This practice is about the experience of postures as meditation. The Yoga Sutras tell us that the practice of asana, or postures, is about finding a steady and comfortable position through which we can connect with the infinite space of joy within and become free from duality. Postures become a meditation when our focus goes … Continued
This class is focused on helping you to work on safely moving into more complex forward folds. You will be led into postures that warm you up and are the most accessible versions of forward folds to more difficult and advanced versions of forward folds. We also explore the concept of mindfulness as we work with understanding … Continued
Improving calf flexibility is an issue for many people coming to yoga and even experienced practitioners. Tight calf muscles make it difficult to get the heels down in Downward Dog, and keep the back heel down in standing poses like Revolved Triangle, Warrior I, Parsvottanasana, etc. In this practice, Julie offers a daily routine of … Continued
A common problem for many yoga practitioners is SI joint pain, which can arise when the sacrum gets destabilized. In this Practice Tutorial, Doug shows how to maintain stability in the sacrum by engaging the core. Doug explains the key principles and actions for activating the core to safely support greater mobility in the lower … Continued
The concept of the “core” is often used to address safety and strength of our body, but what is the mysterious “core”? In Yoga the core is taught through the concept of the bandhas, or locks. It is these locks that stabilize and protect our body as we move. In this class, Marlysa explores the engagement of … Continued
In this Practice Tutorial, Marlysa covers the basic actions needed to prepare the body for forward bends and working towards deeper forward folds. This includes learning how to move the pelvis, hips and spine in relationship to each other to stretch safely, as well as working with beginning and warm up postures to help the … Continued
In this 60-minute class, Julie guides us through a heart-opening sequence that culminates in Ustrasasana, Camel Pose. We will work on opening the front of the shoulders, the hip flexors, and stretching the quads as part of preparing the body for full Camel Pose. This is also an excellent class for improving posture and counteracting the … Continued
According to the science of Ayurveda, Vata dosha is the biological force of nature that relates to the element of air. When this dosha is out of balance the mind becomes easily agitated, our breath becomes short and chest-dominant, and we are prone to feelings of anxiety. This practice will help to create ease in … Continued
This slow flow practice is designed to highlight how conscious breathing can transform mind and body. It reveals how the vital force or life force, when freed by the practice of yoga, rejuvenates and energizes all the systems of the body. By creating greater calmness of the mind and enabling the vital force to flow … Continued
In this class, Baxter continues his series of yoga practices designed to enhance core integrity and balance. Building core strength isn’t just about increasing the strength of our physical core; it also tends to have effects on our mental and emotional well-being, giving us a greater sense of inner strength and integry. Baxter reviews and … Continued
In this third installment of Baxter’s series on building core integrity and improving balance, we start with a series of gentle warm-ups to slowly energize the core. Baxter then leads us in a series of standing poses, which strengthen the core while also improving balance and functional integrity. Improving balance can improve your overall performance of … Continued
One of the most tragic things that happen as we get older is that we lose the easy sense of balance we take for granted early in life. This in turn leads to falls, injuries, and even fractures which become increasingly common with age. In this class, Baxter completes his 4-part series of practices to … Continued