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
When it comes to practicing yoga to regulate blood pressure, it’s not one size fits all. In this class, Dr. Baxter Bell teaches a gentle yoga practice for students with normal blood pressure, who may have a family history of hypertension as well as other risk factors, and who desire to lower the risk of … Continued
The best time to prevent high blood pressure is while your blood pressure is still normal. In this practice, Dr. Baxter Bell continues his series of practices for students at risk for developing high blood pressure.This class is for students who have been advancing in their yoga practice and have mastered much of the Part … Continued
This gentle yoga practice is for students who have a history of (or have recently been diagnosed with) high blood pressure, and whose condition has not yet been controlled with medications. Dr. Baxter Bell guides students through some basic yoga practices, with a strong emphasis on gentle moves and relaxing postures.
An alignment based beginner level flow introducing simple twists and backbends to improve spinal health. This class will teach important alignment concepts for protecting the lower back while opening and strengthening the spine.
An “advanced” yoga practice is not defined by what you can do, but how you do it. This is a great theme to explore both on and off the yoga mat. In this class we work on arm balances, a very challenging group of yoga poses, but we’ll add to that a focus on finding … Continued
An alignment-based beginner level flow introducing the strength building standing poses. This class will begin with a modified flow, building to standing poses that are effective in toning the body, and building strength and confidence.
This short tutorial explores ways to build the appropriate strength needed for Chaturanga Dandasana, including ways to modify the pose with props.
This three-class series is designed to develop strength, flexibility and intelligence in each of the areas that are crucial to a healthy and rich back bending practice. In this session we focus on opening and mobilizing the upper back.
This class will be a rigorous and fun Vinyasa flow that will explore arm balancing in a variety of classic postures. We’ll play with the essential actions that inform all arm balances in an integrated and progressive sequence and will build strength and body awareness.
Core stability is a key ingredient for a well-rounded asana practice and a healthy lower back. This vigorous practice will bring intelligence and tone to the muscles that support your torso and pelvis so that your limbs can move freely from an integrated center. The effects of this profound work will radiate beyond your asana … Continued
This class works to open the chest as well as inner and outer hips to build the strength and flexibility needed for one of yoga’s great, fun poses: Bird of Paradise.