Universal Yoga is a multi-faceted system of techniques (asana, pranayama, pratyhara, dharana, mantra) that are used for the purpose of furthering ones spiritual development. The system is based on the concept of the mayokoshas or layers of being that include physical, energetic, emotional, mental, intellectual, bliss, and karmic layers. The purpose of this system is to bring balance to each layer, within each layer, and between the practioneer and the outside world.
In a Universal Yoga class you can expect to move your body through intelligent sequencing techniques known as digital balancing. All muscles and joints will be moved through a complete range of motion. You will move multi dimensionally around the mat. You will used mudras (hand gestures) to intensive the energetic effect as well as pranayama (breathing techniques.)
Ha-tha Yoga is based on the physical principals of yoga. Ha-tha yoga classes at lifepsring will be slower moving than the Universal System and with fewer transition, and vinyasas. Asanas will be held for a longer amount of time and will focus on both strengthening and stretching. Ha-tha classes are designed to tune the practioner to the internal space creating greater peace and harmony through control of the body and mind.
Restorative Yoga gives back to you what you give out all week. Restorative classes use many props such as blocks, bolsters and blankets to create an experience much like floating. In this class you will hold each pose for up to 8 minutes with the assistance of the props. The purpose for the props is to do all the work for you. You will allow every muscle and nerve in your body relax so that chronic tension can begin to release. Prepare to relax, restore, renew and indulge with a gentle experience of restorative postures.
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Easy Yoga & Gentle Yoga is a class perfect for beginners and intermediate yoga students alike. Beginners will be taught body mechanics involved in performing yoga asana (yoga poses.) Intermediate student will be given modifications to take their practice to the next level. Each class will focus on building strength, and flexibility. Students will be guided through the three elements of yoga; asana, pranayama, and meditation
Vinyasa Flow Yoga Classes described as vinyasa or vinyasa flow synchronize the breath with a flowing sequence of postures and typically use transitional vinyasa sequences between sustained postures as well. Vinyasa yoga often includes components such as sun salutations, ujjayi pranayama, bandhas (constrictions of specific muscles and organs to contain energy) and drishti (gaze.) Vinyasa flow teachers compose their classes in ways that connect poses with breath-synchronized movements. Asanas, vinyasa and pranayama are creatively sequenced to develop internal awareness, build heat and explore energizing effects.
Ujjayi pranayama (victory breath) is the breathing method used during many styles of yoga practice. A whispering "haaahhh" sound is made by contracting the glottis in the back of the throat and breathing through the nostrils with closed lips. Yoga classes may also include other forms of pranayama, but ujjayi is the continuous rhythmic breath that builds heat and provides a mantra of ocean sound to enhance the fluid nature of the practice. The ujjayi breath should be long and deep; this stretching of the breath serves to calm the mind. Yoga practices which incorporate ujjayi pranayama are often referred to as a moving meditation, as the continuous awareness of breath helps develop focus, concentration and draws us deeper into internal sensations.
Yin yoga has been referred to as "old school yoga" because of it's similarities to the original form of asana practice (yoga poses.) As Yin yoga is rediscovered more and more students are adding this form of yoga to their regular practice. A dedicated yoga practice will make anyone healthier, stronger, and more flexible, but at some point the muscles will have reached their limit of flexibility. New depths in postures, deeper ranges of motion, or an increased flow of energy may only be achievable by focusing on the deeper tissues of the body. This is why so many students are finding Yin Yoga to be the perfect compliment and balance to their more active practices and lifestyles.
Yin Yoga will also teach you how to “exercise” your awareness and sensitivity by slowing down, paying attention and involving yourself mentally in what you are experiencing. This skill quickly reduces stress. The practice of Yin Yoga also brings you a deep sense of peace and well-being.
Deep Stretch Yoga is a slower moving class which integrates the principles of essential breath work, yin yoga, and vinyasa yoga. Each class will concentrate on a designated area of the body, working deep into the connective tissue and muscle to provide a profound level of release. We will incorporate longer holds with segments of gentle flowing movement. This class will challenge you physically yet provide a safe, nurturing environment for spiritual and emotional wellbeing.
