The Practice:
What we do & How to attend
Following the Iyengar tradition, we sequence classes in a four-week rotation.
Week One: Standing Poses
Strength develops in the legs, improving stability and balance. We learn to be grounded while achieving lightness. Both pelvic and shoulder girdles become open.
Week Two: Forward Bends and Twists
Forward bends bring quietness to blood pressure and brain. Muscles on the back body from calves to upper shoulders lengthen, relieving tension in the spine. Twisting poses increase the flexibility in the torso, and massage the inner organs.
Week Three: Back Bends
Muscles of the back strengthen, the spine becomes more flexible, posture improves. Courage and confidence increase as the chest opens.
Week Four: Pranayama and Restorative
Preparatory poses open the lungs, allowing deeper focused breathing. Supported poses help relax and quieten the nervous system.
One-on-one sessions available on request.
WHICH CLASS IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
/ FOUNDATIONS FOR BEGINNERS*
Establish yoga roots! This 75-minute class will build consciousness in stability, alignment and breath, even with no previous experience. We find students gain confidence, learning to perform the poses safely and with understanding, and appreciating deep rest after the final restorative asanas (poses). This class is taught by Madeline.
/ CONTINUING BEGINNER
For those already established in the practice but who need a more measured pace. Classes include modified inversions and a final restorative section.
/ ALL LEVELS
Those with a minimum 6-month history in yoga appreciate this class for the emphasis on honing their skills with modifications.
/ INTERMEDIATE
This class builds on an established Iyengar practice to include short inversions.
/ EXPERIENCED
For those students who are conversant with Iyengar terminology of alignment. They would be comfortable in inverted asanas and are able to hold Sirsasana (head balance) and Sarvangasana (shoulder stand) for 5 minutes.
Please contact Davina if you are unsure which class is best for you.
