Transformation is sustained change, and it is achieved through practice. -B.K.S. Iyengar
Class Schedule
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Class Descriptions
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Foundations
Practicing the Foundations of Iyengar Yoga. These lessons are for all levels of students looking to develop an understanding of yoga and its practices. Learn or freshen up on postures, setups and fundamental alignment. The instructor directs the level of the class to the students present at each session. Inversions (upside down poses)* and preparatory work for inversions will also be taught and introduced for those interested and able.
Beginning
Begin your study of yoga with a strong foundation. Designed for you to learn the fundamental postures of the practice and experience the benefits of practicing the queen of all yoga poses, Salamba Sarvangasana (shouderstand)*.
Continuing
Continue your study of fundamental postures with more refinement and develop a well-rounded personal practice that includes the king of all poses, Sirsasana (headstand)*.
Intermediate
Deepen your understanding of preliminary and continuing postures, and move forward on to more challenging ones. For students who have a regular practice, and can sustain shoulderstand, headstand, and variations*.
All Levels
Learn fundamental principles and refinements in the postures for a better understanding of body alignment. The instructor directs the level of the class to the students present at each session.
Gentle Yoga
A warm, supportive environment for students who would like or need a slower, gentler pace due to common ailments or for those starting yoga at an older age.
Women of Color
Our effort to decolonize yoga. Multi-level for black, brown, yellow, red, and mixed women of color and our experiences in a culture that marginalizes us. Trans and cis women welcome, as well as LGBTQ and Muslim women of color. Want to learn more? Search “Decolonize Yoga” online. ***This class is currently not being held, but please contact Jess at jess@riverwestyogashala.com for more information and options! You are welcome here.
*alternative postures are available if you do not practice inversions (upside down poses)
Foundations
Practicing the Foundations of Iyengar Yoga. These lessons are for all levels of students looking to develop an understanding of yoga and its practices. Learn or freshen up on postures, setups and fundamental alignment. The instructor directs the level of the class to the students present at each session. Inversions (upside down poses)* and preparatory work for inversions will also be taught and introduced for those interested and able.
Beginning
Begin your study of yoga with a strong foundation. Designed for you to learn the fundamental postures of the practice and experience the benefits of practicing the queen of all yoga poses, Salamba Sarvangasana (shouderstand)*.
Continuing
Continue your study of fundamental postures with more refinement and develop a well-rounded personal practice that includes the king of all poses, Sirsasana (headstand)*.
Intermediate
Deepen your understanding of preliminary and continuing postures, and move forward on to more challenging ones. For students who have a regular practice, and can sustain shoulderstand, headstand, and variations*.
All Levels
Learn fundamental principles and refinements in the postures for a better understanding of body alignment. The instructor directs the level of the class to the students present at each session.
Gentle Yoga
A warm, supportive environment for students who would like or need a slower, gentler pace due to common ailments or for those starting yoga at an older age.
Women of Color
Our effort to decolonize yoga. Multi-level for black, brown, yellow, red, and mixed women of color and our experiences in a culture that marginalizes us. Trans and cis women welcome, as well as LGBTQ and Muslim women of color. Want to learn more? Search “Decolonize Yoga” online. ***This class is currently not being held, but please contact Jess at jess@riverwestyogashala.com for more information and options! You are welcome here.
*alternative postures are available if you do not practice inversions (upside down poses)
