Classes at The Yoga Loft
(effective May 1, 2008)

The Yoga Loft offers Ashtanga Yoga classes for everyone. Whether you're an experienced practioner or just beginning, you will find one of our classes just right for you. Schedules are presented below. Class schedules & prices can be found in the sub-menu at top right.

quick-jump:

Mysore - Sattva - Registered Intro-1 & Intro-2 - Foundations - Intro Drop-In - Restore -  Level One -  Level 1-2  - Level 2 - registered Intro 1 Ashtanga prep - Ashtanga Drum - Yin Yoga - Meditation Classes - Parent + Baby Yoga

Class Descriptions

Mysore

New to the very experienced. Prior knowledge of the posture sequence is not necessary. Mysore is a class that offers individual instruction to students on a one to one basis. New students will start with a 30 minute practice. Our highly trained & experienced teachers work individually with students as they move at their own pace through the postures.
NO MYSORE ON MOONDAYS. For more information on full & new moondays please go to: loft > Moondays.

Sundays 10am-12pm
Monday thru Thursday 7-9:30am
Friday 8-10am(friday is a led full primary series practice)

SATTVA

Come explore diverse sequences of Hatha postures that will rock your world. This class is designed to bring balance, inner strength and energize the practitioner. Come deepen your experience of yoga in this class. After the class, we move into a pranayama practice (yogic breathing technique) and we conclude with meditation. This class will leave you blissful!!! The perfect way to end your day.

Tues & Thurs 4-5:30pm

Registered 6-Week Introductory Courses (Intro 1 & Intro 2)

Please call 433-8999 or email info@theyogaloft.com to get pre-registered as there is limited space available. Pre-payment is possible from 5-7pm at the loft. (not recommended for pregnancy or as a pre-natal yoga class)

INTRO 1 Wednesday
Registered Class

This is a registered 6 week course that runs each Tuesday or Wednesday for 6 weeks. Perfect for those with no asthanga yoga experience. It consists of sun salutations, standing postures and the finishing sequence. The cost is $75.
Starting Dates:

Tuesdays
(7:30-8:45pm)
  • May 13
  • June 24
Wednesday
(7:30-8:45pm)
  • May 14
  • June 25

INTRO 2
Monday
Registered Class

These are registered 6 week courses that run each Monday for 6 weeks from 7-8:30 pm. These classes consists of sun salutations, standing, seated and finishing postures of the primary series. A good continuation of the Intro-1 registered classes, as we move deeper into the ashtanga primary series. The cost is $75. Pre-payment is possible from 5-7pm at the loft.
Starting dates:

    Monday
    (7:30-9pm)
  • May 12
  • June 23

INTRO DROP-IN

For first timers and beginners. The fundamentals of ashtanga yoga will be taught in this class. Sun salutations and postures are broken down with a focus on alignment & breathing.

Saturday 2:45-4pm

Registered level 1 ashtanga prep

This is a 6 week registered course that runs every Thursday. In this class we will learn the correct alignment & transitions to strengthen & prepare the practitioner for the full level 1 & level 2 classes. Perfect for those who have taken the intro 2 or those who aren't quite ready for a level 1. This is an educational class that is beneficial for all levels of practitioner looking to ground deeper into the fundamentals of the Ashtanga system. Drop-ins welcome.

start dates: May 15, June 26

Thursdays 5:45 - 7:15 pm

 

Restorative

This class will be based on the primary series of ashtanga yoga without the quick paced rhythm. Perfect for beginners and those wanting a slower-paced class.

Monday 5:45-7:15
Saturdays 10-11:30am

Level One

Basics of ashtanga yoga. Emphasis is placed on strengthening the physical and mental aspects of the practice. Thursdays 7:30 - 9pm
Mondays 4:00-5:30 pm
Fridays 10-11:30am
Saturdays 11:45am-1:15pm
Sundays 12:15-1:45pm

Level 1-2

This class is perfect for those comfortable in a level 1 class who want to learn new postures. During this class we will work towards adding the remaining postures of primary series. This class will challenge you to keep moving forward in your practice & will promote opening the body in new ways.

Wednesdays: 5:45-7:15pm

Level 2

Full primary series. Suitable for those wanting to learn the remainder of the
primary series sequence. Suitable for those comfortable in a level 1 class.

Tuesday 5:45 - 7:15 pm
Friday 5:45-7:15 PM

ASHTANGA DRUM CLASS

Come deepen the experience of the practice with the incredible blend of drum & breath. This is a led full primary series class with live drumming. come experience the breath on a whole new level!!!

Fridays: 5:30-7:15pm

Yin Yoga

Yin Yoga is part of a larger conception of Yoga that can be called Taoist Yoga. The fundamental tenet of Taoism is that all things can be described by their mutually complementary Yin and Yang aspect. A Taoist analysis of Yoga practice emphasizes the critical difference between Yin and Yang tissues of the body. Muscles and blood are Yang, connective tissues and joints are Yin. Yin and Yang tissues do not respond to training in the same way and a student’s practice becomes more effective when the difference is understood. Most forms of Yoga practiced today are Yang, they emphasize muscular movement and contraction. By contrast Yin Yoga targets the connective tissue of the hips, pelvis and lower spine. Yin postures are held three to five to ten minutes at a time. This type of practice complements the more muscular styles of Yoga and is a great aid for learning to sit in meditation.

wednesdays 4:30-5:30pm
saturday 1:30-2:30pm

Parent + Baby Yoga

Give your child a wonderful start in life with our fun yoga classes for parents and babies.Baby Yoga promotes positive body awareness from a young age with gentle and effective stretches for babies,relieving common baby complaints such as colic and fretfulness.Stretches for parents aid backache and fatigue,with particular attention paid to pelvic and abdominal restoration and strengthening. Come and enjoy this special time with your baby exploring yoga together. ages: 6 weeks to crawling. moms, dads & caregivers welcome...

Thursdays from 10:30-11:30
Starting Thursday February 14th 2008
Classes are drop in

Yin Yoga

Yin Yoga is part of a larger conception of Yoga that can be called Taoist Yoga. The fundamental tenet of Taoism is that all things can be described by their mutually complementary Yin and Yang aspect. A Taoist analysis of Yoga practice emphasizes the critical difference between Yin and Yang tissues of the body. Muscles and blood are Yang, connective tissues and joints are Yin. Yin and Yang tissues do not respond to training in the same way and a student’s practice becomes more effective when the difference is understood. Most forms of Yoga practiced today are Yang, they emphasize muscular movement and contraction. By contrast Yin Yoga targets the connective tissue of the hips, pelvis and lower spine. Yin postures are held three to five to ten minutes at a time. This type of practice complements the more muscular styles of Yoga and is a great aid for learning to sit in meditation.

wednesdays 4:30-5:30pm
saturday 1-2pm

 

MEDITATION

Discover the power of awareness
through meditation... 

DROP IN MEDITATION CLASSES: SUNDAYS 2-3pm
During this hour, we will discuss ongoing meditation techniques & instruction. A perfect opportunity to cultivate a regular meditation practice. By Donation.

INTRO TO MEDITATION WORKSHOP: This is a one day workshop that runs once a month designed to help you establish a meditation practice & teach you techniques to building a meditation practice & to quieting the mind.

Dates: MAY 25TH, 3-5 PM
$30 Call 433-8999 or email info@theyogaloft.com to register.