Class Descriptions

MONDAY
Chair Yoga In Person & On Zoom Sanskrit: "Prajna"=wisdom w/ Veronica [9:30 - 11:00am] -Undaunted Beginner- Need to work on balance, strengthening and grounding? Now you can choose between the camaraderie of a group class and the convenience of staying home! A chair replaces the traditional yoga mat and a block for support. We focus on posture in both sitting and standing and how that leads the body to its intuitive wisdom of balance and mobility. Ideal for seniors but applicable to everyone. This class is offered free of charge - just follow the link or show up at the Kodiak Senior Center on Mondays at 9:30am. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88654571887?pwd=OUldaGKj2LJuIOquAOiNUFP4Nh414K.1 Meeting ID: 886 5457 1887 Passcode: Balance Join instructions https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/88654571887/invitations?signature=qnlxWcxOoxLGXtbvkSDbtwxR8Vua4tzhHhP44blC5dA Please NOTE: Sometimes the connect is dropped and you may loose the Zoom connection for a few minutes until we can restart the signal. We will just apologize now if this causes frustration and encourage you to come in person if you can and practice patience when you must. Thank you.
Beginning Yoga w/Sam Sanskrit: "Parinama"= change/transformation [5:30 - 6:45 pm] -Beginner- Here is your opportunity to use fall and winter time to recharge, reset and transform the body with no previous yoga experience required. These low risk poses offer deep benefits and like any activity, the benefits last longer if the poses become a habit. This class will help you move toward good habits for your body whether you are new to yoga or returning after a long hiatus or just want something different. Join us for the low risk poses warm up which will organically become a slow flow and end with a guided relaxation, leading you into one of the most popular yoga poses-Shivasana, "Final Relaxation Pose". "The objective of this class is for you to feel awesome when we are done!" - Sam NOTE: Veronica will be the instructor for Beginning Yoga in September.
TUESDAY
Good Morning Yoga Sanskrit: "Kritajna"=grateful w/ Veronica [9:30 - 11:00am] -Beginner- Class begins with Qi Gong exercises that consist of simple, gentle movements repeated several times and performed in a sequence. These sequences are designed to allow the energy to move through the body, reducing stiffness which creates stagnacy and disease. The theme of each class is then internalized through a 20 minute guided meditation followed by yoga poses that progress from the floor to standing balancing poses such as "Tree"(Vrkasana) and Eagle ("Garudasana"). The focus is to be grateful for the things we can do and patient with what we can't. The goal of the class is to destress busy minds and untangle tight bodies.
Hot Relax Sanskrit: "Passadhi"=tranquility/calm w/ Veronica [5:15 - 6:45pm] -No experience necessary This class combines slow, simple stretches with mind/body integration to create a meditative experience. The class is done 90% lying on the floor with multiple props to create optimal comfort in a warm(75-80 degree) room with soft lighting. The intention is to evoke the Relaxation Response which is defined as "a physical state of deep calm that changes a person's physical and emotional responses to stress". No yoga experience necessary. Just a willingness to "let go" into your natural state of calm.
Intro to Yogic Meditation Sanskrit: "Samadi"= meditative absorption w/ Veronica [7:00 - 7:45pm] -No experience necessary This 45 minute essentials of meditation class offers the stepping stones for further practice. Participants will learn and personalize their optimal sitting position for comfort and stillness as well as practice simple breath control practices to help the wandering mind release what it is carrying from the interactions of the day.
WEDNESDAY
Hatha Flow Sanskrit: "Suka"= happiness, pleasure or ease w/ Maya [5:30-6:45pm] -Beginner to Intermediate- In this all-levels class, you will explore a variety of poses, both energizing and grounding, while cultivating strength, flexibility, and balance. With clear cues and options for every body, this practice encourages you to move with intention, refine your alignment, and leave feeling centered.
THURSDAY
Good Morning Yoga Sanskrit: "Kritajna"=grateful w/ Veronica [9:30 - 11:00am] -Beginner- This class follows the same guidelines as Tuesday's class and just like Tuesday's class the poses gently change every week while still maintaining slow mindful movement that gradually transitions from floor to seated to standing postures. The theme of each class is internalized through a 20 minute guided meditation at the beginning. This class is designed to destress busy minds and untangle tight bodies. As on Tuesday we practice being grateful for what we can can do and patient with what we can't.
Intro to Hot Flow Sanskrit: "Saurya"=courage ("saur" root refers to the sun) w/Veronica [5:30 - 6:45pm] -Beginner- Starting something new takes courage. This class is similar to Monday night's Beginning Yoga class except it adds the element of heat (85-90 degrees). The intention behind adding heat to a yoga class is the same as wrapping a heating pad around a body part that is tight- you want to relax the muscle to release the tension. In a heated room the entire body is targeted to relax. We gradually introduce low impact movements to encourage mobility throughout the body. By the end of class we connect the movements to create a "slow flow" then enjoy the results of our efforts with a resting pose, lying down. Could be just what you need after a long day.
Hot Pilates Fascial Flow w/ Veronica [7:30 - 8:45pm] -Ambitious Beginner/Intermediate- The room is heated to 90+/- degrees to enhance the effects of the deep core and control work required in this Pilates inspired routine which emphasizes movements that strengthen and stretch the entire body but radiate from the control of the muscles of the core (abdominals and back). This series of routines blend the traditional linear work of classic Pilates with the much more fluid roatating movements of fascial flow. A full body workout designed to destress and detox from your day!
FRIDAY
Hot 60: 26 & 2 Sanskrit: "Dharana"=concentration w/ Thandi [5:30 - 7:00pm] -Ambitious Beginner/Intermediate- The room is heated anywhere from 90-98 degrees to begin the detoxification process the minute you lay down your yoga mat. A condensed 60 minute version of the classic 26 &2 sequence. This class offers all the traditional postures in a single set, providing a powerful and efficient full body practice in a (very) heated room. This style demands and therefore develops concentration, determination and mobility. Excellent way to start your weekend!
SATURDAY
G.O.A.T. [G.ood O.ld A.erobic T.raining] Sanskrit:"Utsaha"=strength,resolution,endurance w/ Veronica [09:00- 09:45am] -No experience necessary, but a base level of endurance is helpful- This class revolves around "yang" style energy. This means it is designed to require willful effort and generate heat. Movements begin with a classic and then a Pilates style core warmup to strengthen the entire torso, abs and back then moves on to a HIIT style workout with a rotating variety of equipment including weights, sliding disks and bands. This class pairs very well with the healing and recovery focus of Self Care Foundations which occurs right after. Work hard-Recover well.
UnWind Sanskrit:"Mudita"=joy from others joy w/ Veronica [10:00- 11:15am] -No experience necessary- This class introduces multiple tools to use to maintain a healthy relationship with your body. During this time participants will experience a sampling from classes offered throughout the week at the studio. Areas covered include the different yogic breathing techniques for calming and energizing; fascia rolling for releasing muscle tension; introductions to Qi Gong, slow flow and meditation. If you have ever had questions about the many ways to help your body and mind rebound from the stresses of daily life, then this class is a joy for you!


SUNDAY