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Anusara Inspired Yoga: This class combines vinyasa (postures flowing with the breath) with postures held for longer periods of time in which alignment will be addressed. We will explore many poses including standing poses, basic backbends, seated poses, hip openers and basic hand balancings. The threads of breath (pranayama), meditation, relaxation and the Universal Principles of Alignment.
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Basics (I): This introductory class is designed for students who are new to yoga and wish to build a strong foundation in Hatha Yoga. This class is also appropriate for students who desire a slower paced class. During classes emphasis will be on building a strong foundation of strength, resilience, flexibility and stamina. Inner qualities that are cultivated are open-heartedness, persistence and courage. The Universal Principles according to Anusara Yoga will be emphasized along with basic breathing techniques (pranayama), relaxation and meditation.
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Five Points Stretch: Designed for “non yogis” however all are welcome. Focus is on stretching the arms, legs, back, neck and abs. A Five Points Stretch afterwards, walk across the street for 10% off a healthy lunch at 5 Points Deli. |
Gentle Flow Yoga: Open to everyone, no flexibility required. Gentle yoga is an experience based upon the teachings of Kriaplu Yoga, "kripalu" meaning compassionate. This class will place emphasis on honoring the wisdom of the body by allowing students to develop an awareness of body, mind, and spirit in a way that works for them. We will focus on breathwork, a gentle asana series, relaxation and meditation.
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Hatha Yoga: A slower paced yoga class designed to create a balance between the mind and body. The instructors will guide you through a series of centering and warm up postures, then moving into balance and standing postures and ending with postures to promote flexibility and relaxation. Hatha Yoga tries to achieve balance between body and mind, as well as attempts to free the more subtle spiritual elements of the mind through physical poses or Asanas, breathing techniques or Pranayama, and Meditation.
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Lunch-Time Express: A 45 minute vinyasa flow class for only $5 that's designed to help take the kinks and stress out of your morning and energize you for the rest of your day.
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Pilates: This class focuses on the core postural muscles which help keep the body balanced and which are essential to providing support for the spine. In particular, Pilates exercises teach awareness of breath and alignment of the spine, and aim to strengthen the deep torso muscles.
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Postnatal Yoga Bonding: Nurture your baby while caring for yourself. The Yoga Bonding sequence lets baby in on the yoga action, physically, mentally, and spiritually. Yoga Bonding is great for moms who are feeling fine at 6 weeks postpartum. Mamas who had a Cesarean-section should wait a little longer—8 to 10 weeks; check with your doctor or midwife. Babies can begin Yoga Bonding at any time, and tend to enjoy the class until they are super-wiggly or crawling.
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Power Vinyasa Flow: Vinyasa Flow yoga which incorporates more athleticism and advanced postures…some yoga experience recommended.
Prepare to work and sweat. You may want to bring a towel.
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Prenatal Yoga: Pregnancy is a wonderful time to begin a yoga practice! New students and experienced yoginis alike will appreciate how this class connects you to baby and prepares you, body and heart, for childbirth. We’ll move gracefully through centering, breathing, and movement that provide much-needed relaxation while strengthening the muscles that support your growing baby during pregnancy and labor. Reconnect with your body's innate wisdom about birth, and connect with other moms in a safe, open community that encourages you to freely discuss your concerns, joys, discomforts, and the many wonders that you, your body, and your baby are experiencing.
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•Private Yoga Lessons can help expand your yoga practice.
When students are new to yoga sometimes the group format can seem a bit overwhelming or intimidating, so 5 Points Yoga offers private sessions geared specifically for your skill level. Even more experienced yoga students gain benefit from a private atmosphere, to better meet their schedule or further personal attention to specific goals. You can work with a teacher of your choice or we will match a teacher to meet your goals.
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Special Events & Workshops:
See Workshops for more details and to sign up.
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Tai Chi for Vitality and Self-Defense: Traditional Taijiquan [Tai Chi Chuan] is a form of Chinese martial art. Created in China nearly 400 years ago for battlefield combat, it has evolved into an effective personal defense system and exercise system for health. This art is based on the 2,600-year-old Taoist philosophy of yin and yang duality/unity: the harmony of opposites creating the whole. Traditional taiji training builds lower body and core strength while developing integration of that strength, balance, grounding, and the taiji quality known as "central equilibrium." While many taiji schools have changed over time to focus almost exclusively on health, the Chen Style Practical Method of Taijiquan taught in this class has been handed down in an unbroken chain from Master to apprentice that has preserved the original taiji martial art, the profound health benefits of which are derived from the necessities of and structural requirements for self-defense.
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Vinyasa Flow All Levels:The word Vinyasa means “breath-synchronized movement.” In other words, the teacher will instruct you to move from one pose to the next following your breath. This technique is sometimes called Vinyasa Flow, or just Flow because of the smooth way that the poses run together. While these classes can be challenging, they are accessible to students who are new to yoga, offering modifications and choices in the poses.
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Yin/Restorative Yoga:
A perfect end to the week, this slower-paced class begins with yin yoga and ends with restorative yoga. Yin is a practice of still, passive stretches that are held for up to 5 minutes each. This style addresses the body’s connective tissue, affecting the mobility and health of joints in the hips, pelvis and spine. Restorative yoga is comprised of restful poses in which the body is supported with props, and held for extended periods of time. It soothes and regenerates us, promoting a calm, peaceful mind, body & spirit. This type of yoga is well-suited for those with injuries or health conditions, as well as, anyone who suffers from stress and fatigue. Each class ends with guided deep relaxation.
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Yoga for You:This Forrest Yoga-inspired class offers a mix of heart openers, hip openers, shoulder strengtheners, deep core work, and extra attention to the breath. Set aside the cares of the day, reconnect with your spirit, and then relax with a sweet savasana
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YoJo:Combine Yoga sun salutations with Joseph Pilates mat core work and you have a class to be enjoyed by yogis and Pilates followers. Come try out our new class that combines the best of both ending with the classic resting pose - Ahh, Savasana
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