Yoga.
YOGA IS BELIEVED TO HAVE ORIGINATED 5000-6000 YEARS AGO!
Yoga is NOT a religion but a physical and psychological discipline that is understandable and doable by any age and fitness level. Yoga literally means "union" and so Yoga practice seeks to unite both body and mind. There are many benefits to beginning a Flow Yoga practice or adding a Yoga class to your current fitness routine. They are simple:
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Yoga at hana pilates.
Our goal is to guide you on your yoga journey. We want to meet you where you are right now. That is why we offer both flow yoga & slower or no moving yoga classes. We recognize that our needs change due to life circumstance. If you are not sure where you want to start, contact Rhonda & she can guide you to an appropriate class.
We offer a couple of different Yoga classes, taught mornings and evenings: Gentle Yoga is a longer, 75 minute class, where poses are simpler, held longer, and the focus is on slowing the body and mind down. Relaxation will last longer. All levels are welcome and encouraged as slower movement creates deeper connections in both the mind & body. Flow Yoga is a standard 60 minute class that will challenge your mind and body to open itself to new and different movements. All levels are welcome as there is always a modification to every movement to make sure no one is excluded, whether you are looking for something easier or more challenging. No Flow Yoga is a standard 60 minute class that will focus on the foundations of yoga. You will explore why poses are done for certain reasons & discover that alignment can make you love your practice more by adding challenge or making poses you once disliked seem easy. The class can be beautiful if you aren't a fan of a flowing yoga practice. Yoga with props is a 60 minute class that will show you how to utilize blankets, blocks, straps & bolsters to enhance your practice. Part of the class will flow to warm up the body, & then you will explore poses using the props. Holy Yoga is a 60 minute class where you can explore your relationship with God during your practice. Scripture, prayer, & Christian music are involved. CLASS SCHEDULE-Sign up today! Back to About Us |
NEW TO YOGA?
WHAT TO EXPECT
If you are new to Yoga and prefer to learn-as-you-go, Rhonda has some thoughts:
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You'll find that Yoga is probably quite different from other forms of exercise. Unlike traditional exercise, yoga is a journey and a continuous practice to harmonize breath, movement and your mind. A yoga practice challenges you to test the capabilities of your body while letting go of judgment of yourself and others.
Progress may feel slow at first. Expect to take 3 classes relatively close together before making a judgment about yoga practice.
The first class will focus on learning how to sit still and listen to your breath. You will learn how to make basic transitions safely from pose to pose and balancing your body's movements, left & right and front & back. Creating a balanced body is important because most of us spend our day sitting, standing, or doing things in one direction. This balanced approach may feel awkward at first.
The second class will make more sense because you will be used to your surroundings, closing your eyes & not worrying about what yoga is supposed
to look like. You will remember how to use the weaker side of your body, and learn to “settle into the pose” or get out quickly if it doesn’t feel right.
You will automatically inhale when you lift up or expand your lungs, and exhale when you are stretching, folding or releasing tension. This will help you
stabilize into poses and make them instantly easier.
By the third class you will start to notice changes. You will be able to relax at the end without wanting to get up and go do something active. You will feel more rejuvenated as your body will start to feel stronger & leaner. The practice of yoga will start to feel like a genuine practice, something you can
get better at. There will be subtle changes in your sleeping habits, digestion, and mood. You might not be able to pinpoint it, but something will
be different. So, do your body and mind a favor and commit to just 3 yoga classes. You just might find that you love Yoga too.
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You'll find that Yoga is probably quite different from other forms of exercise. Unlike traditional exercise, yoga is a journey and a continuous practice to harmonize breath, movement and your mind. A yoga practice challenges you to test the capabilities of your body while letting go of judgment of yourself and others.
Progress may feel slow at first. Expect to take 3 classes relatively close together before making a judgment about yoga practice.
The first class will focus on learning how to sit still and listen to your breath. You will learn how to make basic transitions safely from pose to pose and balancing your body's movements, left & right and front & back. Creating a balanced body is important because most of us spend our day sitting, standing, or doing things in one direction. This balanced approach may feel awkward at first.
The second class will make more sense because you will be used to your surroundings, closing your eyes & not worrying about what yoga is supposed
to look like. You will remember how to use the weaker side of your body, and learn to “settle into the pose” or get out quickly if it doesn’t feel right.
You will automatically inhale when you lift up or expand your lungs, and exhale when you are stretching, folding or releasing tension. This will help you
stabilize into poses and make them instantly easier.
By the third class you will start to notice changes. You will be able to relax at the end without wanting to get up and go do something active. You will feel more rejuvenated as your body will start to feel stronger & leaner. The practice of yoga will start to feel like a genuine practice, something you can
get better at. There will be subtle changes in your sleeping habits, digestion, and mood. You might not be able to pinpoint it, but something will
be different. So, do your body and mind a favor and commit to just 3 yoga classes. You just might find that you love Yoga too.