What is Ashtanga and Vinyasa Yoga, SweatBox

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Ashtanga is a vigorous practice which invites students to move through sun salutations and a set sequence of poses linked by the ujjayi breath, a specific breathing technique that heats the body. The combination of breath, posture and movement helps to stretch and strengthen the body, release impurities, and focus and calm the mind.

The practice of Ashtanga yoga was reintroduced to the modern world by Sri. K. Pattabhi Jois allowing students to experience this ancient and powerful discipline for cultivating physical, mental and spiritual health.

Is Ashtanga for You?

Although Ashtanga has a reputation for being a demanding discipline, every pose can be modified so that this style can be practiced by anyone willing to work at it.

Ashtanga yoga is extremely popular. It is a vigorous, athletic style of practice. It appeals to those who like a sense of order and who like to do things independently.

SCHEDULE:
Friday - Noon
Saturdays - 11 a.m.

The word Vinyasa means "breath-synchronized movement." In other words, the teacher will instruct you to move from one pose to the next on an inhale or an exhale. This technique is sometimes also called Vinyasa Flow, or just Flow because of the smooth way that the poses run together and become like a dance.

A Cat-Cow Stretch is an example of a very simple Vinyasa, because the spine is arched on an inhale and rounded on an exhale. A Sun Salutation sequence is an example of a more complex Vinyasa. Each movement in the series is done on an inhalation or an exhalation.

Is Vinyasa Yoga for You?

Vinyasa’s strength is in its diversity. There is no single philosophy, rulebook, or sequence that teachers must follow, so there is a lot of room for individual personalities and quirks to come through. This makes it essential that you find a teacher you enjoy and can relate to. If your first Vinyasa class doesn’t rock your world, keep trying different teachers. If you enjoy having things a little loose and unpredictable and like to move, Vinyasa is probably right for you.

SCHEDULE:
Monday & Wednesday - Noon
Thursdays - 6 p.m.

Sweat Box is strength and conditioning in our hot room. This class combines the benefits of personal training with heat, which melts the pounds and builds strength and fitness faster. The class is 45 minutes long and we use great music to make the time fly by. You will not believe how fast you’ll see results!

SCHEDULE:
Mondays & Wednesdays - 7:30 p.m.
Saturdays - 8 a.m.

Preparation. Please arrive 15 minutes early and well hydrated. On weekdays there will be a hot yoga class letting out at 7:15 p.m., so please be patient in entering the room.

What should I wear? Something you don't mind sweating alot in!!!!

What do I need to bring? You will need water, towel, yoga mat. Please wear socks, footies, or ballet slippers to cover feet as we move around room.

What should I expect from my first class? This class is hot and hard, so please respect what your body is telling you. Don't kill yourself, as the goal should be more about movement then strength. The goal of class is first complete the movement as it was intended through full range of motion, then add weight. Each class is the same structure, as you work into more advanced series. The more you come, the more your body will learn to think for itself as your mind is able to dance and relax.