PE 06 - Yoga I

This class is based on Hatha Yoga. Class work is centered in physical posture (asana) practice and breath work (pranayama). These two limbs of yoga allow the student to become familiar with his/her own body and the way the minds inhabits it. Basic yoga poses (asana) are introduced and added to each week progressing from beginner poses to intermediate poses with advanced variations offered for more experienced students. Yoga class starts with centering breath work and moves into postures (asana) and movement (vinyasa) which warm up the muscles and open the joints as postures are explored. Props are employed to allow proper alignment. Class work ends with a cool down period to allow the student to come into balance and a relaxation (shavasana). Any level of fitness is appropriate! Inform instructor of limitations so practice can be adjusted for you. Come to the practice with an open mind and a desire to explore, embrace and inhabit your best self in a supportive, non-competitive space. Not repeatable for credit. (1 Credits)