Hatha Yoga Fundamentals
December 21, 2022 •
5:30 pm - 6:45 pm
Description
A 6-week course in the foundations of yoga asana: the core poses at the base of all hatha yoga styles, and how to practice them safely, effectively, and with intention. Instruction will focus on a syllabus of 48+ poses and expressions, plus an introduction to pranayama (breath practices), and will include poses from every category of asana: standing, sitting, forward extensions, back extensions, twists, and inversions, up to and including preparations for headstand and shoulder stand. The course is progressive, with each class consolidating and building on previous ones.
"Fundamentals" is suitable for people new to yoga as well as practitioners whose previous experience is with "gym" or "flow" forms of yoga, and who would like to systematically learn the core elements of a classical yoga repertoire with an emphasis on alignment, precision, and correct use of props to make the poses accessible according to their own capacity and body shape.
Sessions are 75 minutes and follow Iyengar yoga principles of sequencing to leave students feeing refreshed, relaxed, and spacious. Enrollment is limited to 12 students to allow for individual attention to each practitioner.
Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination is required to register. If at any time you find out that you have been exposed to COVID, please take a rapid test before coming to class. Please bring your own yoga mat. Other props (belts, blankets, bolsters, and chairs) will be provided.
