This class is meant for the slightly more experienced yoga practitioner. This is an excellent class for those with a steady asana practice. In each class, we not only develop our physical practice, but also learn to deepen our energetic and subtle practices. Modifications and adjustments will be offered.

The word pranayama comes from two words: prana & ayama. ‘Prana’ refers to the universal life force and ‘ayama’ means to regulate or lengthen. Pranayama is not just breath control as commonly perceived but it is the control of prana through the breath. These techniques involve breathing through the nostrils in a specific pattern of inhalation, breath retention, and exhalation. Pranayama brings harmony between the body, mind, and spirit, making one physically, mentally, and spiritually strong. This class will be taught in a led format, where the instructor will guide the students through different pranayama techniques - Ujjayi breathing, Bhastrika pranayama, Bhramari pranayama, and Nadi Shodhan pranayama (alternate nostril breathing) and more.

The word pranayama comes from two words: prana & ayama. ‘Prana’ refers to the universal life force and ‘ayama’ means to regulate or lengthen. Pranayama is not just breath control as commonly perceived but it is the control of prana through the breath. These techniques involve breathing through the nostrils in a specific pattern of inhalation, breath retention, and exhalation. Pranayama brings harmony between the body, mind, and spirit, making one physically, mentally, and spiritually strong. This class will be taught in a led format, where the instructor will guide the students through different pranayama techniques - Ujjayi breathing, Bhastrika pranayama, Bhramari pranayama, and Nadi Shodhan pranayama (alternate nostril breathing) and more.

This 1-hour class will be structured in the following way: starting with pranayama (mindful breathing), followed by warms up, sun salutations, and a series of asanas (standing, balance, twists, seated, inversions) tied with intentional breathing to bring steadiness to your body and mind. The class will end with meditation and quiet time on the floor.

Modifications will be offered throughout the class.

As a serious sitarist, you already know that this love affair with your sitar is rather demanding. The instrument is moody, fragile & high maintenance!

This workshop will cover the basics of sitar maintenance skills. Topics covered are proper tuning, strings changing, pegs chalking, clean up & upkeep.

Bring yoru sitar to the workshop and take it back refreshed and sounding great. Besides being an expert player, Sayan Ghosh designs his own sitars in Kolkata. Take advantage of this opportunity!

For those that sign up, we will e-mail you the address of the location as it is being held in one of our community member's homes.

Choosing to move and connect in the morning is one of the best things we can do for ourselves. This class is a gentle practice for all levels of yoga practitioners to connect to our bodies & mind. Let's set the tone for the day in this gentle & serene way.

Taught by Kamlesh Shah (from YogaSheila)