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All classes are suitable for teens, men and women. There is no age limit. Students are assisted in finding the most appropriate class for their skill level. Instructor permission is required for the Intermediate class.
If you have a condition that prevents you from participating in a group class, consider Restorative Yoga or some private sessions to start off with.
Class Preparation
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Restorative Yoga focuses on relaxation, encouraging both deep physical release and calming of the central nervous system. It is particularly suitable for those under great stress or recovering from injury, illness or emotional loss. Students leave feeling rejuvenated and refreshed.
Beginner Yoga provides a solid introduction to the classic yoga asanas (physical postures), breath work and relaxation. Students learn preparatory stretch routines, correct alignment, how to avoid common injuries and integrating movement with the breath. This series is suitable for students new to yoga, or those returning after a long absence.
Teen Beginner Yoga is faster paced for the younger body and includes additional balance poses that are not part of the adult beginner course. This class is an optional choice as teens are welcome in all adult classes.
Intermediate Yoga introduces the more advanced classical asanas, refines the practice and techniques of introductory asanas and challenges the student to a higher level of balance, strength and flexibility.
Introduction to Meditation for Beginners The One-Night Workshop offers a general overview of the six-week Introduction to Meditation course for people who are thinking about taking the course. It is a way to experience meditation and to learn about basic concepts, but is in no way a substitute for the six-week series. The course provides a more in-depth study and teaches classical meditation using a variety of tools: breathing techniques; inner sound/mantras; creative imagery and mindfulness meditation. Discover how meditation can reduce stress and its damaging effects, increase energy and enhance general well-being. Students are mentored into a consistent home practice and discuss their experiences in a supportive environment with their instructor, Susan Morton, who has been teaching and practicing for over 30 years and is the founder of The Yoga and Meditation Center of Montclair - visit www.yogainmontclair.com.
Yamuna Body Rolling ® is a wonderful system that combines the benefits of deep tissue massage with building strength and fitness. Using specially designed inflatable balls students are guided through precise routines - each one targeting specific muscle groups, joints or bones. Resulting benefits include improving circulation, detoxifying body tissue, opening up chronically tight areas and increasing range of motion within joints. Developed by body worker Yamuna Zake, the system is based on yogic principles and highly complimentary to the practice of yoga. For more detailed information click on the menu option.
YBR® Footwakers for Healthy Feet We expect our feet to carry us around throughout our whole lives. How many of us ever think of taking care of our feet the way we exercise and take care of other parts of the body? Start taking stress out of your feet with Yamuna's footwaker routines. Designed to stimulate circulation and improve flexibility, learn how your foot was designed to walk and take the "walk test". Once you lose the shock absorption quality in the feet, stress travels up the leg to the ankles, knees, hips and eventually the spine.
Class Preparation
1. Do not eat for 2 hours before class. If the class time is during a normal meal time, take a protein snack 4 -3 hrs before the class to maintain energy levels. A very light snack with fluids is fine before a morning class.
2. For yoga classes wear comfortable clothing that will not restrict movement. In cooler weather bring socks and a long sleeved top to pull on during relaxation when the body cools down.
For YBR wear form fitting clothing as loose T-shirts and pants will bunch up under the ball.
3. Bring water to drink
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