Yoga Descriptions
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Hatha
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| Hatha is a very general term that can encompass many of the physical types of yoga. If
a class is described as Hatha style, it is probably going to be slow-paced and gentle and provide a
good introduction to the basic yoga poses. |
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Vinyasa
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| Like Hatha, Vinyasa is a general term that is used to describe many different types of
classes. Vinyasa, which means breath-synchronized movement, tends to be a more vigorous style based
on the performance of a series of poses called Sun Salutations, in which movement is matched to the
breath. A Vinyasa class will typically start with a number of Sun Salutations to warm up the body
for more intense stretching that's done at the end of class. |
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Anusara Yoga
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Anusara yoga is a modern school of hatha yoga started by John Friend in 1997.
Friend derives his style from the Iyengar Yoga style of Hatha Yoga, but re-introduces elements of
Hindu spirituality, specifically derived from Siddha Yoga, a sect of Kashmir Shaivism, into the
purely health-oriented approach to Yoga.
The emphasis of the school is on a set of "Universal Principles of Alignment" which underlie all
postures, "heart opening" postures. According to the anusara.com website, the school's philosophy is
"grounded in a Tantric philosophy of intrinsic goodness". Also according to anusara.com, the term
"Anusara (a-nu-sar-a), means 'flowing with Grace,' 'flowing with Nature,' 'following your heart.'" This
is an interpretation of the Sanskrit anusara, a term meaning "custom, usage, natural state or
condition". |
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Ashtanga and Power
Yoga
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| Ashtanga, which means "eight limbs" in Sanskrit, is a fast-paced, intense style of
yoga. A set series of poses is performed, always in the same order. Ashtanga practice is very
physically demanding because of the constant movement from one pose to the next. In yoga
terminology, this movement is called flow. Ashtanga is also the inspiration for what is often
called Power Yoga. If a class is described as Power Yoga, it will be based on the flowing style of
Ashtanga, but not necessarily keep strictly to the set Ashtanga series of poses. |
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Iyengar
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| Based on the teachings of the yogi B.K.S Iyengar, this style of practice is most
concerned with bodily alignment. In yoga, the word alignment is used to describe the precise way in
which your body should be positioned in each pose in order to obtain the maximum benefits and avoid
injury. Iyengar practice usually emphasizes holding poses over long periods versus moving quickly
from one pose to the next (flow). Also, Iyengar practice encourages the use of props, such as yoga
blankets, blocks and straps, in order to bring the body into alignment. |
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Kundalini
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| The emphasis in Kundalini is on the breath in conjunction with physical movement, with
the purpose of freeing energy in the lower body and allowing it to move upwards. All asana
practices make use of controlling the breath. But in Kundalini, the exploration of the effects of
the breath (also called prana, meaning energy) on the postures is essential. |
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Bikram /Hot Yoga
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| Pioneered by Bikram Choudhury, this style is more generally referred to as Hot Yoga.
It is practiced in a 95 to 100 degree room, which allows for a loosening of tight muscles and
profuse sweating, which is thought to be cleansing. The Bikram method is a set series of 26 poses,
but not all hot classes make use of this series. |
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Restorative Yoga
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| In restorative yoga, props are used for support the body so that you can hold poses
for longer, allowing you to open your body through passive stretching. Restorative postures are
usually adapted from supine or seated yoga poses with the addition of blocks, bolsters, and
blankets to eliminate unnecessary straining. |
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Yin Yoga
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In Yin Yoga, poses are held for several minutes at a time in order to the stretch the connective
tissue around the joints. Yin Yoga directly addresses the demands that sitting still in one
position for a long time, as in meditation, places on the body by focusing on stretching connective
tissue instead of muscle.
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Yoga Nidra
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| The literal translation of Yoga Nidra is Yogic Sleep. It is an ancient form of
meditation that will take you into the deepest levels of relaxation while still remaining fully
aware. When practicing the Amrit Method of Yoga Nidra, your brainwaves drop into the alpha and
theta state. As you progressively enter deeper and subtler brain waves you become more relaxed,
integrated, expansive and present. Eventually, you completely shift out of identification with the
body, mind and ego. In this deep state beyond ordinary waking consciousness, you naturally re-align
with spirit, allowing you to effortlessly disengage from restrictive physical, mental and emotional
patterning. Here, you are free to create a life that is an expression of higher consciousness,
rather than acquired conditioning. |
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Upcoming Workshops
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Keep your New Year's resolutions to get fit with two series designed to help start your New year
off right:
Personal Trainer and RYT Monica Billard for an 8 week series on Wednesdays 6:30-7:45pm starting
1/18: Upper Body/Core Work
out.
And Pilates Instructor and RYT Lesley Fairbanks for an 8 week series on Saturdays 7:30-8:45am
starting 1/28: Lower Body/Core Work
out.
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February 2012
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2/3/12 Fridease from 7 pm. - 9
pm.
2/10/12 Clinic: Down Dog
to Up Dog (What's Up Dog?) from 7
pm. - 9pm.
2/14/2014 Ebb and Flow Yoga 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm. To benefit Boston's Children's
hospital.
Open your heart while helping
others.
2/17/12 Belly
Dancing 7 pm. - 9
pm.
2/26 Table
Tipping 3 pm - 5 pm
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March
2012
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Learn how to Read Tarot Cards
3/18/2012 Restorative Yoga
with Meg from 6:30 pm-9:00 pm * 6 person
minium
3/30/12 Belly Dancing 7 pm. - 9 pm.
3/31/12 Reiki 1 Training from 10:30 am. - 6:30
pm.
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April
2012
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4/1/12 Gong Meditation with Guruatma 5
pm. - 7 pm.
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May
2012
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June 2012
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July
2012
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August 2012
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September 2012
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9/15/12 Brain Gym with Cecilia
Koester, M.Ed.
This
workshop would benefit any parent, caretaker, or teacher of people who have autism, ADHD,
brain damage, or people who have had strokes.
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October 2012
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November 2012
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December 2012
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Services
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Mon: Morning and early afternoon cymatron sessions with Linda by appt
only.
Mon: Eve. acupuncture by appt only 4-9pm
Thurs Eve. acupuncture by appt only 4 pm -8pm.
Fri: 11 am - 2:30 pm Cymatron Sessions with Meagan by appt
only.
Sat: Morning and afternoon Cymatron Sessions with Michelle by appt
only.
Sun: Afternoon Cymatron Sessions with Michelle by appt only.
Cymatron/Reiki Sound Session
Contact Michelle 617-259-6097
Acupuncture contact Shanie 1-781-812-0057
Massage contact the studio at 339-499-1057
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Weymouth, MA 02190
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