CLASSES

Yoga Basics focuses on the fundamentals of alignment and breathing. The class moves at a slower pace to allow participants to understand, experience and strengthen the foundations of their practice. No prior yoga experience is necessary.

Community Class is Vinyasa yoga class at a special, reduced rate: Just $10!

Vinyasa Yoga is a moderately-pace, flowing practice that links movement, breath and intention to create a strong, inspirational experience. In this class, the teachings of yoga are brought to life through readings, music and movement. Participants should have a basic knowledge of yoga postures.

Yin Yoga reaches a deep level of experience through the use of long-held poses. The postures in this class are held for 5 to 10 minutes each, allowing muscular effort to give way to gravity--and complete surrender. The practice is meditative and intense. Through the use of props and mindful movement, this class is accessible to all levels.

Yoga for Parkinson's Disease is specially designed to increase flexibility, strength and balance, and improve posture and gait in PD patients. By using powerful breathing, meditation and relaxation techniques, students learn to fill in the gaps of unconscious movement with yoga's mindful, conscious awareness. The class is organized by the Parkinson Council and taught by Yoga Therapist Theresa Conroy. Registration and doctor's permission required. Next 10-week session begins Sept. 24, 2009.

Yoga for Stress Relief is a gentle, soft practice that focuses on the use of the breath to ease into postures with grace and attention to detail. This class heightens the depth of the yoga practice by increasing awareness of the body-mind-soul connection. The focus is on relieving muscle tension and quieting the mind. Appropriate for all levels.

GROUP CLASS RATES

Drop-in: $15
Community Class Drop-in: $10

4-Class Card:
$52 (good for 2 months)

8-Class Card:
$96 (good for 3 months)

Monthly Unlimited (requires yearly membership): $79

Student & Senior Discounts:

Regular Drop-in: $13

4-Class Card:
$48 (good for 2 months)

8-Class Card:
$88 (good for 3 months)

Yoga Teachers:

$10 per class

Phoenix Rising
Yoga Therapy Session:

1.5 hrs: $100 in studio

In home sessions
by special arrangement

Things to know before coming to Yoga on the Ridge:

• Registration is not required for our classes. You can drop in at any time.
• If you have never taken yoga before or are recovering from an injury, we suggest you start with our Basics Class or Yoga for Stress Relief.
• Arrive at least 10 minutes early for your first class at our studio.
• Don’t eat a meal for at least two hours before class. (A light snack is OK.)
• Dress comfortably, but don’t wear clothes that are too baggy.
• We recommend that you buy your own yoga mat, but until you do, you can borrow one of ours.
• Let your instructor know if you have any injuries or limitations.
• Always respect your body when practicing yoga.
• Please do not wear heavy perfume or scents to class or private sessions. Please don't wear oily lotions or sunscreen for Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy sessions.
• Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make your yoga experience even better.
• I require 24 hours notice for cancellation of private classes or yoga therapy sessions, except for family or health emergencies.