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Congratulations! You've stepped onto the path of yoga—and you won't ever be the same.
But first, come learn the foundations of alignment, anatomy, and breathing so that you can
travel down the path with the knowledge and skill you need to stay injury-free and motivated
to reach the next level.
This is a five-class series. No substitutions
or class changes are allowed. Class size is limited.
Instructor: Natasha Rizopoulos
Saturday, May 16
8:00am-10:00am: Beginners Conference
All Levels
Explore each of the poses that make up Sun Salutations and the breathing technique that links them. We'll emphasize alignment and breath, with modifications offered at each stage. Mostly asana.
Instructor: Roger Cole
Saturday, May 16
10:30am-12:30pm: Beginners Conference
All Levels
This introduction to anatomy will explain what makes various yoga postures work. We'll learn to see, feel, and understand the asanas from the inside out, making practice safer and more effective. Then we'll translate what we've learned into action. Lecture and asana.
Instructor: Judith Hanson Lasater
Saturday, May 16
3:00pm-5:00pm: Beginners Conference
All Levels
What is yoga, and why do we do it? We'll help answer these questions by introducing the basic philosophy of asana and the wider practice of yoga. We'll also discuss what we gain from the practice and why it affects us so strongly. Lecture and discussion.
Instructor: Jason Crandell
Sunday, May 17
10:30am-12:30pm: Beginners Conference
All Levels
For most beginners, backbends are a little scary. Yet when practiced with precision, patience, and care, they are some of yoga's most gracious poses. Learn to open your shoulders, hips, and spine in order to backbend with greater integrity and ease—and learn how to enjoy these poses by practicing them safely and effectively. Mostly asana.
Instructor: David Nichtern
Sunday, May 17
3:00pm-5:00pm: Beginners Conference
All Levels
Have you always wanted to meditate but have a hard time actually getting started? Then this class is for you! We'll learn about the many benefits of meditation, the basic meditation techniques, and how to actually go about it. Jump-start your practice and start working toward a clear mind and open heart! Discussion and meditation.
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