THA Classes (Gentle, Rejuvenating, Accessible)

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Yoga 1*

This slower paced class offers more instructional cueing, many modifications for accessibility, and is a great option for building skill, endurance, and better alignment. This is the perfect class for yoga beginners, for those making their way back to the mat, and for anyone seeking balance through nurturing mindful movement.

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Gentle Stretch and Strengthen*

This “Gentle Yoga” mat class is an incredible complement to the physical and mental demands of a busy schedule. By focusing on simple stretches, accessible yoga poses, and easy exercises, we can relieve tension and maintain functional mobility without stress and strain. This is a great class for beginners, for those returning to the mat after injury, and for anyone seeking to balance the demands of a hectic schedule.

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Restorative Sound Bath*

Restorative Sound Bath is identical to our Restorative Yoga class, but includes the ethereal sounds of crystal singing bowls. Props like blankets, bolsters, and blocks are used to fully support deep relaxation in 5-7 accessible poses, and the resonating tones of the instruments played throughout can produce a profound sense of tranquility and rejuvenation. Open to all levels of experience. (Sound may be agitating to those with sensory or sound sensitivities; contact us for clarity if this is a concern.)

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Gentle and Restorative*

This relaxing mat class fuses the best of a gentle floor class with the intentional rest of restorative poses. Students can expect simple stretches, exercises and poses in the first half of class to help release the tensions of the day, while a series of long-held and fully restorative poses in the second half helps tone and rejuvenate the nervous system. This is a great class for beginners, for those returning to the mat after injury, and for anyone seeking to balance the demands of a hectic schedule.

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Sacred Nature Nidra*

Yoga Nidra means "Yogic Sleep," and this class offers students the rejuvenating power of deep rest. After some gentle movement (some standing, some kneeling) and soothing breath practices (seated), the class culminates with a 1/2 hour guided relaxation that can leave you feeling more balanced, connected, and aware. Open to all experience levels; for the best experience, avoid caffeine or large meals for at least 2 hours before practice.

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Chair Yoga*

Chair Yoga offers all of the benefits of a mat practice with the aid and support of a chair as a yoga prop. Simple movements and exercises help stretch and strengthen the body while encouraging balance, increased range-of-motion, and functional mobility. Sequences will be performed seated or standing, with plenty of modifications for excellent accessibility. This class is great for yoga beginners, for students returning to movement or exercise after injury or a time away, and for anyone looking to balance a demanding lifestyle with intentional support.

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Omni-Natal Yoga*

This gentle and accessible class is nourishing and empowering to those in both pre-natal and post-partum phases of life. Poses and sequences are taught with many modifications to safely support confidence, stability, and recovery through all "four" trimesters of pregnancy, delivery, and post-pregnancy care. If you have any concerns about omni-natal yoga being appropriate for your condition, please obtain your physician's clearance and contact us with questions.

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Qigong with Tai Chi*

Each class will include healing postures, slow graceful movements, tapping (Wei gong), specific breathing practices, guided imagery or visualization, and sounds that correlate to specific organs. Some exercises may require more dynamic movements or greater balance, so modifications will be offered, and students are encouraged to work within their capacity. Sitting is always an option. Anticipate a beautiful practice that is at once physically, mentally, and spiritually moving!

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Yin and Yang Yoga*

Yin and Yang Yoga incorporates tenets of the strengthening exercises of traditional yoga with the long holds familiar in a Yin practice. The soothing “Yin” element of this class encourages surrender of mental noise and nourishes energy meridians, and the strengthening “Yang” activity results in stronger, more stable joints. This class is appropriate for all levels, but the strengthening exercises and long holds can be challenging, so working within your limits, use of supportive props, and resting when necessary is encouraged.