Home practice are two words my students hear week after week. I expect everyone at every level to start a HOME PRACTICE. Most people can take only one class a week; in order to get the maximum benefit from your classes, you must PRACTICE. I suggest each student work on two to three poses each week so you can continue to progress and improve. Use your tapas, self-discipline, to get on the mat every day and many positive changes will happen. Just do it!

Never say you have no time for your practice. Take my example: you know how hard I work, yet you know I keep in touch without missing a day. Do not think about having no time; then you will squeeze time for your practice. – B.K.S Iyengar from Sparks of Divinity Compiled by Noelle Perez-Christiaens

Discipline and purity must come from within. – B.K.S. Iyengar

Gentle Yoga:

For continuing or beginning students seeking a mild, slow-paced class because you are stiff, not very strong, or have certain limitations. One will learn how to use a chair, the ropes wall and other props to help the body and mind when it needs a little extra support. Relaxation, restorative and recuperative poses will be emphasized throughout.

Level 1:

This class is appropriate for individuals who have some basic yoga experience. You will learn about the fundamentals of posture and deepen your understanding of Salamba Sarvangasana (Shoulder Stand) and Halasana (plough pose), as well as the preparation for Salamba Sirsasana(Headstand at the wall). All Traditions of yoga are welcome.

*Modifications will be taught for those that have limitations and are unable to do the full pose.*

Level II:

This class is for individuals that have been taking Iyengar Yoga for 2-3 years. The class will help refine the four categories of poses: standing, forward bends, backbends, and inversions: One will continue to learn the firmness and stability in a 3-5 minute Salamba Sarvangasana (Shoulder Stand) and 3-5minute Sirsasana (Headstand) at or away from the wall. Adho Mukha Vrksasana (Full Arm Balance), Pincha Mayurasana(Forearm Balance), Urdhva Dhanurasana(Upward bow pose), and other more advanced poses are introduced.

**Modifications will be taught for those that have limitations and are unable to do the full pose.*

Level III:

This class is for students who have consistent home practice and a minimum of four years of Iyengar experience from a Certified Iyengar instructor. One must be able to do a 5-10 minute Salamba Sarvangasana (Shoulder Stand) and a 5-minute Salamba Sirsasana (headstand). You must be aware of the modifications that are best for you. Variations in Sarvangasana and Sirsasana will be taught. You will be expected to work with arm balances and push up into Urdhva Dhanurasana (upward bow pose).

*One must be familiar with modifications for different poses*

Yoga Lunch Break With Alixe:

In this hour-long practice, you will explore a range of poses—active to restorative—sequenced to help create space and release tension in both body and mind. This class is perfect for beginners or anyone looking to re-energize for whatever the rest of your day may hold.

Yoga for Scoliosis private classes with Graham:

This class is for individuals who have Scoliosis and would like to learn how to work with their curve to alleviate any pain or discomfort, Graham will help you to understand the concave and convex sides of your spine, where to lengthen, where to *strengthen, and how to accept the imbalances and self esteem that can be associated with a “different” spine. Private classes are recommended to learn modifications before taking a class with other students

Which class is right for me?

Graham is happy to set up an individual lesson if you are unsure of what class is best for you. If you have a major medical or physical condition Graham requires to see her first before taking a group class.