Center Yoga Classes

 Yin Yoga is a meditative approach to yoga that focuses on cultivating awareness of inner silence and bringing to light a universal, interconnecting quality. Unlike its more dynamic counterparts, such as Vinyasa or Ashtanga, Yin Yoga emphasizes stillness and the deep stretching of connective tissues around the joints, primarily in the hips, pelvis, inner thighs, and lower spine.

 This gentle, yet profound practice encourages practitioners to hold poses for longer periods, typically three to five minutes or even longer, to promote the safe and therapeutic stretching of fascia—the connective tissue that surrounds muscles and organs—encouraging greater flexibility and flow of energy. 

The origins of Yin Yoga trace back to the ancient Taoist concepts of yin and yang, opposite and complementary principles in nature. Yin is the stable, unmoving, hidden aspect of things; yang is the changing, moving, revealing aspect. In the context of yoga, Yin Yoga serves as a complement to the more muscular (yang) styles of yoga, focusing on passive, seated postures that target the lower part of the body. This approach is not only designed to improve flexibility and restore a range of motion but also to foster a deeper, inward connection with the body, mind, and spirit.

 Yin Yoga is suitable for practitioners of all levels, offering a unique opportunity to slow down, reflect, and connect with a deeper aspect of oneself. Its benefits extend beyond physical flexibility and joint health, promoting stress reduction, mental clarity, and emotional resilience. As practitioners settle into postures, they are encouraged to breathe deeply and observe the sensations that arise, cultivating a mindfulness that can be carried off the mat and into daily life. These attributes make Yin Yoga not just a practice but a pathway to balancing the fast-paced and often stressful aspects of modern life. 

Tues. 6pm and Weds. 8 am., $15. walk in, or $100. for 10x pass.

A gentle class designed to be accessible for most bodies. We begin with a short meditation and/or pranayama(breathwork), followed by a gentle flow using the breath to lead us through traditional yoga poses. Instruction is given in the use of props or modifications throughout and practice ends with a few moments of guided relaxation.. All props are provided and set up for you. 

• $15.00 for walk ins when space is available. Or $100. will get you 10 sessions that you can use anytime. Fridays at 8 AM. Pre register or call for walk-in availability.