Welcome to Center Yoga & Healing Arts
Our Philosophy
At Center Yoga Arts, we believe that yoga is more than just a physical practice. It is a way of life that promotes mindfulness, self-awareness, and inner peace. Our goal is to help our students cultivate these qualities through the practice of yoga.
Our Classes
We offer a variety of classes to suit different needs and levels, from gentle and restorative to more challenging and dynamic classes
Yin Yoga and Meditation at Center Yoga
Yin Yoga, weekly 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.
Slow Flow Yoga
slow flow weekly class
Slow flow yoga is, essentially, a style of yoga that’s practiced at a slower pace. During a class, you can expect to practice around half of the poses that you would practice in a class, such as regular vinyasa yoga.
This soothing style of yoga focuses on grounding and alignment. You’ll have more time to add props to your poses and find a position that feels good for your body. Although slow flow yoga still connects movement with breath, you’ll spend more time in positions instead of moving every time you inhale or exhale.
However, that doesn’t mean that slow flow yoga is easy! Slow yoga still focuses on building strength, enhancing flexibility and balance. And because you’ll be spending more time in positions, you might feel the burn more than you would with other styles of yoga. You will, however, be given lots of time to rest in poses such as child pose. Class begins with either pranayama (breathwork) or meditation, and a gentle flowing warmup and ends with shavasana. Held Friday morning at 8 AM weekly
Restorative Yoga specialty class
The main focus of Restorative Yoga is that by relaxing in poses, with the aid of props, without strain or pain, we can achieve physical, mental and emotional relaxation. Restorative yoga classes are very relaxing and slow paced. Props, like blocks, bolsters, blankets and straps are used so that you are supported in your pose comfortably. You will then hold the pose for an extended period of time. My Restorative Classes are often accompanied by crystal healing bowl sound baths and inspirational readings. This practice is great to balance an active yoga schedule or to give yourself a break when you feel under the weather.
Offered as a Specialty Class in a revolving schedule with other formats, 1st Sunday of each month, 3 PM at Center Yoga. Also available for groups at your site. 343-0827
Yoga Nidra
yoga nidra specialty class
Yoga Nidra is a state between sleep and deep relaxation. It involves a systematic method of inducing deep physical,
mental and emotional relaxation.
The practice is done while lying down on one's back with eyes closed and the body made completely comfortable. It involves deep relaxation with inner awareness while the instructor leads a guided session with her voice. The guide uses auto-suggestion cues, visualization and affirmation to create an environment in which healing can occur. A few of the benefits now being confirmed by the medical field are increased immune function, digestive function and better sleep. The gifts of Yoga Nidra are the releasing of old habits, fatigue, worry and stress. This is a technique for physical rejuvenation, mental relaxation, spiritual growth and overall wellness. The secret of Yoga Nidra, and to better health, lie in its ability to relieve tension and stress at its root and restore a balanced state of mind and a deeply rested body.
Offered as a Specialty Class in a revolving schedule with other formats, 1st Sunday of each month, 3 PM at Center Yoga. Also available for groups at your site. 343-0827
Nidra transcripts personalized for you
with pre-interview $75.00
(you may record)
Group sessions of Yoga Nidra are also available.
pranayama (breathing exercises) & Meditation specialty class
Learn & practice several different styles of breath work designed to clear and balance your mind and energy systems. Followed by a guided lead in to silent meditation. A discussion may follow to share experiences and questions.
Offered as a Specialty Class in a revolving schedule with other formats, 1st Sunday of each month, 3 PM at Center Yoga. Also available for groups at your site. 343-0827
crystal singing bowl healing sound bath specialty class
Attending a sound bath can be a unique and individual experience. You may be seated or lying down surrounded by others in a similar state of relaxation, as the practitioner plays the crystal singing bowls. The experience is passive yet immersive. The sounds and vibrations fill the room, creating a cocoon of sound that envelops you. Some may experience visualizations, emotional releases, or a profound sense of peace. Each session can be different, as you bring new energies and mindsets to the experience.
Offered as a Specialty Class in a revolving schedule with other formats, 1st Sunday of each month, 3 PM at Center Yoga. Also available for groups at your site. 343-0827