classes
We invite you to begin where you are and grow into the classes most suited to your personal needs. We have something for “Every Body “- from beginners to advanced. Come grow with us. Explore and cultivate the power within you, never ending and ever expanding.
Curvy Girl Yoga
Starting May 20th Monday Nights (10 Class Series) 7:00-8:15pmVanessa Kent
JOYS: Journey of Your Soul, A Spiritual Reunion
Sunday 7:00-8:30pm (4/14, 4/21, 5/26, 6/2, 6/9)Joyce Salvo
The classes will include updates on the energetic shifts occurring, how they are affecting us individually and collectively, a question and answer segment and open discussion. We will close with a lengthy guided mediation that will help balance your energy and will attract more ease and peace into your life. Each class and meditation will be unique.
Everyone is welcome. We will need an accurate count to accommodate the available space comfortably. Some chairs and mats will be provided, but you may bring your own as well. Reserve your space by emailing me at this address, joyce@avanamethod.com.
There will be a $20 charge you can pay when you arrive.
Breathe and Be
Saturday 9:45am-10:15amTeacher: Vanessa Kent
Come join in the exploration of Pranayama and Meditation. Pranayamas are yogic breathing techniques used as a means of restraining (yama) or expanding (ayama) life force (prana). In this practice we will explore both invigorating breathwork to enliven lethargy as well as calming pranayamas to center and ground agitation. We will delve into various meditation techniques, from seated meditation (chairs are available), to walking meditation, guided savasana, japa (using a mantra and mala, prayer beads) as well as slow motion prana exercises.
Allow yourself to "Breathe and Be", as you inhale and exhale your way toward stillness of mind and presence of being through the exploration of Pranayama and Meditation.
All levels of practitioners welcome, no prior experience necessary.
Free/Donation Based Offering.
Beginner (FREE Class)
1st Saturday of Each Month 8:00-9:15amTeacher: Primo Lombardi
Ready for a change in how you feel? Start the new year off right with taking care of yourself. If you are looking to lower your stress and stretch a little further this is the class for you.
Vinyasa Flow
Tuesday & Thursday 7:00p.m.-8:15p.m.Teacher: Vanessa Kent
Yoga Flow: Many times referred to as Vinyasa Yoga, Yoga Flow takes out the sometimes rigid stagnant lines of a traditional yoga practice and incorporates an almost constant movement linked to breath. However subtle or gentle the movement may be, perhaps a micro-movement or gentle rhythmic sequence, Yoga Flow incorporates fluid transitions from posture to posture. These classes are appropriate for a first time practitioner or seasoned yogi.
Men’s Mixed Levels
Monday & Thursday 5:30p.m.-6:45p.m.Teacher: Primo Lombardi
Explore the basics of Anusara Yoga. Find the focal points and flow of energy. Discover the interplay of life's pulsation of breath and balance. Integrate attitude, alignment and action into each pose.
Slow Flow Yoga
Mondays & Fridays 3:45p.m.-5p.m.Teacher: Vanessa Kent
Slow Flow Yoga: Work with increasing your flexibility as well as strength at a pace that suits from beginner to seasoned practitioner. Slow Flow Yoga allows you to ride the wave of your breath to your edge, exploring that place with gentle flowing movements which many times will bring you toward a new edge creating yet another opportunity to find your breath and begin yet again.
Prenatal (Beginners Welcome)
Wednesday 7:00p.m.-8:15p.m.Teacher: Irene Bright-Dumm
Irene's class is a moderate posture sequence that is grounded in traditional hatha teachings and is always open to beginners. This asana practice is intended as an invitation to explore and witness the self, using the body as a gateway to notice what serves you and let go of what doesn't. We play with movement as well as holding poses, working with the breath to simultaneously energize and relax both body and mind.
Beginner
Wednesday 8:30-10:00amTeacher: Arlene Stark Prisco
Heard the recent buzz about yoga but don’t know where to start? Arlene’s Iyengar-Inspired Beginner’s Class can open the door for you! In this class, students will work at a slower, yet deliberate pace while learning the basic foundations of yoga poses (asana). The fundamental poses will be emphasized and each class will steadily build your practice. We will be moving from standing poses and forward bends to balance poses and gentle backbends, ultimately preparing for inversions. Our emphasis will be to infuse every pose with the breath while using props (such as blocks and straps) to facilitate alignment.
Arlene has a patient and lighthearted teaching style and welcomes newcomers as well as beginners. More experienced practitioners are also welcome to attend, approaching poses with a beginner’s mind in a way that will deepen their practice.
FUNdamentals (Beginners Welcome)
Friday 8:30a.m.-10:00a.m.Teacher: Primo Lombardi
Learn the FUNdamentals of yoga; Breath-Alignment-Movement- that bring the body into a balance of stability and freedom with the clear and concise exploration of the Universal Principals Of Alignment; the balance between muscle energy and organic energy.
Restorative
Wednesday 10:30a.m.-12NoonTeacher: Cathy Garfinkle
Props are used to fully support the body in restful postures to bring a deep sense of calm to the body and mind. No yoga experience needed, just a willingness to let go!
Mixed Levels
Monday 8:30a.m.-10:30a.m.Teacher: Primo Lombardi
Emphasis will be placed on building endurance and flexibility. This class is intended for peeps who are looking to expand their practice gradually or beginners who are already physically active.
Anusara Mixed Levels
Tuesday 5:30p.m. - 6:45p.m.Teacher: Jane Norton
An energetic and uplifting class with a full spectrum of poses, yoga philosophy, and fun!
The Practice (Mixed Levels)
Sunday 8:30a.m.-10:30a.m.Teacher: Primo Lombardi
This class will build up to more challenging poses, offering more refinement and plenty of fun
Kripalu All Levels
Tuesday & Thursday 8:30a.m. - 10:00a.m.Teacher: Martha Abbott
Martha’s classes offer a well-balanced flow of breath work, warm-ups, postures, relaxation and meditation. Her intention is to create an opportunity for students to slow down, turn their attention inward to their bodies and breath, and become responsive to what they find.
Meditation [Yoga for the Mind]
Wednesday 5:30p.m.- 6:30p.m.Teacher: Myron Garfinkle
In this class you will be introduced to: The opportunity to learn how to meditate and the opportunity to deepen your meditation practice. Techniques will include an introduction to different types/styles of meditation. Instruction will include body positioning and breath work. This class is intended for those new to meditation as well as those who have an existing practice. All are welcome.