Pregnancy is a special time in a woman's life where she has a unique opportunity to connect with her inner wisdom during the process of creating new life. Prenatal yoga provides space for the expectant mother to quiet the mind and bring focus to the baby while strengthening, balancing and stretching the physical body in anticipation of the birth process. Pranayama, asana, relaxation and visualization techniques all come into play bringing spirit and magic back into the art of preparing to giving birth! Give yourself the gift of yoga to create your special space.

We'll begin each class by centering through the breath, then move into gentle stretching for both mom and infant. Mom's will initially focus on opening the chest and shoulders, so often rounded forward while caring for baby. Core strengthening comes into play to restore the abdominals; standing and balancing poses have the capacity to enhance focus and strength both internally and externally. Meditation, relaxation and visualization allow time to explore emotional boundaries and expectations. Baby yoga provides gentle stretching to facilitate extending the boundaries of their world along with twisting to aid digestion, gentle inversions for a new perspective and playful massage for relaxation. Yoga provides a simple, portable tool for new moms to deepen their connection with their new infant. Mommy & Me classes work best with children between 1 month and crawling.

Dads play a very special role in the lives of infants but sometimes struggle for one-on-one time between feedings and naps. Daddy & Me yoga introduces new ways to bond with your infant through touch, sound and movement. We'll explore poses that may help with digestion, sleep and calming your newborn, giving you increased confidence in your ability to be Mr. Mom! Establishing this special connection with your child also gives Mom some much needed downtime to rebuild her energy and enthusiasm for your expanding family.

Yoga encourages children to develop strong, limber, healthy bodies; increases focus, cultivates self-esteem and respect for others and the environment. Yoga can establish a lifelong foundation for well-being while enhancing creative expression and imagination. Storytelling, music, partner poses and games mix with asana and breathwork to create a lively, engaging session. Each class leads children to a place of calm, setting the tone for conscious relaxation to become a natural part of life.

The timeless art of yoga brings teens the opportunity to acquire new skills that may ease their transition into adults. The breathwork and centering sequences practiced at the beginning of class provide tools that can be taken out into the real world where they may serve as a buffer for peer pressure. The physical postures, called asanas, create strength and confidence while relieving stress and toxins from the internal organs. Meditation at the end of class allows teens some constructive "me" time as they explore the depths of consciousness. The practice of meditation has been proven to lower blood pressure and has the potential to increase focus and confidence as your teen taps into their inner wisdom. Visualization builds problem solving skills. The total package of yoga brings lifelong benefits to those who practice.

Hatha yoga provides an ideal venue for the adult seeking a deeper connection with themselves and their surroundings via pranayama, asana and dyana. Potential benefits of yoga include increased flexibility, improved focus, decreased tension and stress, improved quality of sleep. The practice of meditation has been proven to lower blood pressure and has the potential to increase focus and confidence. Tap into your deep inner strengths and wisdom to support your vision of the future!

Gentle classes for seniors meet you where you are, providing the appropriate support for this stage of life, honoring your experiences and contributions to society. Meditation and journaling are encouraged as you move gracefully along your personal journey.

Restorative Yoga gives us the opportunity to slow down, releasing stress through breathwork, mantra and a variety of supportive props that facilitate balance within the body systems - rejuvenating mind, body and spirit. Visualization, aroma therapy and meditation may come into play, enhancing that deeper connection with the self. Pamper yourself so you'll sleep like a baby.