YOGA & WELLNESS
Yoga
OWN YOUR YOGA!
A Yin/Yang Practice Workshop Series
INSTRUCTOR: JOAN VANNORSDALL
Thursdays: April 11, April 25, May 9, and May 23
5:30 –7:00 p.m.
TUITION: $40.00 for the four-week session, or $12.00 per session as drop-in
The full experience of yoga includes both group and individual practice. These four workshops are designed to help you move safely and often from the studio into your own, personal yoga practice. Each session will focus on a different sequence of poses, with individual assists and adjustments provided to those who desire them. Through the use of yoga bolsters, cushions, blocks, and blankets, each yogi will find the best way to get into and come out of poses for maximum benefit and safety. Each workshop sequence will blend both Yin and Yang poses, targeting both muscle flexibility and strength as well as deeper connective tissue strengthening. Various meditation techniques as well as deep relaxation will be practiced in each session.You’ll leave each workshop with a handout of names and basic instructions for all poses we work on.
A Yin/Yang Practice Workshop Series
INSTRUCTOR: JOAN VANNORSDALL
Thursdays: April 11, April 25, May 9, and May 23
5:30 –7:00 p.m.
TUITION: $40.00 for the four-week session, or $12.00 per session as drop-in
The full experience of yoga includes both group and individual practice. These four workshops are designed to help you move safely and often from the studio into your own, personal yoga practice. Each session will focus on a different sequence of poses, with individual assists and adjustments provided to those who desire them. Through the use of yoga bolsters, cushions, blocks, and blankets, each yogi will find the best way to get into and come out of poses for maximum benefit and safety. Each workshop sequence will blend both Yin and Yang poses, targeting both muscle flexibility and strength as well as deeper connective tissue strengthening. Various meditation techniques as well as deep relaxation will be practiced in each session.You’ll leave each workshop with a handout of names and basic instructions for all poses we work on.
CHAIR YOGA
Chair yoga is a discipline accessible to virtually everyone, regardless of age or physical limitations, and a great introductory yoga form. Perfect for those who may have concerns about balance, or for whom getting up and down from the floor would present challenges. Chair yoga integrates asanas (poses) and core movements and stretching, at a mellower pace, giving you time to go deep or to play with the edges of your ability. Poses may be done from a seated or standing position, with a chair always available for a foundation of stability. Yoga poses are modified to make chair yoga an authentic practice. The practice opens with a brief meditation and warm-up. In the hatha branch of yoga, we practice a series of modified Sun Salutations to heat the body and then take a more free form nature, encouraging exploration and challenges before cooling the body. The class closes with a 10-minute savasana and a guided deep relaxation.
You may pay for a session of classes or drop-in to a class (payment by cash or check at the School Office just before class). Drop-in rate is $6/class.
E-400: CHAIR YOGA
INSTRUCTOR: PAM MARSHALL
Thursdays, 11:00 a.m. to noon
E-400a: Jan. 10 - Feb. 14
E-400b: Feb. 28 - April 4
E-400c: April 18 - May 23
TUITION: $30 for 6-week session, or $6 each class as drop-in
Chair yoga is a discipline accessible to virtually everyone, regardless of age or physical limitations, and a great introductory yoga form. Perfect for those who may have concerns about balance, or for whom getting up and down from the floor would present challenges. Chair yoga integrates asanas (poses) and core movements and stretching, at a mellower pace, giving you time to go deep or to play with the edges of your ability. Poses may be done from a seated or standing position, with a chair always available for a foundation of stability. Yoga poses are modified to make chair yoga an authentic practice. The practice opens with a brief meditation and warm-up. In the hatha branch of yoga, we practice a series of modified Sun Salutations to heat the body and then take a more free form nature, encouraging exploration and challenges before cooling the body. The class closes with a 10-minute savasana and a guided deep relaxation.
You may pay for a session of classes or drop-in to a class (payment by cash or check at the School Office just before class). Drop-in rate is $6/class.
E-400: CHAIR YOGA
INSTRUCTOR: PAM MARSHALL
Thursdays, 11:00 a.m. to noon
E-400a: Jan. 10 - Feb. 14
E-400b: Feb. 28 - April 4
E-400c: April 18 - May 23
TUITION: $30 for 6-week session, or $6 each class as drop-in
WELLNESS with SOUND
E-412: GUIDED MEDITATION & SOUND BATH
INSTRUCTOR: GREG BURNS
Wednesdays, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Feb. 6, Mar. 6, Apr. 3, & May 1
TUITION: $25 each week
Most of us have not heard about the wonderful wide-ranging benefits that meditation can bring to us. Both Guided Meditation and Sound Meditation are each practices that are known to easily help individuals achieve an experience of meditative states of mind. For this class both will be offered, providing an opportunity for a deep meditation. For this session, we will begin with a Guided Meditation aimed at helping your mind focus through reflection and gain clarity for your intentions. The soothing sounds of Tibetan Singing Bowls will also aid the calming of the mind and body during the guided portion. After the brief guided meditation, participants will be invited to remain in their relaxed position and enjoy a Sound Bath experience including singing bowls, gong, chimes, and more. Tibetan Singing Bowls and the Gong are instruments known to help quiet the mind, relieve stress and tension from the body, and calm the nervous system, thus helping us move towards homeostasis. No experience needed, this session is geared at helping those without prior experience with meditation, as well as providing a deep, meditative opportunity for experienced practitioners. Participants will be offered a yoga mat on the floor, along with a blanket for this session and an eye cover (if desired). Some pillows and extra blankets will be available to use, and participants are encouraged to bring any pillows, blankets or mats of their own they would like to bring. With questions regarding the class feel free to message Greg directly at metta.vibrations@gmail.com
INSTRUCTOR: GREG BURNS
Wednesdays, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Feb. 6, Mar. 6, Apr. 3, & May 1
TUITION: $25 each week
Most of us have not heard about the wonderful wide-ranging benefits that meditation can bring to us. Both Guided Meditation and Sound Meditation are each practices that are known to easily help individuals achieve an experience of meditative states of mind. For this class both will be offered, providing an opportunity for a deep meditation. For this session, we will begin with a Guided Meditation aimed at helping your mind focus through reflection and gain clarity for your intentions. The soothing sounds of Tibetan Singing Bowls will also aid the calming of the mind and body during the guided portion. After the brief guided meditation, participants will be invited to remain in their relaxed position and enjoy a Sound Bath experience including singing bowls, gong, chimes, and more. Tibetan Singing Bowls and the Gong are instruments known to help quiet the mind, relieve stress and tension from the body, and calm the nervous system, thus helping us move towards homeostasis. No experience needed, this session is geared at helping those without prior experience with meditation, as well as providing a deep, meditative opportunity for experienced practitioners. Participants will be offered a yoga mat on the floor, along with a blanket for this session and an eye cover (if desired). Some pillows and extra blankets will be available to use, and participants are encouraged to bring any pillows, blankets or mats of their own they would like to bring. With questions regarding the class feel free to message Greg directly at metta.vibrations@gmail.com
CLASSES IN OUR COURSE CATALOG THAT ARE NOT OFFERED THIS SEMESTER (Let us know if you'd like to see them next semester!)
E-410: TUESDAY SOUND IMMERSION
INSTRUCTOR: GREG BURNS
TUITION: $105 for 7-session class (or $20 each class as drop-in)
On the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, come join Greg Burns of Metta Vibrations for a Sound Immersion experience. Using Tibetan Singing Bowls, Gong, Chimes, and more, participants will be invited to simply relax and allow the harmonious sounds and vibrations to gently pull them into meditative states. This experience is known to help calm the mind and nervous system, help relieve tension and stress from the body, and promote good sleep, among other benefits. Starting the day with meditation provides the opportunity to move into the day relaxed but with clarity and focus. No prior experience necessary. Perfect for beginners as well as experienced meditators.
NOT CURRENTLY OFFERED
INSTRUCTOR: GREG BURNS
TUITION: $105 for 7-session class (or $20 each class as drop-in)
On the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, come join Greg Burns of Metta Vibrations for a Sound Immersion experience. Using Tibetan Singing Bowls, Gong, Chimes, and more, participants will be invited to simply relax and allow the harmonious sounds and vibrations to gently pull them into meditative states. This experience is known to help calm the mind and nervous system, help relieve tension and stress from the body, and promote good sleep, among other benefits. Starting the day with meditation provides the opportunity to move into the day relaxed but with clarity and focus. No prior experience necessary. Perfect for beginners as well as experienced meditators.
NOT CURRENTLY OFFERED
E-409: EXPLORING THE 7 CHAKRA SYSTEM
INSTRUCTOR: GREG BURNS
TUITION: $40
In this class we will explore the 7 Chakra system originally spoken of in Hindu texts. Chakras are known as energy centers in the body. During this class we will discuss the understandings of each Chakra, learn to assess the Chakras, do some group chanting that correlates with each Chakra, and we will conclude the class by experiencing a Guided Chakra Meditation using Tibetan Singing Bowls. No prior experience necessary. The intention of this class is to provide some basic understandings as well as offer some direct experiences.
NOT CURRENTLY OFFERED
INSTRUCTOR: GREG BURNS
TUITION: $40
In this class we will explore the 7 Chakra system originally spoken of in Hindu texts. Chakras are known as energy centers in the body. During this class we will discuss the understandings of each Chakra, learn to assess the Chakras, do some group chanting that correlates with each Chakra, and we will conclude the class by experiencing a Guided Chakra Meditation using Tibetan Singing Bowls. No prior experience necessary. The intention of this class is to provide some basic understandings as well as offer some direct experiences.
NOT CURRENTLY OFFERED
E-411: MEDITATION BASICS
INSTRUCTOR: GREG BURNS
TUITION: $20
This class is meant to introduce students to the world of meditation. Meditation has become quite a buzzword in our culture, and for good reason. For this class, we will discuss what meditation is and the many different ways we can find a meditation practice. This class will also include several direct experiences geared to help achieve meditative states, including breath techniques, chanting, guided meditation, and a brief sound bath. No prior experience necessary. Open to ages 16 and above.
NOT CURRENTLY OFFERED
INSTRUCTOR: GREG BURNS
TUITION: $20
This class is meant to introduce students to the world of meditation. Meditation has become quite a buzzword in our culture, and for good reason. For this class, we will discuss what meditation is and the many different ways we can find a meditation practice. This class will also include several direct experiences geared to help achieve meditative states, including breath techniques, chanting, guided meditation, and a brief sound bath. No prior experience necessary. Open to ages 16 and above.
NOT CURRENTLY OFFERED
E-406: EVENING SOUND IMMERSION EXPERIENCE
INSTRUCTOR: GREG BURNS
TUITION: $25
Do you know that our soul is comprised of harmony? Leonardo DaVinci
Over time all cultures have used sound (music) as a way to achieve states of wellness and joy. Sound can also be used to help us enter into meditative states, which we are learning has tremendous benefit for our well-being. For these classes, participants are invited to relax deeply and simply allow the sounds and vibrations of Tibetan Singing Bowls, Gong, and more to just wash over and through them, hence why it is called a sound bath. Using yoga mats, pillows, and blankets, attendees will be invited to lie down and get comfortable. After beginning the session with some gentle guided relaxation, Greg will move right into the sounds. For about an hour (or a little more), the
space will be filled with the harmonic vibrations. After some gentle grounding, time to reflect and ask questions will be offered before concluding the session. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and limit caffeine and food intake prior to the class. Payment reserves you a mat and one blanket for the session. Pillows will be available. You may bring your own mat, pillows, or blankets (but no air mattresses, thank you).
NOT CURRENTLY OFFERED
INSTRUCTOR: GREG BURNS
TUITION: $25
Do you know that our soul is comprised of harmony? Leonardo DaVinci
Over time all cultures have used sound (music) as a way to achieve states of wellness and joy. Sound can also be used to help us enter into meditative states, which we are learning has tremendous benefit for our well-being. For these classes, participants are invited to relax deeply and simply allow the sounds and vibrations of Tibetan Singing Bowls, Gong, and more to just wash over and through them, hence why it is called a sound bath. Using yoga mats, pillows, and blankets, attendees will be invited to lie down and get comfortable. After beginning the session with some gentle guided relaxation, Greg will move right into the sounds. For about an hour (or a little more), the
space will be filled with the harmonic vibrations. After some gentle grounding, time to reflect and ask questions will be offered before concluding the session. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and limit caffeine and food intake prior to the class. Payment reserves you a mat and one blanket for the session. Pillows will be available. You may bring your own mat, pillows, or blankets (but no air mattresses, thank you).
NOT CURRENTLY OFFERED
MINDFUL YOGA FLOW
This is a mixed yoga practice, with both yang flow and yin holds. After a brief meditation period, we practice a half-hour vinyasa practice, targeting muscle strength and flexibility and moving from one pose to another with careful verbal cues. The rest of the flow is in the yin tradition: poses are held for longer periods of time, targeting the deeper connective tissues. Rooted in the breath, the sequence of standing, seated, and reclining poses builds strength, increases flexibility, improves balance and bone/joint integrity, and quiets the mind. The practice closes with savasana and yoga nidra: a guided, reclining deep relaxation. However, if you have never done yoga before, it is important that you contact the School of the Arts at least two weeks before you plan to start a class to arrange a meeting with the instructor for a no-cost, individual session to introduce you to basic yoga terms and poses. Students who are new to yoga who are challenged with balance issues may be recommended to begin with Chair Yoga.
E-401: MINDFUL YOGA FLOW
INSTRUCTOR: JOAN VANNORSDALL
TUITION: $55 for 6-week session, or $12 each class as drop-in
NOT CURRENTLY OFFERED
This is a mixed yoga practice, with both yang flow and yin holds. After a brief meditation period, we practice a half-hour vinyasa practice, targeting muscle strength and flexibility and moving from one pose to another with careful verbal cues. The rest of the flow is in the yin tradition: poses are held for longer periods of time, targeting the deeper connective tissues. Rooted in the breath, the sequence of standing, seated, and reclining poses builds strength, increases flexibility, improves balance and bone/joint integrity, and quiets the mind. The practice closes with savasana and yoga nidra: a guided, reclining deep relaxation. However, if you have never done yoga before, it is important that you contact the School of the Arts at least two weeks before you plan to start a class to arrange a meeting with the instructor for a no-cost, individual session to introduce you to basic yoga terms and poses. Students who are new to yoga who are challenged with balance issues may be recommended to begin with Chair Yoga.
E-401: MINDFUL YOGA FLOW
INSTRUCTOR: JOAN VANNORSDALL
TUITION: $55 for 6-week session, or $12 each class as drop-in
NOT CURRENTLY OFFERED
