Journey Through Movement

What is Vinyasa Yoga

Vinyasa yoga means the “postures/asana” are flowing, moving and guided from one to another by the normal rhythm of your breath. Yoga is an ideal practice for everyone, no matter what physical shape you are in. Classes may consist of many people with a variety of yoga backgrounds. A practitioner of several years can stand next to someone who has never walked onto a yoga mat before. Someone may have neck and back problems, chronic headaches, and shoulder or knee injuries. Yoga is one of the best exercises for people with arthritis, fibromyalgia and heart disease. It is also highly recommended for pregnant women.

The stretching and breathing performed in yoga can help improve circulation. The combination of flexibility, cleansing breath and inner serenity can help with aging. We have 40, 50, 60, and 70-year-old ladies and gentlemen in classes who practice yoga regularly and they look and feel healthy.

Vinyasa: All levels:

This class is a great place to start for those who have never taken yoga before. It is

also a wonderful class for anyone interested in working deeper on the fundamentals of their practice. Yoga is about execution of each pose to his/her own capability and comfort. You will learn the name for each asana/ pose, be taught proper alignment, balance and how to modify each pose if necessary to make it comfortable and safe. Breathing techniques will be explained as you learn to "flow" the postures through the vinyasa class.

Saturday Vinyasa: (90 minute class)

If you wish to deepen your knowledge and experience of yoga. You will learn the nuances of each asana and how to make them work for you. Instruction will include how to relate to the asana; modifying them for your own body’s strengths and finding areas that may need extra attention. The instructor may include the use of basic props to adjust for proper balance, stretch and body alignment. This will be an enjoyable free flowing class allowing you to personalize your own growth. Your instructor will guide and encourage you to try something new and more challenging during this 90 minute class.

Start your yoga journey on the right path and make it a life long achievement.

“Sterling Silvers” Senior's Yoga Class:

This class is for everyone with heart, courage and worldly experience. It is available for those who may need extra attention and help. It will move at a slower/gentle pace using blocks, straps and the wall to help achieve proper body alignment, balance, strength and flexibility. Try this class before moving on to the other classes if you have any concerns.

Meditation:

This special class will follow the Saturday morning class. We will explore the Chakras, Pranayama (breath awareness) and take nature walks through guided imagery and visualization. You will discover how your breath can be used to release stress and focus the mind. Through meditation you may even find a deeper relationship with your own inner guidance.

*JTM Yoga Juniors*

Yoga classes adapted for our younger generation giving them their chance to be a part of JTM in a very special way. This class will be for kids ages 8 - 12. Our goal is to give them an advanced start in their yoga practice. They will learn in a fun and safe environment from an instructor who truly cares about what traditional yoga is and how to make it a life long practice. The class is geared for kids of all yoga levels. It includes stretching, yoga poses, balance, flexibility and breathing exercises. No mats or props needed. Just enroll your kid and watch them have fun and benefit with yoga.

Rasa Vinyasa:

Expect this class to be for an advanced student who has practiced for a minimum of one year. You will need to know each asana, how to modify for your needs and understand how breath moves the body. This class will move at a quicker pace with strength and endurance.

You may sweat in this class! Bring a towel!