About Yoga
A Kripalu yoga class is a hatha yoga practice rooted in the deep inner stillness that arrives when the mind is at peace, the body relaxed and emotions in harmony.
Each class begins with centering and focusing on the breath. The class continues with gentle movements to bring awareness to the body and awaken it in preparation for the yoga postures. The heart of the class is the sequence of yoga poses that stretch, strengthen and balance the body. The class ends with deep relaxation and a brief meditation. Class lasts for one hour.
Types of classes:
Level 1 Kripalu Yoga: This class is for new and experienced students. Postures include standing,
sitting, and lying down variations as well as balancing asansas (postures).
Each asana is taught in a detailed manner with explanations of how to enter
and release from the posture.
Gentle Kripalu Yoga: This class has the same componets at a level 1 class with emphasis on
learning about your own body. Postures are held longer to enhance
this learning. The class is particularly helpful for students with issues
with blood pressure, knees, hips or other joints as well as anyone
experiencing high levels of stress…it is valuable for all levels of
practitioners.
Pre-Natal Yoga: This Kripalu yoga class is especially designed for expectant mothers. The
modified postures help ease the discomforts of pregnancy. Breathing and
relaxation techiques are offered to releave stress and prepare for the baby’s
arrival.
Specialty private and small group classes for practitioners who want to focus on specific areas
because of limitations due to injury, surgery or arthritis. Cost of 1 hour class $40.00 .
The instructor, Edie Cassidy, is a certified Kripalu yoga instructor who has been leading yoga classes in Black Rock and at a variety of workplaces for 3 years. She is currently taking classes for advanced certification in Kripalu yoga as well as classes in yoga therapy.