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YOGA ON YORK specializes in safe, effective and fun classes. All classes are taught by 200 or 500 hour Registered Yoga Alliance instructors. In all classes, we teach the correct alignment of each posture, encourage you to "listen to your body" and move at your own pace. We are fully available to you to help you modify postures to make them safe for your individual body.

NEW TO YOGA? Start with YOGA FOUNDATIONS or YOGA CHALLENGE I, and then move on to VINYASA SLOW FLOW. Classes are listed in descending order from our most gentle class, YOGA FOUNDATIONS to our most vigorous classes, such as; VINYASA FLOW INTERMEDIATE, POWER FLOW and YOGA CORE.

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Tips for new students:

  • Unless otherwise noted, classes on our regular class schedule are on a drop-in basis. You do not need to pre-register.
  • Arrive 5-15 minutes early to get settled in. Classes will begin and end on time.
  • Please silence your cell phone.
  • Wear comfortable, fitted workout clothing. No shoes needed.
  • Bring water, a towel and your yoga mat.
  • We rent and sell yoga mats.
  • Practice on a mostly empty stomach and stay well hydrated prior to classes.
  • Inform the instructor before class of any injuries, medical conditions and/or any medications you are taking that may effect your practice. Inform the instructor if you are pregnant.
  • If the weather is questionable, please call the studio before coming to class. We will have a message on the machine two hours prior to any class we are canceling due to bad weather. (This typically applies in winter only.)
  • Be sure to sign up on our email list and Facebook page to receive new information on class updates and studio events.
  • Email info@yogaonyork.com or call us at 207-363-yoga with any questions.

about yoga

Yoga: stems from the Sanskrit word yogah, meaning "union;" the process
of conscious living, bringing mind, body and spirit into union.

Strengthen the body.. Quiet the mind.. Nourish the Spirit.

The practice of exercising the body though physical postures is called Hatha Yoga. There are many styles of Hatha Yoga such as: Ashtanga Yoga, Bikram Yoga, Vinyasa Flow Yoga, Iyengar Yoga and Kripalu Yoga, etc.

Hatha Yoga postures develop strength, flexibility and endurance of the physical body. The yoga postures exercise our muscles, nervous system, organs, and provide necessary range of motion for our skeletal system. Attention to deep breathing throughout the yoga practice strengthens the respiratory system, soothes the nervous system and mindfulness. Developing mindfulness is a powerful tool for dealing with the everyday stresses of existence.

The regular practice of yoga enables you to expand your limitations. As the body becomes more flexible, the mind becomes more flexible. As the body gains strength, the mind gains strength. As you learn to maintain a centered state of balance physically, you spontaneously feel more centered and balanced mentally and emotionally. Yoga is a science of balanced living, a path for living our full human potential. The practice of yoga postures (Hatha Yoga) is one component of this science.

There are many types and styles of Hatha Yoga classes ranging in pacing from slow to aerobic and ranging in physical intensity from gentle to very vigorous. It is good to try the many styles and studios in your community so you may find the studio and teacher that is just right for you.

The practice of yoga is worthy of your valuable time and attention.

We are fully available to you. Please contact us at 207.363.9642 (yoga)

Sincerely,
Jeff and Rae Lynn (Founders of YOGA ON YORK)