Yoga Class Descriptions

All Levels Hatha Raja Yoga

This class offers a welcoming and inclusive approach to asana (posture) practice for practitioners of varying practice experience and ability levels. Yoga philosophy including the 8 limbs of Raja Yoga are often incorporated

Yoga for Core Stability
This class focuses on inviting physical strength within the "window " of kindness/ahimsa. Postures focus on the four layers of abdominal muscles as well as strengthening the back body and balancing postures. Energy anatomy including the solar plexus chakra and the bhandas or energy locks are sometimes incorporated. All levels, moderate practice open to beginners.

Yin Yoga
This is a slower paced floor practice where postures are intentionally held for longer periods of time (1-5minutes) while inviting the muscles to release in order to gently "stress" the connective tissues of the body for increased hydration, circulation and energy flow. Mindfulness practices are incorporated in this slower more meditative practice. Open to All Levels Including beginners.

Restorative Yoga
This practice invites the relaxation response in the nervous system by fully supporting the body with props (blankets, cushions and pillows) in various yoga shapes while moving the spine in various directions (as useful for your spine). This is a supported and more receptive approach to practice. Open to All levels including beginners

Gentle Chair Yoga
This class focuses on accessabilty with the use of a chair for support. Participants are invited to explore movements to promote health and mobility including both strengthening and stretching the body as well as mindfulness techniques to assist with building mind-body connections and a positive relationship with the present moment. This gentle class is open to all ages and ability levels-no prior experience is neccesary.

Yoga Nidra

Yoga Nidra is a guided meditation that systematically guides and relaxes you at every level of your being, including the physical, energetic, mental, emotional, and spiritual layers (called the five koshas). Class often begins with a brief opening of gentle movements followed by a supported reclining posture (savasana)

*** Note*** All Livestream classes are offered on the zoom platform.

The zoom link will be sent at least 15 minutes prior to the start of class via the email address in your mindbody account.

***Online Registration for classes closes 30 minutes prior to class start time

All Levels Outdoor Yoga Classes
Practice yoga postures and mindfulness surrounded by nature. All levels classes offer a choice based approach with a focus on accessible options. Participants are encouraged to practice mindfulness and appreciation of the natural surroundings. Please bring your own mat and props.

Moderate Beach Yoga
Practicing Yoga on the beach offers many benefits including mindfulness of the ocean views, sounds and smells of the salty surroundings! Along with this comes the challenge of practicing on uneven earth (beach sand!). We practice on select lower tide dates!

This is a Moderate activity level class that includes multiple transitions from the ground to standing.

Moderate Yoga Hikes
Mindy is a Registered Maine Recreational guide and has been leading Yoga hikes in nearby preserves for approximately 10 years! The hikes often rage from 2-3 miles over uneven terrain including rocks and stumps with stops along the way for mindfulness moments and non-mat Yoga posture practice. Group size is limited and pre-registration is required.

Anchored Paddle Board Yoga (SUP) Yoga

Practice yoga postures, breathing and mindfulness on the water! These anchored classes are practiced close to shore and allow for a "challenge by choice" approach to movement and stillness on the paddleboard! Strong Swimmers only. NO Prior Experience necessary. Offered as private/semi private and small group sessions!

Notes about Outdoor Yoga Classes

Prior Registration is encouraged. "Walk in/Walk-up" registrations are welcome-check the online schedule before heading to class.

There will be no physical assists offered during the class.

Participants need to bring their own mat and props (large beach towels can be used) and are encouraged to come prepared for outdoor practice with sunglasses, bug spray and layers for warmth.

Please refrain from coming to class if you are sick,

***Online Registration for classes closes 30 minutes prior to class start time