CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Sadhana West is dedicated to advancing and enriching the practice of each of our students. Yoga is not a "one size fits all" practice. Kitty makes sure she has the opportunity to get to know each student personally and help them find the practice level, modifications and adjustments necessary for their practice to truly flourish. So whether you're a brand new beginner (or returning to your practice after a long time off), and need some modifications and props to be comfortable, or an Intermediate student looking to deepen your physical or mental practice, we will guide and support you in your efforts.

If you are nervous about attending a class and would like to begin with a private lesson, Kitty is available to work with you in private. Please contact us for information

Level 1

This level is perfect for most beginners, Advanced Beginners and those Intermediates who wish to review proper alignment and form in standing poses and some seated and supine poses. The principles of Sun Salutations will be covered but with little or no Vinyasa between Asana. Beginner inversions and preparation poses will be taught, as well as their contraindications and modifications. Beginner Pranayama (breathing techniques) and meditations will also be taught.

Level 2

This level is great for Advanced Beginners and Intermediates looking to stretch their practice. A wide range of standing, seated and supine poses, as well as Intermediate Inversions such as shoulderstand, headstand or handstand, may be taught in class. Meditation and pranayama will also be included in class.

All Levels

The name says it all. Everyone is welcome and all levels of practitioners will find food for their practice. Modifications will be given for the newer practitioners and more difficult variations will be offered for those who wish to stretch their practice. Fun for everyone.

Candlelit Gentle Yoga

Treat yourself to a gentle yoga class by candlelight. You'll move through a slow sequence of gentle yoga poses designed to unravel your knotted muscles and calm your frazzled nerves! Nurturing, healing, yummy!

No experience necessary. Beginners and drop-in's welcome!

Yoga Foundations

New to yoga? Looking for a welcoming and empowering place to take that first step onto the mat?
Yoga Foundations will break-down and demystify postures so that you can confidently bring a regular yoga practice into you life. This slower-paced class pays strong attention to alignment, theory, and anatomy, giving you the tools to find your personal yoga practice no matter your level of experience, flexibility, strength or age. Yoga Foundations is also great for seasoned yogis looking to refresh their knowledge of yoga mechanics, refine their alignment, or just take it down a notch.

SIX WEEK COURSES:

Beginner 1

This course is designed for brand new beginners but contains a great deal of information that will interest all practitioners. These first few weeks are all about letting go. Releasing tension in the back and hips, lengthening the hamstrings, opening up dormant areas of the body and building internal awareness and connection. The physical practice will focus on proper alignment and form in standing poses with a few seated and supine poses. Breathing techniques will be used to expand the lung capacity, balance the breath, and connect breath to movement. Each week will have a theme related to the Yamas, the first limb of the 8 Limb Path of Yoga.

Beginner 2

This course builds on the foundation of Beginner 1. Sun salutations and beginner inversions and preparations will be added to the practice. We will build core strength and awareness and expand our repertoire of asana, pranayama and meditations. Great for all beginners or anyone who would like to take some time building the foundation of their practice. Each week will have a theme related to the Niyamas, the 2nd limb of the 8 Limb Path of Yoga.