Open Heart Yoga SC 

 

CHECK YOUR LEVEL AND WORK AT THE LEVEL THAT HONORS YOUR ABILITY.

 LEVEL RATING OF CLASSES

Beginner

More instruction is given on how to get into the pose along with refining cues. Beginner's level brings the yoga student into awareness of their own body and how the postures feel. Introduction to basic foundational poses which include forward folds, back bends, twists & lateral stretches. Inversions are introduced.

Intentional Breathing is taught and practiced throughout the class. 

 

Level 1-2

A mixed level class introducing beginners to some new postures. In addition, refinements and variations of the classic postures. Strengthening poses are practiced to prepare the body for inversions and arm balances. Some students will practice inversions, arm balances and full backbends.

 

Level 2-3

For students with a strong and consistent yoga practice of at least 1 year. There will be less detailed instruction of the basic postures and class will move along more swiftly. Students should be capable and comfortable in practicing inversions alone or near the wall, and also pushing into urdhva dhanurasana (upward facing-dog) with straight arms.