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Ashtanga Yoga: Ashtanga is a system of yoga transmitted to the modern world by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois (1915-2009). This method of yoga involves synchronizing the breath with a progressive series of postures— a process producing intense internal heat and a profuse, purifying sweat that detoxifies muscles and organs. The result is improved circulation, a light and strong body, and a calm mind.

Core and More New to yoga and Pilates? Join us and learn the fundamentals! Strengthen your core, increase your flexibility and improve your balance. This class is a wonderful mix of yoga standing and flowing poses,as well as seated, flexibility postures.

"Dontation" Vinyasa Yoga + Core A combination Vinyasa yoga plus core class designed to strengthen, lengthen and find balance in the muscles of the body while relaxing, releasing, and learning to let go. This class will benefit the Second Harvest Food Bank of the Inland Northwest and Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery. Open is all members and guests, family and friends. A suggested donation of 2 cans of food benefiting Second Harvest or a financial gift (cash or check only) in any amount that will benefit Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery.

Fundamentals of Pilates and Yoga New to Yoga and Pilates? Join us and learn the fundamentals! Strengthen your core, increase your flexibility and improve your balance. This class is a wonderful mix of yoga standing and flowing poses,as well as seated, flexibility postures. Learn proper spinal alignment while protecting and strenthening your entire core (Abs, back and buttocks) with the fundamentals of Pilates. All levels are welcome and accommodated. A great way to introduce yourself to Pilates and Yoga.

Gentle Yoga/Yin: This class will begin with a restorative yoga "flow" sequence, incorporating some Sun Salute variations, standing poses, and moderate balances. We will take our time transitioning between poses, and linger in the poses a bit longer than usual to offer a good stretch and greater understanding of alignment. The class will end with 20-30 minutes of traditional "Yin" poses. These are familiar seated poses held for 2-3 minutes time, offering an even greater release for tight hips, hamstrings, low backs, and shoulders. This is a perfect class for those who enjoy a little slower pace, those new to yoga, healing injuries, Seniors, or even athletes who just need a good counter-balance to their vigorous workouts. All levels are welcome, and will find great benefits!

Pilates: Join us for an hour of mat core strength and muscle lengthening Pilates! Enjoy the many benefits of a Pilates practice. Target gluts, abdominals and back muscles. Learn proper spinal alignment and get the most of your Pilates workout!

Pilates Fusion: Pilates Fusion will bring elements of yoga flow and stretching to a challenging class of Pilates core strengthening and lengthening exercises. Using a combination of mat and prop based Pilates/Yoga bodywork, you will leave feeling strong, toned, and energized. And of course, there will be relaxation pose at the end! Beginner to advanced practitioners welcome and accommodated.

Pilates with Props Are you interested in taking your Pilates mat work to the next level? Perhaps you are a regular yoga practitioner but new to the world of Pilates and are curious about the many core strength and muscle lengthening benefits of a Pilates practice? Then join us in this one hour Pilates mat class, using various props including The Pilates Portable Studio - a foam-padded exercise bar with attached foot straps and resistance bands The Magic Circle Resistance Bands Hand weights Fit balls Develop a strong, toned & flexible body incorporating Joseph Pilates' exercises into your workout routine. The Studio provides the 'props' for participants to use.

Power Yoga: This vigorous class will begin with sun salutations, warming the body for a dynamic multi-directional practice in the Vinyasa flow style. This level emphasizes correct alignment and endurance. This class is fun for students who are ready to explore some arm balances, backbends and inversions. You will go deeper into your practice by exploring core breath techniques and utilizing the bandhas. Expect to sweat! Some previous yoga experience is recommended.

Vinyasa Flow Yoga: Vinyasa Flow is a practice where yoga postures or asanas are connected through the breath. Classes build heat, endurance, flexibility and strength. The creative sequencing found in a vinyasa class is often built around sun salutations. Clients concentrate on the learning of traditional yoga postures, breathing, mindfulness and listening to the body.

Yoga Flow: Yoga Flow classes will focus on linking movement to breath. Expect a well-rounded hour including standing poses, flowing sequences, balancing postures, and seated poses. Focus will be on breathing, increasing range-of-motion, flexibility, strength, and balance all while reducing stress and tension. All levels welcome and accommodated

Yoga Sweat: Yoga Sweat classes are a cold-weather warm-you-up twist on Yoga Flow: The room will be heated to a temperature between 80-85 degrees. Clients are encouraged to bring a hand towel and bottle of water. Enjoy the warmth during the winter months and be prepared to sweat!

Yoga Fusion: This is for all you yogi's who know you need core work, but hate to do Pilates! We are infusing our vinyasa flow yoga with strong core exercises in order to develop a strong, toned foundation from which to deepen your entire yoga practice.

ZUMBA®: Zumba® is a one hour fitness class based on the principle of interval training - alternating high intensity and lower intensity exercise which works for both beginners and advanced exercisers. In Zumba®, changes in intensity are driven by the different rhythms of the music and the steps - without the negative effects of high impact aerobics. We start with a warm up, then move through 8-10 routines which vary in intensity and style - merengue, salsa, reggaeton, cumbia, quebradita, calypso, even a little belly dancing and hip hop! Zumba® blends traditional dance steps with basic fitness moves so everyone can participate - it's very easy to follow. We finish with standing abdominal work and then a cool down and stretch to bring the heart rate down and relax the muscles.