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We offer Group (including Beginners), Private (including therapeutic),
and Kids Yoga classes. Serenity Yoga Studio is a small
studio which provides a wonderful environment for beginners to learn and
the more advanced student to explore new postures and flows. Small
classes allow detailed interactive instruction and individualized
attention for all. It is our intention to teach each student what
they need to know to modify postures to suit their bodies.
"I really try to work with the way a student's
body is on any given day. So there is no push to do something just
because someone else can do it or he/she was able to do it last class.
We work at adapting the poses to fit your body, rather than making your
body fit the pose. We pay a lot of attention to breathing and moving
with the breath."
Toni, Director Serenity Yoga & Wellness Center
Everything is provided for a complete and supported Yoga practice and
relaxation. If you tend to perspire a lot,
we recommend that you bring a large towel to cover the cloth relaxation
mats to respect the students that follow you in other classes.
For enrollment information, see
Policies;
for cost and discount information, see
Pricing; for class schedule, click on
the Yoga Class Schedule button near the top
right of this page.
GROUP
YOGA CLASSES
BEGINNER'S CLASSES
PRIVATE AND THERAPEUTIC YOGA SESSIONS
KIDS YOGA CLASSES
GROUP YOGA CLASSES
Our Group classes are limited to 11 students. The more advanced
classes may have a limit of 10 students. The following describes the
level of classes we offer - you will see these designations on the Yoga
Class Schedule. Classes that are identified as "Gentle/Mod",
"Gentle", or "Gentle & Restorative" on the schedule are suitable for
all levels of students, from beginners
with no Yoga experience to more advanced students.
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GENTLE
- For beginners or those with experience who want to take it slow and
easy
- Easy warm-ups, gentle stretching, and basic postures.
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MODERATE
- For students who have practiced yoga postures
and breathing for 6 months or more.
- The intention of this class is to enter into
an internal, meditative practice of yoga.
- Participants are expected to:
- be experienced with practicing Yoga
- know how to make choices to take care of
themselves
- make modifications as needed to release
strain and adjust for safety.
- Postures may be held sometimes to allow
concentration to deepen. Our intention is that each student is
empowered to honor the wisdom of her/his own body and come into and
out of postures as needed.
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ADVANCED
- For practitioners with at least one year of
regular practice at the moderate level.
- Knowledge of postures, breathing techniques, safe alignments and
what works for your body is very important.
- Includes complex and challenging postures.
- Requires strength, stamina and endurance.
- VINIYOGA
- Classes structured
for
flexibility, strength and relaxation.
- Special attention
is given to adapting postures, including short sequences, which may be
practiced at home.
- Some simple
chants, breathing and meditation practice may be included as well.
- Both beginners and
experienced students are welcome.
- CANDLELIGHT YOGA
- Enhance your flexibility, balance, and improve state of mind with a
blissful 75 minutes of Kripalu Yoga by candlelight (we use
battery-operated unscented candles)
- A relaxing and contemplative practice with deep stretches and
restorative postures
- Suitable for students just getting started and for more experienced
practitioners who want to explore the ease of posture expression
- VINYASA
- For practitioners with at least 6 months of
regular practice at the moderate level.
- Knowledge of postures, breathing techniques, safe alignments and
what works for your body is very important.
- Vinyasa is a Posture Flow class, with
continuous movement from one posture to the next.
- Ability to maintain breath control through the
flows is very important.
- Requires strength, stamina and endurance.
- YOGA FOR PROFESSIONAL HEALTH
CAREGIVERRS
- A
class specially
designed to offer professional caregivers the opportunity to refresh,
replenish and restore body, mind and spirit. This class is not
open to the general public - approval is needed before enrolling.
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This is a gentle yoga class is suitable
for beginners as well as those who wish more detailed instruction or
assistance with alignments.
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You will breathe, stretch, strengthen,
tone,
and RELAX. And you'll get a great night's sleep.
For enrollment information, see
Policies;
for cost and discount information, see
Pricing; for class schedule, click on
the Yoga Class Schedule button near the top
right of this page.
Contact Toni
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BEGINNER'S CLASSES
- These are great classes for people new to Yoga and for the
experienced practitioner who wishes to review postures with a beginner's
mind.
- In each class, one or two postures will be selected for very
detailed instruction and demonstration. Questions and discussion are
encouraged. The remainder of the class will guide and instruct
postures and breathing techniques at a pace suitable for beginners.
- Emphasis is on the details of alignment in each posture,
breathing, and modifications to suit each individual.
- Each student
learns how to interpret the signals from their bodies related to safety
vs challenge. Each student is empowered to take care of themselves
rather than try to reach a goal.
- The environment is one of
non-competitiveness with compassion and appreciation for the abilities
of your body.
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Remember - the only requirement to be able to do a Yoga practice is to be
able to breathe!
For enrollment information, see
Policies;
for cost and discount information, see
Pricing; for class schedule, click on
the Yoga Class Schedule button near the top
right of this page.
Contact Toni
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PRIVATE AND
THERAPEUTIC YOGA SESSIONS
- Private Yoga sessions are available for those who wish to learn in a
one-on-one environment, to review posture details, to supplement group
classes, to learn modifications for specific needs (for example, chronic
shoulder pain; tight hips).
- Therapeutic Yoga sessions are prepared to
address specific medical conditions (for example, Sciatica, Scoliosis,
Fibromyalgia, Multiple Sclerosis, COPD). These conditions require
that a practice be designed that is tailored to individual needs.
We are not medically trained, but we have studied and attended workshops
on how to adapt traditional Yoga postures to a wide variety of
conditions.
- It may be necessary to coordinate with your doctor/physical
therapist/chiropractor to ensure that your Yoga sessions complement your
treatment plan. In some cases, written or oral permission from
your medical team may be requested.
- If you have a problem or condition that needs to be seen by a
doctor, we will not start a therapeutic Yoga practice with you until you
have seen the doctor and have an 'OK' to proceed with Yoga.
- Discounts are available if you are enrolled in group classes, if
you prepay for 4 or more private sessions, or if you are a Senior (65+). (see
Pricing).
Contact Toni
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KIDS YOGA CLASSES
- An introduction to Yoga for kids ages 6-12 in a fun, safe
and nurturing environment. Your child will develop strength and
flexibility, increase focus and concentration, and build confidence
and well-being.
- In class, we practice basic Yoga poses, animal poses, breathing
exercises, Yoga games and songs. Children are able to explore
deeper inner peace and joy through guided meditation and relaxation.
For enrollment information, see
Policies;
for cost and discount information, see
Pricing; for class schedule, click on
the Yoga Class Schedule button near the top
right of this page.
Email Toni
or call 781-275-4092, ext 0
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