Class Descriptions Yoga West Studio
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It is only by following your
deepest instinct that you
can lead a rich life, and if
you let your fear of
consequence prevent you
from following your
deepest instinct, then your
life will be safe, expedient
and thin.

- Author Katharine Butler
Hathaway
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Vinyasa/Intermediate — This energizing class
aligns, strengthens and balances body, mind  
& spirit.  Link breath and movement to a
continuous flow of postures.  Strength, stamina
and flexibility is developed for more
advanced inversions, back bends and arm
balances.  Feel enlivened and chilled out.  The
progression from Open Vinyasa.      
Yoga Basics - This is an engaging class set
to upbeat music which teaches the
fundamentals of Vinyasa including sun
salutations, standing poses, balancing,
back bends, core isolation and
strengthening. Special emphasis is placed
on moving into and out of postures safely,
correct alignment, using the breath and
learning to quiet the chatter of the mind to
find peace and inner stillness. Aimed
primarily at students comfortable with
Beginner and those with a casual practice.
This class is a great preparation for Open
Flow.
 
Beginner - Through gentle, relaxing
movements you will discover how to free
yourself of habits that are interfering with
your optimum self.  Experience improved
breathing, greater range of motion,
enhanced vitality. Many find relief from
chronic pain or limitations resulting from
injuries or illness. With repetition, as gentle
yoga improves how you move physically,
you will also see how it affects how you
move through life.  All levels.
Open Vinyasa - Teaches the fundamentals of
Vinyasa.  It is breath-synchronized movement
more vigorous than Basics.  It’s based on Sun
Salutations which warm up the body for more
intense stretching. Some yoga experience is
recommended but beginners in good physical
condition are welcome to join.
Corporate -- The benefits of yoga are
extraordinary, especially for individuals who
work long hours and have sedentary jobs. For
the employee, yoga energizes the mind and
body, and rejuvenates the whole being. The
corporation benefits by providing a wellness
incentive as well as enhancing the
employee/company relationship. Classes are
scheduled after work or during lunch hours.
Companies include Hyland Software, United
Way Services of Cleveland, Cuyahoga County
and City of Cleveland.