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Our Approach Daytime Yoga offers yoga classes from the Satyananda tradition. This approach is often known as Hatha Yoga, and is generally a more gentle form of yoga. Classes are held in an air-conditioned studio furnished with new, low allergy carpet. Mats are also provided. When you enrol in a Daytime Yoga class you will be asked about your past yoga experience, and whether you have any medical conditions that need to be considered during practice. No previous experience in yoga is required as all practices are explained fully and students practice at their own level. The flexibility exists within the class to modify the program to suit your body's needs. New students are invited to join our smaller beginners class. Small classes provide extra assistance for students new to yoga and needing a gentle class, or those working with particular medical conditions. A typical 90 minute general or beginner class would have the following elements: Stretching and Toning The warm up focuses on back and neck care practices, particularly helpful in relieving back, shoulder and neck tightness. These are good to learn if you spend time sitting every day, for example at a computer or driving. Practice sheets are available at class. Flexibility and Balance A variety of practices are used to improve joint flexibility and balance. Strengthening Toning and strengthening occurs through a variety of sequenced movements and holding practices for differing lengths of time. Students are encouraged to practice at their own level without straining. If particular injuries or weaknesses need to be worked around assistance is given to modify practices. Breath and Body Awareness Breath and body awareness are emphasized throughout the class and focused on in deeper relaxation during the last 20 minutes of the class. Deeper Relaxation and Meditation Practices During deeper relaxation a variety of breathing and body relaxation techniques are developed. In Beginner classes students usually lie down for relaxation while in general classes different forms of lying and sitting meditations may be practiced. Students leave the class feeling less stressed and re-energized.
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