Back Bay Yoga Studio

Originator of all Vinyasa styles, the Ashtanga yoga system focuses on coordination of movement with the breath using counted vinyasa, to move through a set series of postures. Students are encouraged to learn the sequence to enable a regular self practice, and a deeper level of self awareness. Level 2/3 will continue to explore the poses of the Primary series. Students should already have a basic understanding of the opening sequence of "sun A & B's" and the standing series. Full backbends, shoulder-stand and headstand will be included in the finishing series.

FUN yoga accompanied by a rockin' hip hop playlist - class will be Vinyasa with a long slow stretch at the end. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness. All levels welcome!

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

This class integrates the strength, stability and alignment of core work (abdominals, lower back and shoulders) with the fluid power of vinyasa flow. To bring you deeper, each class will be fused with music - including world, eastern and more. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness.

The Forrest Yoga method gets you connecting to your core - getting strong and centered. We use heat, deep breathing and vigorous sequences to sweat out toxins while the long holds in the pose progressions help you flush, oxygenate and rejuvenate every cell. The classes are a series of carefully constructed asanas and vinyasa designed to strip numbness from your core, help you breath and move in ways that release emotional shielding, and prevent and heal injury.

Core Vinyasa incorporates pranayama, deep core work and spinal awareness into a vinyasa class. The theme of this class is treating the core as the center of the body, encouraging students to move from that center and connect more fully. Intentional abdominal work is included but not constant. Interpretations of this class largely depend on the teacher.

FUN yoga accompanied by a rockin' hip hop playlist - class will be Vinyasa with a long slow stretch at the end. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness. All levels welcome!

Core Vinyasa incorporates pranayama, deep core work and spinal awareness into a vinyasa class. The theme of this class is treating the core as the center of the body, encouraging students to move from that center and connect more fully. Intentional abdominal work is included but not constant. Interpretations of this class largely depend on the teacher.

FUN yoga accompanied by a rockin' hip hop playlist - class will be Vinyasa with a long slow stretch at the end. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness. All levels welcome!

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

This class will combine elements of vinyasa, yin and restorative joined with music to create an invigorating, relaxing and deeply restoring experience. The first hour of this class will be focused on warming and flowing sequences linked with breath, moving into a vigorous vinyasa which will heat and prepare the body for the deep stretching to follow. The final portion of class will be purely restorative and supportive, prepping the body for a blissful savasana. This class will provide the opportunity for students to bring balance to their bodies and practice through three very different but complementary styles. please arrive early as participants are not allowed to enter the room once class has started - specific to this class due to the props and quiet nature of the class.

Mysore Style is the name given to the manner in which Sri K. Pattabhi Jois teaches Ashtanga at his shala (school) in Mysore, India. This is a type of group class which consists of one-on-one instruction and individual practice carefully monitored and assisted by the instructor or teacher. New students will begin with about a half hour practice and build up at their own pace up to the full primary series and beyond. All Students new to Mysore Style should come any morning Monday through Friday and observe the practice and meet the teacher before practicing. Out of town students with an existing Mysore Style Ashtanga practice are warmly welcomed to drop in anytime. This class is appropriate for all level students from absolute beginners to experienced Ashtanga students. Doors open at 6; teacher starts at 6:30 - Monday thru Friday. Existing Students may arrive anytime between 6 and 7:15 AM and new students should arrive anytime between 6:30 and 7:30 AM

Core Vinyasa incorporates pranayama, deep core work and spinal awareness into a vinyasa class. The theme of this class is treating the core as the center of the body, encouraging students to move from that center and connect more fully. Intentional abdominal work is included but not constant. Interpretations of this class largely depend on the teacher.

The Forrest Yoga method gets you connecting to your core - getting strong and centered. We use heat, deep breathing and vigorous sequences to sweat out toxins while the long holds in the pose progressions help you flush, oxygenate and rejuvenate every cell. The classes are a series of carefully constructed asanas and vinyasa designed to strip numbness from your core, help you breath and move in ways that release emotional shielding, and prevent and heal injury.

FUN yoga accompanied by a rockin' hip hop playlist - class will be Vinyasa with a long slow stretch at the end. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness. All levels welcome!

Designed for students who have a consistent practice, this class will differ in composition depending on the teacher, but familiarity with inversions, arm balances, backbends and pranayama is required. The Intermediate/Advanced environment provides an opportunity for experienced students to deepen their practice, learn advanced alignment and technique and be in a smaller group setting. In addition, because an advanced practice entails more than just challenging poses, time will be spent on refining your practice through attention to subtlety of both the body and mind. Because of the level of this class, please come prepared to modify to suit your needs.

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

Core Vinyasa incorporates pranayama, deep core work and spinal awareness into a vinyasa class. The theme of this class is treating the core as the center of the body, encouraging students to move from that center and connect more fully. Intentional abdominal work is included but not constant. Interpretations of this class largely depend on the teacher.

Open to All Levels. Mysore Classes use the method which Sri K. Pattabhi Jois teaches at the Ashtanga Yoga Research institute in Mysore, India. These classes are an opportunity for students to work individually and learn the practice in its traditional format, with personal guidance and adjustments from the teachers. New students will start with a short practice built upon Surya-namaskar A & B and move into the Primary Series of Ashtanga pose-by-pose. All Students new to Mysore Style are should come to observe the practice the first day. Out of town students with an existing Mysore Style Ashtanga practice are warmly welcomed to drop in anytime.This class is appropriate for all level students from absolute beginners to experienced Ashtanga students. Class room opens at 6am, the teacher starts assisting at 6:30 Monday through Thursday. Sunday begins at 8am. Existing Students may arrive anytime as long as they are finished at 8:30 am Mon - Thurs or 10 am on Sundays.

BBY Teacher Training is a chance for aspiring teachers and inquisitive students to experience the wide variety of styles and disciplines taught at Back Bay Yoga Studio.This 200hr curriculum will both deepen your practice and prepare you to teach with confidence and compassion. Supported by the BBY Teaching Community, students can expect a thorough exploration a number of teaching modalities including, Vinyasa, Core Vinyasa, Forrest, Ashtanga, Yin, Restorative and MANY more. Schedule Week Intensive Monday, May 28th to Sunday , June 3rd, 8am to 5:30pm Fridays 6-9pm, Saturdays and Sundays 8am-5:30pm June 15th-June 17th June 29th-July 1st

Core Vinyasa incorporates pranayama, deep core work and spinal awareness into a vinyasa class. The theme of this class is treating the core as the center of the body, encouraging students to move from that center and connect more fully. Intentional abdominal work is included but not constant. Interpretations of this class largely depend on the teacher.

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

This class integrates the strength, stability and alignment of core work (abdominals, lower back and shoulders) with the fluid power of vinyasa flow. To bring you deeper, each class will be fused with music - including world, eastern and more. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness.

Originator of all Vinyasa styles, the Ashtanga yoga system focuses on coordination of movement with the breath using counted vinyasa, to move through a set series of postures. This practice builds strength, flexibility and endurance and is appropriate for people of all ages, shapes and skill. Ashtanga Level 1/2 explores the first half of the Primary Series. Ashtanga Primary Series (also known as the First Series or Yoga Chikitsa), literally means yoga therapy. This is a program which, when performed regularly heals all sickness and purifies your body in preparation for deeper Yogic practice – both physical as well as meditative. The simple postures are appropriate to students who are brand new to yoga and ashtanga as well as seasoned practioners who want to slow down and explore the foundation of the practice. Students focus on the breath by moving through sun saluations and the standing postures which build strength and stamina. Seated postures through navasa

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

This class focuses on proper alignment, transitioning and breathing for a safe and sustainable vinyasa practice. Yoga postures will be explored slowly and mindfully with attention to detail and foundation. Vinyasa Basics is great way for beginners to learn the fundamentals of a vinyasa practice as well as experienced practitioners to revisit the basics and realign. The use of props as well as injury modifications will also be addressed in this class. Appropriate for those who desire a slower but still challenging practice with space to learn and ask questions.

“Alignment of the body in poses is compassion in action” - Judith LasaterThis class explores the alignment and technique of asana practice in a challenging yet slower paced setting. Each week students will work with a particular group of poses, anatomical actions, or therapeutic theme. The class will begin with a breath-centered warm-up followed by a detailed exploration of alignment appropriate for all levels. Standing poses, inversions, arm balances, backbends, restorative postures and much more will be taught with the aid of props, including our state of the art rope wall, in order to experience healthy alignment with greater ease.

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

Yin Yoga is a complementary yoga practice to the more dynamic and invigorating yoga styles that are predominant today. In Yin Yoga, all the postures are done on the floor (no standing poses) and are held passively for several minutes in order to access a safe and positive 'stress' on the deep layers of connective tissue in the body.Physically, Yin Yoga restores and maintains the natural mobility of the joints, primarily between the navel and the knees. Energetically, Yin Yoga opens the body's meridian system, which enhances the body's energetic flow and supports emotional equilibrium.And as this practice emphasizes stillness and silence, Yin Yoga prepares both the body and the mind for deeper experiences in meditation.

Open to All Levels. Mysore Classes use the method which Sri K. Pattabhi Jois teaches at the Ashtanga Yoga Research institute in Mysore, India. These classes are an opportunity for students to work individually and learn the practice in its traditional format, with personal guidance and adjustments from the teachers. New students will start with a short practice built upon Surya-namaskar A & B and move into the Primary Series of Ashtanga pose-by-pose. All Students new to Mysore Style are should come to observe the practice the first day. Out of town students with an existing Mysore Style Ashtanga practice are warmly welcomed to drop in anytime.This class is appropriate for all level students from absolute beginners to experienced Ashtanga students. Class room opens at 6am, the teacher starts assisting at 6:30 Monday through Thursday. Sunday begins at 8am. Existing Students may arrive anytime as long as they are finished at 8:30 am Mon - Thurs or 10 am on Sundays.

The Forrest Yoga method gets you connecting to your core - getting strong and centered. We use heat, deep breathing and vigorous sequences to sweat out toxins while the long holds in the pose progressions help you flush, oxygenate and rejuvenate every cell. The classes are a series of carefully constructed asanas and vinyasa designed to strip numbness from your core, help you breath and move in ways that release emotional shielding, and prevent and heal injury. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness.

Open your body with some slow, juicy stretches and then transition into a warm and sweaty Vinyasa Flow.

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

Core Vinyasa incorporates pranayama, deep core work and spinal awareness into a vinyasa class. The theme of this class is treating the core as the center of the body, encouraging students to move from that center and connect more fully. Intentional abdominal work is included but not constant. Interpretations of this class largely depend on the teacher.

The Forrest Yoga method gets you connecting to your core - getting strong and centered. We use heat, deep breathing and vigorous sequences to sweat out toxins while the long holds in the pose progressions help you flush, oxygenate and rejuvenate every cell. The classes are a series of carefully constructed asanas and vinyasa designed to strip numbness from your core, help you breath and move in ways that release emotional shielding, and prevent and heal injury.

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

Open to All Levels. Mysore Classes use the method which Sri K. Pattabhi Jois teaches at the Ashtanga Yoga Research institute in Mysore, India. These classes are an opportunity for students to work individually and learn the practice in its traditional format, with personal guidance and adjustments from the teachers. New students will start with a short practice built upon Surya-namaskar A & B and move into the Primary Series of Ashtanga pose-by-pose. All Students new to Mysore Style are should come to observe the practice the first day. Out of town students with an existing Mysore Style Ashtanga practice are warmly welcomed to drop in anytime.This class is appropriate for all level students from absolute beginners to experienced Ashtanga students. Class room opens at 6am, the teacher starts assisting at 6:30 Monday through Thursday. Sunday begins at 8am. Existing Students may arrive anytime as long as they are finished at 8:30 am Mon - Thurs or 10 am on Sundays.

Core Vinyasa incorporates pranayama, deep core work and spinal awareness into a vinyasa class. The theme of this class is treating the core as the center of the body, encouraging students to move from that center and connect more fully. Intentional abdominal work is included but not constant. Interpretations of this class largely depend on the teacher.

FUN yoga accompanied by a rockin' hip hop playlist - class will be Vinyasa with a long slow stretch at the end. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness. All levels welcome!

This class integrates the strength, stability and alignment of core work (abdominals, lower back and shoulders) with the fluid power of vinyasa flow. To bring you deeper, each class will be fused with music - including world, eastern and more. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness.

Core Vinyasa incorporates pranayama, deep core work and spinal awareness into a vinyasa class. The theme of this class is treating the core as the center of the body, encouraging students to move from that center and connect more fully. Intentional abdominal work is included but not constant. Interpretations of this class largely depend on the teacher.

The Forrest Yoga method gets you connecting to your core - getting strong and centered. We use heat, deep breathing and vigorous sequences to sweat out toxins while the long holds in the pose progressions help you flush, oxygenate and rejuvenate every cell. The classes are a series of carefully constructed asanas and vinyasa designed to strip numbness from your core, help you breath and move in ways that release emotional shielding, and prevent and heal injury.

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

“Alignment of the body in poses is compassion in action” - Judith LasaterThis class explores the alignment and technique of asana practice in a challenging yet slower paced setting. Each week students will work with a particular group of poses, anatomical actions, or therapeutic theme. The class will begin with a breath-centered warm-up followed by a detailed exploration of alignment appropriate for all levels. Standing poses, inversions, arm balances, backbends, restorative postures and much more will be taught with the aid of props, including our state of the art rope wall, in order to experience healthy alignment with greater ease.

Designed for students who have a consistent practice, this class will differ in composition depending on the teacher, but familiarity with inversions, arm balances, backbends and pranayama is required. The Intermediate/Advanced environment provides an opportunity for experienced students to deepen their practice, learn advanced alignment and technique and be in a smaller group setting. In addition, because an advanced practice entails more than just challenging poses, time will be spent on refining your practice through attention to subtlety of both the body and mind. Because of the level of this class, please come prepared to modify to suit your needs.

This class focuses on proper alignment, transitioning and breathing for a safe and sustainable vinyasa practice. Yoga postures will be explored slowly and mindfully with attention to detail and foundation. Vinyasa Basics is great way for beginners to learn the fundamentals of a vinyasa practice as well as experienced practitioners to revisit the basics and realign. The use of props as well as injury modifications will also be addressed in this class. Appropriate for those who desire a slower but still challenging practice with space to learn and ask questions.

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

Open to All Levels. Mysore Classes use the method which Sri K. Pattabhi Jois teaches at the Ashtanga Yoga Research institute in Mysore, India. These classes are an opportunity for students to work individually and learn the practice in its traditional format, with personal guidance and adjustments from the teachers. New students will start with a short practice built upon Surya-namaskar A & B and move into the Primary Series of Ashtanga pose-by-pose. All Students new to Mysore Style are should come to observe the practice the first day. Out of town students with an existing Mysore Style Ashtanga practice are warmly welcomed to drop in anytime.This class is appropriate for all level students from absolute beginners to experienced Ashtanga students. Class room opens at 6am, the teacher starts assisting at 6:30 Monday through Thursday. Sunday begins at 8am. Existing Students may arrive anytime as long as they are finished at 8:30 am Mon - Thurs or 10 am on Sundays.

The Forrest Yoga method gets you connecting to your core - getting strong and centered. We use heat, deep breathing and vigorous sequences to sweat out toxins while the long holds in the pose progressions help you flush, oxygenate and rejuvenate every cell. The classes are a series of carefully constructed asanas and vinyasa designed to strip numbness from your core, help you breath and move in ways that release emotional shielding, and prevent and heal injury. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness.

Open your body with some slow, juicy stretches and then transition into a warm and sweaty Vinyasa Flow.

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

Core Vinyasa incorporates pranayama, deep core work and spinal awareness into a vinyasa class. The theme of this class is treating the core as the center of the body, encouraging students to move from that center and connect more fully. Intentional abdominal work is included but not constant. Interpretations of this class largely depend on the teacher.

The Forrest Yoga method gets you connecting to your core - getting strong and centered. We use heat, deep breathing and vigorous sequences to sweat out toxins while the long holds in the pose progressions help you flush, oxygenate and rejuvenate every cell. The classes are a series of carefully constructed asanas and vinyasa designed to strip numbness from your core, help you breath and move in ways that release emotional shielding, and prevent and heal injury.

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

The Vesica Practice is an evolutionary thread of postures supported by technique-oriented instruction. A typical class begins with Surya Namaskar variations. What follows is an innovative sequence of postures that includes foot standing, hand standing, and seated asanas. The pace of the class ranges from fluid and dynamic, to still, measured, and organic. The Vesica Practice combines techniques from multiple Vinyasa styles and movement modalities with Kundalini and Nevine Michaan yoga. Students learn to be skillful and efficient in movement, and well adjusted in postures. The Vesica Practice employs archetypal alignment principles that reveal the proportion, balance, integration, pattern, and structure inherent within each posture. The goal of the Vesica Practice is to offer a sustainable method of yoga that turns students into teachers, by developing their ability to self adjust, uplift, groun

This class will combine elements of vinyasa, yin and restorative joined with music to create an invigorating, relaxing and deeply restoring experience. The first hour of this class will be focused on warming and flowing sequences linked with breath, moving into a vigorous vinyasa which will heat and prepare the body for the deep stretching to follow. The final portion of class will be purely restorative and supportive, prepping the body for a blissful savasana. This class will provide the opportunity for students to bring balance to their bodies and practice through three very different but complementary styles. please arrive early as participants are not allowed to enter the room once class has started - specific to this class due to the props and quiet nature of the class.

FUN yoga accompanied by a rockin' hip hop playlist - class will be Vinyasa with a long slow stretch at the end. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness. All levels welcome!

Originator of all Vinyasa styles, the Ashtanga yoga system focuses on coordination of movement with the breath using counted vinyasa, to move through a set series of postures. Students are encouraged to learn the sequence to enable a regular self practice, and a deeper level of self awareness. Level 2/3 will continue to explore the poses of the Primary series. Students should already have a basic understanding of the opening sequence of "sun A & B's" and the standing series. Full backbends, shoulder-stand and headstand will be included in the finishing series.

FUN yoga accompanied by a rockin' hip hop playlist - class will be Vinyasa with a long slow stretch at the end. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness. All levels welcome!

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

This class integrates the strength, stability and alignment of core work (abdominals, lower back and shoulders) with the fluid power of vinyasa flow. To bring you deeper, each class will be fused with music - including world, eastern and more. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness.

The Forrest Yoga method gets you connecting to your core - getting strong and centered. We use heat, deep breathing and vigorous sequences to sweat out toxins while the long holds in the pose progressions help you flush, oxygenate and rejuvenate every cell. The classes are a series of carefully constructed asanas and vinyasa designed to strip numbness from your core, help you breath and move in ways that release emotional shielding, and prevent and heal injury.

Core Vinyasa incorporates pranayama, deep core work and spinal awareness into a vinyasa class. The theme of this class is treating the core as the center of the body, encouraging students to move from that center and connect more fully. Intentional abdominal work is included but not constant. Interpretations of this class largely depend on the teacher.

Yin Yoga is a complementary yoga practice to the more dynamic and invigorating yoga styles that are predominant today. In Yin Yoga, all the postures are done on the floor (no standing poses) and are held passively for several minutes in order to access a safe and positive 'stress' on the deep layers of connective tissue in the body.Physically, Yin Yoga restores and maintains the natural mobility of the joints, primarily between the navel and the knees. Energetically, Yin Yoga opens the body's meridian system, which enhances the body's energetic flow and supports emotional equilibrium.And as this practice emphasizes stillness and silence, Yin Yoga prepares both the body and the mind for deeper experiences in meditation.

This class will combine elements of vinyasa, yin and restorative joined with music to create an invigorating, relaxing and deeply restoring experience. The first hour of this class will be focused on warming and flowing sequences linked with breath, moving into a vigorous vinyasa which will heat and prepare the body for the deep stretching to follow. The final portion of class will be purely restorative and supportive, prepping the body for a blissful savasana. This class will provide the opportunity for students to bring balance to their bodies and practice through three very different but complementary styles. please arrive early as participants are not allowed to enter the room once class has started - specific to this class due to the props and quiet nature of the class.

Join Lynne for a hot, sweaty and FUN Hip Hop Yoga class set to the awesome tunes of MADGE and MJ.Wear a GLOVE, Strike a POSE and let's MOVE!all levels welcome -bring a towel and water!

Core Vinyasa incorporates pranayama, deep core work and spinal awareness into a vinyasa class. The theme of this class is treating the core as the center of the body, encouraging students to move from that center and connect more fully. Intentional abdominal work is included but not constant. Interpretations of this class largely depend on the teacher.

FUN yoga accompanied by a rockin' hip hop playlist - class will be Vinyasa with a long slow stretch at the end. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness. All levels welcome!

Never got to climb the ropes in gym class? Well, now’s your chance! Join Sarah Sturges for this two hour workshop of learning how to go upside down using BBY’s newly installed rope wall. We’ll use this valuable tool to build techniques to better structure your alignment while inverted whether you are on your head, hands or forearms. Once away from the wall you will experience a greater sense of kinesthetic awareness and center of gravity in order to greet your inversions with ease and confidence. Finally, we will explore the therapeutic aspects of suspending upside down weightlessly at the wall. All levels encouraged!$30Workshop purchases are non-refundable, but may be transferred to another individual for the same event only OR a studio credit LESS a $25 administrative fee may be issued if you notify us in writing (help@backbayyoga.com)at least 72 hours befo

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

This class will combine elements of vinyasa, yin and restorative joined with music to create an invigorating, relaxing and deeply restoring experience. The first hour of this class will be focused on warming and flowing sequences linked with breath, moving into a vigorous vinyasa which will heat and prepare the body for the deep stretching to follow. The final portion of class will be purely restorative and supportive, prepping the body for a blissful savasana. This class will provide the opportunity for students to bring balance to their bodies and practice through three very different but complementary styles. please arrive early as participants are not allowed to enter the room once class has started - specific to this class due to the props and quiet nature of the class.

Originator of all Vinyasa styles, the Ashtanga yoga system focuses on coordination of movement with the breath using counted vinyasa, to move through a set series of postures. This practice builds strength, flexibility and endurance and is appropriate for people of all ages, shapes and skill. Ashtanga Level 1/2 explores the first half of the Primary Series. Ashtanga Primary Series (also known as the First Series or Yoga Chikitsa), literally means yoga therapy. This is a program which, when performed regularly heals all sickness and purifies your body in preparation for deeper Yogic practice – both physical as well as meditative. The simple postures are appropriate to students who are brand new to yoga and ashtanga as well as seasoned practioners who want to slow down and explore the foundation of the practice. Students focus on the breath by moving through sun saluations and the standing postures which build strength and stamina. Seated postures through navasa

Core Vinyasa incorporates pranayama, deep core work and spinal awareness into a vinyasa class. The theme of this class is treating the core as the center of the body, encouraging students to move from that center and connect more fully. Intentional abdominal work is included but not constant. Interpretations of this class largely depend on the teacher.

The Forrest Yoga method gets you connecting to your core - getting strong and centered. We use heat, deep breathing and vigorous sequences to sweat out toxins while the long holds in the pose progressions help you flush, oxygenate and rejuvenate every cell. The classes are a series of carefully constructed asanas and vinyasa designed to strip numbness from your core, help you breath and move in ways that release emotional shielding, and prevent and heal injury.

FUN yoga accompanied by a rockin' hip hop playlist - class will be Vinyasa with a long slow stretch at the end. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness. All levels welcome!

Designed for students who have a consistent practice, this class will differ in composition depending on the teacher, but familiarity with inversions, arm balances, backbends and pranayama is required. The Intermediate/Advanced environment provides an opportunity for experienced students to deepen their practice, learn advanced alignment and technique and be in a smaller group setting. In addition, because an advanced practice entails more than just challenging poses, time will be spent on refining your practice through attention to subtlety of both the body and mind. Because of the level of this class, please come prepared to modify to suit your needs.

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

Core Vinyasa incorporates pranayama, deep core work and spinal awareness into a vinyasa class. The theme of this class is treating the core as the center of the body, encouraging students to move from that center and connect more fully. Intentional abdominal work is included but not constant. Interpretations of this class largely depend on the teacher.

Core Vinyasa incorporates pranayama, deep core work and spinal awareness into a vinyasa class. The theme of this class is treating the core as the center of the body, encouraging students to move from that center and connect more fully. Intentional abdominal work is included but not constant. Interpretations of this class largely depend on the teacher.

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

This class integrates the strength, stability and alignment of core work (abdominals, lower back and shoulders) with the fluid power of vinyasa flow. To bring you deeper, each class will be fused with music - including world, eastern and more. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness.

Originator of all Vinyasa styles, the Ashtanga yoga system focuses on coordination of movement with the breath using counted vinyasa, to move through a set series of postures. This practice builds strength, flexibility and endurance and is appropriate for people of all ages, shapes and skill. Ashtanga Level 1/2 explores the first half of the Primary Series. Ashtanga Primary Series (also known as the First Series or Yoga Chikitsa), literally means yoga therapy. This is a program which, when performed regularly heals all sickness and purifies your body in preparation for deeper Yogic practice – both physical as well as meditative. The simple postures are appropriate to students who are brand new to yoga and ashtanga as well as seasoned practioners who want to slow down and explore the foundation of the practice. Students focus on the breath by moving through sun saluations and the standing postures which build strength and stamina. Seated postures through navasa

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

This class focuses on proper alignment, transitioning and breathing for a safe and sustainable vinyasa practice. Yoga postures will be explored slowly and mindfully with attention to detail and foundation. Vinyasa Basics is great way for beginners to learn the fundamentals of a vinyasa practice as well as experienced practitioners to revisit the basics and realign. The use of props as well as injury modifications will also be addressed in this class. Appropriate for those who desire a slower but still challenging practice with space to learn and ask questions.

“Alignment of the body in poses is compassion in action” - Judith LasaterThis class explores the alignment and technique of asana practice in a challenging yet slower paced setting. Each week students will work with a particular group of poses, anatomical actions, or therapeutic theme. The class will begin with a breath-centered warm-up followed by a detailed exploration of alignment appropriate for all levels. Standing poses, inversions, arm balances, backbends, restorative postures and much more will be taught with the aid of props, including our state of the art rope wall, in order to experience healthy alignment with greater ease.

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

Yin Yoga is a complementary yoga practice to the more dynamic and invigorating yoga styles that are predominant today. In Yin Yoga, all the postures are done on the floor (no standing poses) and are held passively for several minutes in order to access a safe and positive 'stress' on the deep layers of connective tissue in the body.Physically, Yin Yoga restores and maintains the natural mobility of the joints, primarily between the navel and the knees. Energetically, Yin Yoga opens the body's meridian system, which enhances the body's energetic flow and supports emotional equilibrium.And as this practice emphasizes stillness and silence, Yin Yoga prepares both the body and the mind for deeper experiences in meditation.

Open to All Levels. Mysore Classes use the method which Sri K. Pattabhi Jois teaches at the Ashtanga Yoga Research institute in Mysore, India. These classes are an opportunity for students to work individually and learn the practice in its traditional format, with personal guidance and adjustments from the teachers. New students will start with a short practice built upon Surya-namaskar A & B and move into the Primary Series of Ashtanga pose-by-pose. All Students new to Mysore Style are should come to observe the practice the first day. Out of town students with an existing Mysore Style Ashtanga practice are warmly welcomed to drop in anytime.This class is appropriate for all level students from absolute beginners to experienced Ashtanga students. Class room opens at 6am, the teacher starts assisting at 6:30 Monday through Thursday. Sunday begins at 8am. Existing Students may arrive anytime as long as they are finished at 8:30 am Mon - Thurs or 10 am on Sundays.

The Forrest Yoga method gets you connecting to your core - getting strong and centered. We use heat, deep breathing and vigorous sequences to sweat out toxins while the long holds in the pose progressions help you flush, oxygenate and rejuvenate every cell. The classes are a series of carefully constructed asanas and vinyasa designed to strip numbness from your core, help you breath and move in ways that release emotional shielding, and prevent and heal injury. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness.

Open your body with some slow, juicy stretches and then transition into a warm and sweaty Vinyasa Flow.

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

Core Vinyasa incorporates pranayama, deep core work and spinal awareness into a vinyasa class. The theme of this class is treating the core as the center of the body, encouraging students to move from that center and connect more fully. Intentional abdominal work is included but not constant. Interpretations of this class largely depend on the teacher.

The Forrest Yoga method gets you connecting to your core - getting strong and centered. We use heat, deep breathing and vigorous sequences to sweat out toxins while the long holds in the pose progressions help you flush, oxygenate and rejuvenate every cell. The classes are a series of carefully constructed asanas and vinyasa designed to strip numbness from your core, help you breath and move in ways that release emotional shielding, and prevent and heal injury.

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

Yin Yoga is a complementary yoga practice to the more dynamic and invigorating yoga styles that are predominant today. In Yin Yoga, all the postures are done on the floor (no standing poses) and are held passively for several minutes in order to access a safe and positive 'stress' on the deep layers of connective tissue in the body.Physically, Yin Yoga restores and maintains the natural mobility of the joints, primarily between the navel and the knees. Energetically, Yin Yoga opens the body's meridian system, which enhances the body's energetic flow and supports emotional equilibrium.And as this practice emphasizes stillness and silence, Yin Yoga prepares both the body and the mind for deeper experiences in meditation.

FUN yoga accompanied by a rockin' hip hop playlist - class will be Vinyasa with a long slow stretch at the end. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness. All levels welcome!

Open to All Levels. Mysore Classes use the method which Sri K. Pattabhi Jois teaches at the Ashtanga Yoga Research institute in Mysore, India. These classes are an opportunity for students to work individually and learn the practice in its traditional format, with personal guidance and adjustments from the teachers. New students will start with a short practice built upon Surya-namaskar A & B and move into the Primary Series of Ashtanga pose-by-pose. All Students new to Mysore Style are should come to observe the practice the first day. Out of town students with an existing Mysore Style Ashtanga practice are warmly welcomed to drop in anytime.This class is appropriate for all level students from absolute beginners to experienced Ashtanga students. Class room opens at 6am, the teacher starts assisting at 6:30 Monday through Thursday. Sunday begins at 8am. Existing Students may arrive anytime as long as they are finished at 8:30 am Mon - Thurs or 10 am on Sundays.

Core Vinyasa incorporates pranayama, deep core work and spinal awareness into a vinyasa class. The theme of this class is treating the core as the center of the body, encouraging students to move from that center and connect more fully. Intentional abdominal work is included but not constant. Interpretations of this class largely depend on the teacher.

FUN yoga accompanied by a rockin' hip hop playlist - class will be Vinyasa with a long slow stretch at the end. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness. All levels welcome!

This class integrates the strength, stability and alignment of core work (abdominals, lower back and shoulders) with the fluid power of vinyasa flow. To bring you deeper, each class will be fused with music - including world, eastern and more. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness.

Core Vinyasa incorporates pranayama, deep core work and spinal awareness into a vinyasa class. The theme of this class is treating the core as the center of the body, encouraging students to move from that center and connect more fully. Intentional abdominal work is included but not constant. Interpretations of this class largely depend on the teacher.

The Forrest Yoga method gets you connecting to your core - getting strong and centered. We use heat, deep breathing and vigorous sequences to sweat out toxins while the long holds in the pose progressions help you flush, oxygenate and rejuvenate every cell. The classes are a series of carefully constructed asanas and vinyasa designed to strip numbness from your core, help you breath and move in ways that release emotional shielding, and prevent and heal injury.

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

“Alignment of the body in poses is compassion in action” - Judith LasaterThis class explores the alignment and technique of asana practice in a challenging yet slower paced setting. Each week students will work with a particular group of poses, anatomical actions, or therapeutic theme. The class will begin with a breath-centered warm-up followed by a detailed exploration of alignment appropriate for all levels. Standing poses, inversions, arm balances, backbends, restorative postures and much more will be taught with the aid of props, including our state of the art rope wall, in order to experience healthy alignment with greater ease.

Designed for students who have a consistent practice, this class will differ in composition depending on the teacher, but familiarity with inversions, arm balances, backbends and pranayama is required. The Intermediate/Advanced environment provides an opportunity for experienced students to deepen their practice, learn advanced alignment and technique and be in a smaller group setting. In addition, because an advanced practice entails more than just challenging poses, time will be spent on refining your practice through attention to subtlety of both the body and mind. Because of the level of this class, please come prepared to modify to suit your needs.

This class focuses on proper alignment, transitioning and breathing for a safe and sustainable vinyasa practice. Yoga postures will be explored slowly and mindfully with attention to detail and foundation. Vinyasa Basics is great way for beginners to learn the fundamentals of a vinyasa practice as well as experienced practitioners to revisit the basics and realign. The use of props as well as injury modifications will also be addressed in this class. Appropriate for those who desire a slower but still challenging practice with space to learn and ask questions.

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

Open to All Levels. Mysore Classes use the method which Sri K. Pattabhi Jois teaches at the Ashtanga Yoga Research institute in Mysore, India. These classes are an opportunity for students to work individually and learn the practice in its traditional format, with personal guidance and adjustments from the teachers. New students will start with a short practice built upon Surya-namaskar A & B and move into the Primary Series of Ashtanga pose-by-pose. All Students new to Mysore Style are should come to observe the practice the first day. Out of town students with an existing Mysore Style Ashtanga practice are warmly welcomed to drop in anytime.This class is appropriate for all level students from absolute beginners to experienced Ashtanga students. Class room opens at 6am, the teacher starts assisting at 6:30 Monday through Thursday. Sunday begins at 8am. Existing Students may arrive anytime as long as they are finished at 8:30 am Mon - Thurs or 10 am on Sundays.

The Forrest Yoga method gets you connecting to your core - getting strong and centered. We use heat, deep breathing and vigorous sequences to sweat out toxins while the long holds in the pose progressions help you flush, oxygenate and rejuvenate every cell. The classes are a series of carefully constructed asanas and vinyasa designed to strip numbness from your core, help you breath and move in ways that release emotional shielding, and prevent and heal injury. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness.

Open your body with some slow, juicy stretches and then transition into a warm and sweaty Vinyasa Flow.

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

Core Vinyasa incorporates pranayama, deep core work and spinal awareness into a vinyasa class. The theme of this class is treating the core as the center of the body, encouraging students to move from that center and connect more fully. Intentional abdominal work is included but not constant. Interpretations of this class largely depend on the teacher.

The Forrest Yoga method gets you connecting to your core - getting strong and centered. We use heat, deep breathing and vigorous sequences to sweat out toxins while the long holds in the pose progressions help you flush, oxygenate and rejuvenate every cell. The classes are a series of carefully constructed asanas and vinyasa designed to strip numbness from your core, help you breath and move in ways that release emotional shielding, and prevent and heal injury.

Vinyasa Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. As we learn ride the waves of breath in our Yoga practice, we learn to ride the waves of change in our lives with more ease. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one's state of flow!

Restorative Yoga is a gentle therapeutic style of yoga that uses props to support the body in restful still positions. The focus of the practice is to restore the central nervous system and the internal systems of the body. Restorative Yoga is a soothing and nurturing practice that promotes the effects of conscious relaxation. This is a gentle yoga class that is focused on relaxation, supporting the body and slowing down. It is NOT an active, stretchy, sweaty class. ENJOY!

Designed for students who have a consistent practice, this class will differ in composition depending on the teacher, but familiarity with inversions, arm balances, backbends and pranayama is required. The Intermediate/Advanced environment provides an opportunity for experienced students to deepen their practice, learn advanced alignment and technique and be in a smaller group setting. In addition, because an advanced practice entails more than just challenging poses, time will be spent on refining your practice through attention to subtlety of both the body and mind. Because of the level of this class, please come prepared to modify to suit your needs.

This class will combine elements of vinyasa, yin and restorative joined with music to create an invigorating, relaxing and deeply restoring experience. The first hour of this class will be focused on warming and flowing sequences linked with breath, moving into a vigorous vinyasa which will heat and prepare the body for the deep stretching to follow. The final portion of class will be purely restorative and supportive, prepping the body for a blissful savasana. This class will provide the opportunity for students to bring balance to their bodies and practice through three very different but complementary styles. please arrive early as participants are not allowed to enter the room once class has started - specific to this class due to the props and quiet nature of the class.

FUN yoga accompanied by a rockin' hip hop playlist - class will be Vinyasa with a long slow stretch at the end. This class is held in a WARM ROOM to promote detoxification and suppleness. All levels welcome!