Yoga Mandala & Core Elements

Yin Yoga is a complementary yoga practice to the more dynamic and invigorating yoga styles (astanga, vinyasa, hatha) that are predominant today. In Yin Yoga, floor postures 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. 

An ongoing exploration of the polarities inherent in movement, the breath and the attention which serve to stimulate and open up energy meridians in the body to the flow of prana. Guided visualization focuses sensory awareness and vinyasa-inspired movements gradually awaken the physical and energy bodies beginning with the hips and sacro-iliac and progressively working through the vortices of the chakras from a place of grounding towards the experience of objective observation, heightened awareness and calm abiding.

For newcomers to yoga or those interested in deepening their practice. Instruction in appropriate physical actions, alignment and breathwork serve to develop strength, and flexibility, breath awareness, energy flow and focused attention. This practice will make use of various Iyengar-style props & techniques to support the physical experience and exploration of the chakras. Chakras are described as metaphysical, psychoenergetic vortices of energy that define the various aspects, qualities and actions of prana (vital air) in the body; there are seven such 'wheels' of energy threaded like beads on a string connecting the base of our spine to the crown of the head. The practices of hatha yoga are effective because they strengthen the flow of prana in our bodies invigorating the current so it carries away obstructions and toxins that block the free flow of energy. Enjoy!

An ongoing exploration of the polarities inherent in movement, the breath and the attention which serve to stimulate and open up energy meridians in the body to the flow of prana. Guided visualization focuses sensory awareness and vinyasa-inspired movements gradually awaken the physical and energy bodies beginning with the hips and sacro-iliac and progressively working through the vortices of the chakras from a place of grounding towards the experience of objective observation, heightened awareness and calm abiding.

An exciting new paradigm of hatha yoga that powerfully blends the art of the human spirit with the basic bio-mechanics of the physical body. This therapeutic system of yoga integrates the joy of the heart, universal principles of alignment, and cultivates inner body awareness. Reconnect to your innate divinity, beauty, and inner radiance with this spiritually uplifting and energizing practice.

Slow flow emphasizes holding postures for time and breathing into sensation creating space to experience the body and mind in ways that differ from the power or vinyasa (flow) experiences. Yin Yoga opens the body's meridian system which enhances the body's energetic flow and supports emotional equilibrium. A great practice for deepening your yoga experience and cultivating mindfulness. 

Flow yoga, also known as vinyasa, is the practice of synergizing breath with movement as a way of engaging dynamically with what is. It is, simply put, the practice of awareness in action: Observing what you are doing as you are doing it, what is going on as it is going on, and staying present with the sensations and feelings and thoughts and breath as they come and go. The simple act of paying attention to what comes up in practice has the effect of shifting and changing the nature of that which arises in our awareness. Come to your mat with curiosity and enjoy the journey.

Explore China's ancient self-healing and longevity practice through the tranquil and meditative movements of Tai Chi. Learn the 24-steps short-form of Yang-Style T'ai Chi Ch'uan. This well-guided and poetic practice harmonizes mind and body. Regular practice of Tai Chi increases your balance, coordination and flexibility; improve your memory and mental focus. You will leave feeling quite blissful and relaxed and ready for a great night's sleep! 10 classes $150 / $18 drop-in

This yoga class is geared to the early riser who would like to jumpstart the day with a yoga practice that integrates core strength & conditioning with joint mobility & stabilization. $150 for a 10-class series, $18 drop-in. Offered wednesdays & fridays 5:30-6:30am.

A new paradigm of hatha yoga that powerfully blends the art of the human spirit with the science of bio-mechanics. This is a therapeutic system of yoga that integrates the joy of the heart, universal principles of alignment, and inner body awareness. Reconnect to your innate divinity, beauty, and inner radiance with this spiritually uplifting and energizing practice.

This integrative series of classes offered by Carly Vernon, LMT & CYT, is designed to instruct the essentials of building a strong asana (postural) yoga practice. * Learn a little anatomy and find your structural support, then put that information into motion; * Experience the fluidity and power behind harnessing the breath;* Learn where stability can be found, your practice enhanced, and asanas deepened.* Help to build a home yoga practice.Wednesdays 10:30-11:45a April 3 - June 12, 2013 (no class 4/17)$150 for the series, $18 Drop-In

Flow yoga, also known as vinyasa, is the practice of synergizing breath with movement as a way of engaging dynamically with what is. It is, simply put, the practice of awareness in action: Observing what you are doing as you are doing it, what is going on as it is going on, and staying present with the sensations and feelings and thoughts and breath as they come and go. The simple act of paying attention to what comes up in practice has the effect of shifting and changing the nature of that which arises in our awareness. Come to your mat with curiosity and enjoy the journey.

Enjoy the gentle synthesis of movement, breath, and energy in this slow flow class. As the nervous system relaxes, the mind slows down, the muscles become more elastic, the breath deepens, our inner chemistry shifts towards a biological balance, which one experiences as peace, tranquility, relaxation, equanimity. Slow Flow Yoga is based on aligning with the fluid, organismic intelligence of your body. The deep wisdom of true yoga lies in the understanding that each one of us is different. Honor and work with your individuality, experiencing for yourself the yogic wisdom of “Unity through Diversity.”

Yin Yoga is a complementary yoga practice to the more dynamic and invigorating yoga styles that are predominant today. In Yin Yoga, floor postures 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.

Join Olga Kukarina, certified therapeutic Qi Gong and Tai Chi instructor, in exploring China's ancient self-healing and longevity practices which serve to increase the amount of and improve the flow of Qi (Chi) ,“life energy,” in the body. Chinese medicine teaches that when Qi moves smoothly and without restriction or obstruction in the meridians, we experience vibrant health.Qi Gong is one of the most powerful methods of healing, disease prevention and rejuvenation. It includes gentle flowing movement and breathing techniques, self-massage and acupressure, healing visualizations and meditations.The series will integrate some Tai Chi as it lends itself fully to the practice of Qi Gong to balance our whole being and serve as a self-healing modality. Suitable for all ages and levels of fitness. 10-classes $150 / $18 drop-in

Learn how to observe and nurture your most precious assets: body and mind. This class prepares the physical body for sitting and offers elemental instruction in breath work and the practice of mindfulness meditation. Experience the practical applications of these practices in your daily life.

This yoga class is geared to the early riser who would like to jumpstart the day with a yoga practice that integrates core strength & conditioning with joint mobility & stabilization. $150 for a 10-class series, $18 drop-in. Offered wednesdays & fridays 5:30-6:30am.

A more advanced exploration of the polarities and energy currents inherent in movement, the breath and the attention which serve to stimulate and open up energy meridians in the body to the flow of prana.

A new paradigm of hatha yoga that powerfully blends the art of the human spirit with the science of bio-mechanics. This is a therapeutic system of yoga that integrates the joy of the heart, universal principles of alignment, and inner body awareness. Reconnect to your innate divinity, beauty, and inner radiance with this spiritually uplifting and energizing practice.

A new paradigm of hatha yoga that powerfully blends the art of the human spirit with the science of bio-mechanics. This is a therapeutic system of yoga that integrates the joy of the heart, universal principles of alignment, and inner body awareness. Reconnect to your innate divinity, beauty, and inner radiance with this spiritually uplifting and energizing practice.

A more advanced exploration of the polarities and energy currents inherent in movement, the breath and the attention which serve to stimulate and open up energy meridians in the body to the flow of prana.

This class is a combination of movement flow and meditation, consisting of sequences of yoga postures guided by the breath and designed to support and accommodate the physical and energetic changes of pregnancy. A great way to meet other expectant mothers in the community.

BY DONATION--Join us for a Memorial Day vinyasa flow class & meditation to remember our fellow yogin and Winchester friend, Diane Brewster. May our collective energies serve to raise awareness and perpetuate much-needed positive karma in the world. Monies raised will be matched by Yoga Mandala and donated to The Diane Brewster Foundation for Ovarian Cancer Research.Please join us one and all. In gratitude.

An exciting new paradigm of hatha yoga that powerfully blends the art of the human spirit with the basic bio-mechanics of the physical body. This therapeutic system of yoga integrates the joy of the heart, universal principles of alignment, and cultivates inner body awareness. Reconnect to your innate divinity, beauty, and inner radiance with this spiritually uplifting and energizing practice.

Slow flow emphasizes holding postures for time and breathing into sensation creating space to experience the body and mind in ways that differ from the power or vinyasa (flow) experiences. Yin Yoga opens the body's meridian system which enhances the body's energetic flow and supports emotional equilibrium. A great practice for deepening your yoga experience and cultivating mindfulness. 

Flow yoga, also known as vinyasa, is the practice of synergizing breath with movement as a way of engaging dynamically with what is. It is, simply put, the practice of awareness in action: Observing what you are doing as you are doing it, what is going on as it is going on, and staying present with the sensations and feelings and thoughts and breath as they come and go. The simple act of paying attention to what comes up in practice has the effect of shifting and changing the nature of that which arises in our awareness. Come to your mat with curiosity and enjoy the journey.

Explore China's ancient self-healing and longevity practice through the tranquil and meditative movements of Tai Chi. Learn the 24-steps short-form of Yang-Style T'ai Chi Ch'uan. This well-guided and poetic practice harmonizes mind and body. Regular practice of Tai Chi increases your balance, coordination and flexibility; improve your memory and mental focus. You will leave feeling quite blissful and relaxed and ready for a great night's sleep! 10 classes $150 / $18 drop-in

This yoga class is geared to the early riser who would like to jumpstart the day with a yoga practice that integrates core strength & conditioning with joint mobility & stabilization. $150 for a 10-class series, $18 drop-in. Offered wednesdays & fridays 5:30-6:30am.

A new paradigm of hatha yoga that powerfully blends the art of the human spirit with the science of bio-mechanics. This is a therapeutic system of yoga that integrates the joy of the heart, universal principles of alignment, and inner body awareness. Reconnect to your innate divinity, beauty, and inner radiance with this spiritually uplifting and energizing practice.

This integrative series of classes offered by Carly Vernon, LMT & CYT, is designed to instruct the essentials of building a strong asana (postural) yoga practice. * Learn a little anatomy and find your structural support, then put that information into motion; * Experience the fluidity and power behind harnessing the breath;* Learn where stability can be found, your practice enhanced, and asanas deepened.* Help to build a home yoga practice.Wednesdays 10:30-11:45a April 3 - June 12, 2013 (no class 4/17)$150 for the series, $18 Drop-In

Flow yoga, also known as vinyasa, is the practice of synergizing breath with movement as a way of engaging dynamically with what is. It is, simply put, the practice of awareness in action: Observing what you are doing as you are doing it, what is going on as it is going on, and staying present with the sensations and feelings and thoughts and breath as they come and go. The simple act of paying attention to what comes up in practice has the effect of shifting and changing the nature of that which arises in our awareness. Come to your mat with curiosity and enjoy the journey.

Enjoy the gentle synthesis of movement, breath, and energy in this slow flow class. As the nervous system relaxes, the mind slows down, the muscles become more elastic, the breath deepens, our inner chemistry shifts towards a biological balance, which one experiences as peace, tranquility, relaxation, equanimity. Slow Flow Yoga is based on aligning with the fluid, organismic intelligence of your body. The deep wisdom of true yoga lies in the understanding that each one of us is different. Honor and work with your individuality, experiencing for yourself the yogic wisdom of “Unity through Diversity.”

Yin Yoga is a complementary yoga practice to the more dynamic and invigorating yoga styles that are predominant today. In Yin Yoga, floor postures 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.

Join Olga Kukarina, certified therapeutic Qi Gong and Tai Chi instructor, in exploring China's ancient self-healing and longevity practices which serve to increase the amount of and improve the flow of Qi (Chi) ,“life energy,” in the body. Chinese medicine teaches that when Qi moves smoothly and without restriction or obstruction in the meridians, we experience vibrant health.Qi Gong is one of the most powerful methods of healing, disease prevention and rejuvenation. It includes gentle flowing movement and breathing techniques, self-massage and acupressure, healing visualizations and meditations.The series will integrate some Tai Chi as it lends itself fully to the practice of Qi Gong to balance our whole being and serve as a self-healing modality. Suitable for all ages and levels of fitness. 10-classes $150 / $18 drop-in

Learn how to observe and nurture your most precious assets: body and mind. This class prepares the physical body for sitting and offers elemental instruction in breath work and the practice of mindfulness meditation. Experience the practical applications of these practices in your daily life.

This yoga class is geared to the early riser who would like to jumpstart the day with a yoga practice that integrates core strength & conditioning with joint mobility & stabilization. $150 for a 10-class series, $18 drop-in. Offered wednesdays & fridays 5:30-6:30am.

A more advanced exploration of the polarities and energy currents inherent in movement, the breath and the attention which serve to stimulate and open up energy meridians in the body to the flow of prana.

A new paradigm of hatha yoga that powerfully blends the art of the human spirit with the science of bio-mechanics. This is a therapeutic system of yoga that integrates the joy of the heart, universal principles of alignment, and inner body awareness. Reconnect to your innate divinity, beauty, and inner radiance with this spiritually uplifting and energizing practice.

A new paradigm of hatha yoga that powerfully blends the art of the human spirit with the science of bio-mechanics. This is a therapeutic system of yoga that integrates the joy of the heart, universal principles of alignment, and inner body awareness. Reconnect to your innate divinity, beauty, and inner radiance with this spiritually uplifting and energizing practice.

A more advanced exploration of the polarities and energy currents inherent in movement, the breath and the attention which serve to stimulate and open up energy meridians in the body to the flow of prana.

This class is a combination of movement flow and meditation, consisting of sequences of yoga postures guided by the breath and designed to support and accommodate the physical and energetic changes of pregnancy. A great way to meet other expectant mothers in the community.