Class Descriptions

YARD offers the following yoga classes throughout the year. Click on the instructors name for yoga qualifications and bio.

INTERMEDIATE YOGA with Ann Waschuk (Monday & Wednesday)
An active practice of asana, pranayama, philosophy and chanting followed by a lengthy guided meditation. Experience with yoga & a sense of humor is required.

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BEGINNER POWER with Adele Ohama (Monday) & Suzanne Blackwell (Wednesday)
An introduction to the breathing technique, postures and sequence of Ashtanga yoga. (Not suitable for pregnancy)

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BEGINNER HATHA with Ann Waschuk (Monday & Thursday) & Maxine Winchester (Tuesday)
Focus on a variety of postures to build strength, stamina & increased flexibility for the development & harmony of the whole body, mind and soul.

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ADVANCE WITH EASE with Kyla Belick (Monday)
Whatever your style of practice, advance your postures with techniques to discover the freedom of practicing with ease, being pain-free & non-harming.

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PILATES YOGA with Cheryl Cooper (Monday)
Continuing/intermediate asana, vinyasa and Pilates techniques to increase flexibility and core strength, followed by relaxation. Prior yoga experience recommended. (Not suitable for pregnancy)

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AM POWER YOGA with Suzanne Blackwell (Tuesday)
Postures, vinyasa & breathing techniques of the Ashtanga system of yoga to develop better flexibility, strength, power, and movement patterns, balance & relaxation. (HOT: Not suitable for pregnancy)

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LUNCHTIME YOGA with Barb Breau (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
This noon hour Hatha class will emphasize breath work, balance & flexibility. Suitable for those with or without prior yoga experience.

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YOGA FOR HEALING with Paula King (Tuesday)
This class emphasizes yoga philosophy, gentle joint movements, breathing, satsang (discussion) and meditation to explore the capacity to heal on all levels. Many of the postures are done on chairs so students having difficulty participating in a regular yoga class can also share the experience of Hatha yoga. All are welcome.

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CONTINUING POWER with Trish Campbell (Tuesday), Mike Kozlowski (Thursday), Anomi Bearden (Thursday)
A dynamic series of postures intended to increase your endurance, flexibility and concentration. Prior power yoga recommended. (HOT: Not suitable for pregnancy)

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YIN YOGA with Wanda Oster (Tuesday & Friday)
This style of hatha (with held supported postures) targets the connective tissues of the hips, pelvis and lower spine nourishing the joints and ligaments. (All levels)

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KUNDALINI YOGA with Dena Simran Kaur Fairell (Tuesday)
Experience yoga kriyas that combine postures, rhythmic movement, mantra and meditation to strengthen the nervous system and bring peace to the body and mind. (Not suitable for pregnancy)

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BASICS FOR BACKS with Connie Dymianiw (Tuesday)
This gentle class will focus on improving mobility, strength and ease of movement using hatha yoga and viniyoga techniques for anyone experiencing back pain, tight hips, discomfort sitting, standing or bending. The class also includes breathwork and guided relaxation. (All Levels)

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VINYASA HATHA with Paula King (Wednesday)
Move into your day with a flowing asana practice. Intermediate level - prior yoga experience recommended. (Not suitable for pregnancy)

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YOGA BASICS with Connie Dymianiw (Wednesday)
For those new or nearly new to yoga, or those simply wanting the BASICS.  A combination of hatha yoga, gentle vinyasa, and viniyoga, plus breathwork, and guided relaxation. (All Levels)

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BEGINNER / CONTINUING POWER with Sharon Hamilton (Wednesday), Kyla Belich & Anomi Bearden (Sunday)
An introduction to Ashtanga’s Primary Series with emphasis on breath, movement and proper alignment. (HOT: Not suitable for pregnancy)

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GENTLE HATHA with Bette Chan & Barb Breau (Wednesday)
Focus is on gradually stretching the body to increase muscle tone, suppleness and flexibility with use of simple props and adapted poses to energize the body.

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CALM STEADY STRONG with Suzanne Blackwell (Wednesday)
Yogathrive class for cancer survivors & those is treatment. Postures & movement in your pain free range of motion, relaxation and breathing practices to gently build your strength, resilience & stability to maximize the amazing healing capability of your body. Consultation with you doctor is recommended. Read more about Calm Steady Strong.

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EARLY MORNING HATHA YOGA with Maxine Winchester  (Thursday)
Salute the sun at daybreak. Awaken the body by centering, stretching and balancing before beginning another hectic day.

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GENTLE / MODIFIED YOGA with Paula King (Thursday)
This class is for the tentative beginner or those who need a very slow pace. Chairs, props, and gentle postures help the student to find a way into comfortable practice. Emphasis is on body/mind awareness, breathing, joint mobilization, basic yoga postures and relaxation. Suitable for seniors.

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INTEGRATED YOGA with Suzanne Blackwell (Thursday)
This multi-level class includes postures & vinyasa as well as breathing & relaxation practices for overall wellness & stress relief. (Not suitable for pregnancy)

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ADVANCED POWER with Sharon Hamilton, Trish Campbell, Mike Kozlowski, Anomi Bearden, Suzanne Blackwell (Thursday & Sunday)
One-on-one teacher assistance tailors each student’s practice. Surya Namaskara A and B and the standing sequence required. Please no Beginner Drop-ins. (HOT: Not suitable for pregnancy)

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CONTINUING HATHA with Paula King (Friday)
Expand your basic level practice of Hatha yoga. Philosophy, meditation, and deeper exploration of postures are highlighted in this class. Prior yoga recommended.

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BEGINNER SATTVA YOGA with Kendel Jewell (Friday)
This class offers a variety of sequences intended to enhance awareness of the body and the breath, followed by an introduction to pranayama, and meditation.

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INTERMEDIATE KUNDALINI YOGA with Dena Simran Kaur Fairell (Friday)
A series of systematic techniques with extended mantra & meditations times with kriyas of postures, movement and pranayama. Prior yoga recommended. (Not suitable for pregnancy)

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YOGA NIDRA with Dena Simran Kaur Fairell, Barb Breau, Suzanne Blackwell (Sunday)
A non-postures class for people who would like to experience an extended relaxation (Savasana) while working with the yogic layers (koshas) of body & mind.

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PRE-NATAL YOGA with Selina Hicks (Sunday)
Gentle yoga postures and breathing techniques specifically designed for the mother to be.