Yoga

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Stretch Yourself.

Breathe. Relax. Rejuvenate.

Saw Mill Club Yoga brings out your best.

Practice Makes Perfect
Why do so many members credit Yoga practice with enhancing their lives? It’s because Yoga improves a person where they need it most.

For some, this means eliminating aches and pains. For others, it’s about improving athletic performance or mental concentration and focus.

Strong Mind. Healthy Body.
Yoga allows you to get still and centered. It removes tension from your body. It quiets your mind and frees your natural energy.

When your mind and body are in sync healthy things happen. Your posture improves. Your mood gets better. Your mind is sharper. Your immune system strengthens. Happiness follows…

Saw Mill Club offers several styles of Yoga to suit
your specific needs and current ability level.

Strengthening Yoga
Hatha Yoga/Level 1-2
A class to build up on the basics and foundations of yoga.  Postures are held for deep release of muscular and nervous tension.  Sun-salutes, step-backs, warrior postures, forward folding, gentle backbending and twists.  Deepen your practice while still keeping the emphasis on building concentration, strength and form.

Stretch and Release Yoga
Yoga Stretch/Level 1-2
A class to release deeply from heavy workouts or rigorous group exercise classes.  A contemporary approach to balance and nurture the active athlete  or workout enthusiast.  Use of light hearted humor and encouragement throughout class for inner support and deep release of muscular tension.

Yoga Flow
Hatha-Vinyasa/Level 1-2/Level 2
An introduction to building internal heat for detoxification of the body and internal purification.  Integration of spiritually focussed discussion, breath control, chant (optional and varies by teacher), A and B series sun salutes, intro to step and jump backs, forward folding, backbending, side-stretching, deeper twists, shoulderstand, deep relaxation, meditation (varies by teacher).  Begin to build a nurturing and cleansing practice with roots grounded in classical yoga.

Yoga Flow, Go Deeper
Vinyasa Flow/Level 2/Level 2-3
A deeper immersion in the flowing yoga called Vinyasa.  Link flowing postures together with careful breath control, deep concentration, and build steadiness in deeper postures.  Spiritually focussed discussion (varies by teacher), breathing exercises, A and B series sun-salutes, yoga push ups, jump backs, deep forward folding, full back bending, twists, inversions, deep relaxation, meditation (varies by teacher).  Take yourself deeper in your discovery of building a challenging and rewarding yoga practice.

Hot Yoga
Hot Power Yoga/Level 2-3
Hot Vinyasa/Level 2-3
Taught in a room heated between 85-90 degrees.  Challenging and dynamic.  Postures are held for deep release of tension and toxins.  A strong a deeply challenging class great for those with stiff joints, looking to lose weight, and increase detoxification.  Bring towel(s) and plenty of water.  A and B series sun-salutes, deep forward folding, full back bending, twists, shoulderstand, deep relaxation.  Previous experience with vinyasa recommended.

SMC Specialty Yoga Inspired Classes
East-West Warrior/Level 2
A challenging fusion of a group fitness class and a yoga class for a full mind-body experience that uses 2-5 lbs. hand weights while holding postures for strength and sculpted form.  Perfect for those looking to shake up their yoga routine and blend the edginess of a group exercise class with the sturdiness of yoga postures.  Class incorporates upbeat music, light heartedness and laughter, weekly alternating postures and sequencing, ends with 5 minute seated meditation and slow-deep breathing exercises.

Spinning Into Yoga/All Levels
Spin class with thoughtful imagery on the big screen, inspiring music, and yogic mindfulness on the bikes.  Safe and practical incorporation of select yoga postures while on the bike.  Perfect for those looking for an intelligent and positive atmosphere while bringing more cardio into their routine.

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