Vinyasa Flow, Dance Fusion Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Musical Flow, Movement Meditation. WAIT, SAY WHAT?
At our new Balance studio, we offer all of these classes & more. Yet, we understand that they might seem a little confusing. Lets start with the basics. What exactly is yoga?
“A Hindu spiritual and ascetic discipline, a part of which, including breath control, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures, is widely practiced for health and relaxation.”
In the world of yoga classes, it seems there are about a million different styles with the list of classes going on and on, but what do these classes actually mean? Well, you are in a luck. We have a break down below that will have you running to try these amazing yoga classes in seconds.
- Vinyasa Flow: Are you ready for this? Well, NFL & NHL teams are actually started to incorporate this class into their workouts. Crazy right? That is great for YOU because you can take one of these classes that the pro athletes are taking! So, what exactly is it? First thing is first, expect to sweat. Bring a towel and a water. Actually, make that three towels, you will be dripping by the end of it. Anyway, this class is designed a series of flowing, alignment-based postures that will build strength, flexibility and focus. Vinyasa yoga, in which movement is synchronized to the breath, is a term that covers a broad range of yoga classes. This style is sometimes also called flow yoga, because of the smooth way that the poses run together and become like a dance. By linking each posture with purposeful breath, students will gain a deeper understanding of the mind and body connection, finding a deep feeling of relaxation and confidence. However, this is a EXTREMELY physical yoga, so buy some muscle rub just in case.
- Dance Yoga Fusion: Some yoga stances with some dancing in between? No, this class is much more than that. This class will ignite the rhythms within, stimulate the senses and create openness. Dance Yoga Fusion is the celebration of movement and life. In this party atmosphere you will leave feeling looser, longer, lighter and stronger. What sounds like a better than a workout and relaxation combined?
- Hatha Yoga: Okay, so you maybe won’t sweat as much in this yoga class as the others, but will leave you feeling longer, looser, and more relaxed. Honestly, what is better than that after a stressful day? The Breakdown: Hatha yoga is a generic term that refers to any type of yoga that teaches physical postures, and is the most practiced yoga today. This yoga uses postures (asana) and conscious breathing (Pranayama) in combination with mental focus to develop awareness, strength and flexibility, and relaxation. This class involves isometicric/resistance stretching to fully flex muscles, and movements which flow from one pose to the other. Re-align the body and focus the mind during the busy day to day lives we live.
- Meditation: Lets be real, when some people think of meditation they think of sitting there with their eyes closed and counting to ten. It is MUCH more than that. It is there to reignite your soul. A meditation class is geared to individuals who wish to gain better proprioception and kinesthetic sense. Much like the guided improvisation class, students will have the ability to experience their own movement in a calm and nurturing environment. Accessing certain muscles groups through touch and soft, isolated movements will encourage this, as will learning to understand the energy levels needed to support these body decisions. Don’t be afraid. You can try it in your own home, but most importantly at a class, as well!
Visit our Balance at Urbanity Class schedule HERE for dates & times.
Balance at Urbanity Dance
111 W Concord St
Boston, MA 02118
balance@urbanitydance.org
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