Class Descriptions

Our hot yoga class is a set of postures that deeply detoxifies and revitalizes every system throughout the body. The series of postures creates a deep meditation in movement and allows the body to focus on each posture as your practice progresses. The yoga postures are performed in a heated room to help you release toxins and systematically work every gland and muscle of the body. This practice is ideal for all levels, from newbies to the most advanced yogis. This class will open your body and mind to new health possibilities. Classes are available in 60-minute and 90-minute formats. The room is heated to approximately 100 to 110 degrees with 20-30% humidity. No prior experience required.

This practice is 1/2 Vinyasa, 1/2 Yin yoga and will be in a warm room. It will begin with a slower paced, meditative, Vinyasa flow. In the Vinyasa sequences (the yang aspect or solar) you will direct your focus inward taking your time to feel yourself internally aligning and "marinating" in the release of prana. Through slower, mindful, fluid movements you begin releasing rigidity and reconnecting to your own innate fluidity. As we delve into a deeper level of awareness we will take our practice down to the floor for a yin practice, (the lunar aspect) targeting the connective tissue of the hip, pelvis and lower spine. We will also work on opening and releasing tension in the shoulders. By balancing the solar and the lunar - strength and receptivity - you will find clarity, wholeness and deep peace. Some yoga experience recommended.

Infinity is a concept in many fields, most predominantly mathematics and physics, that refers to a quantity or quality without bound or end. Deriving from the Latin word infinitas or "unboundedness". A perfect circle is a beautiful example of infinity, having no beginning, no end, and a smooth unbound continuity. We can see circles naturally in the sun/moon circling our round earth every day, and we can relate and resonate these concepts in to our yoga practices to find ease gliding our bodies in to more challenging inversions and arm balances! This class is designed to draw you in to feeling an infinite connectivity to your bodies, your asana practice, and Moma Earth. Cleansing breath work will be fused with stamina and strengthening techniques to build confidence in your abilities to get in to yoga postures that flip your world upside down! Come discover the unbound joy of growing an inversion practice, being lead through an energizing while restorative asana flow. A Sunday practice bringing synchronicity to the end of one week and the beginning of the next. All levels are welcome!

A proprietary blend of all that you love about yoga in one unique-to-Yen Yoga class! Practice in our heated studio to increase the flexibility in each joint, muscle and cell. This class will be a challenging blend of vinyasa flow and traditional static postures; highlighting the breath and movement sequencing to draw you deeply inward and to leave you feeling completely re-energized and uplifted. This class will builds stamina, flexibility, strength and balance and works the entire body, from the inside out, from bones to skin. This class will be the same sequence every time, to give you the opportunity to track your personal growth, and will be taught by rotating Yen Yoga Instructors. The environment will be heated to roughly 95 degrees and will incorporate motivating music. The class is designed for all levels.

Yin Yoga has the same goals and objectives as any other school of yoga; however, it directs the stimulation beyond the muscular ("yang") tissues, and instead targets the connective ("yin") tissues, such as the ligaments, bones, and even the joints of the body that normally are not exercised very much in a more active style of asana practice. Suitable for almost all levels of students, Yin Yoga is a perfect complement to the dynamic and muscular (yang) styles of yoga that emphasize internal heat, and the lengthening and contracting of our muscles. Yin Yoga generally targets the connective tissues of the hips, pelvis, and lower spine. All levels welcome. 60 minutes.

Condition your body and build long, lean muscles through a challenging and innovative sequence of exercises blending intervals of core training, yoga, isometrics and resistance work.

Relax, refresh and renew. In this restorative yoga class, students will journey through a series of passive, meditative-type postures. Each asana will be held for several minutes to encourage a deeper sense of relaxation to the mind and muscles. Props, blankets and bolsters will be used as gentle support. Students will receive hands-on adjustments and use of aromatherapy products and lotions in a comfortably heated room. Restorative yoga is a nice complement to all yoga levels and lifestyles. Come prepared to be pampered and reawakened.

Vinyasa classes link breath and movement, both within and between the asanas (poses), creating a dynamic and flowing practice. Intelligently designed to warm the body and build toward more challenging poses, vinyasa classes have often been described as meditation through movement. Students will find a supportive environment to improve balance, strength and flexibility, and leave feeling more present, grounded and aware. Vinyasa classes typically include standing and seated poses, backbends, forward bends and twists, and are often, though not always, based on sun salutations.

Level I/II classes will explore vinyasas and individual asanas more slowly, with increased attention to alignment, breath and proper modifications. Vinyasa I/II classes are appropriate for beginners learning yoga, intermediate students learning modifications and variations, and advanced students who wish to move more slowly and intentionally. The room may be slightly heated depending on the instructor's preference and style. No prior experience required.

Level II/III classes will explore the vinyasas and asanas with the assumption that students are familiar with yoga and have the ability to modify postures when needed. The classes often move faster than I/II classes and typically explore more advanced asanas, including inversions. Though this level is intended for intermediate and advanced students, instructors will continue to offer modifications and encourage students to respect their unique edge. The room may be  heated depending on the instructor's preference and style. Prior yoga experience required.

A dynamic system of practicing asana, integrating breath and movement in a slightly heated room. Builds heat, endurance, strength and flexibility, and increases circulation. Sun salutations are an integral feature of the class, with each class being a diverse mixture of asanas. This is a physically challenging class that ends with deep relaxation. Prior yoga experience required.

This fun and energizing class is for students with existing basic knowledge of yoga movement and alignment. We will be integrating core strengthening exercises throughout the class. Having strength in the abdomen not only enhances all of your yoga postures but also helps to strengthen every system in your body. Prior yoga experienced required.

This slower paced, yet challenging, slow flow practice will help to build strength, stamina and flexibility. The slow flow will emphasize moving from the core using slow progressive, vinyasa sequences with longer holding standing and core postures. It is in the intensity of slowing down that we create the "burn" making us strong from the inside - out, cultivating outer strength from our deeper inner strength . As we "play our edges" both mentally and physically we will naturally become more focused and embodied. This practice will include warming and meditative Surya Namaskars (sun salutations) A and B; the "fire" of the practice: a slow, mindful practice encouraging the most "juice" out of every pose. We will also explore hip openers, twists, backbends and inversions. The room will be moderately heated. Yoga experience is recommended.

A slower paced vinyasa yoga class that allows time to go deeper and really explore the postures. Slow Flow is for those looking to experience a physically slower moving class. We will be holding postures that cover the entire body, and focusing on the breath which will help to create a supple and toned body. This class is soft and smooth and will cultivate strength and flexibility.

A slow and gentle practice that is perfect for beginners or anyone who wants to stretch and breathe in a calm environment. We mix up styles and move from floor to standing positions using props, blocks and blankets to assist us into and out of the poses. All levels of fitness are welcome. Classes are available in a 60-minute format. Great beginner class.

This is a special class for those who want to experience all over health benefits, mind-body-spirit. It allows you to focus the mind on your intention and to awaken the intention within the body. With practice, you will create strength and flexibility with ease and stability, resulting in greater health and well-being. Om Gentle Yoga is practiced in a warm room and for every body. Includes pranayama (breath work) and guided meditation.

In this dynamic Vinyasa yoga practice, you will realign your body, increase flexibility, develop strength and stamina, and focus your mind. The incorporation of sun salutations as well as the energizing, flowing sequence of postures will heat the body and deepen the breath. A basic knowledge and foundation of yoga practice is recommended. Power Yoga classes explore the vinyasas and asanas with the assumption that students are familiar with yoga and have the ability to modify postures when needed. The classes will often move faster and typically explore more advanced asanas, including inversions. Though this level is intended for intermediate and advanced students, instructors will continue to offer modifications and encourage students to respect their unique edge. Prior yoga experience required.

Yen Yin/Yang Yoga begins slowly, on the floor, accessing the pranic energy at the hips, pelvis and base of the spine. Through pranayama (breath) and asana (posture), we begin accessing the kundalini, or dynamic upward impulse, to remove energetic blocks that impede its flow. The yin approach is opposite of yang;­ rather than using muscular tension to go further, we first release deeply, using gentle but firm compression of the joints, relaxing whatever holds us back. In Yin Yoga, postures are often supported (using props like blocks and blankets to cradle the body) and held for longer periods of time. The long holds target the connective tissue, thus stimulating joint lubrication and bone density, and increasing the resting length of muscle spindles. After the lower body is opened, we proceed to a vinyasa flow, which may include solar and lunar salutations, standing asanas, arm balances and inversions. Finally, we return back down to the floor to revisit the yin body and absorb the centered stillness of yoga. Yen Yin/Yang is very much needed to counterbalance the body's habitual tendencies, and is especially effective in enhancing yang methods of yoga­dynamic and muscular styles that emphasize internal heat, power and contraction. Beginner to intermediate level.

This class combines simple handweight exercises with basic hatha yoga postures to bring you a fun class that will strengthen and inspire you. The goal of the class is to bring together awareness of the breath and alignment of the body while simultaneously working out with light handweights. You will experience a sense of both strength and length. Beginner to intermediate level. 60 minutes.

Yin Yoga has the same goals and objectives as any other school of yoga; however, it directs the stimulation beyond the muscular ("yang") tissues, and instead targets the connective ("yin") tissues, such as the ligaments, bones, and even the joints of the body that normally are not exercised very much in a more active style of asana practice. Suitable for almost all levels of students, Yin Yoga is a perfect complement to the dynamic and muscular (yang) styles of yoga that emphasize internal heat, and the lengthening and contracting of our muscles. Yin Yoga generally targets the connective tissues of the hips, pelvis, and lower spine. All levels welcome. 60 minutes. Please note this class will be heated around 90-100 degrees to help facilitate deepness and lengthens of the muscles.

This slower paced, yet challenging, slow flow practice will help to build strength, stamina and flexibility. The slow flow will emphasize moving from the core using slow progressive, vinyasa sequences with longer holding standing and core postures. It is in the intensity of slowing down that we create the "burn" making us strong from the inside - out, cultivating outer strength from our deeper inner strength . As we "play our edges" both mentally and physically we will naturally become more focused and embodied. This practice will include warming and meditative Surya Namaskars (sun salutations) A and B; the "fire" of the practice: a slow, mindful practice encouraging the most "juice" out of every pose. We will also explore hip openers, twists, backbends and inversions. The room will be moderately heated. Yoga experience is recommended.

This class will be a fusion designed to expand our focus beyond yoga and introduce unique strength and circuit training exercises to jump start your metabolism and increase your cardiovascular endurance. Students will be lead through specific core and overall muscular toning and training techniques combined with a variety of yoga asanas, to lead you into beginning your day with a total mind & body workout. Classes will vary weekly between 30 minutes of bootcamp activities, followed by 30 minutes of yoga asanas; and a combined 60 minutes fusion of the two. Specific fitness goals of students will be welcomed and happily incorporated in to class per requests to Christie. Bootcamp + Yoga will involve fun, creative and intense workouts including: strength training, circuit training, yoga, and pranayama (Cleansing & Rejuvenating Breathing) with upbeat motivating music to motivate you to wake up and seize the day!

We are exposed to toxins every day—through the food we eat, the air we breathe, the products we use and more; even our emotions and thoughts, when negative or repressed, can be as unhealthy as a poor diet or inactive lifestyle. Practiced for centuries in ayurvedic and Chinese medicine systems and other cultures, detoxification is about stimulating, cleansing, and nourishing the body from the inside out. Detox Flow Yoga gives students familiar with the standard poses of vinyasa flow yoga a mind-body-spirit immersion that explores: Meditations and reflections for releasing stagnant mental patterns, Sun salutations and other effective poses—unique movement combinations that stimulate the circulatory and lymphatic systems and help clear out toxins, and guided instruction for building your practice. We detoxify so that we may show up more fully, and with more vitality, in each moment of each day. Sunday detox yoga flow will help boost prana (life / energy force) and rid your body from toxins built up through the week. Class will involve lots of juicy twists and specific asanas targeted to eliminate toxins and wastes from the body's various systmes; resulting in an experience that will leave you feeling fresh, clear, and blissful inside and out!

Ashtanga class is intended to introduce the practice of Ashtanga yoga in a safe, comprehensive, and fun format. Students will learn Sun Salutations (Surya Namaskara), standing postures, and the initial seated postures of the Primary Series. Students are highly encouraged to join this series as a great way to become familiar with this dynamic physical practice and with the Primary Series, the first of 6 in the Ashtanga system and to deepen your current yoga practice. Students will learn the benefits of yoga, breathing techniques, sun salutations, standing postures, and seated postures. Alignment and geometry of the poses will be broken down so that the students can feel more connected to the poses. An established vinyasa practice is recommended for this class.

This is a focused practice designed to strengthen and develop flexibility of the spine. In this class you will learn reliable and practical methods to release tension and pain from your back, neck and shoulders. Carefully selected yoga postures and breathing techniques will help you release deep-seated tension from muscles and joints. You will learn proper alignment techniques and what you can do yourself to best support and keep your back open. You’ll discover a new sense of flexibility and strength, feel more energized and at the same time experience a quieting of mind and a deep sense of relaxation.

You will love our Mat Pilates classes! Pilates strengthens the core muscles that support the spine (neck, shoulders, abs, hips and thighs), and helps bring balance into the body. Most body aches and pains are due to muscular imbalance; Pilates helps to realign the spine in order to decrease tension, increase flexibility and strengthen the body from the inside out. Classes are available in a 60-minute format. All levels welcome.

After learning the essential exercises in Pilates the focus in the powermat classes is on a review and increased pace. Challenge and intensity is added through the use of small equipment such as overballs, flex bands, hand weights, stability balls, fitness circles, toning balls, body bars and foam rollers.

Enhance your Matwork routine with the added resistance of the Flex-Band, Fitness Circle, and Toning Balls. These small yet powerful accessories will add intensity and energy to your favorite Pilates exercises. Watch as your abs, buns, thighs, legs and arms become more sculpted and toned.

Barre Fusion is a high-energy fitness class that consistently delivers results. Combines core conditioning, pilates, yoga, and barre work for a well-toned body. This class is open to all levels and requires no prior experience, but postures do advance. The class is choreographed in sections so each flows into the next along with music to set the rhythm of the workout.  The focus of the class is to bring each muscle to fatigue and then stretch it back out to burn fat and tone from the smaller muscle groups first. Small, isometric contractions recruit more muscle fibers to tighten, tone, and lift each part of the body!

Do you wish to experience less stress, more awareness, greater efficiency and better quality sleep? Yen Yoga & Fitness invites you to join our Sunday 9 a.m. meditation classes where you will learn the basics of Vipassana and Zen meditation. Through instruction, sound and mindful conversation, you will gain knowledge, wisdom and experience while being guided through each step by our instructors. There is no charge for this class. Students should arrive respectfully five minutes before starting time, wearing comfortable clothing.