Hatha is a slower-paced class making it one of the more accessible styles of yoga. With that said, students can still expect to be challenged in this strong class with longer holds and thoughtful transitions. These classes are generally taught without music as a way to help you tune in and focus on the shapes without distraction. The class will incorporate some core work, some weight-bearing on the hands, standing postures, and working on the back and stomach.

Vinyasa/Flow/Power is generally a faster-paced class than Hatha, so while it isn’t mandatory, it’s good to have a least an idea of the foundational shapes such as Warrior 2, Downward Facing Dog, Cobra vs Updog, low lunge, etc. The class will incorporate some core work, weight-bearing on the hands, standing postures, and working on the back and stomach. 

Hot is typically a heated practice which takes place at 40°C with 40% humidity. Traditionally Hot is a set sequence working towards Dancer's Pose. Having taught Hot for almost 10 years, I've made a few adaptations to add variety that supports the sequence making it a fun and fiery class. The class is similar to Hatha and will incorporate some core work, standing postures, and working on the back and stomach with much less weight-bearing on the hands. 

Yin is about tuning into our parasympathetic nervous system, allowing the body to relax and ease into a posture. Contrary to what some may think, yin isn’t a “stretching class” as we aren’t actively engaging the muscles. Because of this props are often used so that you can settle into the posture feeling supported without going beyond your range of motion as you hold a shape. Class incorporates shapes that are seated, on the back and stomach and are often held for 2-5 minutes each (though this can vary). Unlike a Hatha, hot or vinyasa practice where there may be more guidance throughout the class to help hold the energy and intention of the practice, this is often a quieter practice. Guidance is given on variations of a shape to help set you up and to help you release a shape before moving on to the next one and generally consists of having quiet space for yourself in between. Ambient music, binaural beats, and/or soft instrumental music will usually accompany the class to help create a relaxing environment.

This is a low-impact and high-intensity class where we work with higher repetitions to build muscle endurance which can result in more of a sleek toned appearance with consistency. This class incorporates the whole body, focusing on movement with the intention. The exercises incorporated are largely inspired by Pilates Fusion classes, the Tracy Anderson Method, dance conditioning, physio exercises and yoga. Using a variety of mat conditioning exercises, the class will focus largely on core, glutes, inner thighs, and shoulder stability. Each exercise may have a primary focus, but the whole body will participate throughout each movement making this a fun and challenging workout. The class involves working on the back, tabletop and plank position, and may at times include working on the stomach, seated and standing.