Welcome to Yoga Moves

Beginning
Introduces simple postures for the novice. Focuses on breath and the language of Yoga.

Moderate
For the advanced beginner with less explanation and more postures.

Vigorous
For the more seasoned student with at least a year of asana practice.

Viniyoga
Emphasis is on breath and movement recognizing individual capacities.

Ashtanga
A series of postures sewn together with breath and movement transitions. YogaMoves offers the first of six series.

Vinyasa
A flow-based movement integrated with breath and alignment. Based on the Ashtanga series.

Prenatal
Gentle Yoga for pregnant women with an emphasis on preparation for birth.

Kundalini Yoga
This system of yoga makes conscious use of energy channels such as the breath and chakras in the process of awakening the Kundalini. Kundalini is the energy of the non-physical, divine, and infinite experienced within the physical and infinite. Classes are designed to assist participants in developing an intimate and creative relationship with their breath and energy.

Continuum
Continuum is a movement based meditation practice based on Emily Conrad's Continuum Movement. Utilizes slow fluid movement, sound, and deep internal concentration. Sessions are open to all.

Contact Improv
Contact improvisation is a dance technique using touch. Students learn to safely exchange weight, balance and rythym. All ages, skill levels and sizes welcome.

Modern Dance for those that have had very limited or no dance training. Taught by Colleen Mulvihill and Eliza Kuelthan. The class incorporates movement from various disciplines, including Modern Dance, Pilates and Yoga. Class begins September 10th and runs for tens weeks ending November 16th. Fridays from 12:00 noon to 1:30pm. You must pre-register for this class.

Class objectives:

• introduce a modern dance vocabulary: floor work, standing work and across the floor combinations

• develop an active appreciation of moving to music supported by breath and rhythm

• develop a basic understanding of anatomy and bring into use sound body alignment and energetic body connectivity

• increase awareness of principles of mobility/stability, flexibility/strength, function/expression

• And finally to experience the joy and freedom of using ones body as instrument of expression

Acting A dynamic class where participants get the chance to explore body movement and voice. Classical theatre and improvisation techniques as well as theatre games will be used as tools for expression. Open to all, no experience necessary. You must pre-register for this class.

Pilates Mat Class
Pilates is a unique method of body conditioning using stretching and strengthening exercises developed by Joseph H. Pilates over ninety years ago. It improves posture, strenthens and tones muscles, provides flexibility and balance, unites mind and body and creates a more streamlined shape. In these classes we will be working with the principals of neutral spine, how to effectively work the muscles and open the joints without straining in the neck and shoulders and learning how to use the deeper abdominals; so important in stabalizing the trunk and therefore protecting the lower back.

Trapeze
Described as "yoga in the air", still trapeze is safe, close to the ground, and great for building strength and balance. Children's program part of "Circus After School". You must pre-register for this class.

Children's Creative Movement
For children 3-11 years of age. Skills include somersault, sartwheels and improvisational movement. Part of the "Circus After School" program. Lots of fun! You must pre-register for this class.

Children's Juggling and Balancing
Juggling and balancing juggling balls, sticks, etc. Balancing with partners and on bongo board. Part of "Circus After School" program. You must pre-register for this class.

Creative Dance for Adults
This class is for anyone who likes to move and would like to find new ways of expression through dance. NO PREVIOUS DANCE EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY. The class will consist of creative movement improvisation for individual and group dance experiences. Come explore your kinesthetic sense and the beauty of pure organic movement from the inside out. Discover the joy of creating your own unique artistic expression using the body as your instrument. The art of movement will be explored through many themes such as force, space and shape, time and rhythm, sound, etc. We will create a container for a supportive and safe environment where the atmosphere for true freedom of expression is honored and nurtured. Jean Tobias Boone received her training at the Tucson Creative Dance Center with Barbara Mettler and has been a Santa Fe resident for 17 years. To register for the class or for more information please call Jean at 986 -1377.

Hanna Somatics Exercises™
Designed to release muscle tension. To Pandiculate: to stretch one's self as upon awakening.

Inversion Swing
Explores yoga postures from an inverted swing that is safe for all levels. It especially assists back and neck ailments and it's wonderful for cyclists and runners. Some claim the inverted poses will keep you forever young! Inversion Swing classes are limited to 4 people and pre-registration is required.
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