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About Yoga
Yoga is the control of the restlessness of the mind, and literally means to yoke (join, link), bind, or unite. It is a comprehensive, dynamic way of living and being in the world to support greater consciousness, well-being, and peace.
While having stood the test of time (being thousands of years old) and known as an ancient science, modern science, too, is recognizing yoga's tremendous effectiveness and value. “The aim of Yoga is to know the truth, which is one’s Self. This knowledge alone can help us to free ourselves from all turmoil and petty mindedness… By knowing your true nature, you will also know the truth in others. It is in that truth that we come together.”
~Swami Satchidānanda, founder of Integral Yoga® |
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About Integral Yoga®
Integral Yoga® is a system of yoga founded by wellness pioneer, interfaith visionary, and humanitarian Sri Swami Satchidānanda (1914—2002). The aim of Integral Yoga is to cultivate harmony in body, mind and feelings so that we may know our peaceful expanded, eternal self and spiritual unity with the diversity of existence. Integral Yoga integrates 6 branches of yoga philosophy and practice as a path towards achieving this harmony and unity:
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In Integral Yoga®, we approach each Hatha Yoga class as a comprehensive physical practice to not only support the well-being of the body (including, but not limited to, promoting greater flexibility, strength, circulation, and balance), but also to prepare one for centering the mind and experiencing a profound sense of peace and well-being. Integral Yoga is a great support for stress management.
Integral Yoga Hatha classes include chanting (sound vibration); āsanas (physical postures); yoga nidrā (guided deep relaxation); prāṇāyāma (breathing practices); and a brief meditation. Āsanas include sun salutations, back bends, forward bends, inversions, and spinal twists. As ways to facilitate the student centering the mind and going inward, in addition to the different practices included in each class (described above), in an Integral Yoga Hatha class:
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*Safety Note: See here for information on practicing without a mat and/or other yoga practice preparation/considerations, including troubleshooting a slippery mat, how to position your computer/device in relationship to your mat and lighting, and more. |
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Zoom Group Hatha Class Schedule All group Hatha classes are being offered on a sliding scale basis of $12 to $20 per class. I accept payment via PayPal or Apple Pay Cash. See here for my prenatal yoga classes.
*Those who pay for my Thursday morning Hatha Yoga class can take my Self-Breema® Exercises class that starts immediately before (10:30am to 10:55am) for free. "An estimated 80 to 90 percent of visits to the doctor are stress-related but only less than 3% of doctors talk to their patients about how to reduce stress. Yoga, meditation, and other mind-body practices train your body and mind to be able to cope with stress better and improve overall health and well-being." ~Psychology Today article Yoga for Stress Relief
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* I'm considering offering one or more 75 minute classes each week (probably in the morning). If a 75 minute yoga class would suit you better, please let me know. |
Yoga Nidrā, also known as "Yogic Sleep," is a guided deep relaxation practice. This class also includes breathing practice(s) to support oxygenation, reduction from stress, and improved well-being.
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See here for other yoga practice preparation/considerations, including how to position your computer/device in relationship to your mat and lighting. |
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Zoom Group Yoga Nidrā Class Schedule
All group Yoga Nidrā classes are being offered on a sliding scale basis of $5 to $15 per class. I accept payment via PayPal or Apple Pay Cash. This class is free if you take the 7pm to 7:25pm Self-Breema® Exercises class immediately before the Yoga Nidrā class.
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Integral Yoga® Prenatal Hatha Classes are Integral Yoga® Hatha Classes ("IYHC") adapted to address and support the special considerations of pregnancy. While the prenatal yoga class is in many ways different (including pacing/flow, āsanas, and more) than the standard hatha yoga class, my prenatal yoga classes, like my IYHCs, include chanting (sound vibration); āsanas (physical postures); yoga nidrā (guided deep relaxation); prāṇāyāma (breathing practices); and a brief meditation. Also included in these prenatal yoga classes is time to check in with and support participants with how they are currently doing/feeling.
These prenatal yoga classes are designed to offer a safe, comprehensive practice to not only support the well-being of the body (including promoting strength, mobility, circulation, balance, and easing or possibly preventing common discomforts of pregnancy), but also mind and feelings (including increasing sense of peace and calm, connection to self and intuition, confidence, and ability to navigate and cope with life challenges and stress). The classes also offer an opportunity for community/connection, and oftentimes the sharing of helpful information regarding pregnancy and the birthing journey. Participants at all stages of pregnancy are welcome, and can have any level/experience with yoga, including having never practiced yoga before. If you are new to Yoga, you may want to wait until after the 1st Trimester of your pregnancy to begin practicing Yoga.
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Zoom Group Prenatal Class Schedule
All group Prenatal Hatha classes are being offered on a sliding scale basis of $12 to $20 per class. I accept payment via PayPal or Apple Pay Cash.
*I also teach prenatal yoga classes on alternating Tuesdays at Integral Yoga Institute San Francisco ("IYI-SF"). Click the "See when Prenatal is offered" button under the Prenatal Class description on IYI-SF's website to see which days I am scheduled to teach & to register for a prenatal IYI-SF class. "Research suggests that prenatal yoga is safe and can have many benefits for pregnant women and their babies. Prenatal yoga can:
"Experts agree these exercises are safest for pregnant women... Modified yoga... Yoga reduces stress, improves flexibility, and encourages stretching and focused breathing." ~ACOG.org's Exercise During Pregnancy
ACOG's April 2020 Committee Opinion Physical Activity and Exercise During Pregnancy and the Postpartum Period
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Who can learn & practice:
To Prepare for Soizig's Integral Yoga® Hatha Yoga Class:
#1 Guideline During Yoga Class -- Self-Care!:
Benefits of Private Yoga Instruction include:
In addition to group classes, I also offer private yoga classes. This can be great for new students, people with special considerations, and/or who otherwise prefer private classes, and enables me to offer one-to-one support throughout the class to guide you in performing the practices:
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Class Chants
Brief chanting is included during Integral Yoga Hatha classes and students are encouraged to participate in the chanting, if they are comfortable to do so. Ability to sing is not important.
Below are chants we may do in Integral Yoga Hatha classes, for new students who might like to become familiar with them before class. Some chants are done responsively, some are done together, and some are done only by the teacher. (Sanskrit is typically done responsively, and the English translation is done together.) PRONUNCIATION TIP: Ś in Sanskrit is pronounced "sh"(so the Ś in Śānti (peace) is pronounced "sh")
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