CLASS DESCRIPTIONS the number 1 or 2 indicates relative intensity level of the class GENTLE YOGA (1) Come experience slow-paced, gentle movement blended with meditation and inspired readings. This class will help you release physical tension and mental stress while fostering flexibility and deep relaxation. Most of the time is spent down on the mat using supportive blankets, blocks, bolsters and straps. You will leave feeling centered, calm, peaceful and bathed in Divine Love. Well suited for those new to yoga, those who are low on energy and those with minor physical limitations. No yoga experience needed. GENTLE YIN YOGA W/ REIKI (1) A beautiful complement to more active yoga and suitable for many levels, Gentle Yin and Reiki is a practice of seated and reclined poses that invite you to be with and observe sensations and responses of body and mind. Release physical, emotional, energetic and spiritual blockages creating a calm, free flow of energy. Find healing, strength and overall well-being. Make this your practice to begin or advance your yoga journey. OPEN YOGA (2) Often called All Levels Yoga - This accessible approach to yoga is both powerful and empowering. You will be provided the opportunity to learn and refine the basics of alignment and form in each pose with clear instruction and individual support so healthy beginners and seasoned yogis alike will feel successful. Many types of poses will be explored and modifications will be offered for students of every experience level. You will leave class relaxed, refreshed, and inspired. CHAIR YOGA (1) This is the perfect class for beginners and those seeking more confidence in their yoga practice. Using a chair enables you to safely learn and explore alignment, balance and movement of the body in various seated and standing yoga poses. These movements, combined with breathing and meditation techniques, help you energize, strengthen and relax both body and mind. Students with physical limitations are encouraged to come! QIGONG aka CHINESE YOGA (1) Qigong is a mind-body practice that ignites our internal healing capacity. Included are gentle movements, breath practice, self-applied massage and meditation. Can be done standing or seated in a chair. FLOW & RESTORE/SLOW FLOW (2) In this class students will flow mindfully through a variety of postures designed to build flexibility and internal heat at a slow, steady pace. Class then cools down with Restorative Yoga postures, which settle the body and mind. Ample modifications will be offered to make the class accessible and fun. JOURNEY DANCE (1) A one hour journey of guided movement, intention, community fun and healing. Led by Rev Jennifer Pedrick. All ages welcome and no dance skill is needed. YOGA BALANCE (1) This gentle class is based on structural posture alignment and mobility of spine and joints through yoga poses and breath work. Students will use a chair to varying degrees in order to learn key poses which build strength, balance and flexibility. This class can be a tool to advance into other yoga classes. Students leave centered, energized and better equipped to enjoy everyday activities. YOGA FOR STRENGTH (2) This upbeat, energetic class blends all the bliss and flow of intermediate level yoga with a special focus on toning and strength-building. Common yoga postures will be practiced with modifications offered. This class ends with guided relaxation. As always, you will leave class relaxed, refreshed, and inspired. STORY & STRETCH This 45-minute class is for children ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Books come alive through song, games, and yoga poses. Stories are carefully selected that naturally lend themselves to yoga. You’ve never seen a story time like this one! YOGA FOR KIDS Kids will improve strength, flexibility, and coordination. Children will learn how to focus and center themselves with various breathing and visualization techniques. They will practice fun and challenging poses, partner and group poses, lots of yoga games, and the practice of mindfulness. SPECIALTY CLASSES/WORKSHOPS Please check our website upcoming events page for details. SPIRITUAL/PERSONAL GROWTH OFFERINGS: WELLNESS CIRCLES FOR PARENTS Offered by The Sacred Center in partnership with St. Mary’s Church. These groups are led by Reverends Shelley Dungan and Jennifer Pedrick - an opportunity for parents to learn practices for personal & family well-being. 4 week session=$35.Drop in=$10 scholarships available. WOMEN’S DISCOVERY BOOK GROUP – Discover your capacity for deeper levels of self-care, kindness, contentment and connection. Our time together will include gentle yoga, refreshments, conversation in small and large groups. Through the books we read, we will explore ways to live healthier more balanced and courageous lives, on the journey toward wholeness. REST & RETURN – Offered monthly. Are you looking for a fresh Christian experience? Do you want to take time to tend to your body and soul? Join us for this mini-retreat led by Jennifer Pedrick, priest at St. Mary's Church and Shelley Dungan, Director of The Sacred Center. This spacious time will include prayer, ample silence and contemplative practices. Participants will have the opportunity to be nourished by Holy Scripture & Holy Communion. Offered to all looking for an embodied faith experience for a suggested donation of $30. Scholarships are available.