Galena Yoga Center
Class Descriptions

Vinyasa Yoga - Go with the flow! Vinyasa Class focuses on the elements of breathing and movement in yoga. There is less detailed instruction and more activity than in the Gentle Yoga and Shirsasana Classes. Jeff and Tracey lead students through series of poses, each sliding to the next at the speed of smooth, deep breath. Be prepared to sweat a little and leave class buoyant, refreshed, and calm. Because of the more active, less monitored nature of this class, students should be moderately fit and have some prior knowledge of basic yoga poses. Many people find that the rhythmic breath/body work of a Vinyasa session prepares them for effective meditation and students are invited to take advantage of the free meditation hour that follows the class.

Foundations of Yoga - This five week course introduces students to Hatha Yoga.  We will explore physical postures and breathing techniques within the context of the larger yogic system. We will challenge our balance and our stability, gain better focus and improve our flexibility throughout the course.  Students will be introduced to principles and strategies which will allow them success within their personal capacity.

Gentle Yoga (Level I Yoga) - Gentle Yoga (Level I Yoga) - This on-going class is geared toward yoga students who have completed the Foundations series or who have recent yoga expereicne. It will continue with the themes established in the Foundations course but will introduce many new poses, ways to gain greater flexibility and stability and introduce other healthful yogic techniques. This class is geared toward individual needs, taking into account past injuries or chronic joint pain/stiffness to allow students to feel ease in their bodies.

Shirsasana (Level II Yoga) Shirsasana means “Head Balance pose”. This on-going class, meeting once a week, refines the work done in Tadasana classes and challenges students in their stability and increases focus in the breath. Students know their limitations and abilities and need less direction. New ideas are presented and students find new ways to approach their yoga. This class assumes a deeper knowledge of yoga practices, a willingness to try to new things, and an established, on-going home practice.

Basics of Meditation - This four-week course will help students enjoy the practice of meditation. Students will learn proper physical alignment, special breathing procedures, the sophisticated use of sound, walking practice, and many other techniques which can leave you calm without dullness and full of vitality without agitation.

Yoga for Men - (Five-week beginner's class) Traditionally the intent of yoga was to serve the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of men. Yoga for Men emphasizes the principles that more fully address the male experience in yoga. Your instructor, Jeff Wright, brings to class almost 20 years of teaching experience, over thirty-five years of yoga practice, and 58 years of joy and tribulation as a man. Join Jeff for this unique class.

Yoga for Full-figured Women - This beginner’s five-week yoga course is designed for the full-figured woman who desires a supportive, fun, and personalized approach to mind/body health. Students can expect to gain more stability, balance, flexibility, and strength while learning techniques to reduce the negative effects of stress. Every BODY can enjoy and learn yoga techniques. Enjoy!