iyengar yoga class descriptionsLevel 1
For beginners and seasoned beginners. Introduces foundational poses, builds stamina, alignment and poise. Introduces inversions, pranayama and philosophy.

Level 2
For beginners, seasoned beginners, and serious students. Assumes understanding of foundational poses, introduces intermediate poses. Builds stamina and alignment, refines inversions, pranayama and philosophy.

Level 3
Students in this class should have at least six -nine months of consistent practice of Iyengar yoga prior to attending this class. Assumes understanding of foundational poses, introduces intermediate poses. Builds stamina and alignment, refines inversions, pranayama and philosophy.

Level 4
Students in this class should have at least one year of consistent practice of Iyengar yoga prior to attending this class. The emphasis of this class goes beyond gross physical actions of basic asana and pranayama. It teaches more complex asana and pranayamas, subtle action in basic poses, higher levels of concentration and coordination of mental and physical states as part of a complete yoga practice. Assumes a consistent home practice and understanding of all foundational poses going into intermediate and advanced poses. Continues work with pranayama and philosophy.

Level 5
For serious students and teachers. Assumes a consistent home practice and understanding of all foundational poses going into intermediate and advanced poses, pranayama and philosophy. Focuses on standing and seated poses, head balancing, shoulderstand variations, and unsupported backbends.

Ageless Yoga
For all ages and levels. Developed especially for people over 50 years old, this class focuses on helping to enhance flexibility, strength, and balance in a supportive environment.

Introductory Series
For students new to Iyengar yoga. Introduces foundational poses. Appropriate for those returning to or starting a yoga practice, or for those who have done other kinds of yoga but who have not studied Iyengar methodology.

Backcare
This back class is for people looking to support back health, care and comfort, but not in acute pain.  Classical asanas are taught with support and are modified to suit each individual.  Standing poses, forward bends, twists, and beginning backbends are taught along with resting asanas all supported to give relief from pain and understanding of extension and how to move from the hips and shoulders.

Community Yoga
For all ages and levels.

Master Class
Master Classes with Senior Iyengar Teachers for serious students and teachers. Assumes a consistent home practice and understanding of all foundational poses going into intermediate and advanced poses, pranayama and philosophy.