CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
vinyasa
Our vinyasa classes are fast paced, flowy and fun! Each vinyasa class will provide high energy music and fresh sequences to inspire creativity, warm the body and move intentionally to the rhythm of your breath. These classes are suitable for all levels, but some yoga experience is recommended.
hatha
Hatha is a Sanskrit word that can be broken down into two smaller words: ha, meaning “sun,” and tha, meaning “moon.” This practice uses the solar and lunar energies of each breath to create strength and flexibility in the body. Each asana (pose) is held for a substantial duration, which makes it an excellent practice for beginners, or those seeking a balanced yoga practice.
katonah
Katonah Yoga® is a syncretic Hatha yoga practice developed by Nevine Michaan over 40 years. She and her teachers incorporate classical Hatha yoga with Taoist theory, geometry, magic, mythology, metaphor, and imagination- in a practical framework designed to potentiate personal and communal well-being. Framing the practice, maps of time and personal space are defined and refined. Themes using asana as origami, manipulating form for function, and developing a sense of personal measure are incorporated into Katonah Yoga practices.
Katonah Yoga is organized around three principles of esoteric dialogue: all polarities are mediated by the trinity; the universe has a pattern, and pattern belies intelligence; by virtue of repetition, there is potential for insight. Disciplined techniques are organized for revelation through revolutions.
Katonah Yoga Center
39 Main Street
Bedford Hills, NY 10517
flow + restore
Connect with your body, mind, and spirit, through a mix of movement and stillness. This fusion class will feature dynamic vinyasa to warm and sweat the body along with different pranayama practices to harmonize with the breath. For the final parts of the class, we will nurture the parasympathetic nervous system with deeply relaxing restorative poses. All levels are welcome!
yin
Yin is a Chinese word representing the feminine or negative polarity in nature. Yin classes consist of very few postures, in which yogis may unwind into long and deep stretches to shift fascia and move qi (energy) through the meridians of the body. Think about it like a full body massage, or needle-free acupuncture treatment!
yoga strengthening
Build the strength and flexibility to confidently participate in group yoga classes. Do not worry about intimidating Sanskrit names, or being “in-shape”, to get started! Wear comfortable clothes and be ready to have fun, sweat, and stretch!
yinyasa
Yinyasa is a fusion of yin and yang asanas: move your energy through your meridians during 15 minutes of deep stretching, and then complete the practice with a vigorous, full body vinyasa flow. Practice ends in stillness and meditation. Suitable for all levels, but some experience is recommended. Wear something comfortable that you can stretch and sweat in!
ritual flow
Ritual Flow will help you find the space between poses while still retaining the gentle rhythm of a flow yoga class. A slower pace allows time to refine fundamentals of alignment and more fully explore sensations. The pacing will be accessible for newer students as well as those with more experience.
restorative
Restorative yoga is a gentle, slow, still style of yoga that involves long, passive holds in a series of 4-6 restful poses. Yogis are often supported by props to enhance or deepen their experience and achieve a state of total relaxation and release.
Props are available in-studio, but feel free to bring your own! Wear comfortable clothes and come ready for a restful experience!