Introduction to Yoga with Mimi (Sat)
If you've never tried yoga, or would like a refresher on the basics, this is the class for you! Our certified instructors make learning yoga safe, fun and accessible in this class geared especially for beginners. They teach the fundamentals of breathing and alignment in basic yoga poses, gently guiding each student to access their inner grace, strength, balance and wisdom. All bodies, shapes and sizes welcome. See class schedule.

Fertile Yoga with Lisa (Fri)
Trying to conceive? Yoga is a great way to help you release the tension, fear, anger and depression that can accompany couples experiencing infertility and sabotage their best efforts to become pregnant. Taking the time to allow your body and mind to relax unleashes a powerful wave of harmony and healing that could potentially help you conceive. Created just for you, this class is intended to help you reclaim your fertile ground. Instructor Lisa Rosenthal, RYT, is a former fertility patient. She has worked for 17 years as a national patient advocate of couples facing infertility. Lisa trained with Lotus Gardens for her 200-hour RYT. She is uniquely qualified to understand the specific challenges that couples trying to conceive encounter. Focusing on stress reduction and mindfulness-based techniques, Lisa has crafted this class for women and men with all different diagnoses. Lisa and Fertile Yoga were featured on Eye Witness News Chanel 3 in May of 2011. Check it out here. Special thanks to Reproductive Medicine Associates of CT for sponsoring this class! See class schedule.

Gentle Flow with Mimi (Mon)
Ease into the week with this slow-flow vinyasa class. You’ll explore timing conscious movement and gentle yoga poses with breath. Ahhhh...! See class schedule.

Gentle Yoga with Missy (Tues), Supriya (Wed), and Mimi (Thurs)
Ease your way into yoga with a gentle yoga practice that is perfect for those who want to unwind without overexertion. Our certified instructors will compassionately guide you in gentle yoga poses and slow flow yoga that help the body and mind release tension. You will leave feeling deeply nurtured & restored. See class schedule.

Tai Chi Fusion with Kenneth (Thurs) Ends 4/25
This class combines the principals & practices of Tai Chi (moving meditation) and Chi Gong (flowing energy) to restore or maintain a healthy body, mind and spirit. You'll learn practices that circulate "Chi", or life-force energy, throughout the entire body – reducing stress & pain, lowering blood pressure and improving immune function and vitality! The class will include partner activities, health exercises and the Tai Chi Form– a gentle yet profound alchemy that is appropriate for all bodies and levels of experience.
See class schedule.

Yoga Basics
with Aline (Mon)
The perfect class series for absolute beginners! You will learn basic yoga poses (which will be modified based on your ability), as well as breathing and relaxation techniques in this well-rounded introduction to yoga. We'll practice mindfulness, stress reduction, and energy awareness so that you'll leave feeling empowered, relaxed and open. No experience necessary! Starting June 3rd, this class will continue for the summer as a regular class on our schedule.

Flow Into The Weekend with Lisa Ends 6/14
The perfect mixed-level yoga class to shift gears into weekend mode. Lisa will help you unwind from the grind, with a moderate level flowing practice. You'll breathe and move and let go of stress – all while cultivating mindfulness and relaxation. This class is ending on 6/14/13. See class schedule.

Hatha Flow with Mary G. (Tues)
A flowing moderate practice that integrates the breath and movement in a harmonious way. In this class we will work on proper alignment, building strength and flexibility; while learning to deepen your practice. Come prepared to leave the stress at the door and unwind to find your inner peace through a fun flowing yoga class! See class schedule.

Kripalu Yoga with Gloria (Wed)
A well-rounded class for beginning & intermediate students that helps release chronic tension, activate energy, develop strength in the body, and cultivate inner focus and clear awareness. Classes include asanas (postures), pranayam (breathing techniques) as well as brief periods of meditation and/or relaxation. Compassionate self-acceptance is taught as an essential element of the practice, helping student let go of their judgemental mind as well as their stress. See class schedule.

Kripalu Yoga by Donationwith Heather
A mixed-level Kripalu style yoga class on Sunday afternoons, perfect for those who want a way to top off their weekend with an inspiring class. Come away relaxed, centered and ready to face your work week! This is our special by-donation class, with any amount, large or small, going to charity. Find out more about our by-donation classes and the charities we support.

Lunchtime Yoga by Donation with Saeeda
This 1-hour class takes a holistic approach to yoga by combining asana (postures) practice with shavasana (relaxation), pranayam (breath work) followed by a brief meditation. All students are welcome to come and pay what they wish. A portion of the proceeds gos to charity – find out more here. See class schedule.

Mixed Level Yoga
with Gloria (Mon), Karen P. (Mon), Lisa (Tues), Colette (Wed), Jessica (Thurs), Wendy V. (Fri), Staff (Sat), and Colette (Sun)
This creative, engaging and relaxing class is an eclectic blend of many yogic traditions and styles. Each teacher brings their own style and sensibility to the practice, so each class is unique. What they all have in common is an intention to meet you at your level; modyfying postures to accomodate varing needs, thus offering both beginning and advanced students a satisfying, accessible, and transformative yogic experience. See class schedule.

Not-So-Gentle Yoga
with Colette
A moderate not-so-gentle class with a heart-opening approach that will challenge you (just enough), while never forcing. We'll focus on cultivating flexibility, balance, strength and creating an empowered life both on and off the mat! Starting in the summer, this class will be called Slow Sweet Flow - see below. See class schedule.

Slow Sweet Flow Starts 6/26
with Colette
A moderate level slow-flowing vinyasa class with a heart-opening approach that will challenge you (just enough), while never forcing. We'll focus on cultivating flexibility, balance, strength and creating an empowered life both on and off the mat! See class schedule.

Flow Into The Weekend with Lisa Ends 6/14
The perfect mixed-level yoga class to shift gears into weekend mode. Lisa will help you unwind from the grind, with a moderate level flowing practice. You'll breathe and move and let go of stress – all while cultivating mindfulness and relaxation. This class is ending on 6/14/13. See class schedule.

Hatha Flow with Mary G. (Tues)
A flowing moderate practice that integrates the breath and movement in a harmonious way. In this class we will work on proper alignment, building strength and flexibility; while learning to deepen your practice. Come prepared to leave the stress at the door and unwind to find your inner peace through a fun flowing yoga class! See class schedule.

Lunchtime Yoga by Donation with Saeeda
This 1-hour class takes a holistic approach to yoga by combining asana (postures) practice with shavasana (relaxation), pranayam (breath work) followed by a brief meditation. All students are welcome to come and pay what they wish. A portion of the proceeds gos to charity – find out more here. See class schedule.

Mixed Level Yoga
with Gloria (Mon), Karen P. (Mon), Lisa (Tues), Colette (Wed), Jessica (Thurs), Wendy V. (Fri), Staff (Sat), and Colette (Sun)
This creative, engaging and relaxing class is an eclectic blend of many yogic traditions and styles. Each teacher brings their own style and sensibility to the practice, so each class is unique. What they all have in common is an intention to meet you at your level; modyfying postures to accomodate varing needs, thus offering both beginning and advanced students a satisfying, accessible, and transformative yogic experience. See class schedule.

Not-So-Gentle Yoga
with Colette
A moderate not-so-gentle class with a heart-opening approach that will challenge you (just enough), while never forcing. We'll focus on cultivating flexibility, balance, strength and creating an empowered life both on and off the mat! Starting in the summer, this class will be called Slow Sweet Flow - see below. See class schedule.

Slow Sweet Flow Starts 6/26
with Colette
A moderate level slow-flowing vinyasa class with a heart-opening approach that will challenge you (just enough), while never forcing. We'll focus on cultivating flexibility, balance, strength and creating an empowered life both on and off the mat! See class schedule.

Drum and Dance with Supriya
Join Supriya for a yoga-dance journey to the beat of live drums! Supriya weaves dance, yoga, meditation, improvisation and play to create a personal & communal journey of discovery and delight. You will leave feeling relaxed, connected and alive. Come to dance, drum or both. No experience is necessary. All you need is an open heart and a willingness to move and be moved. - See special events.


YogaDance with Gloria
This class is a little yoga, a lot of dance, and more fun than you ever thought exercise could be. Infuse your life with heart-pumping, soul-filling, funkadelic joy! No dance or yoga experience necessary; YogaDance is all about freeing your own inner dancer! YogaDance is currently not on our weekly schedule, but if you have a group of girlfriends who would like to move and groove, let us know and we can create a class for you!