Spring into a new perspective!

Hope you had a Blessed Winter; Spring will be soon to Sprout! To reap positive benefits, please commit yourself to at least one class each week. By commiting to regular practice, you declare your wellbeing as a priority, and can develop & grow positive physical benefits. You also support your yoga studio. Without a practicing community, the studio cannot survive. Cultivate local services & businesses that you appreciate by supporting them regularly, not just in thought. Let's grow the kind of community we hope to have and pass on to the next generation!

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In addition to holding several fitness and yoga certifications, Laura has been studying holistic nutrition, buddhist philosophy/psychology and living a daily practice of Yoga, Buddhism & meditation since 2005. Her intuitive teaching is aimed at opening the doors of awareness within her students, awakening them to their own inner wisdom. The treasure that unfolds during their practice is the fruit of their effort, she simply points them in the right direction.

Her private lessons are custom tailored to suit her student's needs- incorporating all aspects of being- in order to remove obstacles to wellness and bring harmony to the mind, the body and the spirit. Private lessons can begin with a physical pratice alone, or she may offer a combination of yogasanas, open discussion, deep listening, philosophy, breath-work, meditation, meditative weight-lifitng or more. In the sessions, the goal is to understand the layers of illusions that are obstructing the right view of oneself. Removing those layers of misconception one by one, what was always there becomes apparent; the loving, healthy, happy and wise being at the core.

Influences: Yoga, ayurveda, vastu, Buddhism, environmentalism, Nature and science

The movement patterns in the Natural Method classes are highly influenced by many schools of yoga & movement. Large influences have been Swami Sivananda & Vishnudevananda, Shiva Rea, John Friend, & others. Ballet, Callenetics, Pilates & bellydance are also strong influences.

Inspiration: The joy, insight, interconnection & wisdom coming from loving & serving my young son.

Other inspirations are found everyday, in nature, sometimes in the smiles of strangers, the playing of children or in the poignancy of daily living.

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Green Class Descriptions

taught by karma yogis (unselfish volunteers)

Wake-Up Yoga: A class open to all levels. A fun way to wake up. A mix of balancing, standing and seated poses aimed at opening the body, relaxing the muscles, stimulating strength and waking you up happily. (Mike)

Hatha Yoga: A class suitable for all levels taught in the Kriya yoga tradition. Opening, strengthening, awakening and inspiring practice. (Christen)[returning soon to Wed 10am]

The Natural Method Classes-

listed in black & blue. black classes are ongoing, blue ones are taught in sessions & may not be running, so call ahead.

taught by Laura Harrison- listed from most gentle to most athletic

Happy Hour & open-level: An open and organic experience that can combine any techniques or postures. Class is based on the environmental and participant energy and level, so everyone can enjoy. always taught for who is present- great for all levels

Nature Art+Yoga: For kids 5-10, their family & the young at heart! Learn about nature, yogic concepts and the environment plus experience creative expression through a simple & related art project. This is a fun way for children & adults to learn to see the world around them with curious & appreciative eyes!coming in the future

Buddha Baby: For moms or dads & babies up to 1.5 years old. This yoga is playful, joyful, peaceful & accepting. While practicing letting go of expectations to open you to the sacred present moment, you will be able to fully experience this healthy, quality time with your child without distractions (other than the natural ones that arise from children). Please bring a small bottle of olive oil for "baby yoga massage" & a fresh towel to lay on top of the yoga mat for baby.

Restorative Yoga + Meditation: After a very gentle, flowing warm-up to stimulate and realign the energy, we move to completely passive poses for "letting-go" of physical & emotional tension. Contains 40-45 minutes of these very restful postures- This has a calming, clarifying, and rejuvenating effect overall. Also contains meditation. It is like an hour away at a spa, minus the messy treatments. A great place for beginners or those looking for mental/physical recharging, deep relaxation or emotional healing.

Shanti Yoga: ('shanti' means 'peace') A very-grounding Sivananda-influenced practice infused with other elements. It is calming and mildly challenging, meditative and dynamic. Postures are held without straining for moderate amounts of time. Students are instructed to respect their present moment energy and thus can create exactly the right balance of exertion and relaxation. May contain meditation. for beginners or those looking to relax & develop awareness in a slightly more traditional practice

Sprout Yoga (toddler): Very active and playful yoga exercise for kids aged 1-4 (once they can stand/toddle). Lots of play, movement, focus on sharing, laughing and compassion. This class is designed to let kids use their abundant energy and creativity with out many limitations. Storytelling builds creativity and confidence, and uses yoga poses for fun & physical health. Good & stimulating, this is one way to exercise your body while playing with your child.

Family yoga A fun and dynamic class for children ages 5-10 and their parents & the young at heart. We pick up where we left off in toddler yoga, beginning to focus a little more, preparing kids for school & deeper learning. We do sun salutation warm-ups, some team-work poses, & encourage thoughtfulness, creativity & confidence. We do deep breathing, laughing, smiling and learn about our bodies, emotions & minds. We work on self-control & confidence. Great for those with curious minds! always taught for who is present- great for all levels

Vinyasa Wave: (an 'at your pace' flow) Smooth, refined movements gently develop total body strength, balance, poise, posture, focus & grace. Not strenuous, but an invigorating physical practice. Cleansing, healing, builds confidence to enhance calm & inspiration in body & mind. Contains some additional focus on the core. great for slightly experienced beginners or intermediate practitioners

Prana Bellydance: Instead of learning a particular routine, students learn the elements, key movements and muscle isolations of an eclectic style of bellydance. This is very strengthening but adaptable to all fitness and energy levels. The roots of bellydance extend very deep into ancient traditions world-over as sacred celebration dances & strengthening rituals to celebrate the feminine and prepare women for motherhood. Part of each class is spent on free dancing to connect to these roots, to release the tension from the mind and body and to let go of inhibitions to feel vividly alive. This allows for an energetic cleansing and realigning. Yoga influences the cool-down stretches, but class is completely off the mat. If you'd like, feel free to dress in a flowy skirt, it feels even better!! Women only!! Strengthens the core and postural alignment all levels-listen to your limits

Strength Yoga: A deeper strengthening yogic practice with a meditative essence. Pulsating holds are fairly long ( 7+ breaths) to allow mind, body & spirit to merge in each moment with breath and experience. Pulsing holds infuse patience, strength, and flexibility into the being. Some more advanced poses may introduced, so listening to the body's limits is emphasized. Students are urged to remain where they are challenged, but not strained. Sometimes creative sun salutation variations are offered to increase the intensity and deeply open the body, freeing energy to flow. Realigns the body, balances, challenges...contains some additional focus on the core. challenging- intermediate level for those with some recent yoga and or fitness experience. prerequisite for Prana Yoga.

Prana Yoga: A smooth-flowing practice that creates strength, grace, awareness & patience as it refreshes. This includes an extra focus on core strength for its many mind & body health benefits. We move through a fluid version of the Virabhadrasana (Warrior) series 3 or so times, constantly flowing to create muscular control, strength and focus. Achieve the control & grace of a martial artist or ballet dancer. Challenging- intermediate level & beyond, some natural method yoga experience required (strength class)

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