Unsure which classes are right for you? Some classes are suitable for everyone, regardless of your experience with yoga: Yin Yoga, Yoga Therapy, Yoga Nidra and Nidra & Sound. For the Vinyasa Flow classes you can use the description below as a guide.
1. Beginner
Focus: Fundamentals & Familiarity
Description:
This phase introduces you to the basic principles of yoga. The focus is on learning fundamental postures(asanas), breath awareness and correct body alignment. The goal is to become familiar with the basic postures, understand the structure of a class, develop body awareness and learn to move comfortably in conjunction with the breath.
Key elements:
- Introduction of fundamental standing, sitting and lying postures (e.g., Tadasana, Adho Mukha Svanasana, Virabhadrasana I, Paschimottanasana, Setu Bandhasana)
- Basic breathing techniques (e.g., Ujjayi, three-part breathing)
- Safe use of assistive devices and adaptations
- Short, gentle sequences with emphasis on deepening individual postures
- Building regularity and self-confidence
- Inspired by the precision and stability of Iyengar yoga
- Introduction to the basics of yoga philosophy
- Introduction to the mantra AUM
Duration: About 3-6 months of regular practice
Classes: Yoga for Beginners
2. Basics
Focus: Strength, Stability & Routine
Description:
The practitioner goes one step beyond the initial introduction and begins to connect postures fluidly(vinyasa). Greater endurance, strength and stability are developed, as well as a better sense of balance and coordination.
Key elements:
- Refinement of alignment and safe transitions
- Greater ability to hold postures longer
- Exploration of standing, sitting and light balance exercises
- Introduction to mindfulness and meditation practices
- Understanding the role of breathing in supporting movement
- Deepening in yoga philosophy
- Introduction to different mantras(Gayatri, Lokah Samastah, Asatoma, Om Purnamidah, Om Namah Shivaya)
- Introduction to inverted postures(Salamba Sirsasana, Salamba Sarvangasana, Urdhva Dhanurasana)
Duration: 6 months to 1.5 years of regular, consistent practice
Classes: Vinyasa Flow Basics, Vinyasa Flow All Levels, Yang-Yin Yoga, Relax Flow, Bhakti Flow, Early Evening Flow, Early Morning Hatha Yoga, Early Morning Vinyasa Flow
3. Intermediate
Focus: Refinement, Flow & Awareness
Description:
The practice now gains depth and fluidity. Breath, body and mind move in harmony. There is confidence in more complex sequences, inversions and deeper backbends. Emphasis shifts to inner awareness and subtle energetic work.
Key elements:
- Mastery of fundamental postures and transitions
- Exploration of inversions and arm balances(Salamba Sirsasana, Salamba Sarvangasana, Bakasana, Pincha Mayurasana, Bhujapidasana, Tittibhasana)
- Active involvement of the core and bandhas (energy clamps)
- Longer pranayama sessions and meditative focus
- Greater independence in one's own practice
- Deepening knowledge of yoga philosophy and mantras
Duration: 1.5 to 3+ years of conscious, regular practice
Classes: Vinyasa Flow Intermediate, Vinyasa Flow Intermediate & Pranayama, Vinyasa Flow All Levels, Early Morning Vinyasa Flow, Jivamukti Intermediate
4. Experienced
Focus: Mastery, Subtlety & Self-Realization
Description:
In this phase, the practice shifts from physical skill to the more inner dimensions of yoga: philosophy, energy and meditation. The practice is less about "doing" and more about "being" - an integrated experience of body, breath and consciousness.
Key elements:
- Deep embodiment and effortless transitions with strength, endurance and flexibility
- Integration of advanced postures and pranayama
- Regular meditation and self-study(Svadhyaya)
- Deep understanding of yoga philosophy and its application in daily life
- Ability to intuitively adapt practice to personal needs
Duration: From 3 years of stable practice - often a lifelong journey of deepening
Classes: Experienced Vinyasa Flow