Class Descriptions
ADVENTURES ON THE GORGE YOGA at Adventures on the Gorge~Every SUNDAY from Memorial Day to Labor Day!
9:00am to 10:00am.
This class taught by rotating teachers on the beautiful decks of the Adventures on the Gorge with a VIEW OF THE BRIDGE and the MIGHTY NewRiver!!! Come to this weekly, always delightful class as the sun kisses your cheeks, the wind brushes your shoulders, the birds chirp the sweetest tune, and the river flows so softly in your ear. This class is a rain or shine class. If it rains, we will seek the nearest shelter. There is an amazing timber frame shelter or a tent on the lower decks for us to use. All levels welcome, all kinds welcome. Treat yourself. Tap into your own sweetness. See you on the decks.
Yoga on the Gorge. Tuesdays 9am-10am, May 19th-October 13th.
This class is similar to AOTGYoga but it is absolutely free for AOTG staff members, regular rates apply for New River Yoga Members. AOTG guests are also welcome to take this class at a $15 drop in rate.
Alignment Based Yoga from the Heart
Wednesday’s 6:30-7:45pm with Shea Wells
This yoga class led strictly from the heart.
You will be instructed into the poses with ease and care allowing your body time to adjust with foundation and alignment cues.
This class is for every body!!!
This yoga class led strictly from the heart.
You will be instructed into the poses with ease and care allowing your body time to adjust with foundation and alignment cues.
This class is for every body!!!
Beginners Yoga
Monday's 5:30-6:30pm with Shea Wells
Beginners is for individuals just learning yoga, an introduction, and slow paced class.
This atmosphere is for all bodies and an absolutely no judgement zone. You will learn the poses with care and ease.
This class is taught with much attention and you will learn the postures with safe alignment and you will know what you are doing.
This class will help you being your yoga practice to your home practice if you choose. A guaranteed great time!!
Beginners is for individuals just learning yoga, an introduction, and slow paced class.
This atmosphere is for all bodies and an absolutely no judgement zone. You will learn the poses with care and ease.
This class is taught with much attention and you will learn the postures with safe alignment and you will know what you are doing.
This class will help you being your yoga practice to your home practice if you choose. A guaranteed great time!!
All Levels Yoga
Monday’s 7:00-8:00pm with Candace Evans//Level 2
In this class we will work toward improving flexibility and strength in a mindful way. Some yoga knowledge would be helpful, but is by no means necessary. This class may involve some chanting, and sequences can range from challenging poses such as inversions to melting into yin style postures. “It is always a toss up!”
One thing is for sure is we will always keep it fun and light. Simply know that you can do this class! Challenging but worth it.
In this class we will work toward improving flexibility and strength in a mindful way. Some yoga knowledge would be helpful, but is by no means necessary. This class may involve some chanting, and sequences can range from challenging poses such as inversions to melting into yin style postures. “It is always a toss up!”
One thing is for sure is we will always keep it fun and light. Simply know that you can do this class! Challenging but worth it.
Kundalini Yoga
Thursday’s 5:30-6:30pm* with Katie Johnson//Level 1
Kundalini is an ancient Sanskrit word that literally means "coiled snake." I early Eastern religion it was believed that each individual possessed a divine energy at the base of the spine. This energy was thought to be the sacred of creation.
Kundalini Yoga is a practice for all bodies, levels, and experiences alike. Be confident that you will be taken care of and will be able to modify any pose to suit your bodily limitations (trust and believe we all have them). You are encouraged to move at your own pace , and when you breathe and lean into the right directions you will feel the benefits.
Give this class a try, we are certain you will love it.
Kundalini is an ancient Sanskrit word that literally means "coiled snake." I early Eastern religion it was believed that each individual possessed a divine energy at the base of the spine. This energy was thought to be the sacred of creation.
Kundalini Yoga is a practice for all bodies, levels, and experiences alike. Be confident that you will be taken care of and will be able to modify any pose to suit your bodily limitations (trust and believe we all have them). You are encouraged to move at your own pace , and when you breathe and lean into the right directions you will feel the benefits.
Give this class a try, we are certain you will love it.
Gentle Yoga for Beginners
Tuesday’s 5:30-6:45pm with Geoff Heeter//Level 1
This is a slow gentle beginners yoga class.
Gentle yoga is a great yoga for beginners. In gentle yoga, you move your body in a gentle, comfortable way; it encourages movement without the potential for strain. Gentle yoga focuses on alignment and breathing techniques of the common, foundational yoga poses giving beginners ample opportunity to learn practice the basic principles.
Gentle yoga teachers will share pose modifications so that everyone, at every fitness and comfort level, can participate.
This is a slow gentle beginners yoga class.
Gentle yoga is a great yoga for beginners. In gentle yoga, you move your body in a gentle, comfortable way; it encourages movement without the potential for strain. Gentle yoga focuses on alignment and breathing techniques of the common, foundational yoga poses giving beginners ample opportunity to learn practice the basic principles.
Gentle yoga teachers will share pose modifications so that everyone, at every fitness and comfort level, can participate.
Soulful Flow only until May 17th
Sunday’s 9:30-11:00am
This class is a Vinyasa movement filled class with a deep focus on alignment.
All levels are welcome for this Sunday 90 minute class that will ensure your spirits are lifted!
This class is a Vinyasa movement filled class with a deep focus on alignment.
All levels are welcome for this Sunday 90 minute class that will ensure your spirits are lifted!
Sunrise Savasana
Wednesday’s 7:00-8:15am with Kristi Dumas
Wake up, drag your bootie to this lovely wordsmiths class. She will inspire you with her words as her passion for the practice overflows as she seamlessly guides you in and our of the postures. You will find grace in and out of the poses.
Wake up, drag your bootie to this lovely wordsmiths class. She will inspire you with her words as her passion for the practice overflows as she seamlessly guides you in and our of the postures. You will find grace in and out of the poses.
Happy Hour Yoga
Friday’s noon-noon:fortyfive pm with Lila Thomas
Students will focus on linking conscious breath with a mindful flow.
Students will build strength, flexibility and concentration while cleansing the body and calming the mind.
Students will focus on linking conscious breath with a mindful flow.
Students will build strength, flexibility and concentration while cleansing the body and calming the mind.
Yoga for Athletes
.Wednesday’s 5:00-6:00pm with Janet Proctor//Level 1-2
Yoga for Athletes is an alignment- based practice centered on the physical and practical aspects of yoga and how they relate to overall physical wellbeing and improved Athletic performance.
The class is structured around basic yoga poses taught with an emphasis on proper skeletal alignment, muscular engagement, and slow movement so the student will experience the full benefit of each pose. This style of yoga practice can greatly improve mobility, flexibility and strength.
This class is open to all levels.
Yoga for Athletes is an alignment- based practice centered on the physical and practical aspects of yoga and how they relate to overall physical wellbeing and improved Athletic performance.
The class is structured around basic yoga poses taught with an emphasis on proper skeletal alignment, muscular engagement, and slow movement so the student will experience the full benefit of each pose. This style of yoga practice can greatly improve mobility, flexibility and strength.
This class is open to all levels.
Groove Theory. A Hip Hop Revolution.
Friday's at 6:30-7:30pm with Ebony McCormick
Groove Theory is an explosive Hip Hop Dance fitness class that is designed to get you moving for a full total body workout. Choreography includes repetitive moments that are easy to follow and fun to lean while burning calories. We will dance to popular hip-hop tunes and learn creative routines to make the exercise experience enjoyable.
Groove Theory is an explosive Hip Hop Dance fitness class that is designed to get you moving for a full total body workout. Choreography includes repetitive moments that are easy to follow and fun to lean while burning calories. We will dance to popular hip-hop tunes and learn creative routines to make the exercise experience enjoyable.
