Class Descriptions

Iyengar Yoga

Iyengar Yoga is one of the world’s most widely-practiced forms of yoga. Originally devised by BKS Iyengar, it’s famous for emphasizing the correct alignment of all parts of the body within each yoga pose.

This precision in approach builds strength and stamina, balance and flexibility, and a sense of well-being. The focus on alignment also causes the mind to penetrate inwards, leading to meditation in action, where the practitioner learns to exist fully and vibrantly in the present moment.

Class schedule

Iyengar Yoga for a Healthy Back

Mondays and Fridays, 10:30-11:45am at Prana Yoga in La Jolla

Yoga relaxation and movement are some of best ways to help an aching back heal. In this Iyengar Yoga for a healthy back class you will learn therapeutic yoga poses that focus on soothing discomfort caused by chronic back pain. Beginners welcome.

Weekly themes each month

Week 1
• core work for inner strength and spinal stabilization
• standing poses to build stamina, and develop strong, pliable legs and hips

Week 2
• seated poses to release the hip and leg muscles
• forward bends for a supple back body
• twists for freedom of movement in the spine and trunk

Week 3
• back bends to strengthen the back and improve posture
• inversions for strong shoulders and to support the physiological body

Week 4
• restorative poses for deep physical and mental relaxation
• breathing practices to soothe the nervous system and quiet the mind

Themes are subject to change. If there are five weeks in a month, the fourth class is teachers choice and the fifth is restorative/pranayama (breathing exercises).

Yoga & Movement Therapy

Yoga and movement therapy exercises can provide relief from an array of chronic health issues. They can be used as a stand alone therapy or to supplement physical therapy.

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