Class Descriptions
All classes begin and end in yoga's relaxation pose called Shavasana where you are guided through an awareness of your body. A very beneficial and healing breathing practice is also taught during the first Shavasana.
Basic
Designed to introduce you to the basic poses and principles of Svaroopa yoga, a Basic class will provided easy directions and explanations, clear demonstrations when needed and the opportunity for questions. This a great class if you are new to yoga or if you would like to stick to basics or learn more details about each posture.
Lesson plans for Basic classes are based on themes that emphasize the primary principles of Svaroopa yoga. They include such themes as: Daily Practice, Lower Spinal Release, Spinal Flexibility, and Abdominals.
Continuing
Using the foundational poses and primary spinal openers that are learned in a Basic class, additional poses are built into that structure. Classes may also include standing & balance poses, or mild & moderate inversions as well as variations in the foundational poses. It's best to start with a Basic or Gentle class before trying a Continuing Class even if you have taken other types of yoga before.
Deeper
This class will give you deeper inner openings on all levels of your being. It includes variations and longer holds of familiar poses. Deeper is designed for experienced Svaroopa students who have been taking classes for a year, have a home practice and know how recognize and deal with relapse. This class is not appropriate for beginners.
Gentle
A class designed for those recovering from injuries, illnesses, or who just want to take it slow and easy. Also a good place for beginners to start. Appropriate for pregnant women although some poses will need to be modified for pregnancy.
Class Series Descriptions
New Beginnings
A series of four Svaroopa® Yoga classes intended to introduce new students to basic Svaroopa poses and prop set-up. The series of classes is discounted to encourage you to try this wonderfully healing and transformative style of yoga. Dates and times for the series vary throughout the year.
Pregnancy Yoga
Svaroopa Yoga is ideally suited to pregnancy. Releasing tension in your lower spine and pelvis will reduce pain and discomfort during your pregnancy, ease delivery and speed your recovery. Your circulation will be improve and you’ll fell better all over. Our easy breathing practice increases the oxygen and prana flow to both you and your baby and students have reported that it was incredibly helpful during their labor.
This class is for students in their second and third trimester.
If you are in your first trimester** you may attend the first 20 minutes of the class for free and then leave.
(** if you were practicing Svaroopa Yoga before you became pregnant you may continue to and attend the full length class even in your first trimester)
Meditation
Meditation is proven to be good for your emotional wellbeing as well as your physical health. Recent articles in the NY Times, Newsweek and Time, citing current studies, extol the many benefits of Meditation.
In this course you will learn:
- how to sit comfortably
- when to meditate
- how to prepare
- 3 meditation techniques
- what meditation is and its benefits
- how to set up a daily practice
Note: We will not meditate for the whole two hours and you are not required to sit on the floor, you may sit in a chair.
Ann Kinner Johnson, CSYT
Owner and Principal Teacher
of The Yoga Corner
The Yoga Corner is located at:
Community Corners
903 Hanshaw Road, Suite 202
Ithaca, NY 14850
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FAQ's
What should I wear? Clothes that are comfortable to move in.
What should I bring? Just yourself. All of the props and supplies you'll need are available at the studio.
How do I register? Come to your first class 10-15 minutes early.
Do the classes need to be taken consecutively? No. The class card may be used over a longer period of time than the number of classes you purchase, usually 2 weeks more.
How often should I practice or take classes? It's recommended to practice at home daily and to attend one or preferably 2 classes per week. Or do what your schedule allows.
I've never done yoga before, what's the best class for me? Read to class descriptions. If you are still uncertain, please call to discuss the best fit for you.
I've done other styles of yoga, what's the best class for me? If you have never attended a Svaroopa Yoga class start with a Basic class. It is not difficult but the principles and precise alignment of poses is different than other styles.
How is Svaroopa Yoga different than other styles or Hatha Yoga? Svaroopa Yoga is a form of Hatha Yoga. It works with the body in a different way than other forms. Svaroopa Yoga supports the body using blankets, blocks, chairs, the floor and precise alignment to find and unravel tension in deep muscles attached to the spine, It is very therapeutic, safe, effective and reliable.
Learn more in About Svaroopa Yoga
Yoga Etiquette
PLEASE
- Arrive a few minutes before class begins to set up and get settled. If you arrive after the class has started come in and set up as quietly as possible. Come to your first class 10-15 minutes ahead.
- Remove your shoes and leave them in the hall.
- No fragrances, perfumes or scents. Some students are allergic.
- Do not attend class if you are ill or have a persistent cough.