Yoga Center Santa Cruz

What's New

We are excited to announce a number of new classes and new teachers!

First, we welcome Kate Robbins to our studio! Kate has been teaching in Santa Cruz for years, and her students love her warm and precise style. She is offering her classes on Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday mornings.

We also welcome Valmarie Levine who is offering a new Teen yoga class through SC Parks & Rec (or drop in) to all teens ages 11-18 on Tuesday 4-5pm. Encourage your teenager to come start a healthy habit!

Did you know we now have an ongoing Prenatal class on Thursday mornings 10-11:15am? Tell all your pregnant friends, yoga is one of the best ways to have a healthy pregnancy and birth!

Karen Zelin is offering a 5-class Restorative series on Sunday afternoons, 4-6pm, Jan. 10, Feb 7, Feb. 28, Mar 14, & April 18.

Yoga Core Strengthening and Restorative Stretch, All Levels, Thursdays 12-1:30pm. On your lunch break? Class format allows early departure.

Vinyasa Flow, Level 2/3 Thursdays 10-11:45am

General Information

Iyengar yoga is a system of hatha yoga developed by BKS Iyengar of India. It is an innovative approach to yoga which emphasizes correct alignment and develops strength, flexibility, stamina and balance. Mr. Iyengar developed this precise system of yoga to help cure himself and others of physical ills and is now known internationally for his teachings.

Classes at the Yoga Center are presented by teachers who have been trained, both in the United States and India, in the traditional Iyengar program. They have a thorough, practical knowledge of anatomy and physiology. After two or more years or training, teachers are certified by the California State Department of Education.

Iyengar yoga is appropriate for all levels of students. Beginners are very welcome and no prior yoga experience of any kind is necessary.

Iyengar yoga is also very effective in cases of physical anomalies. It is now chiropractically recommended for scoliosis, carpal tunnel syndrome, sports injuries, arthritis and other physical problems. For any questions or more information, please call the Yoga Center at 831/423-6719 or any individual teacher.

What should I bring? Bare feet and an empty stomach. Most students wear a leotard and footless or stirrup tights or a T-shirt and running shorts. Long baggy pants are not advised as they obscure observation of the muscles and bones.

When may I join a class? Unless otherwise indicated, classes are ongoing and students may join at any time.

Class Descriptions

Level 1

Beginners only. No prior yoga experience necessary.

Level 2

Continuing Beginners. Prior exposure to Iyengar yoga recommended. Headstand and shoulderstand introduced.

Level 3

Advanced Beginners. Prior exposure to Iyengar yoga required. Regular practice of headstand, shoulderstand and backbends. 

Level 4 & 5

Advanced students and teachers. Minimum two years Iyengar yoga required.

Restorative

Supported and relaxing asana practice - All levels welcome.(more info)

 

Class Rates

 
Drop-in fee: $13.00/class.*

Series of 4 classes: $11.00/class with same instructor.*

    *Except 60-minute Mon/Fri Yoga@Lunch: Drop-in: $11.00; Series: 5/$45.00.

Classes with Kofi Busia are priced separately as he is a Senior Certified Instructor. See instructor for rates.

Coupons: Available for any class, any time (except Kofi’s classes). $11 each, sold in books of 5 or 10.
Purchase from your instructor. Coupons expire December 31, 2010.

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