A moving meditation. This class will teach the practitioner the skills to build asanas into flowing sequences by combining breath with movement. Students will learn to refine postures while improving flexibility, range of motion and physical strength.

Explores the fundamentals of yoga poses. Learn how to breathe into the body and create a balance of effort and ease. Students will practice movements with increased body awareness to build strength, balance and flexibility. All levels welcome.

Explores the fundamentals of yoga poses. Learn how to breathe into the body and create a balance of effort and ease. Students will practice movements with increased body awareness to build strength, balance and flexibility. All levels welcome.

This class introduces students to Yoga fundamentals and includes movements designed to systematically increase the range of motion of every major joint in the body. Ideal for students with chronic symptoms such as muscle/joint pain, stiffness, stress and fatigue. Also a perfect compliment for those just beginning an exercise program. Classes include breathing techniques and always conclude with a deep relaxation.

This all levels practice is suitable for participants at any level of yoga practice. It is accessible for beginners, as well presenting challenge and growth opportunities for advanced practitioners. This slow flow vinyasa practice can be therapeutic with a focus on body awareness, alignment, which promotes addressing physiological concerns including joint stability, lower back problems and emphasize shoulder and hip mobility.

A gentle approach to yoga with modifications to the postures to accomodate individual needs. Taught in a supportive environment by Carolyn Heines, who has been teaching for 31 years. Breathing awareness, philosophy and relaxation included

For continuing students. Postures with attention to alignment, breathing awareness, philosophy make for a complete yoga experince. Taught by Carolyn Heines ,who has 31 years of experience

Our recommended class for students new to CYS. This class integrates the whole body by attending to basic alignment and deepening awareness of the breath. The room is heated between 72 and 75.

This class focuses on postural muscles, which help keep the body balanced and are essential for providing support to the spine. Pilates is a natural supplement to any yoga practice.

Students will increase stability and flexibility in every major muscle group. Every class will offer restorative yoga.

Vinyasa means breath synchronized movement and the root of this practice is Ashtanga yoga. Creatively linking the movement with the breath builds an internal heat that purifys the body and mind. Vinyasa flow is a physically challenging practice and prior experiece is required. Heat is 82-85 degrees.

Both Pilates and yoga are sophisticated systems of integrated exercise. In this lunch time class come and enjoy the benefits of these complementary disciplines to help finish out your day feeling strong, centered, energized, and focused.