Classes

Greenhouse Holistic Class Descriptions

Anusara Yoga - A style of yoga developed by John Friend known for its life affirming and heart centered approach. Anusara focuses on moving with integrated and balanced action through the use of the Universal Principles of Alignment and energetic loops.

Ashtanga Yoga - A system of yoga transmitted to the modern world by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois. This method of yoga involves synchronizing the breath with a progressive series of postures–a process producing intense internal heat and a profuse, purifying sweat that detoxifies muscles and organs. The result is improved circulation, a light and strong body, and a calm mind.

Intro to Ashtanga - Learn the basics of Ashtanga in this slow moving class using props.

Iyengar Yoga - A style of yoga created by B.K.S.Iyengar known for its use of props, such as blankets, belts and blocks as aids in performing asanas. Iyengar yoga places emphasis on physical alignment in order to build concentration, strength and flexibility.

Jivamukti Yoga - Flowing vinyasa sequences partnered with Sanskrit chanting, traditional Vedic and contemporary teachings and commentary, breath awareness, meditation, hands on adjustments, and relaxation. Intermediate level of practice suggested.

Classic Hatha Yoga - This 2 hour class is comprised of meditation and long held postures focusing on the breath.

Core Yoga Express - A unique 1-hour class that integrates elements from yoga, pilates, acrobatics, acroyoga and dance, to strengthen your core and prepare you for challenging inversions, arm balances, back bends, and other poses done in INT/ADV and OPEN levels.

Pilates - A series of exercises to strengthen the core and develop muscle strength & proper alignment throughout the entire body.

Prana Yoga - Deep awareness on accessing the body's prana (life force) through chanting, chakra sounds, postures, pranayama and guided meditations.

Pranayama - Breathing exercises which enhance awareness and preparation for meditation.

Prenatal Yoga - For any stage of pregnancy, this class helps mothers prepare for labor and delivery, as well as giving support and relief from the minor aches, pains and emotions of pregnancy. It's an essential class to connect to like-minded mothers as well as your baby.

Restorative Yoga - An active relaxation. The body is supported with props to stimulate and relax thus reducing stress. Restorative poses are for those times when you feel fatigued or stressed from your daily activities. This practice is appropriate for injuries or illness.

Tai Chi - Relax and revitalize the body, improve circulation and prevent illness through this slow moving, soft martial art, rather than using force or resistance. Tai Chi enhances strength, flexibility and balance.

Vinyasa/Restorative - The first hour of this class is a flowing Vinyasa followed by a half hour of deep relaxation in Restorative and/or Yin postures.

Belly Dance - This art form is derived from the traditional dances of the Middle East and North Africa. Like the music of this region Belly Dance is often a festive, celebratory dance but can also express a great range of passion and sensuality. It has become hugely popular in the West as a fun, sexy, low-impact/high-energy form of dance and exercise that embraces all body types.

Friday Night Sweat and Flow - An upbeat and fun way to end the week with music and asana. Inversion experience recommended.

VinAstanga - A rigorous class following the Ashtanga yoga primary series up to navasana (boat pose). An Ashtanga class designed to help a vinyasa or hatha student to approach the Ashtanga system.

Vinyasa Express - A 1 hour class consisting of a flowing sequence of postures for all levels.

Vinyasa Yoga - Vinyasa literally means "moving with the breath." Postures are linked in a flowing style; the pace of this flow may vary depending on the teacher.