Centered and Strong
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Published on January 18, 2020
A sun salutation-based basic flow, with an emphasis on core strength, balance, and twists. Great if you need to be focused and energetic.
Published on January 18, 2020
A sun salutation-based basic flow, with an emphasis on core strength, balance, and twists. Great if you need to be focused and energetic.
By Lauren Peterson on Sep 25, 2025
This flow is is all about the spine, backbends, and fluidity. We start with some grounding, and move into a little core work before we get on our feet and flow. You'll find standing balance, twists, and deep backbends along the way as we open the shoulders, upper back, quadriceps, psoas and hamstrings. Lord of the Dance pose is the peak, along with optional drop-backs. A block and a strap will be helpful. Enjoy, yogis!
By Ally Hamilton on Sep 12, 2025
Do you ever have days when you want a nice mix of heat-building and heart-pumping with long holds and deep breathing? Me, too! This is a bit of a yin-yang practice, where we have moments of intensity interspersed with moments where we are still and steady and breathing deeply. I think you'll like it. Grab a couple of blocks, and let's have some fun.
By Ally Hamilton on Aug 28, 2025
This is an "energizer" class where we get things moving with a special emphasis on the hips! It's a feel-good flow for days when you have half the time but want twice the joy :)
By Lauren Peterson on Aug 27, 2025
This is an all-over feel-good flow with some extra love for the hips, and an opportunity for some nice deep heart-opening if it feels right today. Two blocks may be helpful. There will be twists and turns along the way. Please allow this to be time for you to get centered, breathe deeply, and see what you need.
By Ally Hamilton on Aug 20, 2025
Hello friends! This is a classic intermediate 90-minute flow class with an emphasis on hip-opening while working with the concept of ahimsa. Ahimsa is one of the five Yamas and it is the practice of nonviolence. Most yogis will get behind the idea of trying to be kind as you move through the world, but what about the quality of your inner dialogue? What about your expectations of yourself each day in a world that is presenting lots of challenges? Are they realistic expectations, or are you setting yourself up? Grab a couple of blocks, and maybe your dog, cat, goldfish or ferret, and let's play. Rufus my new rescue dog is learning how to be in the room during yoga. He's a puppy, but he's doing pretty well. Mostly. Enjoy!
By Ally Hamilton on Aug 14, 2025
A class for days when you want a full-body practice in half the time. We start by getting grounded and tuning into the breath, and then we open the shoulders, hips and hamstrings. Deep core-work to support the spine, and backbends to send you into the day with your heart wide open. Two blocks and a strap may be helpful if cow face pose is challenging.
By Ally Hamilton on Aug 4, 2025
Perfect for days when you don't have a lot of time but want to get the energy moving! This short practice still packs a punch if you're looking to quiet your mind, slow down your breathing, and open the shoulders, hips and hamstrings. It's a full-body flow in a third of the time, but you'll walk away from your mat feeling grounded and open!
By Lauren Peterson on Aug 3, 2025
This is a sweet, moderate flow with some fiery, core-centered moments. Please grab a block and get ready to build a little fire in your belly right off the bat. We'll use the heat to say hello to the hips, hamstrings and shoulders and then get on our feet and open things up even more. Along the way we'll play with side plank and crow pose, and find our way to a delicious savasana. Enjoy, yogis!
By Ally Hamilton on Jun 22, 2025
A quick but thorough flow to get things moving and open up the whole body. Particular love for the hips, shoulders and hamstrings. Enjoy when you're short on time but want a full practice!
By Angela Kukhahn on Jun 10, 2025
A short, fun, energizing flow leading to side crow! Grab 2 blocks and get ready to move, breathe, twist, open, strengthen your core, and play on your hands! If you've never done side crow, have no fear, just grab those blocks, an open mind, and your sense of play. As the crow flies, friends!
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