Yogis Anonymous

Yoga Basics

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Vinyasa Flow Beginner

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Ellen Bain

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Published on April 14, 2013

Focus on the Fundamentals! In this basics class we break down Sun Salutation A and B along with several standing poses with a focus on seamless transitions. We then play with the Crow and a few balancing poses before we hit the floor for hip openers and a calming closing sequence.

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