Current Series & Ongoing Classes
At Sattva, we are interested in teaching you yoga and mindful movement practices, not "selling" you yoga. So you will notice that each of these offerings is a series of classes intended to serve as a commitment--for you to show up, breathe, learn and integrate what your teacher is offering. Each series has its own teacher, so if you try one series of yoga, and it doesn't stick, feel free to come back to learn from one of our other many experienced, talented instructors.
You must register in advance for any series you plan to take, so please click the "register here" button for the series you're interested in learning, and register through Gymatch. If you have questions, feel free to email the teacher listed next to the event.
Ashtanga Yoga
Mysore for Beginners
Ongoing, Tuesdays and Thursdays | 7AM-8AM | $23
Ashtanga Yoga is a system of yoga established by T. Krishnamacharya designed to purify the body through breath and movement to bring stillness to the mind. It is a practice that can be approached with any body, as long as there is an intention to learn and a to learning the practice.
Come to our twice-weekly Mysore for Beginners classes and see if Ashtanga feels like a good practice for you. What to expect: Megan will teach you a short portion of the Ashtanga practice 1-on-1 within a group setting--this is how we approach teaching Ashtanga yoga--adapting each pose of the practice for you and your body. You will learn some basic breathing, some basic movements, and you'll get to see what a Mysore class is all about. All bodies, all levels are welcome.
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Iyengar Yoga
(8-Class Series)
SaturdayJuly 25th | 10:30AM - 12PM
$28 to drop in
Iyengar Yoga classes are characterized by precision in alignment, the timing in and sequencing of postures, and the creative use of props. Developed by B.K.S. Iyengar during his more than 75 years of teaching, Iyengar Yoga is grounded in the ancient Indian tradition and philosophy of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras. What Iyengar Yoga offers is a systematic and intelligent progression of study to develop each student’s skills and abilities.
Mr. Iyengar’s highly-developed teaching methodology encompasses clear demonstration of the asanas (postures), precise use of language, in both Sanskrit and English, as well as specific instructions to develop students’ understanding and integration of correct actions in practice. Clarifying corrections, modifications and / or alternative poses, based on observing students individually, are also offered when needed.
Classes focus on both strength and flexibility, balance and correct body alignment. Iyengar classes also cultivate concentration and “meditation in action” to bring about total alignment in body, mind and spirit. The transformative effects of Iyengar Yoga are profound, including bodily health and vitality, mental clarity and an overwhelming sense of well-being.
Questions? Email Nicky at nicolofonte@mac.com.
Meditation
Saturday, August 1st | 8:45AM - 9:15AM
Pay what you want
Sri HWL Poonja once said that "Meditation is when the mind is free and not holding thoughts. Let the thoughts come and go but do not run after them." Each session is intended to bring you out of your thoughts and into yourself, whether through use of breath, mantra, simple guidance, or silence. No experience is required. Come as you are, and be ready to look within.
Qigong 4 Well-Being
Meditation
Sunday, August 9th | 11AM-11:30AM |
Pay what you want
Meditation is a key component of Qigong, along with movement and healing sounds, that contributes to whole body wellness. This ½ hour monthly meditation class, sometimes seated and sometimes a standing moving meditation, is an invitation to experience this aspect of Qigong, and perhaps will inspire you to explore more of the experience of Qigong. Even most standing movements, however, can be experienced while seated. This class is also an opportunity to meet members of the Sattva Yoga York Qigong 4 Well-Being community, and talk with them about their ongoing Qigong experiences.
If you're new to Qigong 4 Well-Being with Tammy, you have two options for trying it out. Option A) come to any of our Qigong Meditations, offered monthly, or Option B) join Qigong 4 Well-Being 2-Part Intro Series. Membership is required for active participation. You will be sent the links for membership at the completion of your intro course.
Yin Yoga with Megan
Saturday, August 22nd | 8:45AM-10AM | $25 | Adults only
Join Megan Grandinetti for this monthly Yin Yoga class to take 75 minutes for yourself to slow down, rest in your body, and rest in yourself. All genders, all bodies, all levels welcome.
Yin Yoga is an amazing tool for slowing down the body. To feel the benefits of movement with less trying, less exertion. To feel our bones and connective tissue not just as the things that hold us together, but as the elements that keep our bodies stable and grounded. It brings suppleness & fluidity to the body by targeting the joints, fascia, and connective tissue to allow for deep release.
Yin asks us to move INward. Toward ourselves, toward a deeper knowing of our bodies, beyond a superficial understanding. We hold poses for longer periods (2-5 minutes), allowing time and gravity to do the work instead of trying to accomplish great feats with our muscles. We find our appropriate edge in the pose where our body can hold without much effort and with perhaps some discomfort but no sharp pain. And we find stillness in the body, and through stillness in the body, find the stillness that we naturally are.
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