Class Styles
Vinyasa
(Heated + Non-heated)
Vinyasa yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. Each class varies depending on the instructor's background and training, but all flow classes incorporate dynamic movement, strength-based poses, some longer held shapes, creative sequences, and alignment cues to keep you progressing all set to a great playlist. Heated Vinyasa class temperatures are set around 90-95 degrees, non-heated classes are set around 75 degrees. Temperatures can vary once classes begin due to class sizes and pace. All levels are welcome.
Slow
Flow
(Heated + Non-heated)
A slower-paced class that moves through steady flowing sequences accessible to all. Expect longer holds throughout class aiming to strengthen, stabilize and lengthen muscle groups in the body. Heated Slow Flow class temperatures are set around 90 to 93 degrees, non-heated classes are set around 75 degrees. Temperatures can vary once classes begin due to class sizes and pace. All levels are welcome.
Restorative
Often described as the other half of exercise, the Restorative Yoga style is a meditative practice that offers space to unwind, support the nervous system, reduce stress, and promote relaxation. In class, you can expect to move slowly through gentle poses supported by many yoga props, holding each pose for 5-15 minutes and taking time to explore mindfulness and breath. Designed to support and maintain mobility, long-held yin and restorative poses allow time and space for the work to penetrate the deeper connective tissues to release habitual holding patterns in the body. A complementary practice to more active movement styles of yoga and great for all levels, Yin Yoga is a balancing practice to the pace of modern life. Class temperature is set to 75 degrees. All levels are welcome.
Gentle
This is a mindful, alignment-based class that moves gently through yoga poses. A practice designed to be accessible to beginners as well as more experienced students. Modifications are offered to enhance individual expression and experience. Students are invited to move at their own pace to develop a deeper sense of self-awareness, flexibility, and strength. This class will offer the opportunity for students to find a place of balance and peace. Pranayama (breath practice) and brief meditation are often included. Class temperature is set to 75 degrees. All levels are welcome.
Chair Yoga
Chair yoga classes are designed to empower seniors to embrace their sliver years with strength & vitality! Each class will combine gentle, modified poses with breathwork and mindfulness practices to enhance flexibility, balance, and overall well-being. Through a mix of seated and standing poses that utilize chairs for stability and support, we’ll focus on low-impact movements that strengthen muscles, improve posture, enhance circulation, and tone the cardiovascular system.
Perfect for seniors of all fitness levels, as well as anyone recovering from an injury or facing mobility challenges, this series offers a safe and supportive environment to reconnect with your body and cultivate inner peace. Embark on this empowering journey towards improved health and vitality
Therapeutic Yoga
Therapeutic Yoga is our most gentle and accessible style for all bodies regardless of injury, mobility and life experience. Therapeutic Yoga classes aim to create a supportive environment for each student to tap into the innate strength in their bodies and to allow for healing and recovery through slow practice of yoga poses supported by props, gentle movement sequences to help improve the body's movement patterns, yogic breath techniques, and guided relaxation. Therapeutic Yoga classes at LYC are taught by IAYT Registered Yoga Therapists and will differ slightly from each instructor due to the Yoga Therapists' background.
Pilates
(Warm)
Pilates is a mind-body discipline that, like yoga, connects breath with movement. Primarily done on the mat, it focuses on strengthening the core—from shoulders through the hips and glutes. With a stable core throughout, we use our limbs as levers to lengthen and strengthen the entire body. This low-impact workout is accessible to all fitness levels, with modifications available to adjust intensity. We may use props, like light weights or yoga blocks, to enhance accessibility and variety, and we’ll review Pilates basics to build a strong foundation.
**UpBeat Pilates is a high-energy mat class that utilizes traditional Pilates elements and equipment in an UpBeat way.
**Classical Mat Pilates moves at a slower pace with more time to focus on form and demonstrations.