| What Is Power Vinyasa Yoga? |
| Power Vinyasa Yoga is an energetic flowing practice including a series of asanas (yoga poses) linked together with the breath. Done to it's fullest, Power Vinyasa Yoga can be very challenging, but is presented in a way that can be modified or diluted to suit the beginner. Be ready to sweat, be challenged and transform. |
| The Healing Power of Heat |
| At The Yoga Project, we practice in a warm room kept at 90-95°F. Heat is healing and a huge part of our process is detoxification which occurs, largely in part, through perspiration. We also do a lot of lengthening and opening of joints and muscles which is much safer and more effective in a warm room. The heat may seem intense at first, but after a couple of classes, you'll never want to practice in a cool room again. |
| What is Different about Baron Baptiste Power Yoga |
BPVY is a powerful flowing yoga practice based on intuition rather than tradition. We give you the sequence and poses while you are strongly encouraged to intuitively find where you need to go in your practice. There are many modifications and options there for you to choose. Rather than doing "exactly" as we do or teach, we give you the tools to shape your own path. We also aim to guide you towards using the practice as a tool to work on other areas of your life, tapping your true inner power and strength. Be prepared to be challenged, to sweat and transform!
We are a Baptiste Affiliate Studio. This means the owners, Dave and Stacy are trained by Baron and are in continual contact with the Baptiste Power Yoga Institute . All of the teachers at The Yoga Project are at some level of training with Baron himself.
A great guide to what we practice, physically and philosophically can be found in Journey Into Power by Baron Baptiste . You can pick up this book at the studio. Here is an excerpt:
"The key to learning yoga poses is to take your brain out of it. You can line it up, take my cues, and do whatever you need to make the pose feel comfortable, and then from there, just let go and glow! See if you can perform with half your brain tied behind your back. Come out of your thoughts--your doubts of "I can't do that," or your worries of "Am I doing this pose right?", your fears of "Am I going to fall?"your frustrations of "Why can't I do this as well as she can?" and your ego resistance of "If I can't do this perfectly, then I won't do it at all"--and just be in your body. When you let go mentally, there is a shift physically. Doubt your doubts and they vanish. Feel your fears and they fade. Let go of your worries and they fail to materialize. What will it take for us to really get it that life is about letting go?" |
| The First Step is Showing Up |
Often times, just showing up at your first "power yoga" class can be quite intimidating. So, I acknowledge you for making the decision to give it a try! Be patient and give yourself time to acclimate to the heat. If you feel nauseated or light headed, you aren't the only one. The heat is intense and this practice is challenging and it's probably unlike anything your body is used to doing. So, be gentle on yourself and ease your way in. After a few times, you will become more accustomed to it. The sooner you come back in and the more consistant you are with the practice, the more natural it becomes for your body.
After your first class come back in and give it another try, sooner rather than later! Your second class is always free. For results, practice 3 days per week. For life transformation, practice 5-6 times per week! |
| What if I Can't Do All The Poses? |
| So what. Do what you can. So many times in life we focus on the things we can't do until they become roadblocks for what we can do. Take it one day at a time, one breath at a time and focus on what you can do. |
| Take Care of Yourself |
The number one thing to remember is to take care of yourself. If it doesn't feel right then modify and adjust until you get there. We will teach you to feel your body and listen to your intuition to do what's right for you.
- Modify - Every pose has a modification and it's always there if you need it.
- Child's Pose - This is a resting pose designed for you to reset and come back into your breath. This pose is always there for you and no one will be counting how many time you come here.
- Hydrate - Please make sure you drink plenty of fluids before and after class. A few common signs of dehydration can be chills, muscle cramps, and headaches.
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| Teacher's Assistant |
If someone places their hands on you during the class, it was either the instructor or assistant. All of our assistants have completed intensive hands on training with Stacy and Dave. The idea is not to "fix" or "correct" you but to help you find a deeper aspect of the pose. The best thing is to just relax with the assist and understand that it is beneficial to your practice. If you ever have an injury, please let the teacher and or assistant know, so they don't disturb you. If anything is ever done that causes you pain, please feel free to be verbal with the teacher or assistant, they would prefer that.
If you don't want to be assisted during class then please feel free to let the instructor or the assistant know. You won't hurt our feelings...... |
| Know Before You Go |
- This is Hot Yoga (Be ready to sweat!)
- Avoid eating 2 hours before class
- Always come fully hydrated & drink plenty of fluids after class
- Bring a towel, water and mat
- Wear comfortable non-restrictive clothing
- Try to arrive 5-10 minutes early
- Ask questions - the instructors are there for you!
- Please do not wear shoes inside the studio
- Turn off cell phones
- Please plan on staying until class is over
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