Yoga is for all body types, ages, genders, and races. Our classes offer step-by-step guidance with hands-on assistance when needed (and with your consent). Modifications are available for each pose to accommodate each individual yogi. One does not need to be thin, fit, or flexible to practice yoga. It is through maintaining a committed practice over time that you will gain strength, flexibility, and a better sense of self.
Yoga is the practice of self-inquiry, including the physical, mental, emotional, energetic, and spiritual aspects of life. There are many different styles of yoga, and the key is to find the style which best suits your personal needs in the present moment. If you try a class which did not go well for you, other styles of yoga, from gentle to more aerobically intense, may be right for you.
Fitness equipment is provided. Please bring a yoga mat, 2 blocks, a strap, and a yoga blanket.
Advanced Practices
A Vinyasa-style yoga class that emphasizes alignment, focus, and breath. This class is designed for students who have yoga experience, are fairly fit, and are looking for more challenge and inner awareness on and off the mat.
Healthy Movement for Active Agers
A circuit-style fitness class that includes balance, strength training, and stretching exercises. Classes are small and everyone is encouraged to work at their own level and intensity.
Yin Yoga
Yin yoga is a calming and healing practice that encourages deep relaxation and healing and can be a perfect complement to a more Yang or active yoga practice. Yin focuses on stimulating connective tissues, fascia, and joints. Meets monthly on Sunday afternoons from 4 to 5:30 pm.
Broga
Broga is a yoga class geared for men (where it's okay if you can't touch your toes). Strong, energetic, and challenging, Broga combines core-strengthening, muscle-toning, stress-reducing yoga postures with functional fitness exercises for an amazing workout.
Vinyasa Yoga, Level 1
A Vinyasa-style yoga class designed for yogis who are new to yoga or are returning to yoga and are looking for slow-paced direction and a great deal of detail.
Yoga & Journaling
This monthly workshop combines a slow, gentle yoga practice with prompt-driven journaling. Prompts that encourage self-exploration and creative thinking will be provided. We'll alternate a gentle yoga practice with ample time to write. Meets at the Portage District Library on the third Friday of each month from 1:30 to 3 pm.
Gentle Vinyasa
A soft and yielding practice that gently opens aching joints, increases muscular strength and improves balance and overall wellness. This practice is ideal for those who are comfortable moving down to the floor.
Vinyasa Yoga, Level 2
A Vinyasa-style yoga class designed for students who have had some exposure to yoga including an introduction to basic yoga poses and proper alignment.
Yogi Strong & Fit
Bring power and grace to your yoga practice. In this circuit-style fitness class, we will focus on improving balance and stamina in strength-based yoga poses as well as daily life. Please bring a mat, blocks, strap, and blanket.