Yoga
Practicing Balance, Strength, Flexibility & Calm
In Come As You Are Yoga, you will be encouraged to listen to your body, to notice your breath and to practice with self-compassion. You will learn the basics of yoga, a combination of physical poses, deep breathing, and an opportunity for stillness and quiet. No matter what your body type, age, level of flexibility or strength, this class will help you understand yoga, feel comfortable in your body, and release stress. At the beginning of each class, we focus on mindfulness, breath instruction and a theme supported by a quote or poem, and at the end of each class there will be an opportunity for deep relaxation. My style of yoga teaching is focused both on emerging yoga students as well as those who have a previous yoga background. For those needing extra stability for balance, I offer suggestions for modifications including using a chair and yoga blocks. For information on class times, class location and livestream links if you choose to practice on-line, click on Weekly Yoga under the yoga tab above.
What students are saying...
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I was a beginning yoga student 3 years ago when I began coming to class with Deanna. I have become stronger and have learned that yoga is so much more than touching my toes. I always leave class feeling stronger and calmer inside. –yoga student
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These weekly yoga classes have helped me feel more balanced and steady on my feet. I also attend the monthly restorative classes which have become an evening I look forward to as something I do for myself. -yoga student
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What I’ve liked about your style, is how you’ve made yoga accessible to any, and all. The way you’ve broken down the poses, and given modifications, and prop examples, makes it really doable. Truly more people would try yoga I believe, if they’d been given the chance to take class with you. The slower pace is perfect for grounding, perfecting posture, and really getting into a meditative state. I appreciate you giving thought to the focus of the week too.
–experienced student