Class Descriptions

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Prep
We offer classes at every level beginning with Prep. We recommend that anyone in the beginning stages of practice start with this level.

Levels 1-3
Every level is designed to prepare you for the next one. We encourage you to find the level that is most suitable for you. Level 3 is a complete Primary Series class.

Community Class
This Level 1 class will be taught by graduates from our teacher training program. $5. All proceeds from the Community Class will be donated to SEED Canada. Visit SEED's website at www.seedcan.org.

Meditation
Move into stillness, developing concentration and awareness through the process
of mindfulness meditation. Meditation classes are pay what you can.

Mysore Enhanced
is a unique program offered by Downward Dog Yoga Centre. Developed by Ron Reid, it builds on the traditional Mysore approach first established by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois in Mysore, India by including a therapeutic component rarely found in other programs.

By adapting the practice to each individual's needs we feel there is a greater opportunity for pain-free practice.

Mysore Enhanced teachers are highly skilled and highly trained. Most are practicing at a third series level and many are also therapists, including Shiatsu, massage, chiropractic and osteopathy. You will find precise, detailed information about mis-alignment that could lead to injuries, in addition to the form of the series. This is why we call it Mysore Enhanced.

Our pledge to our students is that you will always be treated with kindness, respect and intelligence.

The Mysore program was first established at Downward Dog in 1997 and is the longest running program of its kind in Canada. Namaste.

Click here to link to a brief video-window into Mysore Enhanced class.

Mysore Pulse
Just like our Ujjayi Pulse classes, a live drummer will accompany this class. Students are free to practice on their own time and in their own way while the sound of the drum reminds us to breathe together. Diane will be there to assist and answer questions. Come and practice for any amount of time, all levels welcome. Mysore Pulse will begin Friday, Oct. 17, 2008

Restorative
Restorative yoga supports the practitioner with props in various poses, facilitating a deep release of stress, and a calming and quieting of the mind.

Ujjayi Pulse (ooo-j-eye-ee pulse)
This class combines the practice of vinyasa yoga with a steady rhythmic flow. The live drum sound provides the practitioner with a method to align breath, bandhas and movement in a continuous flowing practice. Students should be familiar with the Primary Series.

Vinyasa Lab
This class is designed to bring awareness to yoga in motion. Vinyasa sequences can be challenging. Through keen observation and intelligent repetition we will explore various ways to create a smooth, effortless practice. Level 1, 2 and up. Vinyasa Lab will begin Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008

Yoga Jam
A yoga class devoted to the spirit of improvisation. We will find new and exciting ways to energize our practice by exploring new variations and unique ways of combining them. See how the unexpected can yield exhilarating results.

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