Interesting incidents in Swami Vivekananda’s life

“Just B Yoga represents diversity of shape, size, age, race, sexual orientation, gender identification and/or expression, and is committed to making our programs accessible and affordable to all.”

Our vow to you:  

We respect our students and their needs.

We are committed to teaching yoga safely and mindfully.

We will not give hands-on adjustments without a student’s consent.

Responsibility of the Student:

We ask students to mindfully select the class that will suit your abilities at this time and to inform the instructor of any injuries, surgeries, restrictions, sensitivities or areas of concern.

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Meditation (Level 1)  Find quiet in mind and body with this 20-minute  meditation class. The class offers a variety of techniques drawing from Tibetan Buddhist, yoga and Taoist practices.  The goal is to give practitioners accessible entry points to meditation. (Instructor: Belinda)

Basics (Level 1-2) The basic fundamental approach to most poses are offered. Students learn to modify postures and to use supportive yoga props to make poses and movements accessible and safe. Class also introduces students to foundations of breath practice (pranayama), meditation (dhyana) and philosophy (sutra). (Instructor Wednesday a.m.: Julie; Instructor all other classes: Belinda)

Tai chi (Level 1-3) Learn this soft style martial art known for its slow, gentle and graceful movements. The form is a set sequence of movements that relaxes the mind and body, strengthens the legs and back, improves overall balance and coordination and increases focus. Accessible for seniors and those with knee and back problems. (Instructor: Belinda)

Yoga 2eXceL (Level 1-3) Taught with elements from training, this class is designed especially for bigger and taller bodies. Sequences may gradually flow from gentle and restorative to moderately-paced to build strength, stability, balance and flexibility along with breath awareness. Students learn to modify postures and to use supportive yoga props to make poses and movements accessible and safe. (Instructor Monday: Melissa; Instructor Thursday: Belinda)

Mind-Body Yoga (Level 1-3) In this class, we awaken the natural wisdom of the mind-body connection to lift depression, ease anxiety, and relieve chronic stress. We begin with gentle physical postures and connecting to our breath. Moving the physical body begins to calm the mind and leads us to other practices, breathing techniques, sitting meditation and deep relaxation, that promote mental and emotional well-being. (Instructor: Kim)

QiGong (Level 1-3) Slow-moving, gentle exercises that leave you energized, balanced and at ease. Qi is our life-force energy. We exercise our qi with this Chinese form of exercise. (Instructor: Belinda)

Chakra Flow (Level 2-3) Balance all of your energy centers with a creative integration of yoga poses, breath practice, meditation, sound, chanting, and aromatherapy. Modifications and variations are offered (to suit diverse bodies and abilities). (Instructor: Belinda)

LGBTQ Flow (Level 2-3) This LGBTQ and Ally-friendly class offers a safe and nurturing space for exploring moving our bodies and connecting with our spirit. Class varies from a flowing yoga sequence to workshop-style classes in which focus is given to a type of posture, transition or philosophy. Poses are taught considering various possibilities like recent surgeries, the effect of hormonal changes or overall body image/identification issues. (Instructor: Belinda)

Strength & Softness Vinyasa (Level 2-4)

Called sthira sukha in Sanskrit, equanimity of strength and softness is necessary for balance in every breath and every posture, as well as in most aspects of our lives. Find the beauty in balance as we work to energize and detoxify our bodies, then find restoration and rejuvenation as we wind down from the weekend in this power-vinyasa inspired class. (Instructor: Katy Joe)

Empower (Level 2-4) Empower yourselves to find your edge without cutting yourself with it! This challenging class is suited for students who have developed fundamental understanding of breath awareness and alignment in yoga postures and transitions. Specific focus is given to core and upper body poses, including inversions and arm balances. Modifications and variations are offered to suit diverse bodies and abilities. Studio heated to 80-90 degrees. (Instructor Wednesday: Katy Joe; Instructor Saturday: Belinda)

Kids Yoga (Ages 6-12) We invite your children to explore movement, mindfulness, breath, stillness and creative play to help with respect, discipline and engaging with their world in a calm relaxed manner. Eight-week series class on Wednesdays and Fridays. Drop-ins permitted. (Instructors Belinda and Monica)