Special classes in September:
Moderate/Vigorous:
The classes marked
Vigorous provide an ever-changing,
flowing series of postures and movements linked by an even,
rhythmic breath. Most postures are held for only a few breaths
before moving on to the next, building internal heat to cleanse
the body and focus the mind. The postures will challenge your
balance, flexibility, strength, and endurance. The emphasis on
steady breathing provides mental focus and equanimity
throughout.

The classes marked
Moderate also flow from posture to
posture, but they do so more slowly, and we often pause to
focus on the details of certain postures for a longer period.
Both levels are open to new beginners, with options provided
for all so you can adapt the intensity of the class to your needs
on any given day.
YogaPilates combines the best of yoga and pilates, so you can
focus on strengthening your core while also lengthening and
invigorating the entire body. These classes are mixed level—the
instructor offers options for both brand-new beginners and
seasoned students in the same class, in an ongoing flow of
movement. So, start by taking the beginner options. When
you're ready, at your own pace, try the intermediate options—
maybe today, maybe next month or next year. You can make
the class just the right level of challenge and ease that you
need each day. You will soon notice changes in what you can
do and how you feel!
Classes at Movement Yoga & Pilates
Class Descriptions
All classes are open to new beginners.
Yoga focuses on more detailed instruction for individual yoga
postures, breathing practices, and relaxation techniques. We
approach each posture as a series of actions and sensations
that we can explore on both the obvious and the more subtle
levels of awareness. Postures are modified and props are used
to make the practice therapeutic for each individual, allowing
you let go of your habits of movement and tension to
experience new possibilities in your yoga practice.
Tuesday, September 23, 7-8pm: Restorative Yoga offers you a
chance to sit and recline, using small movements that gently
open tight areas (like the neck, upper back, lower back,
shoulders, and hips). Relax in long, luxurious poses on the floor
while your body is supported with blankets and other props. Let
gravity do the work while you release tension and allow the mind
to become calm. Great for relieving stress after a long week!
What is Yoga?
Yoga combines postures and
movements with conscious breathing
to simultaneously strengthen and
stretch. The main style of yoga in our
classes offers a steady, continuous
flow of movement called vinyasa [vin-
ya-sa]. In the process, we:
  • strengthen and stretch muscles
  • stabilize and align joints
  • improve balance
  • gradually expand breathing
    capacity and cardiovascular
    endurance
  • develop mental focus and clarity
  • cultivate a sense of physical and
    mental well-being
What is Pilates?
Pilates [pih-lah-teez] is a set of
exercises that increases core
strength. A strong core is absolutely
crucial for good posture and spinal
health, making you look taller and
leaner as well as helping keep your
back pain-free. This core area includes:
  • several layers of abdominal
    muscles
  • the muscles of the lower,
    middle, and upper back
  • the muscles and connective
    tissue of the pelvis
These exercises also encourage
flexibility through the chest, shoulders,
and torso. Each area is isolated in turn
to develop body awareness and
pelvic/spinal alignment. Our classes
combine the classical Pilates exercises
with recent innovative variations that
target the precise areas where we
tend to lose strength over time.
How much do classes cost at
Movement?
For a limited time,
your first week of classes is
free!
Click here for details.
Will the class schedule change?
These classes are ongoing, but the
schedule will be updated regularly
according to demand. New classes
will be added and classes with low
attendance may be changed or
dropped. If class must be cancelled
due to weather or emergency, it will
be announced on the outgoing
voicemail message at 513.255.0166
and students will receive a pass
extension.
Check this page regularly for
upcoming special classes and holiday
schedules. (These will also be
posted at the studio.)
Do I have to pre-register?
No--just come on in!
Arrive 10 minutes early to get a spot,
sign in before class begins, and get
comfortable.
Fall/Winter 2008 Classes at Movement  Yoga and Pilates
Mondays
Tuesdays
Wednesdays
Thursdays
Fridays
Saturdays




6-7pm
Yoga
(Moderate)




6-7pm
YogaPilates
(Vigorous)




6-7pm
YogaPilates
(Moderate)

5:30-5:50pm
Meditation

6-7pm
Yoga
(Moderate)




6-7pm
YogaPilates
(Moderate)

8-9am
YogaPilates
(Vigorous)

11am-12pm
Yoga
(Moderate)
Meditation is a 20-minute session
offering you a chance to center
yourself and let the mind become
quiet before your yoga practice. (A
valid class pass allows you to attend
the Meditation class on Thursdays
from 5:30 to 5:50pm for free. If you
are not currently a student at
Movement, and you wish to attend
only the Meditation sessions, contact
the instructor at 513.255.0166.)
Tuesday, September 16, 5-5:45pm: Yin Yoga is a quiet but
intense form of yoga that asks you to sit still as the connective
tissue of the body slowly, steadily regains its full elasticity,
restoring full range of motion to hips and other tight areas.
Familiar postures feel different when held in the yin method.
To attend these special classes, you can use your current class pass (4-class, 16-class, or
unlimited) or drop in for $12. Let us know if you'd like to see these classes on the regular schedule!
The drop-in classes above are moderate to vigorous in intensity.
Are you interested in
GENTLE YOGA?
Click here to see the Gentle Yoga 8-week sessions for Fall/Winter!
All classes are open to drop-ins--both new beginners and seasoned students.
Doors open about 15 minutes before class begins.
Questions?
Click here for
directions, fees, and
more information
or
click here to email
Elizabeth
.
Questions?
Click here for directions, fees, and more
information
or
click here to email Elizabeth.
We've been
sharing
some good
recipes in
the studio.
Here are a
few of them
posted for
you to try!
Haven't seen
Elias in a while?
Check
here for
new levels of
adorableness.

Thanksgiving
Yoga

All classes are
cancelled
from
Thursday,
November 27
through
Saturday,
November 29.
All students
receive an
automatic
three-day
extension of
any pass valid
for those
dates.

However, if
you are in
town and are
a regular yoga
practitioner,
please feel
free to come
in to the
studio to join
me for an
open practice.
Select one of
the sequences
here or make
up one of your
own. I will not
be cueing or
adjusting--I
will be
practicing
with you! This
is an
opportunity to
develop your
independent
practice
according to
what your
breath and
body need,
while still
benefiting
from the
support and
energy of
those
practicing
around you.

Open Practice
Schedule:

Thursday
Nov 27
9:30-10:30am

Friday
Nov 28
9:30-10:30am

Saturday
Nov 29
11am-12pm

I hope to see
you there!
Check here or
call
513.255.0166
for the
Christmas
schedule as it
draws near.