Class Descriptions
Most classes are offered in a heated environment. While the temperature generally runs between 80 and 90 degrees, some classes vary depending on the teacher and needs of the students. Humidity is used to maintain the the body’s/skin’s natural balance as well as to deepen and ignite one’s own internal body heat and encourage one of the human body’s best regulating and detoxifying functions: sweating.
Vinyasa/EMVY classes
Be. in Union yoga is EMVY (EMpowerment Vinyasa Yoga).
Vinyasa simply means incorporating breath with movement. Be. in Union yoga is Vinyasa based, but philosophically, we at b|e. believe that there is a significant difference between “power” and “empowerment.” Therefore, less stress is placed on the heat or the “power” aspect of this yoga practice. Our intention is on making students really own and feel empowered by their practice, in every sense of the word. We’re simply trying to get the message out that yoga is about YOU.
All of our classes at Be. are founded on the notion of empowerment. All EMVY classes are All Levels classes.
All Levels
Designed for practitioners whose yoga practices range from the most novice to the most seasoned. Emphasis is given to the sequencing and connection of postures with modifications for all levels.
NEW EDGE
No more excuses. No more should’ve, would’ve, could’ve.
Consider this class your weekly intensive— your new years, new you, resolution.
Consider this that workshop, that retreat, or that bootcamp you never signed up for, for whatever reason…brought to your front door.
This class will intentionally be the most, physically and otherwise, intense class on our schedule. It will challenge every limit, every edge you’ve ever known, on and off your mat. Each class will be designed to catapult you, drag you kicking and screaming, out of your comfort zone…into a world of possibilities. It will help you redefine|re-find|refine yourself and show you what you’re really capable of.
So no more I’m not good enough. No more I’m not qualified. No more waiting for things to happen so you can do the things you’d like to do.
Life is short. Take it by storm.
Come uncover|discover your strengths.
Sunrise Yoga
Start your day off right! This is an hour long, all levels, vinyasa based class aimed at awakening and energizing your mind, body and soul.
Foundations
Our Foundations class focuses on the fundamentals of alignment necessary for building a strong, safe yoga practice. This class is designed for new students or for seasoned students wanting to reinforce the foundation of their practice.
Be. the CHANGE (donation based*)
Yes, this class is donation based. Whether you give one penny or the kitchen sink, our commitment to the community is to make yoga accessible to everyone. Come join us for what promises to be a fun, open class for all levels. Mat, towel, water costs still apply.
Power Flow
An hour-long EMVY flow that gives space for building strength, finding relaxation, and attaining flexibility in our busy schedules. This is an all-levels class.
Just Yoga
This is an all levels vinyasa flow based class that focuses on the power of yoga to strengthen, restore, heal, and calm the mind, body and soul while encouraging the letting go of physical and emotional stress. Sequencing may be infused with mindful awareness and/or meditation. This class is the perfect antidote to an active life and balances a more vigorous asana practice.
Open Flow
This class is an opportunity for all practitioners, new and seasoned, to build on their practice and learn new poses (including arm balances and inversions), modifications, and variations of flow.
Ashtanga Flow
This class is rooted in the ashtanga tradition and is an all levels class. While there will be a flow and sequencing of poses, this class is based on variations of the primary series of ashtanga. The benefits of which, including strength, foundation, flexibility and integration, are a perfect compliment to any vinyasa based practice. Focus will be on the tristhana, bandhas, ujjayi, dristi and the specific method of breath to every pose. Strength with comfort emerge!
Momasana
Whether you are a new mom or mom to be, this is your yoga. Monica, our pre-natal certified teacher, will be teaching a no-heat (room will still be warm) slow, gentle vinyasa flow aimed at providing breath, movement and alleviating known stresses and uncomfortable and sometimes painful conditions/side effects of being a new mom or carrying a child…not to mention giving birth! There will be space provided at the end of class for discussion, support or just a few extra minutes of sanity. Partners, midwives, doulas, friends, and everybody else (pregnant or parent or not) is welcome. No day care? No Problem! Or, simply want to practice with your baby? Bring your baby/babies with you…children who can not yet walk are welcome.
Community Class
Vinyasa based, all levels flow aimed at making yoga accessible to all, and to newer, b|e.in Union Yoga trained, Yoga Alliance certified, teachers as well.
Private Sessions
60-minute and 90-minute private sessions provide the opportunity to work one-on-one with our teachers on any aspect of your practice. Contact a teacher after class or via email to set up a private session.