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Anusara Yoga is a playful and creative practice that focuses on alignment and expression of the heart.

Ashtanga Yoga is an athletic practice with a routine of poses that help build strength, stamina and intense internal heat.

Bikram Yoga focuses on muscular strength, endurance and flexibility and is practiced in a heated room.

Hatha Yoga is the foundation of all Yoga styles. The practice incorporates postures, breathing techniques, meditation and energetic principles to promote a healthy body, mind and soul.

Iyengar Yoga coordinates breathing exercises within poses that require precise body alignment. Props are used when needed to facilitate proper alignment.

Jivamukti Yoga blends scriptural study, Sanskrit chanting, vegetarianism, and meditation with a vigorous asana (postural) practice.

Kripalu Yoga is called the yoga of consciousness. It is a gentle practice that promotes inner awareness, meditation, and practice of asana.

Kundalini Yoga concentrates on awakening the energy at the base of the spine and drawing it upward. Classes include poses, chanting, meditation, and breathing exercises.

Power Yoga combines stretching, strength training, and meditative breathing. Each pose flows into the next, making it an intense aerobic workout.

Restorative Yoga uses blankets and bolsters - passively allowing muscles to relax. This practice is mentally, emotionally, and physically relaxing.

Sivananda Yoga is a traditional type of yoga that combines postures, breathing, dietary restrictions, chanting, scriptural study, and meditation.

Viniyoga is a gentle practice utilizing slow dance like movements connecting postures.

Vinyasa coordinates the breath and body by linking and flowing from one posture to the next.

As you can see, there are many different styles of yoga. Different styles may appeal to you at different times in your day, week, or year. The beautiful thing about yoga is that it is YOUR practice. Instructor(s) you connect with will help you on your path.

I enjoy all types of yoga and beautifully melt them together into my own ideal practice. I was lucky enough to practice with inspiring teachers of various yoga styles. My training and certification is with Hatha Yoga however, I draw from different styles when working with my student's individual needs.

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Do I need to be flexible to do yoga?

Most people have the idea that you need to be flexible to do yoga... YOU DON'T!

The beautiful thing about yoga is that IT WORKS with ALL BODY TYPES. You will still acquire the same release and opening in a pose as long as your alignment is correct and you are moving with your breath. Using props such as blocks, straps, and bolsters will help you soak in the benefits of poses that you would otherwise be unable to attain at that moment in your life. If you can't touch the floor, bring the floor closer to you with a block! Yoga truly is for ALL body types.

Finding an instructor who can give you individualized attention, even when teaching a group class is the true trademark of a good teacher.

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