CLASS DESCRIPTION | The Yoga Loft

CLASSES

OPEN FOR IN PERSON CLASSES JUNE 1ST! PLEASE READ OUR COVID UPDATE UNDER THE "STUDIO" TAB.

Registration through our website or WIX app required for all classes Sign up min. 30 minutes prior to class, cancel min. of 2 hours prior to avoid being charged. In studio practice arrive 15 minutes early- read details on COVID page under "studio" tab.

We are excited that we are able to offer a Virtual option for our schedule! You can practice with us from anywhere! If practicing virtually, a Zoom link will be emailed to you after you register. This is an auto generated email. Check trash or spam folders if you don't see it. You can also access the Zoom link on your account page for the class you are registered.

YOGA FOR EVERYONE

We offer a variety of classes for any student level. All classes can be modified, listen to your body.

If you are feeling ill prior to registration or at class time please stay home and heal following COVID-19 guidelines. Please see notes on COVID-19 page under "studio" tab.

Drop-ins not permitted at this time. Pre-registration kindly requested. Studio space is marked to social distancing guidelines. We have 15 spaces marked. Class sizes range from 6-15 students + teacher.

Due to restrictions and safety guidelines we require each student to bring their own yoga mat to all classes. All practices that use props will be series only with registration required. Props will be assigned to students, stored in a student bag and remain at the studio for the entire series. Props will be sanitized between series.

Sign up min. 45 minutes prior to class in Winter months, 30 minutes any months. Cancel minimum of 2 hours prior to avoid being charged. These windows allow teachers enough travel time to the studio and for class preparation. If you are not sure of your schedule, sign up closer to the start of class. Special events are non-refundable unless event is cancelled. If unable to attend, consider gifting to a friend.

Schedule will show "VIRTUAL" if this class is via Zoom only or available as a hybrid of virtual/zoom. Be mindful if registering for virtual or in studio classes to avoid being charged a no show. If practicing virtually, a Zoom link will be emailed to you 30 minutes prior to class start time. Use Zoom link to enter virtual class and practice from anywhere!

Note: We may require 2-4 (class determines min.) participants in order for class to run as a safety precaution for students and teachers. We are grateful for your understanding. You will receive an email or text if class is cancelled.

Winter Weather Class Updates

We typically cancel classes if Howard-Suamico schools cancel to ensure yogis and teachers safety.

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Room temperature for classes ranges from 72-80 degrees.

Vinyasa

Vinyasa class blends breath with series of yoga poses. Be prepared move through challenging sequences guaranteed to strengthen and release your body and mind. This class is appropriate for all levels. Beginners are encouraged to move at their own pace, modify, and take breaks as needed.

Bring yoga mat and a block if you enjoy practicing with one; not required.

Hot Vinyasa Sculpt

Do you love an energized flow? If so, Vinyasa Sculpt is for you! This flow is more intensified that incorporates hand weights and bursts of cardio to build heat. This class will leave you sweating while burning calories and building lean muscle mass to add strength into your yoga practice.

Hot Power Flow

This faster paced yoga class is heated naturally (body heat) allowing for the safe exploration of more complex and challenging asanas. This class is ideal for students with an established practice who can approach challenge with mindfulness, strong alignment, and breath. Beginners, however, are welcome and encouraged to move at their own pace with modifications.

Slow | Beginner Flow

This practice instills new students with the comfort, strength and knowledge to explore their practice, and gives experienced students a gentler, more relaxed flow with a focus on alignment. The flow pauses occasionally to explore and deepen awareness. After dissolving on the mat and relaxing in savasana, you’ll emerge balanced and grounded. Great for all levels.

Rise & Shine Flow

This morning class will help you rise and shine so you can greet your day with love and peace in your heart. Moving at a slower pace, this class will offer warm-ups of sun salutations to embrace the rising sun, followed by luxurious good morning stretches to work out any tension spots from sleeping. We will end with meditation in savasana and setting intentions for the day so we can move forward feeling awake, peaceful, and ready to handle the full day ahead.

Restorative Yoga + Guided Meditation

Begin by exploring techniques designed to bring you peace of mind, reduced stress, and improved concentration. Follow this with supported poses that promote deep relaxation and rest. This class will leave you feeling rejuvenated, relaxed, and restored.

Bring your yoga mat, blanket, pillow and 1-2 soft blocks. No yoga mats or props available in the studio. Class size is limited.

Barre & Core Yoga

A blended class for the curious yogi. Incorporating the dance-inspired discipline of barre with a yoga practice focused on building strength and working on your core.

This an energizing low-impact, high-intensity class designed to strengthen your arms, core, legs, and gluts. Classes may include use of weights; studio provided. Accessible to all levels.

Barre

A blended class for the curious yogi. Incorporating the dance-inspired discipline of barre with a yoga practice focused on building strength and working on your core.

This an energizing low-impact, high-intensity class designed to strengthen your arms, core, legs, and gluts. Classes may include use of weights; studio provided. Accessible to all levels.

Yin Yoga by Twinklelight

Yin yoga has many benefits other than just being a good balance to our active life styles. The Yin practice releases fascia and improves joint mobility allowing the flow of nutrients and energy through the body. With the help of blocks, bolsters and straps this lovely stretching allows your joints to decompress, open, and exhale a sign of relief. Holds are 3-5 minutes in a calm setting with inward reflection. As an added bonus, the YIN practice calms and balances the mind and body, increases circulation, improves flexibility and balances the internal organs. You will leave feeling dreamy.

Open to all levels; Greatly recommended for injury recovery.

Yoga Fusion

What is Yoga Fusion?

This class blends Yoga, Pilates, and contemporary body conditioning to build core strength, flexibility and a total body workout. All levels welcome.

PiYo

PiYo is a a low-impact exercise that is a mix of Pilates, which focuses on muscle and core building, and yoga, which focuses on strength and flexibility. This total-body flow is designed to strengthen small muscles (triceps, shoulders, biceps, calves) and large muscles (hamstrings, back, chest).

Gentle & Restorative 4-Week Series

This 4-week series is in person at the studio. All participants must pre-register for the series. No drop in's allowed. Each class is 60 minutes.

We've created this special series to provide those comfortable practicing in a studio setting the props and space to do so in a safe way during this pandemic. Upon registration you will be assigned yoga props to be used during the 4-week series. Props include bolster, blocks, blankets and strap. Props will be stored in the provided student bag and stored at The Yoga Loft for the duration of the series. This will limit props only being in contact with you. Props are sanitized between sessions. Students to provide a yoga mat.

This class offers a blissful blend of gentle movement and restorative poses. Yogis will warm their bodies with a seated series followed by a non-strenuous standing series. Allowing plenty of time at the end to wind down with props and longer holds, to restore your body and reset your mind! Everyone welcome!

This class is appropriate for anyone new to yoga, seniors, and people with injuries, disabilities or illnesses – or anyone who wants a gentler experience. Space limited to 6 and reservations to series required.

Restorative Yoga by Candlelight 4-Week Series

This 4-week series is in person at the studio. All participants must pre-register for the series. No drop in's allowed. Each class is 60 minutes.

Restorative Yoga by Candlelight 4-Week Series

This 4-week series is in person at the studio. All participants must pre-register for the series. No drop in's allowed. Each class is 60 minutes.

Beginner Series

Beginning or coming back to your yoga practice can be a challenge. It's learning or remembering a new language, literally and physically! To support your journey, we have created this Beginner Series!

Beginning or coming back to your yoga practice can be a challenge. It is learning and remembering a new language, literally and physically! To support your journey, we have created this Beginner Series!

In this series, you will explore the yoga poses and practiced our traditional yoga classes. You will learn how to safely work your way into poses and the benefits to your body and mind. Each week will explore a new poses. You will discover areas of strength and ability in your body you didn’t even know you had! Throughout the series, you will experience one-on-one tips for your practice.