Vinyasa at The Shala

Vinyasa is a moving meditation where each pose is linked by the thread of the breath. Influenced by but distinct from Ashtanga Yoga, our vinyasa classes are economic, rigorous, invigorating, and restorative.  If you’re brand new to yoga and have questions about which classes to start with, please feel welcome to write to us at info@theshala.com.

VINYASA | ALL LEVELS

Our beloved Shala vinyasa classes! All Levels vinyasa classes offer a balanced blend of breath-focused flow and alignment with modifications offered. Classes often include meditation, chanting, philosophy, and restorative postures. Leave feeling revitalized, clear, and inspired.  All students are welcome; come as you are.

+ Meditation: Class ends with meditation.
+ Pranayama: Class ends with pranayama (breathing exercises).

VINYASA | LEVEL 2-3

Our beloved Shala vinyasa classes! Level 2-3 vinyasa classes emphasize a strong and focused breath-movement sequence that moves the body in all directions for an overall physically invigorating and mentally centering experience.  Classes often include meditation, chanting, philosophy, and restorative postures. 

+ Meditation: Class ends with meditation.
+ Pranayama: Class ends with pranayama (breathing exercises).

RISE & SHINE VINYASA | ALL LEVELS 

Jump-start your day with an invigorating, focusing practice. Steady, rhythmic, and grounding, this all-levels class offers a balanced blend of slightly slower-paced breath-focused flow and alignment with modifications offered.

VINYASA + RESTORATIVE | ALL LEVELS + LEVEL 2-3

A perfect way to end your day or week and recover from the go-go-go of daily life. Vinyasa + Restorative classes merge the rhythm of a strong and focused breath-movement sequence with optional restorative postures (supported, longer-held forms) at the end. Leave feeling rested, balanced, and clear.

 

DONATION | ALL LEVELS 

A budget-friendly community class (pay $6, $11, or $15). Steady, rhythmic, and grounding, our All Levels vinyasa classes offer a balanced blend of slightly slower-paced breath-focused flow and alignment with modifications offered. 

MEDITATION

We offer free online morning meditations 7 days a week. These meditations are accessible and open to all, regardless of experience level. We teach a variety of techniques, and are primarily influenced by our teachers Sharon Salzberg, Joseph Goldstein, Kate Johnson, and Sebene Selassie. If you are interested in deepening your understanding of meditation, our annual Buddhist Studies program provides an extensive historical, philosophical, and practical framework for learning and practice in community. Donations are welcome. 

PHILOSOPHY

Yoga Sutra Studies: The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali is a much-revered text that presents the philosophy underpinning the practice of yoga. Whether new to the material or a returning reader, this priceless jewel continues to radiate wisdom for all practitioners. Each class includes chanting, philosophy and discussion. Each class includes chanting, lecture, and discussion. No asana.

AYURVEDA

Ayurveda, the sister science of Yoga, offers a holistic way to think about health and nourishment. Our Ayurveda classes cover topics ranging from philosophy to cooking to everyday self-care techniques. A time-honored approach to living and thriving, presented in accessible and practical terms.