Class Descriptions – Heights School of Yoga
Pam Johnson
Beginners Yoga Basics
- Friday 9:30 – 11:00am
New to yoga or would you like to review the basics? Learn the fundamental aspects of yoga. Strong focus is placed on breath awareness. Explore beginner postures, standing, forward and backward bends, twists and their alignment, relaxation and meditation. You will also be introduced to relaxation techniques and meditation. Emphasis is on personal instruction.
Slow Flow Yoga, All Levels
- Tuesday and Thursday, 9:00 -10:30 AM
- Wednesday, 6:30-8:00 PM
- Saturday, 9:30-10:45 AM
Emphasis is on coordinating movement to the breath. Importance is placed on balancing body structure, staying focused and de-stressing through movement, breathing techniques and meditation. Classes are challenging, rejuvenating, contemplative.
Slow Flow yoga matches movement to long smooth even inhalations/exhalations, grounding the student in breath and balance. These vinyasas are specifically sequenced to build on one another allowing the student to reach their maximum potential in an asana. Special attention is given to alignment, relaxation, breathing techniques, and meditation.
Yoga for Vets, All Levels
- Tuesday 10:30 – 11:45AM
Yoga for Vets is a positive affirmation yoga asana class for military personnel and veterans. It is designed to provide yoga methodology to prevent or alleviate symptoms of combat stress or post traumatic stress disorders. Donation based class. *class is for combat vets, active duty military & significant others *all classes are donation-based ($5-10). Bring your yoga mat if you like or borrow one of ours. Please wear appropriate exercise gear and be prompt. Classes last 60 to 75 minutes.
Expedition Balance is a Houston nonprofit organization dedicated to helping combat veterans cope with mental and emotional wounds suffered because of their service. We offer classes in yoga, meditation, brain-healthy nutrition, outdoor adventures & activities, artistic/creative expression, and community service. For additional information call 281.236.5785.
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Denise Antell
Beginners Fun Flow Yoga
- Tuesday 6:45 – 8:00pm
- Thursday 6:45 – 8:00pm
- Sundays 12:00-1:00pm
Introduces Vinyasa or power yoga to newcomers or anyone who would like to deepen their practice and strengthen their fundamentals. Each class builds on principles learned in the prior class, allowing students to build a strong foundation and a general understanding of power yoga.
Sharon Hughes
Fundamental Flow
- Saturday, 11:00 – 12:30PM
Grounded in tradition, but informed by modern science, this class incorporates basic yoga poses in a meditative flow with the breath, making it accessible for beginners and appropriate for experienced students. Class ends with deep relaxation and /or meditation.
Nancy Sorenson
Anusara Inspired Yoga
- Monday, 6:30 – 8:00 PM
A heart-felt hatha yoga practice linking body, mind and spirit celebrating our innate goodness. Breathing techniques combined with principles of alignment for the inner and outer body, and balanced energetic action create noticeable revitalization in every practice session.
Harry McMahan
Sunrise Yoga Class
- Wednesday, 6:00 – 7:00 AM
Harry teaches a hatha yoga class using blocks, tennis balls, long held poses and breathing techniques that will help challenge your strength and endurance, but aid in your focus. Harry believes that yoga compliments various training regimens and all ways of life, helping more than just the physical needs of a person.
Tareen White
Prenatal Yoga Class
- Tuesday, 5:30 – 6:30 pm (Class starts Jan. 24th)
Pregnancy is a beautifully transitional time and Tareen’ s prenatal yoga class is about honoring these changes, emotionally and physically. Students are invited to engage in a supportive, physical and fun practice while addressing ways to ease common pregnancy-related discomforts. She creates an informal atmosphere where expectant mothers are encouraged to explore body awareness through breath and movement. Stay longer to enjoy a thoughtful guided meditation and deep, restorative relaxation.
No yoga experience is necessary and classes are suitable for all stages of pregnancy.