Acrobatic/Partner Yoga Friday Evenings 6:00 - 8 pm with Hannah Pierce
Acrobatic/Partner Yoga was developed as a blend between the asanas of Hatha Yoga, the spiritual mind of Tantra Yoga, and the spry nature of traditional acrobatics and gymnastics. AcroYoga has been growing in popularity throughout the United States for the past decade, not only for its challenging aspects, but also for its therapeutic benefits. The class will incorporate partner stretching and strengthening exercises, as well as the basic practices of therapeutic flying and basing. As we continue expect this class to grow into the more advanced practices of acrobatic flying and counter-balances. No experience required, however be prepared for multiple inversions, back bends, and balancing exercises; and always, be prepared to PLAY!
Hannah has been practicing yoga for over 5 years and got her start with the practice of Acrobatic Yoga. She is currently a student of UNM Taos working towards her LMT and Bachelor’s degree. Originally from New England she moved to New Mexico in August of 2011 and plans to stay until she can attend a midwifery apprenticeship in Taos.
This class is a donation class,with a suggested donation of $5-$15. Members Welcome!
Integrative Health & Medical Massage presents
Spring Wellness Courses starting March 19, 2012
Meditation for Wellness (1 credit) with Sean Murphy
Open to anyone interested in stress reduction, general well-being or simply developing a calmer, clearer approach to life. An introduction to meditation and related practices such as mindfulness and moving contemplative forms such as walking meditation and Qi Gong. Open to all levels, from beginners to experienced meditaters. Each class meeting will include experiential exercises designed to illustrate stress reduction, meditation and awareness-building tools.
CRN 45475 GNST 293-822 Meditation for Wellness Tuesday 5:30-7:30 @ Santosha
Hatha Yoga for Wellness (1 credit) with Robert Stewart
This course explores the deeper aspects of mind, body, and breath awareness through yoga asana (physical postures). Using breath work, modification, and alignment based methods to learn safe and effective ways to gently enter and exit yoga poses with out causing harm to the body, potentially leading to increased emotional and physical well being. Whether you are new to yoga or have been practicing a while, students of all levels are welcome.
CRN 45476 GNST 293-823 Hatha Yoga for Wellness Thursday 5:30-7:30 @ Santosha
Functional Stretching for Wellness (1 credit) with Heidi Gates
Most of us know that stretching is an important part of any sport; however the importance of flexibility is often overlooked for relief of chronic pain and for maintenance of overall health. Facilitated stretching has been popular in the professional sports industry and increasingly with the general population due to the fact that it can bring about dramatic gains in flexibility in a very short time. Facilitated stretching overrides the stretch reflex that is the body’s natural defense against injury.
With instruction, the student will learn how to perform three simple steps: stretch the muscle, contract it isometrically against resistance, and then stretch it again. You will need to wear loose fitting clothing.
45477 GNST 293-824 Functional Stretching for Wellness M 12:00-2:00 @ Santosha
Register at UNM-Taos, Klauer Campus or online at taos.unm.edu
(575) 737-6200
Santosha has partnered with the University of New Mexico in offering a 200 Yoga Alliance Teacher Training and Professional Continuing Education
Please go to link for more information: http://taos.unm.edu