NOT YOUR AVERAGE YOGA STUDIO

At the Metta Center you will find low-stress yoga focused on slow, mindful movement to encourage balance and strength. If you are looking for hot yoga, or competitive yoga this is not the studio for you. If you are looking for intimate classes with a slower pace, focusing on breath, alignment and ease than come on in to check us out!

 

Chair Yoga

12:30pm on Wednesdays with David

Chair Yoga is a gentle class adapting yoga poses with a chair. This class cultivates awareness and deep relaxation through meditation, breath work, and gentle stretches all without the stress of getting up and down off the floor. The chair is used for seated postures and meditation and also for greater stability in standing and balance postures. You will experience the same benefits of other yoga classes, such as improved balance, strength, and mobility. You will also learn techniques to calm the mind and body that can be practiced anywhere. All levels and abilities are welcome.


Easing into Yoga

11:00am on Fridays with David

In this class you will learn the basics of yoga, with none of the pressure of a full-on 'flow' class.  You will learn about safe movement in yoga, yoga breathing, form for the basic yoga poses and transitions, and a little about the philosophy of yoga.  You will develop the strength, balance and flexibility necessary for flow yoga classes.  You will be able to ask questions and seek clarifications from the teacher in real time; and the teacher will offer both verbal and physical adjustments to all students who want them.  Overall, we want to create a fun, safe and approachable way for you to 'ease into yoga'


Meditative Slow Flow Yoga

11:00am on Tuesdays with Leah

This class cultivates presence, awareness and deep relaxation through meditation, breath work, and gentle stretches. Gentle, subtle movement is incorporated in to allow for integration into the body. This class is perfect for beginners looking to build a foundation in meditation and in yoga or for people wanting a slow flow paced, meditative class. Spending time in postures with breath will help students center themselves, reduce stress, and allow themselves to just ‘be’. Open to beginners and seasoned yoga students.


Prenatal Yoga - 45 minute Class

**CURRENTLY ON HIATUS**

This class is focused on cultivating presence, and deep relaxation through meditation, breathing, and gentle movement. We use gentle, restorative yoga and breathing exercises to strengthen body and mind and support you in finding comfort in your body during and after pregnancy. Spending time in postures with breath will help students center themselves, reduce stress, and allow themselves to just ‘be’. Part Yoga, part meditation, this class will support you in your pregnancy and after birth. All pregnant women & new mommies are welcome to join!


Private Pre & Postnatal with Leah

When booking these sessions, they can be found under Services and then scroll down to Private Pre & Postnatal Yoga.

30 minutes - $50

60 minutes - $90


Rise & Shine Yoga

8:30am on Saturdays with David

This morning class is designed to lift you up and energize you for the weekend! It will include active breathing exercises, sun salutations, balancing, and other invigorating poses to get your day started right.  This flow class is best for those who are comfortable with their knowledge of basic yoga poses. We will begin to explore some intermediate poses as well.


Short Flow Yoga - 30 minute class

10:15am on Thursdays with Leah

This brief class focuses on strengthening and stretching the core column of muscles from head to toe. Class includes standing and seated postures and clear cues to engage the subtle body. Great class for beginners or seasoned practitioners.


Tai Chi for Fall Prevention - 45 minute class

3:30 pm on Thursdays, starting on April 4th, 2024

Tai Chi is a martial art that emphasizes balance, smooth movement, and flow. In this class, you will learn Yang style Tai Chi. Yang style is the most popular style in the United States, and it is performed in parks and fitness facilities throughout the country. It is known for its large, sweeping, graceful, and slow movements. Yang style allows people of all ages and fitness levels to start easily and continue to practice it safely to improve their health. No props are required.


Uplifting Yoga – Intermediate class

6:30pm on Wednesdays with David

Our "Uplifting Yoga Flow" class is a Wednesday evening flow class that emphasizes 'floating' strengthening and stabilizing poses.  Often, yoga is thought of as a 'stretching class,' but this class will focus more on poses that promote functional strength and endurance in both mind and body. We will also begin to work on some intermediate poses that defy gravity, like crow pose, standing split, half-moon, and other poses at a similar level of difficulty.


Yoga for Desk Workers

9:45am on Saturdays with David

Working in an office can break down our body, mind, and soul if we do not take the time for rest and restoration! This class, a salute to all of the office desk workers out there, is designed to take everyone's self-care regimen to the next level. It includes breath work to calm the mind, simple poses to stretch and strengthen the parts of the body most impacted by office work, and a short meditation to feed the soul. We also share valuable information regarding 'ideal posture' and ergonomics in the workplace. Come join us!