Register for workshops by calling 804~423~8600, or by visiting the "Register Online" tab at the top right hand corner of this page to access the online scheduler. Once the scheduler opens, click on the "Help" tab for further instruction. 

Saturday September 11, 2010
11:15 AM - 12:30 PM

What is yoga? Why do we practice yoga? Can I do yoga? The Intro to Yoga class answers many commonly asked questions about yoga and its philosophy. We cover the following topics.

• The definition of yoga and a brief history
• Basic breathing and meditation techniques
• Locating your stretch point
• Proper sitting and use of props

Yoga is more than just an exercise class. Understanding the purpose of yoga adds to the experience and facilitates a long lasting practice. This class is a must for students new to yoga, but open to anyone. With this class, participants gain a better understanding of yoga and how it can improve their health.

Fee: $15
Please register in advance. Led by Laurie.

Sunday October 3, 2010
2:00 - 3:00 PM

By popular demand, this class is offered for any combination of Moms, Dads, and children age 5-10. No previous yoga experience is required and having fun is the top priority. We will play games, imagine, and delve into postures through story. Enjoy quality time with family while building strength, endurance and focus.

Fee: $10 per person
Please register in advance. Space is limited.
Led by Laurie.

Sunday October 17, 2010
1:00 - 3:00 PM

Do you feel unsure in your practice of Sun Salutations? Or need a little feedback in your Standing Poses? 

Gain knowledge in proper alignment and the inner awareness you need to experience your poses to the fullest and with confidence. Join us for a workshop devoted to breaking down the poses in a Sun Salutation and creating a greater sense of grace in its flow, as well as learning more about standing poses.

You will receive printed material to take with you and continue implementing what you have learned. This will be an energetic workshop, so beginners will need teacher approval. However, the workshop is open to anyone level 1 or higher.

There are only 10 spaces, so register early! 

Fee: $35 per person
Member rate for current HLY students: $30
Please register in advance. Space is limited.
Led by Laurie.

A busy to-do list can create a sense of being overwhelmed or stressed out. Stress that builds up over time, or chronic stress, will take on the physical form of muscle tension, sleeplessness, anxiety, shortness of breath, poor digestion and irritability. 

Restorative yoga poses use blankets, pillows and other props to support the body so that it can relax completely. The different relaxation poses massage the spine and internal organs, reducing the physical effects of stress. Students in a Restorative Yoga class learn techniques for relaxing the body that they can practice at home, as well.

Based on the book by Judith Lasater, Relax and Renew, this class includes detailed instruction, readings, handouts and a stress reducer gift kit. All props provided. No experience required. Students do need to be able to transition to and from the floor with ease.

Join us for our eighth annual Restorative Yoga class and learn great techniques for reversing the effects of stress! Be sure to register early, classes fill quickly!

Fee: $50
Member rate for current HLY students: $40
Registration required. 
Deadline for registration 11/30/2010. 
Space is limited to 10 students per class.

Led by visiting teacher Meichelle Norwood, IYT, ERYT.

Meichelle has been practicing yoga since 1999 and teaching since 2002. After completing a Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Baltimore in 1999, Meichelle decided to deepen her understanding of yoga by training to be a yoga teacher. She is a certified Integral Yoga® Teacher and received her Basic 200-hour teacher training from Satchidananda Ashram ~Yogaville in Buckingham, VA in 2002. In 2005, she received a Prenatal Yoga certification through Leslie Lytle with OM Mama here in Richmond. In 2009, she completed an additional 170-hour Intermediate Level training through Yogaville and led a thirteen month, 200-hour teacher training program at Healthy Life Yoga training individuals wishing to share in the benefits of yoga with others. Her experience includes over 2500 hours of in-classroom teaching, as well. Meichelle's style of teaching is meditative in nature, which leaves you feeling balanced and centered mentally and physically.

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