Yoga Class Descriptions

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Attune To The Moon - 6-week yoga series to reflect and restore

As we transition from fall to winter, the days grow shorter and darkness becomes a familiar companion. This shift invites us to slow down and embrace the moon's gentle light, guiding us into a space of reflection and restoration.

In these turbulent times, finding balance is essential. Our six-week "Attune to the Moon" series offers a sanctuary to reconnect with yourself and the rhythms of nature. As the light retreats, we invite you to explore the calming, intuitive energy of the moon through Hatha Yoga.

This series will help you:

• Practice Moon salutations and align with the Lunar cycle

• Balance the busyness of life with restorative yoga

• Use breathwork to harmonize sun and moon energies

• Embrace quiet, release, and non-striving

• Develop a deeper sense of presence and equanimity

Join us as we navigate the darkness with grace, finding serenity in the stars and the night. Let’s cultivate a calm, balanced mind as we prepare for the holiday season and address the challenges of the world around us.

When: November 4 - December 18 (No classes the week of Thanksgiving)

Weekly Schedule: 

• Tuesdays: 9:00-10:00 am (Moderate/Vigorous)

• Tuesdays: 5:30-6:30 pm (Gentle/Moderate)

• Thursdays: 9:00-10:00 am (Moderate/Vigorous)

• Thursdays: 5:30-6:30 pm (Gentle/Moderate)

Level:

• Moderate/Vigorous Morning Classes

• Gentle/Moderate Evening Classes

Where:

• Jewish Community of Amherst, 742 Main St. Amherst MA.

Cost:

• 1 class/week/6 weeks = $120

• 2 classes/week/6 weeks = $220 (Free Class!)

Past Classes

Yoga for Empowerment - 6-Week Yoga Series

As the crisp air of early fall wraps around us, we invite you to empower yourself through our "Yoga for Empowerment" series at Stone House Farm. Immerse yourself in the tranquil surroundings as you cultivate strength, resilience, and inner harmony through yoga.

Bring your questions and aspirations to class, and together we'll explore pathways to empowerment through yoga. Each session is an opportunity to learn from one another, enriching everyone's practice with shared insights and experiences.

Yoga for Empowerment is designed to:
🍂 Encourage your personal growth and self-awareness through dynamic sequences
🍂 Address specific concerns or limitations with tailored techniques
🍂 Explore methods to enhance mental clarity and emotional resilience
🍂 Nourish your body, mind, and spirit as we transition from summer to fall.

When: September 9 - October 16

Weekly Schedule: 

• Tuesdays: 9:00-10:00 am (Moderate/Vigorous)

• Tuesdays: 5:30-6:30 pm (Gentle/Moderate)

• Thursdays: 9:00-10:00 am (Moderate/Vigorous)

• Thursdays: 5:30-6:30 pm (Gentle)

Level:

• Moderate/Vigorous Morning Classes

• Gentle/Moderate Evening Classes

Where:

• Stone House Farm, a beautiful outdoor setting and a cozy barn space for rainy days, 649 East Pleasant St. Amherst MA

Cost:

• 1 class/week/6 weeks = $120

• 2 classes/week/6 weeks = $220 (Free Class!)

Summer Yoga Lab - 5-Week Yoga Series

As the warmth of summer envelops us, we invite you to reconnect with yourself and nature through our Outdoor Summer Yoga Lab at Stone House Farm. Enjoy the serene environment, surrounded by lush gardens and the gentle sounds of nature, as you open up to the benefits of yoga.

Bring your questions and concerns to class and we will explore different ways of addressing what ails you and what you are wanting from a yoga practice. Everybody benefits from each others questions and curiosity.

Summer Yoga Lab is designed to:
🌼Answer your yoga related questions in a friendly environment
🌼Address specific niggling aches and pains for greater comfort
🌼Explore different ways to soothe jangled nerves in troubled times
🌼Nourish your body, mind, and spirit in the fullness of summer.

When: July 1 - July 31

Weekly Schedule: 

• Tuesdays: 9:00-10:00 am (Moderate/Vigorous) - with Katie!

• Tuesdays: 5:30-6:30 pm (Gentle/Moderate) - with Katie!

• Wednesdays: 4:00-5:00 pm (Yoga for Seniors, Gentle) - with Katie!

• Thursdays: 9:00-10:00 am (Moderate/Vigorous) - with Katie!

• Thursdays: 5:30-6:30 pm (Gentle/Moderate) - with Katherine!

Level:

• Tuesdays and Thursdays: Moderate/Vigorous Morning Classes and Gentle/Moderate Evening Classes

• Wednesdays: Gentle (Yoga For Seniors)

Where:

• Stone House Farm, a beautiful outdoor setting and a cozy barn space for rainy days, 649 East Pleasant St. Amherst MA

Cost:

• 1 class/week/5 weeks = $100

• 2 classes/week/5 weeks = $180 (Free Class!)

• 1 class/week/5 weeks (Yoga For Seniors) = $100

Mindful Movement for Troubled Times - 6 Week Yoga Series

As we move into the months of May and June, join us at Stone House Farm for an empowering yoga series designed to help you navigate these challenging times with grace and resilience.

In a world filled with uncertainty, finding your center and taking mindful action is more crucial than ever. Our Mindful Movement for Troubled Times series is crafted to support you in building resilience, reducing stress, and fostering a sense of calm and clarity through dedicated yoga practice.

When: May 6 - June 12

Weekly Schedule: 

• Tuesdays: 9:00-10:00 am (Moderate/Vigorous) - with Katie!

• Tuesdays: 5:30-6:30 pm (Gentle/Moderate) - with Katie!

• Wednesdays: 4:00-5:00 pm (Yoga for Seniors, Gentle) - with Katie!

• Thursdays: 9:00-10:00 am (Moderate/Vigorous) - with Katie!

• Thursdays: 5:30-6:30 pm (Gentle/Moderate) - with Katherine!

Level:

• Tuesdays and Thursdays: Moderate/Vigorous Morning Classes and Gentle/Moderate Evening Classes

• Wednesdays: Gentle (Yoga For Seniors)

Where:

• Stone House Farm, a beautiful outdoor setting and a cozy barn space for rainy days, 649 East Pleasant St. Amherst MA

Cost:

• 1 class/week/6 weeks = $120

• 2 classes/week/6 weeks = $220 (Free Class!)

• 1 class/week/6 weeks (Yoga For Seniors) = $120

The Yoga of Flow - 6 Week Yoga Series

This March and April, flow from Winter into Spring with some powerful yoga to help you navigate the transition.

As the seasons transition, so do we. This series is designed to help you navigate this shift by creating warmth and circulation, reducing tension, and cultivating a sense of ease and comfort. Through powerful and fluid yoga practices, you'll deepen your connection to your breath, expand your awareness, and find harmony within.

When: March 4 - April 17 (No classes 3/12, 3/18, or 3/20)

Weekly Schedule: 

• Tuesdays: 9:00-10:00 am (Moderate/Vigorous)

• Tuesdays: 5:30-6:30 pm (Gentle)

• Wednesdays: 4:00-5:00 pm (Moderate - with Katherine!)

• Thursdays: 9:00-10:00 am (Moderate/Vigorous)

• Thursdays: 5:30-6:30 pm (Gentle)

Level:

• Tuesdays and Thursdays: Moderate/Vigorous Morning Classes and Gentle Evening Classes

• Wednesdays: Gentle/Moderate

Where:

• Tuesdays and Thursdays: Jewish Community of Amherst, 742 Main St. Amherst MA.

• Wednesdays: Venture Way Collaborative, 200 Venture Way, Hadley MA. (Big Red Building)
  

Cost:

• 1 class/week/6 weeks = $120

• 2 classes/week/6 weeks = $220 (Free Class!)

• 1 class/week/6 weeks (Wednesdays with Katherine) = $120

Grounding Yoga Through Standing Poses - 8 Week Yoga Series

This January and February at Build Yoga we are kicking off the new year with the intention of GROUNDING. There are a lot of big changes happening, socially, politically, and even astrologically. We invite you to get both feet firmly rooted on the ground  with our upcoming yoga series, "Grounding Yoga Through Standing Poses". This series will teach you grounding yoga poses and guide you in establishing a strong connection with the earth, fostering stability, balance, and presence so you can take in the goodness of the present moment and do the good work that needs doing in your life and in the world.

This series is all about grounding your energy, strengthening your body, and opening your heart. Through the regular practice of key yoga standing poses and enlivening variations, you'll deepen your understanding of how to get grounded and experience the mental, emotional, and energetic benefits that arise.

When: January 6th to February 27th

Weekly Schedule: 

• Mondays: 4:00-5:00 pm (Moderate/Gentle Yoga Class - only from January 6-27 - with new teacher Katherine!)

• Tuesdays: 9:00-10:00 am (Moderate/Vigorous)

• Tuesdays: 5:30-6:30 pm (Gentle Yoga Class)

• Thursdays: 9:00-10:00 am (Moderate/Vigorous)

• Thursdays: 5:30-6:30 pm (Gentle Yoga Class)

Level:

• Mondays: Gentle/Moderate

• Tuesdays and Thursdays: Moderate/Vigorous Morning Classes and Gentle Evening Classes

Where: Jewish Community of Amherst, 742 Main St. Amherst MA. 

Cost:

• 1 class/week/8 weeks = $160

• 2 classes/week/8 weeks = $300 (Free class!)

• 4-week mini-series (once a week) with new teacher Katherine = $80

Sattva: The Yoga of Balanced Energy - 6 Week Yoga Series

This November and December at Build Yoga and Wellness, join us into the heart of balance and replenishment. Our upcoming yoga series, "Sattva: The Yoga of Balanced Energy" will support you to restore and replenish your energy stores, and cultivate a deep sense of calm amidst the busyness of life.

When: November 5th to December 19th, 6 week series (No classes Thanksgiving week)
Weekly Schedule: 

• Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9:00-10:00 am (Moderate/Vigorous)

• Tuesdays and Thursdays: 5:30-6:30 pm (Gentle)

Level: Moderate/Vigorous Morning Classes and Gentle Evening Classes.
Where: Jewish Community of Amherst, 742 Main St. Amherst MA. 
Cost:

• 1 class/week/6 weeks = $120

• 2 classes/week/6 weeks = $220 ($20 off)

Discover Your Strength Within - 6 Week Yoga Series

This fall at Build Yoga and Wellness we are going to lean into the practices of yoga to strengthen and steady ourselves by focusing on our relationship to the core.

The core is the center of our body that stabilizes all movement, and, it’s also the connection to our empowerment and self esteem, and, it is the very core of who we are, our essence. There is a lot more to your core then simply your stomach muscles!

When: September 17th to October 24th, 6 week series
Weekly Schedule: 

• Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9:00-10:00 am (Moderate/Vigorous)

• Tuesdays and Thursdays: 5:30-6:30 pm (Gentle)

Level: Moderate/Vigorous Morning Classes and Gentle Evening Classes.
Where: Stone House Farm, 649 East Pleasant St. Amherst MA.  
Cost:

• 1 class/week/6 weeks = $120

• 2 classes/week/6 weeks = $220 ($20 off)

9:00 -10:00 AM Moderate/Vigorous Yoga Series Description:

Awaken your core from the tip of your toes to the crown of your head! Engage in invigorating practices that enhance balance, stability, and emotional empowerment. Learn how to engage and strengthen the feet, inner legs, pelvic floor, hip flexors and diaphragm. These are the lesser know aspects of core engagement that help create balanced action.

Immerse yourself in a journey of core strength development that resonates physically, mentally and spiritually. Join us in turning up your inner light and heat this fall!

5:30-6:30 PM Gentle Yoga Series Description:

Delve into a journey of inner transformation, strengthening your body, cultivating relaxation, and nurturing self-awareness through gentle yoga, breath practices and meditation.

In this class we will find the balance of engagement and relaxation. Learn how to move more from your core to generate stability, strength, fluidity and balance. Join us in cultivating steady presence this fall!

Summer Yoga Classes 2024

When: June 4 - August 1 (No Classes on July 4th 💥)

• June Session - June 4 - June 27 (Drop-ins welcome on clear weather/no rain days)

• July Session -     July 2 - August 1, 4 week series (No Classes on July 4th 💥)

  
  

  Where: Stone House Farm, 649 East Pleasant St. Amherst MA.  
  
  Level: Moderate to Vigorous Morning Yoga Classes and Gentle Evening Yoga Classes.
  
  Weekly Yoga Schedule:

• Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9:00-10:00 am (Moderate to Vigorous)

• Tuesdays and Thursdays: 5:30-6:30 pm (Gentle)

Yoga Class Cost:

• 1 class/week/4 weeks = $80

• 2 classes/week/4 weeks = $140 (1 free class!)

Summer Yoga Lab Series Description (Moderate/Vigorous) AM

Awaken your body and mind with a dynamic yoga practice designed to invigorate your spirit and set a positive tone for the day. Embrace the season and the gentle warmth of the morning sun as you connect with your inner strength and find peace in yoga spiritual practices.

Registration is Now Open!

Summer Yoga Lab Series Description (Gentle) PM

Experience the tranquility of a regular evening yoga routine this summer. Generate greater strength and flexibility to ground yourself in your body. Cultivate relaxation through breath awareness to savor more moments. Our gentle yoga sessions are designed to help you balance all the activity of summer with a calm and centering practice at the end of the day.

Registration is Now Open!

Spring Yoga Classes 2024

Energy Rising 6-Week Yoga Series

What: 6 Week Yoga Series
When: March 26th to May 7 (No classes on Tuesday April 23)
Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9:00-10:00 am, and Tuesdays: 5:30-6:30 pm
Level: Moderate to vigorous paced class
Where: Jewish Community of Amherst (JCA) 742 Main St, Amherst, MA 01002
Packages: Sign up for twice a week yoga classes and a FREE class is included
Pricing: $120 for the once a week 6-week series and $220 for the twice a week 6-week series

YOGA CLASS DESCRIPTION:

Embark on a dynamic 6-week yoga journey of self-discovery and empowerment with our energizing Energy Rising yoga series. Designed for those craving a good sweat and eager to push their practice to new heights, this moderate to vigorous paced class is your gateway to growth. Variations and modifications of postures will be provided to work at a level that is right for you.

Gentle Warming 6-Week Yoga Series

What: 6 Week Yoga Series
When: March 28th to May 2nd
Times: Thursdays: 5:30-6:30 pm
Level: Gentle paced class focusing on flexibility, strength, and relaxation
Where: Jewish Community of Amherst (JCA) 742 Main St, Amherst, MA 01002
Packages: Sign up for twice a week yoga classes and a FREE class is included
Pricing: 1 class/week = $120 and 2 classes/week = $220 (1 free class!)

YOGA CLASS DESCRIPTION:

Immerse yourself in a 6-week yoga journey of tranquility and transformation with our gentle warming yoga series, meticulously crafted for those seeking a slower, nurturing practice that harmonizes body and mind. This series is designed to enhance your flexibility, build strength, boost circulation, improve balance, and promote deep relaxation. Variations and modifications of postures will be provided to work at a level that is right for you.

EMBRACING ACCEPTANCE AND TRANSFORMATION THROUGH YOGA ( 6 WEEK YOGA CLASS SERIES )

When:  Monday's 9:00-10:00 am

Dates: November 13 - December 18
Where: Amherst Ballet, 29 Strong Street, Amherst 
Pace: Moderate 
Yoga Class Cost: $114

Yoga Class Description:

Accepting Yourself  exactly as you are can be hard. We Iive in a self improvement culture that feeds off feelings of inadequacy. One of the foundational teachings of yoga is that your wholeness is intrinsic to who you are. In essence, you are not deficient.

There is an old saying, “If you want to get where you want to be, you have to start where you are.” There is nothing more powerful than seeing reality clearly and also nothing more elusive. It's hard to see ourselves clearly! The spiritual practice of yoga helps us to refine and clarify our perceptions. Even just getting a little bit clearer about where we actually are in space instead of where we think we are can be transformational.

This class will help you deepen self awareness of your physical body, greater emotional presence through both observing and directing the breath and help shift from unconscious patterns of thought and movement to more skillful action.

SELF CARE THROUGH YOGA ( 6 WEEK YOGA CLASS SERIES )

When and Pace: Wednesday's 4:00-5:00 pm (Gentle Pace) and 5:30-6:30pm (Moderate/Vigorous Pace)

NOTE: THE 5:30 SECTION IS FULL!

Dates: November 8 - December 20 (No Class Wednesday, 11/22)

Where: Venture Way Collaborative, 200 Venture Way, Hadley Ma
Yoga Class Cost: $114

Yoga Class Description:

Taking care of yourself isn't selfish.  We get a lot of mixed messages about that…

Yoga offers many different ways to care for yourself; physically, mentally and emotionally. In this 6 week series we will practice honoring the body, mind and heart through postures, pranayama and meditation. These mid-week yoga classes will help you to replenish and recharge just when your energy is flagging. Each week you can take home a short practice to help you keep your cup full. Get yourself on your list of priorities with Self Care Through Yoga.

Spring Yoga Reset - 8 week outside yoga series

Date: May 3rd - June 21st

Time: Wednesday’s 4:00-5:00 pm Spring Reset Gentle Yoga

5:30-6:30 pm Spring Reset Moderate/Vigorous Yoga ( This class is Full )

Location: Stone House Farm, 649 E Pleasant St, Amherst

Yoga Class Cost: $144 for 8 week series

This series is a spring cleaning for the body and mind. Over the course of the long winter, waste and toxins can accumulate in the body making us feel sluggish, stiff and heavy. When you practice yoga, it can help you to feel lighter and shed toxins by increasing circulation through toning and mobilizing the body and through breath practices and postures that enliven our digestive fire and encourage elimination.

The fast pace of modern daily life can also leave our mind in a state of overload. Taking in more information and stimulation than our mind can process can leave us feeling mentally depleted and overwhelmed. Yoga practice gives us some much needed space to clear the mental cobwebs and mentally reset.

Each week this class will provide a different practice for clearing out the cobwebs of the body and mind. Every class will end with a delicious guided meditation and relaxation to help you unwind and deeply relax. We will focus on yoga practices in step with the spring that will help you to transition from Spring to Summer feeling refreshed, energized, healthy and light!

Sign up for one of the 2 sections: 4:00-5:00 gentle class or 5:30-6:30 moderate /vigorous class

The gentle class is appropriate for those wanting a slow paced class offering support for limited movement and injuries.

The moderate /vigorous class is appropriate for those open to a moderately challenging practice. Accommodations and variations will be offered in both classes. Please feel free to reach out to see what might be right for you.

Drop In

$25 or hard times rate $5 or $10. If you're interested in a drop in, contact me to see if there is space, some classes may be full. Thanks!

Online Live Streaming Yoga Classes

Watch online live streaming yoga classes! Please make your purchase and download a free Zoom app at zoom.us. If you are dropping in, you need to Register for classes you want to take by emailing me. I will send you the zoom link 10 minutes prior to class time. People who have signed up for a series will receive the zoom link in the welcome letter.

Flex Yoga Sessions

Are you a busy mom or dad? Or have a job that requires a lot of your attention? Can't make your regular class time? Attend another class on the schedule or offer your class to a friend.

Complimentary Wellness Consulting

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