Specialty Series and Classes

Please note, as of March 17, 2020 Ames Yoga Center will be offering classes live online via Zoom on your mobile device or computer.

Guided Meditation Practice

Fridays 6:30-7:30pm

Live Online Class

Join us for a live online guided meditation practice to support you in this moment in time. Each week a new practice is offered. Everyone is welcome, no previous experience required.

Restorative Yoga and Pranayama

Tuesdays 9:30-10:30am

Live Online Class

Restorative Yoga & Pranayama is an approach to asana practice that emphasizes the spiritual connection of body mind. Each session has a theme related to yoga which supports the practice. The class emphasizes the healing aspects of meditation and pranayama breath work, and encourages inward focus and spiritual attunement. The key to the practice lies in opening to all aspects of the practice including interweaving the teachings into our lives.

Nurturing Yin and Yoga Nidra

Tuesdays 5:00-6:00pm

Live Online Class

The deep nurturing practice of Yin Yoga is a wonderful way to unblock the flow of vital energy throughout body and mind. It is practiced with longer holds, supported with props to strengthen and lengthen connective tissue, and to release deep chronic-held stress and tension. In addition, each class will include a deep restorative yoga nidra practice, guided withdrawal of senses from outer to the inner world into meditative consciousness. The practice inspires a relaxed awareness of the vitality and contentment within.
"The Yin and Yoga Nidra class has given me a better sense of inner peace after each session - a calm gentleness and grace that I try to keep with me throughout the week"
- Current Yin Yoga student

Gentle Yoga and Guided Yoga Nidra

Thursdays 4:30-5:30pm

Live Online Class

The Gentle Yoga and guided yoga nidra Class is for the student new to yoga or those wanting a gentle supportive practice. We provide you with the tools to support your well being.
In addition, each class will include a deep restorative yoga nidra practice, guided withdrawal of senses from outer to the inner world into meditative consciousness. The practice inspires a relaxed awareness of the vitality and contentment within.

Chase the Blues Away

Saturdays 10:30-11:30am

Live Online Class

The moodiness of the winter season and loss of daylight can often be a difficult time. Yoga techniques focused on supporting balance in body and mind can ease symptoms of depression and anxiety. In this course, students will learn techniques that reduce the stress response, improve mood and calm the mind. Scientific study of yoga shows that it is highly effective in helping people manage symptoms and even overcome issues relating to stress, anxiety and depression. Students will learn effective tools to restore balance from the inside out. Connect to your inherent wisdom and reclaim your natural state of being.

Prenatal Yoga and Support Series

Wednesdays 6:00-7:00pm

Live Online Class

This class is designed to support the expectant mother, and her changing body. Yoga during pregnancy is a great way to strengthen the body, relax the mind and relieve minor discomfort through gentle asana, pranayama and mindfulness. Expectant mothers will build relationships and connections with other expecting mothers as well as strengthen the bond with their baby All levels are welcome.

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