Yoga Classes

These are our ongoing yoga classes.

We also offer:

• Ayurveda Treatments & Workshops
• Dance & Movement classes and events
• Meditation & Relaxation classes and events
• Special Events & Workshops
• Yoga Therapies
• Training and Certification Courses

You can see (and print) a full schedule of all our ongoing weekly classes, our monthly specials, and our special events on our Schedule page.

Svaroopa® Yoga

Mondays 10am–11.30am
Mondays 7pm–8.30pm
Wednesdays 6.30pm–8pm
Thursdays 4.30pm–6pm
Saturdays 9am–10.30am
Sundays 11.30am–1pm (Beginners' Class)

Svaroopa® Yoga provides a release of deep core tension in the body, reduces stress, gently increases flexibility and soothes the nervous system, bringing us back into harmony and balance. Using fully supported poses (asanas), this style allows students of all levels of fitness and body types to experience the full benefits of yoga.

Because Svaroopa® Yoga releases tensions in the spine, it is also very beneficial to students with back pain, neck and shoulder tensions, stiffness, arthritis and many other symptoms of imbalance in the body. Svaroopa® Yoga allows everyone to discover a new way to live with peace of mind and of body.

Happy Body, Happy Mind. Each class starts with a guided relaxation and breathing practice. This is followed by a series of movements consisting of supported yoga postures that melt away stress and tensions and calm the mind. Each class ends with a deep relaxation that restores your sense of peace.

All levels of student are welcome.

New Student Special Offer
Three Classes for $30

If you are new to the Yoga For Living studio then we have a special offer for you! Purchase a special three-class card for just $30 and save almost 25%. That's just $10 per class. To support you in starting a yoga practice all three classes must be used within three weeks of purchase. Please contact us or call 856-404-7287 to take advantage of this special offer.

Free Class
This month we are offering: Yin Yoga with Stacey

Date and details will be announced soon

Each month Yoga for Living offers a free Intro Class to students that are new to the studio. Bring a friend, spouse or family member along too. One class can start you on your way to a happier, healthier you!

Yin Yoga with Stacey accesses deep-seated emotions that have been lodged in the tissues and is a highly therapeutic exercise, often used in programs that deal with addictions, eating disorders, anxiety, and deep pain or trauma..

Once you have tried our Free Intro Class, take advantage of our Three Classes for $30 special offer.

Please contact us or call Rhonda on 856-404-7287 for more information or to register for this class.

Beginner Svaroopa® Yoga

Sundays 11.30am–1pm

Perfect for students new to yoga or those who wish to reinforce the basics. The use of props, detailed instructions, demonstration and teacher assistance makes this style of yoga gentle yet very effective. Svaroopa® Yoga leaves you energized physically, emotionally and mentally, as well as leaving you with a sense of peace.

All you need for the class is to wear comfortable clothing in which it is easy to move. All props are provided.

Please contact us or call Rhonda on 856-404-7287 for more information or to register for this class.

Beginner Hatha with Jenn

Sundays 9.30am–10.30am
Wednesdays 4.15pm–5.15pm
$13 drop in or YFL 1 hour class card.

In this class we will explore all the basics of hatha yoga:

• what yoga is all about
• the different breathing techniques that improve your concentration and energy
• and gentle yoga postures that release tension, improve circulation and flexibility

All helping to bring a sense of peace and calmness, followed by a deep relaxation that helps us to rejuvenate and feel refreshed and relaxed. No previous experience required. All levels welcome!

Community Hatha Yoga with Jenn

Wednesdays 10.30am–11.30am
$7.

Each class starts with breath work, followed by a gentle warm up of poses, leading into sun salutations followed by a series of traditional hatha poses that bring balance, strength and flexibility and ending the class with a long savasana (relaxation pose).

Mindful Yoga in Hatha Tradition with Lori

Thursdays 7.15pm–8.30pm. $13 drop in or YFL 1 hour class card.

Mindful Yoga instruction draws from the ancient wisdom of yoga and mindfulness practices, with insights garnered from modern mind-body science. Your attention is directed towards bodily sensations, thoughts and emotions during movement and stillness, allowing a deeper sense of embodiment, an expanded perspective, and a stronger connection to the body’s innate wisdom.

While movement develops flexibility, balance, posture, and strength, mindfulness builds non-judgmental awareness, focus and concentration. Remaining present to our experience as it unfolds encourages us to befriend all aspects of our being, even parts previously rejected.

Mindfulness can help us stay balanced and openhearted during the challenges of daily living, and can give rise to compassion for ourselves and others. Through this practice we can let go of struggle and relax with what is.

Classes include gentle movement, breath awareness, meditation, and deep relaxation. Students of all levels are welcome.

Yin Yoga with Stacy

Sundays 7.30pm–8.30pm. $13 drop in or YFL 1 hour class card.

The essence of Yin Yoga is surrender. It is a meditative approach to accessing the deeper tissues of the body such as the connective tissue and fascia primarily around the hips, pelvis, and lower spine. The muscles are held as relaxed as possible while passively held poses are maintained for longer lengths of time. Many people find immediate benefits including open hips, a soothed nervous system, and a centered mind. Consistent practice results in increased overall flexibility, better lubrication and protection of the joints, and free-flowing energy throughout the body. It effectively balances a yang-style practice, and creates space in the body to enhance a more active lifestyle and physical activity.

Yin Yoga accesses deep-seated emotions that have been lodged in the tissues and is a highly therapeutic exercise, often used in programs that deal with addictions, eating disorders, anxiety, and deep pain or trauma. When the deep connective tissues of the body are released, there is also a release of toxic emotion and self-destructive thought and behavior patterns. Removing these blockages facilitates energy flow and actually improves athletic performance, making it a valuable component of any physical practice.

Suitable for students of all levels. This practice is for everyone!

Private Yoga Instruction

A one on one session to address your individual needs. Receive support in designing your home practice, learning breathing techniques, meditation, or relaxation practices to enhance your well being. This is also ideal if you are a new student unsure of your level of function to participate in yoga class.
$60 / 1 hour.

Please contact us or call Rhonda on 856-404-7287 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Free Morning Chanting and Meditation with Rhonda

Tuesdays 8am–9am. $Free.

Ground yourself and create a place of peace, calm and openness to start your day. Make a difference to your day and, through that, make a difference to the people that you share your day with. Change the world a small amount but change it nevertheless.

Join Rhonda and share in her morning chanting and meditation practice.

Beginning with the ancient, proven method of chanting as a pranayama (breathing practice), we start to quiet the mind in preparation for meditation. This is not “singing” so there is no judgement about voice ability. It is followed by an instructed meditation to experience your true nature. Support is available to find your most comfortable seat.

No experience necessary, although experienced meditators will be supported by the energy to go deeper.

No need to register. Everybody is welcome!

Karma Yoga (Seva) Project

This month's seva class is Svaroopa Yoga with Rhonda on Saturday June 29, 9am–10.30am. $By donation. We suggest $13 per class.

Taking Yoga off the mat and into our lives.

Yoga For Living is offering an opportunity to practice Karma Yoga (Seva) – The Yoga of Action. Our mission at YFL is to help us discover and express our inner light, while deepening our connection to community and the earth.

Each month we offer a karma yoga class. Class attendance is by donation and we donate all proceeds from the class directly to our cause of the month. We suggest a donation of $13 per class.

Karma Yoga (Seva) Project

Each month we support a local charity with donations needed as well as dedicate all of the proceeds of one of our yoga classes to this charity of the month in the loving act of Seva.

When we perform our actions, right actions, with pure intentions it purifies the heart by teaching us to act selflessly, without thought of gain or reward. By detaching ourselves from the fruits of our actions and offering them up to spirit, we learn to sublimate the ego. This is living our yoga!

If you have any suggestions of local, good causes that fit in with our philosophy and core values then please contact us or call Rhonda on 856-404-7287.

This Month's Project

June's Project

Pine Wind Zen Community

863 McKendimen Road
Shamong, NJ 08088

Saturday June 29, 11.30am-1.30pm

 

Weather permitting we may be working outside, so please wear closed shoes. Please call Rhonda 856-404-7287, by Friday June 28 to RSVP. If you would like to carpool, please arrive at the studio by 11am.

Come experience the peaceful surroundings at Pine Wind while supporting the center through Seva to continue its not-for-profit work on teaching how to life a Zen inspired life and incorporating more mindfulness in our every day living that brings balance to our lives and to the world.

“Community is the spirit, the guiding light, whereby people come together to fulfill a purpose, to help others fulfill their purpose, and to take care of one another. - Seijaku Roshi.

For more information visit The Zen Society website.

Metta. Dhanyavaadaha.