Larry Hatlett - Ardha Matsyendrasana		IYENGAR FLOW Integrating Iyengar's exploration of each pose with Flow's movement sequences. Iyengar with flow Asana variety, pranayama, and meditation Simplicity of fundamental alignments Power with sensitivity Seriousness with fun Strengthen your body, quiet your mind, open your heart, and have a great time. Iyengar with flow - IYENGAR FLOW offers the advantage of merging 2 distinct styles of practicing the poses. Yoga styles such as Ashtanga emphasize continuous movement, while others, like Iyengar emphasize stillness and detail in the pose. I love both the sensation of flowing in the poses and deepening our experience of the pose through stillness. To achieve both, I link the poses together in short sequences for a flow feeling and within that sequence, I hold each pose to allow for stillness. Asana variety, pranayama, and meditation - Emphasizes the joy of practicing a variety of asanas (poses), including inversions, and offers the benefits of pranayama (breathing exercises) and meditation in all levels of classes. Simplicity of fundamental alignments - While alignment in the poses is the foundation of IYENGAR FLOW, I make the distinction between fundamentals and refinements. Fundamental alignments are essential for a healthy pose. Once the fundamentals are in place, I focus more on the breath, overall sensations, movement, and refinements. Power with sensitivity - Ingrained in Western culture there is a deep belief that power is strong and sensitivity is weak. Mirroring our culture, yoga has evolved in a way that is dominated by the power aspect. Sensitivity, the underdeveloped part of our culture, while softer, opens your experience to the magic of the present moment. IYENGAR FLOW encompasses both. You experience power by challenging your strength, flexibility, and balance and develop sensitivity through graceful movement and gentle attention to the breath. Seriousness with fun - It's easy to take yourself too seriously "I must do the pose right, I must improve, I must enter a sanctuary to have a spiritual experience in yoga." I approach yoga with seriousness, but add other important aspects of yoga -- lightness, opening to the moment, and joy. In IYENGAR FLOW fun is just as important as reverence.
			A welcoming spirit -I welcome you as a unique person as well as a student of yoga. Student-centered yoga -As each student is different, I tailor the poses to cater to the needs of each individual. My approach differs from teaching that tries to fit students into an idealized pose. Long-term health and safety in the poses -My focus is to help students practice the poses in a way that minimizes stress on the joints and maximizes muscular effort and development. My approach reduces injuries and promotes a healthy long-term practice of yoga. Community and connection with others -I encourage healthy relationships among students, leading to a strong yoga community.
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