Semi-Private classes

The low-back series is a hands-on semi-private series in which you will learn how to protect and strengthen YOUR spine with yoga.   Limited to only 4 individuals, we will take the time to evaluate your strengths, weaknesses and alignment and provide you with specific instructions to balance and strengthen your spine.  Whether you have a current or previous injury or simply feel curious or vulnerable, you can benefit from this exploration of anatomy, spinal movement, precautions and asana modification.

Neck, Shoulders & Stress Series

Hip, Knee and Ankle Series

Whether you are without injury or currently have a hip, knee or ankle problem – you can retrain your body to move in proper alignment.  Yoga opens your hips, wakes up your feet, strengthens your ankles and builds balanced muscular strength. Join Melissa for a review of the anatomy of the hip joint and the knees and discuss postures that are designed to open the hips, strengthen the knees, and unify the lower body.  In 3, 1.5 hour sessions, Melissa will evaluate the strengths and weaknesses or your personal alignment and guide you through a series of poses and modifications to help you bring your lower body back into alignment and health.  Maximum of 4 students.

Pregnancy Series

This series is for pregnant yoga students wishing to develop a home practice to maintain optimal comfort and health during pregnancy.  Limited to only 4 students, we will take the time to evaluate your individual needs and provide you with the knowledge and the tools to practice breath, yoga postures and meditation at home safely.  We will cover specific techniques to ease low back pain, rib pain, sacral instability, sciatica, and any other conditions specific to those attending.  You will also learn the specific precautions, indications and contraindications for the different phases of your pregnancy.

Transitions Series

Semi-private series helping students transition safely from Beginner’s to Intermediate Asana class.  All students are given individual and group instruction.  Introduce the philosophical tenants of yoga and learn how progress given any physical or other barriers.