Rec Guide - City of Kelowna

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Yin Yoga
instructor: Megan Clyne
Location: Watson road School, Gym
Yin Yoga is a style of yoga designed to stretch out the connective tissue
and deeply open the major joints of the body. in this class you will be
holding passive floor posture for longer periods, allowing for a slow and
safe opening of the spine, hips and pelvis. Although the postures are
relaxing in nature, the stretches are deep. A focus on inner stillness
and awareness creates an overall feeling of lightness, openness and
peace in the body and mind. All levels of yoga experience welcome,
modifications provided. Please bring a mat, blanket and water.
Age: 19Y and up
127951 Tu 8:00 PM-9:00 PM Jan 15-Mar 5 Fee: $52
Yin Yoga for relaxation
instructor: Leslie Plaisance
Location: rutland Activity Centre, Multi-Purpose room
This class is gentle and meditative- and in keeping with yin yoga, will
involve 2-4 minute ‘holds’ in stretching postures to open the joints,
& connective tissues, calm the nervous system and rejuvenate and
harmonize the body. This is a mindful, deep practice, with a focus on
floor work, ‘passive’ postures and receptivity. This class is great for
anyone who desires an internally focused yoga experience and the
opportunity to practice presence. this class is also a great compliment
to any dynamic type of physical exercise. Drop in if space available
$9.50.
Age: 15Y and up
126565 Tu 5:30 PM-6:45 PM Jan 8-Mar 12 Fee: $90
Yoga & Pilates Fusion
instructor: Donna McAllister
Location: Parkinson Activity Centre, Main Hall
Yoga, Pilates, Core conditioning and meditation are fused into this
invigorating, mind-body workout. Challenge yourself to strengthening
& lengthening exercises that will improve your posture while
encouraging body awareness. Drop-in fee $10.15 if space available.
Free class jan 8 with a donation to the Food bank.
Age:13Y and up
127857 Tu 6:00 PM-7:15 PM Jan 8-Feb 5 Fee: $32.60
127858 Tu 6:00 PM-7:15 PM Feb 19-Mar 26 Fee: $48.90
Yoga for Beginners
instructor: Marlene Weller
Location: rutland Activity Centre, Multi-Purpose room
This beginner Yoga class is a great way for anyone to experience the
benefits of yoga. sun salutations and the basic poses of yoga will be
introduced creating an over body stretch and awakening. Modifications
aligned with your physical ability will be suggested to encourage the
student to overcome challenges, thus creating confidence on and off
the mat. bring mobility to your body in a safe and gentle manner, clear
the mind and relax your body! Drop ins if space available $9.50.
Age: 15Y and up
126566 Th 7:00 PM-8:15 PM Jan 10-Mar 14 Fee: $75
PRoGRAMs FITNeSS
Yoga for Life
instructor: Kate Stewart
Location: South Kelowna elementary, Multi-Purpose room
Kate offers the practice of yoga as an approach in discovering your
unique source of inspiration. Her classes are a candid blend of artful
alignment and energetic instruction, resulting in pure empowerment
for your body, mind and heart. She is dedicated to helping people of all
ages experience the joys of yoga practice and conscious living.
Age: 15Y and up
127802 Tu 7:00 PM-8:15 PM Jan 29-Mar 5 Fee: $65
Yoga for the Flexibly impaired
instructor: Leslie Plaisance
Location: Parkinson recreation Centre, Spartan room
this user friendly version of yoga designed for people who avoid yoga.
Props are used. experience stress reduction, relief from back pain.
Age: 13Y and up
127916 Th 4:00 PM-5:15 PM Jan 10-Feb 14 Fee: $48.90
127917 Th 4:00 PM-5:15 PM Feb 21-Mar 28 Fee: $48.90
Yoga for the Super Stressed
instructor: Leslie Plaisance
Location: Parkinson recreation Centre, Spartan room
In this passive meditative practice, target the connective tissues by
holding floor poses for 3-5 minutes, while using props. This class eases
chronic pain, neck stiffness, sport injuries and the effects for stress
and exhaustion.
Age: 13Y and up
127914 M 7:45 PM-9:00 PM Jan 7-Feb 4 Fee: $40.75
127915 M 7:45 PM-9:00 PM Feb 18-Mar 18 Fee: $40.75
Yogic Breath & Meditation- introduction
instructor: Virginia Preston
Location: Parkinson recreation Centre, orchard room
Yoga is a vast system, of which physical postures are only one aspect.
This series will introduce a variety of yogic breath (pranayam) and
meditation techniques, and will expand our understanding of how the
body, breath and mind are connected. Some of the benefits include:
mental clarity, mood regulation, detoxification, nervous system
balancing, and expanded consciousness. The majority of the class will
focus on breath and meditation, with a brief warm-up for the body
at the beginning. Appropriate for all, ideal for those with some yoga
experience.
Age: 15Y and up
127906 Th 8:30 PM-9:30 PM Jan 10-Feb 14 Fee: $39
127907 Th 8:30 PM-9:30 PM Feb 21-Mar 28 Fee: $39
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