CLASSES
CLASSES
At Yoga Wellness Connection we are more than just a yoga studio but work to provide a wide variety of classes. Here at Yoga Wellness Connection, there is a class for everyone!
All levels of experience are welcome!
YOGA CLASSES
HEATED YOGA FLOW
This is a great grounding class for all levels. This class is designed to work towards a peak pose, with the option to modify in accordance to your current level of practice. In this class we will start slow and build up. Room is heated to 85°.
This yoga includes mantra, breathing techniques, yoga movements & posters (kriya), and closes with meditation after savasana. Each class focuses on a theme to improve, physical, or emotional health
KUNDALINI
Back to basics yoga is designed to support and encourage students who are new to Yoga or need a refresher. Students can expect calming music, and time to breathe, flow and connect with their minds and body. This class also provides time to reflect and meditate using basic yoga props
BACK TO BASICS YOGA
Vinyasa flow yoga class. This practice is designed to really focus on your intention. In a creative sequencing that assists in balancing your body. Balance flexibility, strength, agility, and mobility. Includes a 4 part Chaturanga. No 2 classes are alike and each class builds off a unique sequence with options to expand your practice as you would like.
YOGA FUEL FLO
A deeply relaxing form of yoga where props are used to support the body in each posture. Having the body supported in this way allows the body to hold positions longer and puts the body and mind in a state of relaxation where the body can rest and heal. Typically 4-5 postures/poses are held in each class.
RESTORATIVE YOGA
A flow that focuses on integrating the breath with movement, forming a mind-body connection and bringing you into the present moment. Most classes are themed and have an anatomical focus often on a particular muscle, area of the body, fascia or connective tissue. Often this focus is based on individual students needs.
This class will calm the mind, improve focus and flexibility and discuss principles of alignment.
Students are given the option to make a certain pose more advanced or more basic. Students may break a sweat if wanted or can be adapted for a gentle pace. Blocks, straps, and blankets are encouraged as needed!
ALIGN & FLOW YOGA
YOGA FOUNDATIONS
This class is designed to teach the basic yoga foundations.
GOOD MORNING YOGA FLOW
Start your day with a fun and energizing flow designed for all levels. Leave feeling refreshed and ready for your day.
HEATED YOGA FUEL FLO
Vinyasa flow yoga class in a heated environment (up to 85 degrees). This practice is designed to really focus on your intention. In a creative sequencing that assists in balancing your body. Balance flexibility, strength, agility, and mobility. Includes a 4 part Chaturanga. No 2 classes are alike and each class builds off a unique sequence with options to expand your practice as you would like.
POWER YOGA
Power yoga is a vinyasa style class focused on building strength and endurance. The emphasis is on the flow from one pose to the next. Intense and mindful, power yoga is more dynamic then meditative. it’s great for burning calories and modifications will be offered. Music is upbeat and the class will incorporate traditional elements of yoga.
YOGA STRENGTH
Yoga Strength is designed to tone and strengthen the body and mind. This class may include body weight resistance, weights, bands, sliders, fun beats, and mindful movement.
HATHA VINYASA BLEND
In this class we’ll blend some Vinyasa, which is when the yoga poses are linked together in a continuous flow put together by the teacher, and Hatha yoga where some poses are held longer, with emphasis on foundation.
Modifications will be offered so the student can decide what to try, depending on how they feel that day and how experienced they are with yoga. Beginners are welcome. Includes meditation, pranayama (breathwork), some yoga philosophy.
YOGALATES
This class will blend elements of yoga and pilates for a wonderful strengthening and lengthening experience. All levels are welcome! Expect use of props such as a bands, blocks and light weights.
While the pace is slower we will do a full body workout with a focus on the core.
SLOW FLOW
Indulge in tranquility with our Slow Flow Yoga class, a gentle journey that harmonizes breath with movement. Sink into each posture, allowing time for deep exploration and mindful presence. Cultivate inner peace and rejuvenate your body, mind, and spirit in this nurturing practice.
WARM SLOW FLOW
Treat your muscles and your mind to a cozy and slower paced yoga flow. Enjoy an intentional practice with mindful movement, dynamic stretching, grounded sequences, and some gentle standing sequences. Loosen up and rejuvenate your muscles in a warm environment, appropriate for all levels of experience. The room is heated to approximately 85 degrees.
WARM YOGA STRETCH
Slow down, loosen up, and breathe in a gently heated room (around 85). This class focuses on relaxation while exploring a broader range of motion. Enjoy deeper stretching supported by props, gentle breathwork, and longer holds. This class is great as a stand alone or following a movement practice.
YOGA BARRE FUSION
Yoga Barre Fusion fuses together your favorite strong yoga and barre classes, including toning with pilates. This class includes light weights, resistance bands, and barre balls. Movement is fun, flowing and provides a balanced workout you’re bound to enjoy and love!
LUNCH BREAK YOGA
Join us for lunch! A 50 minute vinyasa yoga class for those with limited time. Leave refreshed, renewed and ready to take on the rest of your day.
GENTLE & CHAIR BASED YOGA
Feel better in your body and make new friends. Improve mobility, balance, and muscular strength and in a gentle Yoga class focused on functional movement.
This class also includes mindfulness, grounding, meditation, and breathwork.
Chair based options are included.
TRAUMA INFORMED YOGA
Trauma Informed Yoga provides a welcoming, safe, and predictable environment with a like minded community. It centers around embodiment, or the feeling of being in your body, rather than on specific postures. Personal empowerment, agency, and choice, are key values of this practice. A supportive space is created where observation of sensations, emotions, and diverse experiences may occur.
This practice is evidence based and has been shown to assist with symptoms of trauma and PTSD.
HEATED STRENGTH & STRETCH
Revitalize your body and ignite your inner strength in our Heated Strength and Stretch class. Harnessing the power of heat, we combine dynamic movements with deep stretching to enhance flexibility and build muscular endurance. Elevate your practice as you sweat, stretch, and sculpt your way to a stronger, more resilient you.
HEATED YOGA FLOW
This is a great grounding class for all levels. This class is designed to work towards a peak pose, with the option to modify in accordance to your current level of practice. In this class we will start slow and build up. Room is heated to 85°.
YIN YOGA RESTORE
Pause, breathe, relax, and rejuvenate in this gentle yoga stretch practice that is appropriate for all levels of experience.
Comfortably explore the space before your "edge" in supported yoga postures and extend your range of motion. This class incorporates slower, deeper and supported stretching and slows the nervous system. It also includes breathwork and longer holds to benefit connective tissue such as fascia, ligaments, and tendons.
YOGA SCULPT
Sculpt combines elements of Power Flow with weighted and bodyweight exercises for a full-body workout. Build your strength and confidence as you move to the beat of a pumped up playlist!
FITNESS
HIGH LOW
High Low is a LOW impact, high energy aerobic workout set to upbeat music you know and love. This steady state cardio workout has been shown to improve overall endurance, stamina and cardiovascular health. The connection, support and inclusion provide healing benefits for both mind and body! With choreography that is easy to follow, this format is adaptable for all ages and stages of fitness. Grab your tennis shoes and come join the fun!
WARM STRETCH
Warm Stretch is a deep stretching format. Warm stretch relieves post-workout muscle aches, can improve posture, decreases injury risk, promotes circulation and helps to manage stress. This class is the perfect compliment to any workout and includes dynamic stretching and longer holds.
PUMPED UP STRENGTH FLOW
A resistance training format that combines upper and lower body movement patterns set to fun music. This fully choreographed class has built-in modifications and progressions to accommodate all fitness levels. The benefits of this format include improved metabolism, stronger muscles, bone density preservation and reduced injury risk. This functionally efficient strength workout will allow you to get the most bang for your buck.
BARRE
A dynamic and high-energy workout that combines elements of ballet, Pilates, yoga, and strength training. Participants will use a chair for support while performing a series of small, precise movements designed to target specific muscle groups, especially in the core, legs, arms, and glutes. The class typically starts with a warm-up followed by exercises focusing on sculpting and toning muscles, often incorporating light weights, resistance bands, and exercise balls. Throughout the session, expect a mix of isometric holds, pulsing movements, and stretching to improve flexibility and posture. It's a challenging yet invigorating workout suitable for all fitness levels.
MEDITATION & SOUND
BODY RESET
Reset your nervous system in this class that involves gentle movement and mindful meditation. This class involves somatic practices which help the body develop new movement patterns and is beneficial for reducing pain and increasing mobility, flexibility, and performance.
SOUND BATHS
Sound Baths are a deeply meditative experience where a sound healer uses singing bowls to create vibrations that heal and resonate and create vibrations within the body. Sound baths can be a very healing experience as participants allow emotions to be felt and the body and mind to relax as it
YOGA NIDRA MEDITATION
Breathe and relax your subconscious mind in this restful meditative practice also know as yogic sleep. Yoga Nidra is a wonderful way to calm the nervous system. This practice is designed to shift the brain from its “waking state” into a deeper theta brainwave state. It’s a beautiful little reset for your mind and heart. Feel free to bring your pillow and blanket.
TAI CHI
Tai Chi is a gentle series of movements combined with deep breathing and imagery to promote whole-body integration, relaxation, and health.
Mats, cushions, pillows, blankets, weights, bands, and yoga blocks are available if needed
DANCE CLASSES
LINE DANCING
Line dancing is a form of choreographed country style dance typically performed in a line/rows. Everyone is learning and doing the same moves but adding flares of their own style. Line dances are taught weekly (some will be taught all in one class and others will be built upon in multiple weeks). This is a class everyone can enjoy! It's time to get your boots on, get loose, get stomping and have fun!
ZUMBA
Zumba fitness takes traditional and cultural dance styles to turn it into a fun workout party! Dance styles can include salsa, merengue, samba, hip-hop and more!
WYLD DANCE
Wyld is a movement class that connects body, mind, and soul. From its beginning in 2009, Wyld has offered a safe and fun place for people of all ages to find freedom and joy in their bodies. In this hour-long dance and meditation class, our trained instructors will guide you through finding a connection with yourself and others. Together, we will create an authentic space for playfulness, growth, and connection.
Wyld is a raw, honest, and inclusive place to let go, be free, and find happiness. You don’t have to be anyone or anything other than yourself when you attend one of our classes. Prepare yourself to burn 350 to 700 calories and hit 7,000 steps when completing just one class.
OUTDOOR CLASSES
PADDLE-BOARD BASICS
This class meets at Gem Lake Rec. Area (weather permitting). It is held in a shallower section of the lake so even if you are not a strong swimmer you can still participate.
Please register more than an hour in advance as class may be cancelled if we have no sign ups. Reserve a board for $10 ($8 for members) by selecting board rental that matches the class you are signing up for.
Please arrive 15 minutes before class to allow time to inflate your board.
*This is a specialty class*
SUNSET PADDLE-BOARD YOGA
This class meets at Gem Lake Rec. Area (weather permitting). It is held in a shallower section of the lake so even if you are not a strong swimmer you can still participate.
Please register more than an hour in advance as class may be cancelled if we have no sign ups. Reserve a board for $10 ($8 for members) by selecting board rental that matches the class you are signing up for.
Please arrive 15 minutes before class to allow time to inflate your board.
*This is a specialty class*
OUTDOOR YOGA & MEDITATION
**If weather does not permit classes will be held at Yoga Wellness Connection Studio
Come enjoy the beautiful summer weather with outdoor yoga at the Japanese Friendship Garden alongside the Snake River! Classes will consist of yoga, breathwork and meditation and is appropriate for all levels of experience.
Meet at the deck near the Broadway bridge on the East side of the river. Please make sure to arrive 10 minutes early in order to give time to orient yourself and get set up.
“Really lovely studio! The interior is beautiful; you can tell it was designed thoughtfully with care. The instructors are knowledgeable and kind and the whole vibe of the place is so welcoming! I would recommend any class here to both beginners and experienced folks.”
— Myranda Harting, Yoga Wellness Connection CLIENT