AYPC Workshops***
Restorative Workshop with Meditation
Instructor: Jessica Miller,
RYT
Date: Friday, March 5th
Time: 6:30-8PM
Cost: $15
Must be registered (including payment) by
Minimum # of participants: 6
“There is no educational requirement or aptitude necessary to experience the Relaxation Response. Just as each of us experiences anger, contentment, and excitement, each has the capacity to experience the Relaxation Response.” ~Herbert Benson
In this workshop, students will enjoy a relaxing Restorative Yoga practice followed by a guided Chakra meditation into inner stillness. Restorative Yoga is an invitation to go inside oneself to restore energy and heal. It affords body and mind the time to very quietly open up.
Level: All Levels
Introduction to Pilates
Instructor: Michelle
Beaudin
Date: Saturday, March 6th
Time:
12-1:30PM
Cost: $15
Must be registered (including payment) by 2/28
No refunds issued after 2/28
Minimum # of participants: 6
Pilates is recommended by both fitness and beauty experts, by chiropractors and physical therapists. It is known as the most effective means to increase core strength, improve alignment and movement patterns and relieve joint and back pain.
In this workshop, Michelle will work with each one of you as you practice the fundamentals of Pilates and review the beginning and intermediate exercises of the Matwork repertoire.
Yes, Pilates is one of the most popular and most effective forms of exercise/movement today, but to enjoy its benefits, you must first invest some time learning the fundamentals. It is the quality of the exercises that produces the best results!
Level: All Levels
Heated Vinyasa Yoga
Instructor: Jennifer
Fleury-Lawson, RYT
Date: Friday, March 12th
Time: 6:30-8PM
Cost: $15 per person
Must be registered (including payment) by 3/5
Minimum # of participants: 6
Heated Vinyasa Yoga consists of a sequence of
postures and focused breathing technique that combines breath with the
continuous flow of movement that is designed to intensify internal heat and
detoxify and cleanse the body of all impurities. Vinyasa Yoga is the
ultimate cross training system. Done regularly, your body will go through an
incredible transformation.
The temperature will be near 85 degrees
Fahrenheit.
Most of the heat generated in a typical Vinyasa class is internal body heat. As a result of all this internal heat, you will most likely sweat. Therefore, bring a towel and a bottle of water.
Level: Intermediates, continuing students
Introduction to Spinning
Instructor: Michelle
Beaudin
Date: Saturday, March 13
Time: 12-1PM
Cost: $15
Must be registered (including payment) by
Minimum # of participants: 6
So, what exactly is Spinning? Spinning, introduced in 1987 by Johnny G, has become a global exercise and wellness phenomenon. The primary focus of Spinning is to get into shape, have fun, train with purpose and enjoy a powerful mind-body connection.
Contrary to popular belief, Spinning is not just a 'hard-core' fitness program for elite athletes. Instead, this high-energy group exercise integrates music, camaraderie, and visualization in a complete mind/body exercise program. Individualized for participants of any age or ability, the Spinning program uses a stationary bike, a simple set of movements and hand positions, and heart rate training to deliver personal empowerment and unparalleled fitness results. In fact, participants in a 45-minute cycling class can burn an average of 500 calories.
This workshop will teach new participants the fundamentals of bike setup, along with the other fundamental elements of a typical spinning class. Please be sure to bring sneakers (or bike shoes), water, and a "sweat towel."
Level: Beginners
Yoga Butt and Abs
Instructor: Jamie Towle
Date: Friday, March 19, 2010
Time: 6:30-8P
Cost: $15
Must be registered (including payment) by
Minimum # of participants: 6
Want to target those problem areas? Then this is the class for you! Yoga Butt and Abs is a hybrid yoga class that focuses on a mind-body workout that develops muscular strength and endurance throughout the body through the use of a small, non-weighted ball. Traditional yoga postures are combined with some fitness movements, for greater overall body conditioning. The postures done in this class focus on the muscles in midsection (abs, back, gluteus, etc.) of the body.
Level: Intermediate/Continuing Students
Mommy & Me Pilates
Instructor: Laurie Coco
Date: Saturday, March 20, 2010
Time: 12-1PM
Cost: $15
Must be registered (including payment) by
3/13
Minimum # of participants: 6
This class welcomes new moms and babies. (Appropriate for babies from birth to walkers. Once the babies are walking, they should join the mommy & toddler classes.) Pilates will help new mothers rejuvenate and tone their post pregnancy bodies. Moms will learn fundamental Pilates exercises that gently restore core strength, pelvic floor, postural alignment and balance. A great way to interact with other new moms and babies.
Level: All Levels
Kids/Family Yoga (ages 2-6)
Instructor: Laurie Coco
Date: Saturday, March 20, 2010
Time: 1:30-2:30 PM
Cost: $15 per child (Parent is free.)
Must be registered (including payment) by
3/13
Minimum # of participants: 6
This workshop creates a space where families can connect with each other with stories, games, and partner poses. This workshop is child-centered and built for fun!
The workshop is appropriate for children from ages 2-6.
All levels of experience can be found in a family yoga class so everyone is welcome!
Introduction to Belly Dancing (Part 2)
Instructor: Cristina Andriani
Date: Friday, March 26, 2010
Time: 6:30-8P
Cost: $15
Must be registered (including payment) by
Minimum # of participants: 6
This is a course appropriate for all levels. You will continue perfecting basic movements of hips and arms as well as working on a mini choreography that involves the coordination of basic movements, and some floor work. This is an extension of the first workshop. Please wear a tight fitting top and yoga pants or flowing skirt (the fitted top is important for me to monitor what your upper body is doing to ensure you do not hurt yourself).
Level: All levels are welcome!
Yoga for
Men
Instructor: John Castellani, Ph. D.
Date: Friday, April
2
Time: 7-8:30PM
Cost:
$15 per person
Must be registered (including payment) by 3/26
No refunds issued after
3/26
Minimum # of participants: 6
Guys, have you ever wanted to try yoga? Have you shied away from yoga because it just wasn't quite "manly" enough for you? Did you know that yoga is a sophisticated exercise system that can be used to increase flexibility, build muscle energy and functional strength and help prevent sports injuries? This workshop is designed to introduce you to yoga and its fantastic physical and mental benefits and is designed just for men.
Level: Whether you're an athlete, an out of shape couch potato, a new dad or an old(er) dad, this workshop is for you!
Start Working on Your Beach Body Early!
Instructor: Mark Briggs, Independent Team
Beachbody Founding Coach
Date: Saturday, April 3, 2010
Time: 2-3:30P
Cost: $15 before 3/27
Must be registered (including payment) by 3/27
Minimum # of participants: 6
Auburn Yoga & Pilates Center is thrilled to welcome Mark Briggs, Independent Team Beachbody Founding Coach, for a U.C.M.L. workout (Upper, Cardio, Middle, Lower). As many of you know, Beachbody is the creator of the nation’s most popular in-home fitness and weight loss solutions including Power 90®, Yoga Booty Ballet®, Slim in 6®, P90X®, Turbo Jam®, and Hip Hop Abs® among many others. Come and experience these innovative new sequences for a ripped upper body, chiseled abs, and a firm, sculpted butt.
Level: Intermediate, Continuing Students
Zumba Instructor: Jamie Towle
Must be registered (including payment) by
4/2 Minimum # of participants: 6
Date: Friday, April 9, 2010
Time: 6:30-8P
Cost: $15
Zumba is a high energy class that fuses aerobic and fitness training with Latin and International music. A combination of fast and slow rhythmic routines maximizes calorie output, fat burning, and complete toning of the body. Working out doesn't have to be boring... join the party and dance your worries away! No previous dance experience necessary. The instructor will guide you through the routines for a workout that is great for the body and soul.
All levels
Mommy & Me Pilates
Instructor: Laurie Coco
Date: Saturday, April 17th
Time: 12-1PM
Cost: $15
Must be registered (including payment) by
4/1
Minimum # of participants: 6
This class welcomes new moms and babies. (Appropriate for babies from birth to walkers. Once the babies are walking, they should join the mommy & toddler classes.) Pilates will help new mothers rejuvenate and tone their post pregnancy bodies. Moms will learn fundamental Pilates exercises that gently restore core strength, pelvic floor, postural alignment and balance. A great way to interact with other new moms and babies.
Level: All Levels
Kids/Family Yoga
Instructor: Laurie Coco
Date: Saturday, April 17, 2010
Time: 1:30-2:30 PM
Cost: $15 per child (Parent is free.)
Must be registered (including payment) by
4/10
Minimum # of participants: 6
This workshop creates a space where families can connect with each other with stories, games, and partner poses. This workshop is child-centered and built for fun!
The workshop is appropriate for children from ages 2-6.
All levels of experience can be found in a family yoga class so everyone is welcome!
Bender Ball
Instructor: Michelle Beaudin
Date: Friday, April 16th
Time: 6:30-8PM
Cost: $15 per person
Must be registered (including payment) by
Minimum # of participants: 6
Want to build strong abdominals? Come and try the Bender Ball! The Bender Ball Method of Core Training developed by Leslee Bender is
one of the industry's most dynamic programs as documented by the journal of
Applied Research and Infomercial of the year 2007.
The Bender Ball gives you a workout that is up to 408% more effective
than ordinary crunches by allowing both extension back and flexion forward,
so you can sculpt your abs fast! Each exercise puts you in the perfect
position for great results by cranking up the intensity and targeting the
muscles you want from all sides you upper abs, the sides and those hard to
reach lower abs. Level: Intermediate, Advanced
Annual Fundraiser for Cancer Date: Friday, April 23, 2010 Details coming soon! In the meantime, please save the date! Introduction to Belly Dancing (Part 1)
Instructor: Cristina
Andriani
Must be registered (including payment) by 4/17 Minimum # of participants: 6
This is a beginner's course appropriate for all levels.
You will be learning some basic moves such as hip bumps, figure eights, and
circles, as well as some easy arm movements typical of middle eastern dance.
You will also learn to add dimension to the choreography, as this workshop
includes floor work!!! You will learn how to gracefully lower to the floor
and come back up as well as how to use the basic arm movements to
choreograph a floor piece. Please wear a tight fitting top and yoga pants or
flowing skirt (the fitted top is important for me to monitor what your upper
body is doing to ensure you do not hurt yourself). Level: All Levels, No prior experience necessary!
This workshop is appropriate for brand new belly dancers or those who
still wish to master the basics!
Partner Yoga
Instructor: Jennifer Fleury-Lawson
Must be registered (including payment) by 4/30 Minimum # of participants: 6
In this workshop we will move through playful sequences of partner-assisted
poses where one helps the other, and double yoga poses where each reflects
the other in dynamic and balanced symmetries. This workshop is for all
levels. You can come with a friend, sibling, romantic partner, etc.
The only prerequisite is the ability to giggle and have fun. ***Please note that all workshops have a small transaction
charge when paying online. To avoid this charge, please stop by
the studio before or after any of our classes. You can also mail
a check to the address below. Auburn Yoga & Pilates Center
Date: Saturday, April 24, 2010
Time: 12-1:30PM
Cost: $15
If
space is available, registration after 3/27 is $17
No refunds issued after 4/17
Date: Friday, May 7, 2010
Time: 6:30-8PM
Cost: $15 per person
889 Southbridge St.
Auburn, MA 01501
508) 832-8177