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Is Uttanasana a go to pose for you, or do you avoi

Is Uttanasana a go to pose for you, or do you avoid it like your hamstrings' life depends on it? 😆

If we never touch these poses, our calves and our hamstrings become so tight that they eventually pull on your spine. For the length and health of your spine, your body needs Uttanasana (among other asana). In the beginning it will complain. Your hamstrings will cry out "enough!", but if you practice with patience and ahimsa (non-harm) gradually the muscles will lengthen, there will be more freedom, and eventually it will become an easy, quietening, meditative pose.

"Yoga teaches us to cure what need not be endured and endure what cannot be cured." ~ B.K.S Iyengar

Tight hamstrings need not be endured. ;)

We've been reviewing the Yamas in our classes rece

We've been reviewing the Yamas in our classes recently (Yoga's social disciplines of
ahimsa - nonviolence, satya - truthfulness, asteya - nonstealing, bramcharya - nonexcess, and apiragraha - nonhoarding). As Deborah Adele so eloquently sums up in her essential book "The Yamas & Niyamas", "The Yamas guide us into harmony, peace and right relationship with the world. They pull us back from needing so much that is external, and point us towards the unique expression of our own life. It is there that we feel the excitement and joy of living."

Now we move our attention from a social focus to an internal focus with Yoga's Niyamas, individual disciplines. The first is Saucha: purification or cleanliness. Saucha (pronounced 'shaucha') invites us to purify our bodies, our thoughts and our words. As we purify ourselves, we find that we become less cluttered and heavy, and we begin to experience a lightness and clarity in our essence.

Join us in classes this coming week as we delve into another one of Yoga's eight limbs: The Niyamas.

#yoga #yogashed #yogadeland #alignment #alignthebodyalignthemind #niyama #sauca #precisionalignmentyoga #iyengaryoga

Last week we worked on abdominal asana. This eveni

Last week we worked on abdominal asana. This evening we are exploring standing poses for the health of the spine✨
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In Asana practice we apply our intelligence and allow the body to do and the brain to perceive. Through correct & precise action, we spread our awareness to all parts of the body... Awakening dull parts, aligning imbalances that were previously unknown, and moving through and beyond discomfort to a place of freedom.
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Free range of motion, greater endurance, mental willpower, physical strength, mental and emotional composure and so much more are among the many benefits of an asana practice. Come find out for yourself.
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Tonight's classes:
Fundamentals 5:30pm
Wall 7pm
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#yoga #yogashed #precisionalignment #hatha #iyengar #asana #deland #alignthebodyalignthemind #mindbodyconnection #iyengaryogateacher

Join us for class next week and receive a free pas

Join us for class next week and receive a free pass for TWO to the @reptilediscoverycenter5276 here in DeLand!

Starting Monday with back care, and until the passes are gone! Come see us for class!
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Schedule:
MONDAY
Back Care 9am
Alignment I 5:30pm

TUESDAY
Beginner 5:30pm
Wall 7pm

WEDNESDAY
Alignment II 9am

THURSDAY
Alignment Flow 5:30pm

FRIDAY
Sunrise 6am
Strength & Stability Flow 5:30pm

SUNDAY
Alignment slow flow 9am
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#deland #yogashed #yogasheddeland #yoga #reptilediscoverycenter #lovefl #reptiles #yogastudio

There's something about a practice space that our

There's something about a practice space that our animals gravitate towards. Perhaps it is the calm, centered energy we emanate when we are in that space. Or it could just be the soft blankets...🤷‍♀️🤣
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What helps you to get on the mat at home? Having a dedicated place is nice, but don't get caught up in all the things you think you need in order to practice. Just start somewhere. Only recently I moved back into my "yoga room"; before that, I was practicing in a big open space in the living room, with props strewn all about. ☺️ That worked, too.
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#yoga #yogawithdogs #yogahomepractice #yogashed #yogadeland #deland #yogastudio #ciyt #iyengaryoga #alignmentyoga

For the runners and cyclists out there, take care

For the runners and cyclists out there, take care of your hips & quads!

Both of these poses can be modified in many ways, including taking more height under the hips in reclined hero's pose, or using a strap if you cannot reach the foot in dancer's pose.

Do you have tight hips and quads? Are these poses helpful to you?

Try them out in your home practice and see for yourself!

It's a great week to get back into the swing of th

It's a great week to get back into the swing of things! Wall class is open to all levels, every Tuesdays 7pm. 👈✨
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This class is great for beginners, as it allows you to work on poses that may be otherwise difficult to attain (e.g: adho mukha svanasana, pictured here).
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It's a favorite among longtime Yoga Shedders, since you can stay in the poses with more ease and work on the subtleties of alignment.
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✨Full Schedule✨

MONDAY
9am Back Care
5:30pm Alignment I
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TUESDAY
5:30pm FREE Intro Class (tell your friends!)
7pm Wall
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WEDNESDAY
9am Alignment II
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THURSDAY
5:30pm Flow
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FRIDAY
5:30pm Strength & Stability Flow
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SATURDAY
9am Myofascial Series
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SUNDAY
9am Slow Flow

🙏 SCHEDULE CHANGES 🙏 As of May 14th, there w

🙏 SCHEDULE CHANGES 🙏
As of May 14th, there will be two changes to the schedule:
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Back Care will be moved to Monday 9am
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Wall Class will be moved to Tuesday 7pm
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These changes will allow Ella to fulfill her requirements of ongoing study as a Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher, and deepen her practice through classes with Abhijata Iyengar. 🧡🙏
#yogadeland #yogashed #yoga #adhomukhasvanasana #kurunta #iyengaryoga

Essentially what we do each time we step on our ma

Essentially what we do each time we step on our mat. We make a conscious effort to become more aware, and find the "right" direction. #simonsinek #wisewords

This evening's classes will focus on supported bac

This evening's classes will focus on supported back extensions 🤩
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These types of poses can be rejuvenating, restore your energy, uplift your mood and improve posture (no more slouching! 🤓)
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Beginner series 5:30pm
Restorative 7pm (drop in to class!)
#yoga #yogashed #restorativeyoga #backbend #backextension #chestopener #iyengeryoga #ciyt #iyengarteacher #iyengar #iloveiyengaryoga

✨NEW class starts tonight! ✨ Join @_melissagar

✨NEW class starts tonight! ✨
Join @_melissagarcia for a Flow class on Thursdays at 5:30pm.
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All levels welcome!
#yoga #yogadeland #yogashed #kurunta #deland #delandfl #iloveiyengaryoga #alignmentyoga #precisionalignment

Restorative tonight at 7pm! Open for drop in ☺️
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Pictured here is a variation of Savasana that I love!!!! 🧡🧡🧡 Use a couple of pune straps around a chair to create a sling for your neck. Place them at the base of your skull (occipital ridge) and gently move the chair away from your shoulders.
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This creates a beautiful traction of the neck.
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See you in the studio!
#savasana #restorativeyoga #yogadeland #yogasheddeland #yoga #yogashed #iyengar #ciyt #iyengaryoga

Easter class is ON tomorrow! Join @heatherobscura

Easter class is ON tomorrow! Join @heatherobscura for Alignment slow flow at 9am 🤩🐇
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#alignthebodyalignthemind #yogadeland #yogasheddeland #yogashed #yoga #practice

Where do you hang out on Wednesday evenings? 🤓

Where do you hang out on Wednesday evenings? 🤓 You can find us on the wall.
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Yoga Wall, every Wednesday 5:30pm
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✨Appropriate for all levels✨
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#yoga #yogadeland #yogasheddeland #delandfl #adhomukhasvanasana #downdog #dogpose #kurunta #kuruntayoga #iyengeryoga

A Yogi never forgets that physical health must beg

A Yogi never forgets that physical health must begin with the body. Health is not a commodity we can bargain for or buy. We must earn it through sweat! 🙌
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But also remember that transformation doesn't happen over night! Only consistent practice (abhyāsa) will lead you towards transformation.
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If I had a nickel for every time someone told me they were too inflexible to do yoga, I'd have a lot of 💰🤣 I used to be quite stiff as well, and the freedom from pain and stiffness only comes with time and a dedicated, correct practice. There's no magic stretch that will get you there. It's the effect of a well sequenced, consolidated yoga practice that brings about the desired effect!
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We have some new classes coming up, including 2 ✨N E W✨ series starting tomorrow:
Beginners 6 weeks - Tuesdays 5:30pm
Restorative 6 weeks - Tuesdays 7pm
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Sign up online through link in bio!
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Later this month we'll have a new flow class added to the schedule on Thursday nights! Keep an eye on the schedule👈👀
#yoga #beginneryoga #iyengaryoga #prasaritapadottanasana #kurunta #yogawall

New Series Starting in May! Melissa Garcia will be

New Series Starting in May!
Melissa Garcia will be teaching a Myofascial Series on Saturdays in May at 9am.

Myofascial yoga classes will utilize massage balls to get between the fascial layers and release tension deep within the muscle tissues.

Reserve your spot by registering at:
https://yogadeland.com/product/series

This month for World Health Day we're hosting a FR

This month for World Health Day we're hosting a FREE yoga lesson for all levels!
***April 7th, 5:30pm with Ella Ran***

Join us in exploring this ancient art and science, and empower yourself to take your health into your own hands.

Yoga keeps healthy people healthy, aids those recovering from ill health or injury, and helps to prevent future injury.

This is a beginner-friendly class, kid-friendly (ages 8+), and no prior yoga experience is required!

https://yogadeland.com/product/free-beginner-intro-class

The focus for tomorrow's classes is ✨Sirsasana (

The focus for tomorrow's classes is ✨Sirsasana (head stand)! ✨
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Wednesday 9am Alignment II
Wednesday Wall 5:30pm
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"The regular and precise practice of Sirsasana develops the body, disciplines the mind and widens the horizons of the spirit. One becomes balanced and self-reliant in pain and pleasure, loss and gain, shame and fame, defeat and victory." -BKS Iyengar, light on yoga
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#iloveiyengaryoga #yogasheddeland #yoga #asana #sirsasana #headstand #iyengarteacher #iyengaryoga #iyengar #bksiyengar #kurunta

Need some time to rest and restore your energy? Jo

Need some time to rest and restore your energy? Join @ella__explores next month for a 6-week restorative series on Tuesday evenings.
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Restorative yoga uses props such as blankets, bolsters, straps and the wall to support the body so you can completely relax and rest.
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This class is perfect if you:
👉 Have anxiety or need to calm the mind
👉 Suffer from fatigue or body aches
👉 Want something that will restore your energy levels without exertion
👉 Want to know how to modify your practice for menstruation, or during recovery from injury or illness
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✨Sign up for the series online! Link in bio ✨

It takes a long time for the mind to become fit fo

It takes a long time for the mind to become fit for concentration. "By degrees is the darkness banished by the dawn" ~B.K.S Iyengar, Light on Yoga
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All of the important texts on Yoga place great emphasis on abhyāsa (constant practice). Yoga is a subjective art and science... It is a practice... And it takes time, and consistency. If we look to Patanjali's yoga sutras it says that abhyāsa & vairāgya (freedom from desires) make the mind calm and tranquil.
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Patanjali defines abhyāsa as effort of long duration, without interruption, performed with devotion, which creates a firm foundation.
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Our practice of āsana, postures (the third limb of yoga), has many physical benefits. But their real importance lies in the way they train and discipline the mind (LOY, p.40). The yogi conquers the body by the practice of āsanas and makes it a fit vehicle for the spirit.
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✨As BKS Iyengar said: "Body is the bow, asana is the arrow and the soul is the target.”🧡✨

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