Frankfort Yoga Studio ... Building Community
Classes in Frankfort, Kentucky since 1982
Description of Classes and Programs
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This page last updated January 10, 2009
Yoga Classes
Restful, Beginner, and Intermediate Yoga
Restful Yoga is about self-observation through the enjoyment and practice of yoga. Self-observation is using meditative awareness for recognizing, releasing, and removing stress so that the student leaves the class feeling restful and rejuvenated and then takes what he learns in class into his daily life. This class is excellent for beginner yoga students, people dealing with stress, and senior citizens.
Stress is a major cause of our illnesses because it causes our body to get out of balance. Balance is what all of God's creation is striving for. Not only are we humans striving for balance in our daily life, our body is striving for balance in order to stay healthy as it is meant to be.
For our body to find its natural balance, our energy, our blood, and our breath must be able to freely flow through our body. In yoga we call this energy "prana," or "the life force." In Chinese it is called "chi." Wherever there are tensions in our body, this life force is blocked and cannot freely flow, causing our bodies to get out of balance.
In Restful Yoga the student works at his/her own level to work out these areas in the body that are tight and tense. While the instructor leads the class through relaxing exercises, deep breathing (breathing is the essence of the practice), and easy-to-learn stretches (asanas), the student will enjoy finding his natural balance at his own pace. After having completed the Beginner's Yoga class the student is invited to take the Intermediate Yoga class.
Instructor: Julia
Power (Ashtanga) Yoga
Ashtanga Yoga, or Power Yoga, is a routine of asanas that develops physical and mental stamina using the breath as the bridge between the body and mind. Ashtanga yoga is a faster paced style of yoga and the postures are little more advanced. Using the deep breathing (ujjayi) and flowing from one asana to another are the main differences between Power Yoga and other yoga styles. This class is for the yoga student who wants a more challenging yoga practice.
Instructor: Julia
NOTE: This class is not currently offered. Please contact us if you are interested in having the class restarted.
YogaBall
This yoga class is done with a burst-resistant ball that is the correct size for the student. In YogaBall the students use their breath, and awareness, while stretching (practicing yoga asanas) using the ball. The ball gives the student an opportunity to move in ways and to places that one cannot do without the ball, while improving one's balance.
Instructor: Julia
YogaFit
This class offers an hour and fifteen minutes of yoga that will warm you up slowly, helping you to breathe and finding out how you feel today! We work the body with sun salutations and classic yoga positions for a workout that will leave you sweating. We always work on balance so we can keep developing this important skill. Then we go into a series of poses, holding the stretch and pushing further, to the limit of YOUR ability. We finish with a long relaxing closing so you feel refreshed and ready to enjoy today!
For more information on YogaFit: www.yogafit.com
Instructor: Linda Martin, YogaFit trained and certified, beginners-level teacher
YogaWall
This yoga class is done is lying on your back with legs propped up the wall and working from there into different yoga poses while breathing and focusing.
Instructor: Julia
NOTE: This class is not currently offered. Please contact us if you are interested in having the class restarted.
Partner Yoga
Partner Yoga is another wonderful way to practice yoga. It is one of our favorite classes. It is open to students will all levels of experience and is sure to be fun and memorable.
Simply come with a friend or family member for a playful and fun experience. Or you can come alone and we will find you a partner.
Cost: $10/person or $16/couple. This class is not included under Studio discount pricing.
Instructor: Julia
Iyengar-Style Yoga (Yoga with Bob)
The class instructor works closely with each student offering work on one's alignment, flexibility, balance, and breath. This class is offered at 6:30 pm on Thursdays to give people who work out of town or work late a time to practice their yoga.
Instructor: Bob Patrick
Yoga for Children, Teens, & Mothers
Prenatal Yoga
In this class the mothers-to-be will learn how to care for their body and
prepare for child birth while integrating yoga poses, breath work,
relaxation, and meditation. This class will also be a great place to meet
other pregnant women. Spouses are also welcome to take the class. Come and
enjoy.
NOTE: Preregistration is required, please contact us. No drop-ins.
Instructor: Leslie Laird
Children's Creative Yoga
Why Yoga for Children?
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Yoga is an ideal way for children to learn how to keep their body fit for life. It is best to learn yoga when young! |
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Yoga is stretching, as a child's body naturally wants to do. Children come into the world as natural yogis. Their joints are pliable and their muscles are flexible. Yoga gives children the opportunity to explore their natural flexibility and encourages them to stay flexible. |
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Our society is becoming more and more sedentary, making it difficult for some children to get the exercise they need. Yoga is a great way for children to become stronger and healthier through natural and functional physical movement using their own body weight. |
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Today, with the fast pace of life, family schedules, lots of activities, and the pressures of competition, children are under a lot of stress. Yoga counteracts that stress and gives children tools to cope. |
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All children can do yoga because they work at their own level. |
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Yoga can be done without any equipment. |
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In yoga, there is no competition. Everyone can be successful! |
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Children love to do yoga because they can do it so easily and it's so much fun. |
Some of the benefits of yoga for children
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Improve their strength, flexibility, coordination, and posture |
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Learn to relax and concentrate (great for testing and stressful times) |
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Learn how to be quiet and still using a breathing technique |
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Have better self esteem and self respect |
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Have a better understanding of how the body works and a better understanding of how to care for one's body |
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Express their creativity and use their imagination |
Instructor: Julia
Pre-Teen and Teen Yoga
Pre-Teen and Teen Yoga is a fun non-competitive class for boys and girls, emphasizing asanas (stretches), good posture, deep breathing, using yoga balls, partner yoga, and learning complete relaxation. Yoga is an ideal way for you to learn how to keep your body fit for life as you experience connecting your mind, body, spirit and heart. Learning yoga while you are young will benefit you throughout life.
Students will:
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Improve their strength, flexibility, coordination, and posture |
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Learn how to relax and concentrate (great for testing and stressful times) |
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Have better self esteem and self respect |
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Have a better understanding of how to care for one's body |
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Make new friends |
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ENJOY! |
NOTE: Preregistration is required, please contact us. No drop-ins.
Instructor: Julia
Yoga for Seniors
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga is a class for everyone but it is especially geared for those who have knee problems and difficulty getting up and down from the floor. This class will teach you how to do yoga not only in a chair, but also in a car, a plane, at your desk, at your computer, standing in a line, in bed, at a rest stop, and most anywhere. You will learn about places and ways you can practice yoga wherever you are, to enable you to practice yoga, no matter what condition your body is in.
Instructor: Julia
Senior Restful Yoga
This class is about self-observation through the enjoyment and practice of yoga. Self- observation is using meditative awareness for recognizing, releasing, and removing stress. In Restful Yoga the student works at his/her own level to work out these areas in the body that are tight and tense, while the instructor leads the class through easy-to-learn stretches (asanas), and relaxing and deep breathing exercises (breathing is the essence of yoga).
Instructor: Julia
NOTE: This class is not currently offered. Please contact us if you are interested in having the class restarted.
Senior Yoga
Senior Yoga begins where you are, no matter what condition your body is in. It is done very slowly, working at your own ability level. While yoga is mainly physical, its effects are much more. Through relaxing exercises, deep breathing and easy-to-learn stretches you will release mental and physical tension, enabling you to become more flexible, stronger, healthier and happier.
Instructor: Julia or Jill
Senior Wellness
This class uses techniques and exercises from Pilates, Yoga, traditional fitness and physical therapy adapted for the older adult. It includes work on strength, flexibility, posture, breathing and balance. The class can be modified to meet the needs of the individual participants.
Those who can benefit include people with:
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Osteoporosis |
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Decreased joint mobility |
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Arthritis |
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Decreased strength and endurance |
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Back pain |
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Fear of falling/ poor balance |
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Injuries, joint replacements or other conditions who have been discharged from therapy and would like to continue exercising. |
Instructor: Jill
Pilates
Pilates is a system of stretching and strengthening exercises developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 20th century. The Pilates philosophy focuses on training the mind and body to work together toward the goal of overall fitness. It was designed to work the deepest muscles in the body, creating a strong core without the pain associated with conventional exercises. The muscles are stretched while being strengthened so there is no tearing of muscles. There is no impact on the joints and the number of repetitions is low so the muscles are not pushed to exhaustion. Pilates Presentations available!
Some of the benefits of Pilates include:
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Improved posture and alignment |
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Reduced stress and fatigue |
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Muscle balance |
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Improved body awareness |
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Improved strength and flexibility of the back reducing or preventing back pain |
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Overall improved strength, endurance, flexibility and joint mobility |
Instructor: Jill
Other Classes
Parent & Tot Rhythmic Movement
In this class the parent and child will have fun moving freely and creatively together to a weekly theme. We will incorporate percussion instruments, songs, and scarves. This class is a bonding time for parent and child as you discover together your natural desire to joyfully move with guidance and freedom, plus it's a great way to get your exercise.
Instructor: Julia (Dance Minor, East Carolina University)
NOTE: This class is not currently offered. Please contact us if you are interested in having the class restarted.
Spiritual Sharing and Meditation
Each week a different participant will volunteer to begin the session with sharing 15-20 minutes of their own practice, be it reading poetry, chanting, movement, yoga, breathing exercises etc. Then, after our minds are settled and we have come together in spirit, we will have a short breathing exercise followed by a 30-minute silent meditation. Group meditation is of great individual and universal benefit.
Cost: $3.00 This class is not subject to Frankfort Yoga Studio pricing.
Leaders: Janet Gates and Mary Frank Slaughter
NOTE: This class is not currently offered. Please contact us if you are interested in having the class restarted.
African Dance
The class will teach African dance that is a mix of exotic, traditional, and modern. The movement is a traditional southern African dance that focuses on the hip area. Students will learn to feel comfortable with their body and appreciate a different culture.
Date: April 25 to June 13 (8-week course)
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 6:45 to 7:45 pm
Location: Frankfort Yoga Studio
Instructor: Lulu Mwale from Zambia. Lulu is a natural-born dancer. We are fortunate to have her in Frankfort to teach us her native dance.
Cost: $64 for the entire course or $10 per class. This class is not subject to Frankfort Yoga Studio pricing.
For more info and to register call Lulu @ 320-4606
NOTE: This class is not currently offered. Please contact us if you are interested in having the class restarted.
Programs
Parties, Meetings, and Gatherings
We have had some great parties at the Studio! The Studio offers a wonderful, space overlooking Frankfort for parties, gatherings, meetings, clubs, workshops at a very reasonable cost. There are various sizes of rooms to choose from. Please contact Julia for more information and reservations.
Children's Birthday Parties - To make your life easier, let our Children's Birthday Party Director, Christa Sweger, help you plan your party. Contact her at christasweger@yahoo.com or call 875-4545 for more information.
MAC DADDY -- We take care of everything!! You just show up!! $140 we will provide space, decorations, cake, ice cream, games, and loot bags for your children. A great opportunity for you to relax and enjoy your child's party :)
LITTLE DADDY -- Want to have some say so in your child's birthday party? Choose this package. For $75 we provide the space, cake and ice cream and you choose the decorations, games, and loot bags. A great combo for those parents who want some hands-on activities at their child's party.
Yoga Party - Have you ever wanted to have a gathering of friends to have fun together but at the same time relax, destress, and do something good for your body? If you are interested then you may want to consider a Yoga Party. A Yoga Party is appropriate for all ages. Please contact Julia.
Yoga Workshops
Yoga Workshops can be tailor made for a conference, work place, or retreat at your location. A great addition to any group gathering where there is a lot of sitting. Yoga Retreats are held at Leeland Valley in the spring, summer and fall and can be held for your group. Contact us for more information.
Yoga Presentations
Yoga Pesentations at your location can consist of an introductory talk, "Yoga and It's Benefits" and if desired can include an introductory yoga class. Yoga programs are great for educating all ages on ways to improve their health. Contact us for more information.
Summer Programs for Groups of All Ages
The Frankfort Yoga Studio, situated in the heart of Frankfort, is here for our community. For the summer we are offering a variety of opportunities and options for your day care, summer camp, church group, or whatever group of people you are working with. We can arrange for your group to come for a yoga class or Rhythmic Movement class, either weekly or however many classes you would like. The cost varies according to the number of students and length of class.
We also have a program, Global Village, that offers "A Trip to Africa"
If you have any questions please let me know. We are here for you so please let us know what you need.
Yoga for All, Yoga for Life - Enjoy!
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