Yoga & Mind Body

California Fitness Yoga & Mind Body classes bring together East and West to help you relax, de-stress, improve posture, coordination, mental focus and of course burn calories. Our Yoga & Mind Body classes can also help you develop core strength and body alignment and improve flexibility and balance.

 

Class Level Description
Yoga 101 1

Don't try to Dhanurasana before you've Downward Dogged. Learn Yoga basics and correct breathing at you own pace and progress when you're ready. Non-impact and low intensity.
Hatha Yoga 1 1

This yoga style attempts to balance both body and mind through its poses and controlled breathing. Gain new found poise, balance and strength. A great way to recharge and relax. Non-impact and low to moderate intensity.
Ashtanga Flow 101 2

Ashtanga Yoga synchronizes breathing with a progressive series of postures. This class is an introduction to the Ashtanga Yoga Primary series and gives you ample time to learn and practice each posture. Low impact and intensity.
Pilates Mat 1 1

A mat-work class taught according to the principles of Pilates. This gentle but effective exercise strengthens your core abdominal and back muscles. Non-impact and low intensity.
Tai Chi 101 1

Let this ancient Chinese art of flowing movements and mental focus improve your overall physical coordination, balance and mind and body awareness. Non-impact and low intensity.
Tai Chi Sword
Tai Chi Fan
Qigong
Flex & Flo M

Get down on the floor and really feel those deep stretches! Excellent for improving flexibility and relieving tense muscles you didn't even know you had. Non-impact and low intensity.

 

Typically, our Yoga & Mind Body classes burn about 250 – 400 calories per class.

 

Class Levels

1   Level 1 class is usually an introductory or orientation class for participants who have little experience in the class type they are about to attend.
2   Level 2 classes are suitable for participants with considerable experience in the class type.
3   Level 3 classes are suited those who need the extra challenge. A firm grip on choreography is essential as the pace moves faster.
4   Level 4 classes are strictly for the experienced. The pace will be quicker and the choreography more complex.
M   Multi-Level class is one which is suitable for all fitness and co-ordination levels. This means that it is a class that you can work in your own pace according your fitness level and goal.