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.

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.

Hatha Yoga 2 2

Once you've mastered the basics, take it to the next level, for a more vigorous workout. Non-impact and moderate intensity.

Hatha Yoga 3 3

A challenging class for keen students of yoga. Non-impact and moderate to high intensity.

Power Vinyasa M

Get ready to sweat, as you are guided through a pre-set flowing sequence of postures designed to build strength, increase flexibility and relax the mind.

Ashtanga Flow 101 2

Ashtanga Yoga synchronizes breathing with a progressive series of postures.

Ashtanga Flow 3

Based on the Ashtanga Primary Series this class focuses on the unity of breath and movement through a series of postures. Low impact and medium intensity.

Meditation M

Stressed? Learn techniques to help you reduce tension and stress in your everyday life while promoting calmness.

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.

Pilates Mat 2 2

A mat-work class taught according to the principles of Pilates. This gentle but effective exercise strengthens your core abdominal and back muscles.

Reformer – Level 2 2

Enjoy the challenge of the Pilates reformer with more advanced movements. Excellent for experienced participants. Non-impact and moderate 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.

Tai Chi - Wu Style 2

One of the traditional forms of Tai Chi with a higher, narrower stance and medium circle movement. Suited to all ages and body types. Non-impact and low intensity.

Tai Chi – Yang Style 2

The most commonly practiced form of Tai Chi. Slow, flowing movements soothe the soul while improving balance and agility. Non-impact and low intensity.

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.

 

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.