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Balance. Explore yoga for overall well-being. From gentle to challenging, it’s all here for you.

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3148 Hatha Yoga Basics and Beyond/CLOSED

Deborah Cohen, RYT, M.Ed, MA
Mondays from 12:00pm -1:00pm
42 Brattle Street
July 7 – August 25
Fee: $80.00 ($40.00/HUGHP Members)

Ever practiced yoga? Why not begin today? Whether you are a first-time participant or have been practicing yoga for several years, you won't want to miss this opportunity to start your week with limited stress. The benefits of this practice are sure to keep you calm and prepare you to face the challenges of each new work week.

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3149 Flex-time Yoga/CLOSED

Carla Fontaine
Mondays from 5:30 -6:30pm
Monks Library, 75 Mt. Auburn Street, 2nd Floor, HUHS
July 14 – August 25
Fee: $70.00 ($35.00/HUGHP Members)

Stretched for time? Now, there is a way to experience the benefits of yoga. Even one hour of yoga can have a remarkable impact in your mind, body, spirit. Whether you are interested in supplementing other weekly exercise, trying yoga for the first time, or starting a personal practice within your limited schedule, try this relaxed and fun class to start your week right. Instructed in the Hatha style, this class is appropriate for beginners and those who have some yoga experience as well.

 

3150 Yoga for Living Well

John Schlorholtz
Tuesdays from 1:00pm -2:00pm
42 Brattle Street
July 1 – August 26
Fee: $90.00 ($45.00/HUGHP Members)

Get well! You will be encouraged to notice the positive changes in your well-being that yoga promotes. The course focuses on personalized rhythmic movement, breathing techniques, and the development of balance and flexibility. Emphasis is placed on attending to the unique needs of each individual, especially those new to yoga and those who desire a gentle approach to their personal practice.

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3151 Simply Yoga: Fundamentals and Integration/CLOSED

Deborah Cohen, RYT, M.Ed, MA
Wednesdays from 5:30pm -7:00pm
Monks Library, 75 Mt. Auburn Street, 2nd Floor, HUHS
July 9 – August 27
Fee: $120.00 ($60.00/HUGHP Members)

Positioning, alignment, and movement in basic yoga poses are all explored in this course. Attentive, step-by-step instruction will familiarize you with fundamental technique and guide you in structuring your practice at home. Course repertoire includes: standing poses, simple forward bends and twists, and basic breathing techniques.

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3152 Restorative Yoga/CLOSED

Julianne Corey
Fridays from 12:00pm-1:00pm
Monks Library, 75 Mt. Auburn Street, 2nd Floor, HUHS
July 18 – August 29
Fee: $70.00 ($35.00/HUGHP Members)

Taking time out to relax and renew is essential to living well. Restorative yoga presents relaxing postures to heal the effects of chronic stress and physical ailments. This gentle, meditative course is designed for all levels. Props such as blankets, blocks, and belts are used so that all students, regardless of age or ability, can benefit from the yoga poses (props are provided). By learning/practicing the basics of positioning, alignment, and action in the poses, you can achieve a balanced experience of the challenges, discoveries, and restorative healing of yoga.

 

 

My therapist's expertise in identifying where stress and tension was held proved extremely helpful. I have taken nutrition, attended the Mind Body Institute classes, and meditation along with massage - all with tremendous benefit.
- Male, Harvard Staff, Participant for 4 - 5 years