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...through deep relaxation, Hatha Yoga postures, breathing techniques,
rituals, chanting, imagery and meditation…no previous yoga
experience is required.
Hatha Yoga
Private & Semi-Private Classes
Restorative Yoga
Yoga of the Heart™
Yoga & Therapeutic Massage
Itsy Bitsy Yoga™
Yoga and Belly Dance
More About Yoga Practice
 HATHA
YOGA
Iyana Christine, MA, RYT, owner of peaceful sanctuary, now brings
hatha yoga to her bodywork studio in Greenbrae. After thirty years
of maintaining a personal practice of hatha yoga, Iyana Christine,
became certified as an Ananda yoga teacher. Ananda style yoga, a
gentle relaxation based yoga, increases the life force within the
body through the practice of postures, breathing exercises, and
visualization. The practice of this healing form of yoga brings
vitality and serenity to the body, mind and soul.
Private instruction by appointment.
Please call the office for more information.
YOGA CLASSES TAILORED
TO YOUR BODY AND NEEDS:
PRIVATE SESSIONS AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT
Iyana Christine MA, RYT will create a yoga program to fit your unique
requirements. Integrating a variety of styles, she will create a
yoga program to fulfill your needs and goals.
Sessions are one hour or one and one half hours. Call 925-1747 to
schedule your appointment.
 RESTORATIVE
YOGA
Restorative Yoga is a practice of being, rather than doing. Iyana
Christine assists the student in postures using bolsters, pillows
and blankets. These props create a safe and supportive environment
allowing for release and relaxation. Restorative Yoga helps to relieve
the effects of stress and helps to bring the body, mind and spirit
in to harmony and balance. Iyana Christine teaches private sessions
and workshops by appointment.
Please call the office for more information.
YOGA OF THE HEART™
Yoga of the Heart™ was designed by Nischala Devi to assist
the healing process of people with heart disease and cancer. She
developed a series of gentle yoga postures for Dr. Dean Ornish’s
Program for the Reversal of Heart Disease. This study demonstrated
that the progression of heart disease can be slowed down and in
many cases reversed by a program of comprehensive lifestyle changes,
which include yoga-based stress management, aerobic exercise, low-fat
vegetarian diet and support groups.
Iyana Christine MA RYT completed the Yoga of the
Heart™ training in 2002. She teaches private and semi-private
sessions. Group classes can be arranged for three to six students.
The series of gentle yoga postures are easily modified for any physical
limitation. Deep relaxation and breathing techniques enhance healing
and well-being. Visualizations and positive imagery help reverse
the effect of stress on the body and bring the body and mind into
balance.
The Yoga of the Heart™ series consists of eight
1-1/2 hour sessions. A series can be arranged for a class of three
to six students, or semi-private or private coaching sessions. Props
are provided.
Please call the office for more information.
YOGA AND THERAPEUTIC
MASSAGE
Enjoy a 90 minute session that combines a private personalized yoga
experience and a therapeutic massage. Following a brief consultation,
Iyana Christine will create a personalized yoga sequence for you,
which may include relaxation techniques, breathing practices, postures
and meditation techniques; designed to bring you into greater balance,
strength, flexibility and joy!
Yoga bodywork session 90 minutes: $100
Please call the office for more information.
 ITSY
BITSY YOGA™
Itsy Bitsy Yoga™ is a calming and nurturing yoga practice
developed for mothers and babies from birth to 24 months. This practice
combines yoga, infant developmental movement and parent/child bonding.
Iyana Christine MA RYT is a certified Itsy Bitsy Yoga™ instructor.
Developed by Helen Garabedian, this program includes over 70 yoga
postures designed for babies. Iyana Christine provides personal
consultations for parents and their babies. She will also hold classes
for groups of up to six mothers and infants at her studio.
Please call the office for more information.
YOGA AND BELLY DANCE
One evening each month Iyana Christine MA RYT will lead
a gentle yoga class followed by a fun belly dance movement series.
Learn some basic dance steps, combinations and have some fun. No
previous experience is required.
Please call the office for days and times.
MORE ABOUT
YOGA PRACTICE
If you have any questions regarding your health and ability to practice
yoga, consult you health care provider first.
Wear clothing that gives you comfort and freedom of movement. Ideally
practice yoga on an empty stomach, at least 2 hours after a meal.
Bring a yoga mat, if you have one, and a bottle of water. Pillows
and blankets are provided.
Remember that all progress in yoga comes from a relaxation of effort.
Never strain or struggle to get into a pose. Allow for a deeper
opening to occur through relaxation, body awareness and breathing.
Be aware and focused as you move smoothly into and out of the postures.
Remember to breathe and rest between the postures.
Focus your attention on the present. Accept yourself where you are
right now. Yoga is about union with your Highest Self. Contrary
to what you have seen in magazines, yoga is not about how a pose
looks from the outside or about competition. Progress occurs through
mindfulness of your inner and outer experience. Consistency and
receptivity will enhance your experience of yoga.
Iyana Christine gives each student individual attention, assisting
with the postures, setting up restorative poses and leading creative
and inspiring visualizations. Iyana Christine leads meditation at
the end of each yoga session.
Nameste! The highest spirit with
in me
honors the highest spirit within you.
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