There are many opportunities to practice yoga at Harmony...

The Autumn Yoga Schedule runs from mid-September through mid-December. We welcome students at any time.
Below please find the Winter 09 Yoga Schedule.

...also be sure to keep any eye on Harmony's wonderful series of ongoing Free Events.  

WINTER 2009 YOGA SCHEDULE:

SUNDAY

SILENT MEDITATION 9-9:30 A.M. • FREE • NO REGISTRATION
Cushions, chairs provided.
(No meditation 2/1 or 2/8)

*YAMUNA BODY ROLLING (MELANIE) 10-11 A.M. • LEVEL 2
10 WKS, $100, Jan. 4-Mar. 22 (NO CLASS 2/8-15) • CODE BR
This self-massage technique uses small, soft balls and your own body weight to stretch, tone, and realign the body. For continuing students and those in good physical shape, with strong yoga backgrounds and keen body intuition.

MONDAY

MORNING TRADITION (JUDY) 9-10 A.M. • LEVEL 1-2
10 WKS, $100, Jan. 5-Mar. 16 (No class 2/2) • CODE MT
Traditional, gentle to moderate flow, meditative.

YOGA BASICS (CHRISTA/JUDY) 5:30-6:30 P.M. • LEVEL 1-2
10 WKS, $100 • Jan. 5-Mar. 16 (No class 2/2) • CODE YB
Foundational poses, breathing, and meditation.

TUESDAY

SLO-MO-YO (JUDY) 10:30-11:45 A.M. • LEVEL 1-2
10 WKS, $100 • Jan. 6-Mar. 17 (No class 2/3) • CODE SM
Slower, light-hearted pace, restorative yet occasionally challenging; optional 15-minute silent meditation from 11:45-12 p.m.

INNER FLOW YOGA (REBEKAH/STAFF) 5:30-6:30 P.M. • LEVEL 1-3
10 WKS, $100 • Jan. 20-Mar. 24 • CODE FY
For returning students and beginners free from injury, this experiential class begins with vinyasa (flowing postures), gradually developing deeper awareness through longer held poses, guided relaxation.

WEDNESDAY

MORNING YOGA (DHYANA) 7:30-8:30 A.M. • LEVEL 2-3
10 WKS, $100 • JAN. 7-MAR. 11 • CODE WM
Moderately paced practice for those with previous experience, offering more advanced posture variations.

INTEGRAL YOGA (DHYANA) 9-10:30 A.M. • LEVEL 1
10 WKS, $100 • JAN. 7-MAR. 11 • CODE IY
In addition to 50 minutes of yoga poses, this traditional hatha class includes deep relaxation, pranayama, and a brief meditation.

THURSDAY

YOGA ROOTS (LUCY) 9:30-10:45 A.M. • LEVEL 1-2
10 WKS, $100 • JAN. 8-MAR. 12 • CODE JR
Emphasis on proper alignment and breath awareness, with slower pacing and longer-held poses. For beginners and experienced yogis.

YAMUNA BODY ROLLING (MELANIE) 4:45-5:45 P.M. • LEVEL 1-2
5 WKS, $50 • JAN. 8-FEB. 5 • CODE TBR1
5 WKS, $50 • FEB. 19-MAR. 19 • CODE TBR2
This self-massage technique uses small, soft balls and your own body weight to stretch, tone, and realign the body. For continuing students and those in good physical shape, with strong yoga backgrounds and keen body intuition.

*CLASSICAL YOGA (JUDY) 6:15-7:45 P.M. • LEVEL 3
10 WKS, $100 • JAN. 8-MAR. 19 (No class 2/5) • CODE CY
Ongoing class is currently full; call about last-minute summer openings.

FRIDAY

MORNING YOGA (CARLA) 7:30-9 A.M. • LEVEL 2-3
10 WKS, $100 • JAN. 9-MAR. 20 (NO CLASS 1/23) • CODE FM
Invigorating class weaves posture flows, breath work, and playfulness to create balance and harmony in body, mind, and spirit.

GENTLE FLOW (CARLA) 9:30-10:45 A.M. • LEVEL 1-2
10 WKS, $100 • JAN. 9-MAR. 20 (NO CLASS 1/23) • CODE GY
Unfold with ease into traditional yoga postures that flow from one to another. For beginners and experienced yogis.

SATURDAY

GENTLE YOGA (CHRISTA/REBEKAH) 8-9 A.M. • LEVEL 1
10 WKS, $100 • JAN. 3-MAR.21 (No class 1/3, 2/7) • CODE SG
An easy morning practice, suitable for all, perfect for beginners.

MORNING YOGA FLOW (CHRISTA) 9:15-10:30 A.M. • LEVEL 2
10 WKS, $100 • JAN. 3-MAR.21 (No class 1/3, 2/7) • CODE SC
Moderately paced practice with classical postures and breathwork to renew and energize. Experienced yogis and beginners in good physical shape.

* These classes are currently full. Please call Judy (304.876.6918) about last-minute openings.

A NOTE ABOUT CLASS LEVELS: Level 1 classes are suitable for brand-new beginners to yoga as well as experienced yogis who wish to refine the basics. Level 2 is for those with prior experience or beginners in good physical shape; Level 3 is for experienced yogis. In mixed-level classes, teachers offer less- and more- challenging options for approaching most poses.

Class drop-in rate: $14

To register for a session of classes: Mail a check along with your contact info to SS Yoga, PO Box 1457, Shepherdstown, W.Va. 25443 (Or register in a current yoga class.) With your registration, note the class code/s of the class/es you'd like to take.

Registration Fees: Each class is priced individually. Check the schedule above to determine the fee for your class/es of choice. The Unlimited Class Pass fee is $210 for the Winter Yoga Session.

Registration Discounts: Students and Seniors (60+) may deduct $5 from total fees. Those with registrations postmarked or delivered in class on or before Dec. 19 may deduct $5 from each class code for which they register. Purchasers of an Unlimited Class Pass may deduct $10 off the class pass rate.

An Unlimited Class Pass ($210)enables yogis to choose from more than 140 total classes throughout the Winter Yoga Session. The Class Pass excludes Yamuna Body Rolling and Classical Yoga unless pass-holders intend to be regular participants in either class (teacher permission required for Classical Yoga.) If you intend to use your class pass for Body Rolling, make a note of it on registration form. Class sizes are limited. The Class Pass may be used only by the named pass holder, and is not transferable to any other person, or to a future yoga session.

Class rates include 6% WV state sales tax.

Refund Policy: 100% if cancelled one week before class begins.

Make-up Policy: We encourage students to make up missed classes by attending similar-level classes during the same session in which they miss a class, except for Body Rolling* and Classical Yoga, which are unavailable for makeups. Missed classes are not transferrable to future sessions, and no credits are issued for missed classes.

*Those with two or more years of yoga experience may use Body Rolling classes as makeups but must call JiJi or Judy in advance to assure space is available. 304-876-6918 or 304-283-6188

Precautions: Our classes are not suitable for 12-year-olds and younger or for pregnant women. Please call if interested in prenatal yoga.

Snow and Inclement Weather Policy
In the case of extreme weather, we will cancel class/es and offer makeups at the end of the session. We do not necessarily follow closings or delays implemented by Jefferson County Schools. Common sense should prevail even if classes or workshops are held during minor snows. Please call 304.876.6918 for recorded updates.