specialty Yoga Series
WINTER SERIES HIGHLIGHTS :ister Now!
Living Yoga w/ Martha Whitney, February 21-May 3rd-
Yoga for a Healthy Back Series w/ Alison Aiken, Tuesdays, 5:45-7:15 pm, January 24-February 28
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Beginner's Yoga Series w/ John McConnell, Wednesdays, 6-7 pm, January 25-February 29
- Intermediate Yoga Series w/ Christine Holt, Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 pm, February 1-March 7
- Center of Power : 6-Weeks to Core Strength: w/ Andrea O'Connor, Thursdays 4:30-5:30 pm, January 26-March 1
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Yoga Privates with Alison Aiken, PT
Living Yoga Kripalu Series with Martha Whitney
Martha offers a mindful and inspiring environment in which people find comfort in their body, a combination of
alignment and kindness toward themselves. Her rich language and individualized guidance help students deepen their practice and self-awareness. These classes are a great way to start the morning.
Drop in anytime! ($14/class) or pre-register for discounted classes
Tuesday: Gentle, 8:15-9:30 am
Thursday: Level I/II, 6:45-8:00 am
Thursday: Free Meditation, 8:15-8:45 am
Thursday: Level I/II, 9-10:15 am
11 weeks for $121 and drop-ins welcome with class card or $14 drop-in fee. $10 Discount for those enrolling in both a Tuesday and Thursday Class. Make-ups available.
Yoga for a Healthy Back Series with Alison Aiken PT
This six week program is designed for people with low back pain who wish to return to yoga practice or explore yoga as a method of managing their back pain. Students will learn basic lumbar spine anatomy, yoga principles and modification of poses for their diagnosis. Classes will consist of development of a yoga routine that includes breathing exercises, stretches, core strengthening, flowing poses and relaxation exercises. Yoga for a Healthy Back series are taught by Janet Carscadden PT, and Alison Aiken, PT, both licensed physical therapists and certified yoga instructors. Click here to read more about Evolution PT.
with Alison Aiken
Tuesdays 5:45-7:15 pm
6 weeks for $120
starts January 24
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Beginner's Yoga Series with John McConnell
In this series, we will be working together to learn about practicing yoga in a fun, supportive environment. We'll work on good alignment principles, learn some breathing and meditation techniques, and begin to explore new postures from the ground up. What's nice about the series it is a great way to commit to practicing and learning, which can be hard if you are just starting out. It also always feels good to be in a room with other people around your same level and feel the support and encouragement of other students.
Wednesdays 6-7 pm
6 Weeks for $99
Starts January 25
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Previous series with John McConnell include:
Advanced Yoga Series
The layout of this series is up to the students in it. Before class starts, we send out a questionnaire to help define what the class will be in accordance with what the students want. Classes will include pranayama, alignment, philosophy and advanced asana postures. Get to know other people in the class while we work together to deepen our yoga practice.
Pre-requisites: we ask that you be comfortable with about half (at least 3 out of 6) of the following poses before signing up
Urdva dhanurasana (full wheel)
Headstand (can be against a wall)
Handstand kick-up (at a wall or free-standing)
Ardha chandrasana (balancing half-moon)
Bird of paradise
Be comfortable with basic arm balances like bakasana (crow)
Please e-mail yoga@evolutionvt.com if you'd like to find out the next time we run our Advanced Series.
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Intermediate Yoga with Christine Holt
Are you caught in a rut in your practice? Wanting to move up to Level II, but not sure if you're ready?
This series is for practicing beginners ready to take it up a notch, for intermediate yogis who have hit a plateau and don't know how to progress, and for advanced practitioners who may benefit from a review of the foundations in order to take it to the next level.
Presented in a workshop format, each class will include partner work and opportunities for questions and discussion. Together, we will review the basics of pranayama, anatomy, alignment principles, and Sanskrit names for poses, as well as explore how these basics relate to various families of poses (backbends, forward bends, twists, arm balances, inversions). Through careful attention and playful practice, we will get our arms around the essential skills required for a safe, injury-free path of yoga practice - hopefully one that lasts a lifetime!
Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30 pm
6 week series for $99
Starts February 1st
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Center of Power: 6-Weeks to Core Strength with Andrea O'Connor
This class is designed for anyone who wants to use the core and abdominal muscles more efficiently and effectively. This leads to overall new strength and power as well as relief from pain and improved muscle function in the back, hips or shoulders.
When I developed the "Strong on the Inside" class series and workshop, I wanted to bring together the core information that I had learned from various disciplines. This class brings clarity to core work from yoga (the bandahs), Physical Therapy, and Gyrotonic. And it feels great. Come check it out! No yoga experience necessary! Fit athletes, experienced yoginis, and those less conditioned or recovering from injury benefit from this unique work.
Thursdays, 4:30-5:30 pm
6 week series for $99
Starts January 26th
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Previous series with Andrea O'Connor include:
Yoga for Women 40+
This series revolves around the seven chakras or energy centers of the body that correspond with aspects of life. Through physical practice and contemplations, you'll explore the power of yoga and connecting with the chakras. And best of all - in the company of other women your age!
Yoga for Us
For those who are new to yoga. Each class will include a gentle flow practice plus instruction on the position and alignment of two different poses each week. There's an opportunity for demonstrations and questions. Includes either a short guided meditation or restorative pose to finish the class. You'll come away with a new skill and understanding of twelve poses plus confidence in doing yoga flow.
Take your beginning practice to a new level of skill and gain new openness and strength in the poses.
Please e-mail yoga@evolutionvt.com if you'd like to find out the next time we run Yoga for Women 40+ or Yoga for Us.
Yoga Privates with Alison Aiken, PT 
Improve your yoga practice with Alison's help and expertise. Private yoga sessions allow you to explore your practice, meeting needs that aren't met in a group, and bring forth awareness without judgment. Private Sessions are good for beginners looking for a one on one introduction to yoga practice and for more experienced students who are looking to deepen their practice.
In 2005 Alison completed her YTT through The Yoga Institute with a concentration in Viniyoga. Viniyoga focuses on adapting and modifying postures for the individual.
Alison’s yoga privates include expertise from her PT background, special attention to alignment, breathing patterns and metta practice. If you have chronic neck, back, muscle or joint injuries or other health care concerns, Alison will help you safely address these issues through your yoga practice.She can also help you develop a yoga program to help cross train for a marathon, triathlon, or other endurance event.
Alison will help you connect your yoga postures into everyday life. Lessons are taught with consideration of individual needs allowing the student to embrace yoga with curiosity and without judgment.
Call to schedule now: 802.864.YOGA
Initial: $100
Follow-up: $80
or ask us about yoga therapy at evolution
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