Class Descriptions
At the Mandala yoga and meditation studio, our yoga classes are inspired by Astanga, Anusara, and Iyengar methods. We gently weave together alignment, flow, and awareness of breath and mind. Our yoga classes are designed to meet all levels of yogis, from beginner to advanced, as well as injury and therapeutic specific classes. We hope to give the Boulder Community a place to come and enjoy a complete, mindful practice. Our vision is to create a loving community where people can come together, practice, share, celebrate and grow.
Anusara Yoga
This uplifting and celebratory yoga utilizes positions that flow from the heart while unifying the Tantric system of intrinsic goodness with the universal principles of alignment. It is designed to meet the needs of all ages and abilities.
Yoga
These classes are an eclectic blend of several Hatha yoga styles, which focus on moving in alignment with the body, breath and spirit. You will cultivate deep internal heat to strengthen, open and purify the body, while soothing your nerves and gaining focus.
Therapeutic Yoga
Each class is tailored to specific student needs. Props and gentle flow sequences are used to help students unlock the natural healing within their bodies.
Women's Yoga
Practice in this inspirational setting while surrounded by the support and energy of other women.
Insight Meditation Group
The Boulder community comes together at Mandala on Thursday nights to share mindfulness meditation. Mindfulness is the simple ability to know what is happening in the present moment. This Buddhist practice has tremendous benefits: it can decrease stress, improve one's relationships, and cultivate a deeply happy heart. Each class involves meditation, a dharma talk, and group discussion. The group leader, Peter Williams, has practiced meditation for 15 years in the Theravada and Tibetan Buddhist traditions. He is certified as a Community Dharma Leader by Jack Kornfield's Spirit Rock Meditation Center. Contact: peterbw@tds.net
Kirtan
Join us for an evening of group chanting! Traditionally, Kirtan is call and response chanting of Sanskrit mantras set to simple melodies designed to quiet the mind, deepen the breath and expand one's sense of conscious connection to self and Source. Our kirtans blend both western harmonies and guitar with traditional instruments: harmonium and tabla, to create a high energy, melodic evening of group chanting! Everyone, beginner and expert chanters are welcome!
Qi Gong
Classes utilize a combination of gentle movement, attention to breath and visualization practices to access the vibratory nature within ourselves, and then to cultivate (gong) its energy (qi).
Class Levels
All Level
These classes are designed for students of any level. Some comfort with the basic breathing and alignment principles is recommended. The pace is slightly faster than beginner classes, but variations are offered to meet the needs of all students.
Level 1
Perfect for beginners. In this well-rounded, moderate class we'll move through basic, warming and empowering postures. We'll also explore alignment and breath in a variety of postures. As a beginner you can challenge yourself, and as an experienced student you can refresh and fine-tune your practice.
Level 1-2
These classes are designed to take the basic principles learned in the Level 1 class and use them to help create a gentle flow and meditative quality through this mid-level class. Students will also learn to cultivate inner heat, showing them a deeper yoga experience.
Level 2
These intermediate yoga classes are designed for those with experience and who are ready to take their yoga to a new level. Full poses will be explored with flowing transitions that build heat, strengthen the nervous system, and cultivate mindfulness. Arm balancing, back bending, deep twisting, hip opening, inversions, and pranayama may be practiced.
Level 3
This advanced class is designed for the yoga practitioner with at least 6 months experience in intermediate classes. Advanced students, yogis and yoga instructors may attend to explore their personal practice through playful yet challenging asana poses.
