A slow, passive practice that lengthens deep connective tissue in muscles and joints. Longer held Yin poses target the spine, hips and pelvis allowing for deeper opening in these areas. Yin Yoga is deeply relaxing, yet revitalizing, suitable for all levels.
Vinyasa Flow
A powerful flow of hatha yoga postures, linked through a series of connecting movements (vinyasa), synchronized with smooth, deep breathing (ujjayi), gaze (dristi) and locks (bandhas).
Kripalu Yoga (Basic Practice)
A basic flow of foundational postures & breathing techniques with emphasis on body awareness, alignment and co-ordination of breath & movement. Students are encouraged to practice at their own level, using variations and modifications to give postures more or less challenge. Classes may be enhanced by music, rhythms and inspirational readings to promote meditative awareness.
Yoga Basics Training
In this eight-week comprehensive training program comprised of one 90-minute class per week, you will observe demonstrations and receive step-by-step instructions for each technique. You can ask questions and clarify details. You will be guided through the details and alignment of each posture as an in-depth experience with hands-on assisting as needed. The class includes centering, warm-ups, postures, breathing exercises, relaxation and integration.
Kripalu Yoga (All Levels)
A flow of postures with emphasis on body awareness, alignment and coordination of breath & movement. Students are encouraged to practice at their own level, using variations and modifications to give postures more or less challenge. Classes may be enhanced by music, rhythms and inspirational readings to promote meditative awareness.
Chakra Yoga
Find the "ahhhh" in asana in this slow, mindful practice that explores many avenues of energy through postures, chakra awareness and breath work.
Self Awakening Yoga
This class is a creative learning process and expansion of consiousness that allows for an "un-learning" of old habits and inefficient patterns our bodies may have adopted from past illness or injury. During the class, you will move in interesting new ways: unwinding, rolling, tapping, etc. The process increase awareness and helps unlock and release unhelpful patterns.
Kripalu Yoga (Gentle)
A flow of gentle postures with emphasis on body awareness, alignment and co-ordination of breath & movement. Students are encouraged to practice at their own level, using variations and modifications to give postures more or less challenge. Classes may be enhanced by music, rhythms and inspirational readings to promote meditative awareness.
Vigorous Morning Yoga
Start your day with a stimulating, guided strength and flexibility routine guaranteed to pleasantly awaken your body and mind. Follow a vigorous Ashtanga style routine that includes sun salutations and multiple standing and seated poses, all carefully arranged to help your body warm up and strengthen for the coming day. Enter prepared for a challenging yoga routine that plays along the traditional Ashtanga lineage, and leave with an energized body and composed mind, ready to face anything your day throws at you.
Community Yoga
Enjoy a free yoga class given each Sunday by a different guest teacher.
Group Classes
In Discovery Yoga classes you get great exercise and more. In addition to our focus on physical and mental practices that build health, reduce stress and retard the aging process, we provide the resources, support and environment for you to increase your capacity for self-discovery and attunement. Coming together with like-minded people in the spirit of Yoga creates a group energy that allows for deeper absorption into the practice. Each class is a complete experience, including centering, warm-ups (pratapana), yoga postures (asana), yogic breathing (pranayama), relaxation (yoga nidra) and integration.
Training Classes
The training program below, comprised of one 90-minute class per week, gives you the tools you need to attend practice classes with knowledge, experience and confidence.
Yoga Basic Training
In this eight-week course for beginning students you will observe demonstrations and receive step-by-step instructions for each technique. You can ask questions and clarify details. You will be guided through the details and alignment of each posture with hands-on assisting as needed.
Listen to your body’s messages, Notice & release judgment.
Warm-ups
Spine & Shoulders.
Asana
Boat, Child, Cobra, Sphinx, Half Locust, Locust.
Review/Experience:
Asana, Relaxation.
Week 3
Breath
Notice sensations, Breath & movement.
Intro to Pranayama (Yogic Breathing)
Ocean Breath.
Warm-ups
Spine & Hips, Breath.
Asana
Seated Spinal Twist, Knee to Chest Pose, Supine Spinal Twist.
Review/Experience
Asana, Relaxation, Pranayama.
Week 4
Letting Go
Notice what you don’t need and let it go.
Pranayama
Complete Breath.
Warm-ups
Hips & Hamstrings.
Asana
Bound Angle, Head to Knee, Posterior Stretch, Symbol of Yoga.
Review/Experience
Asana, Relaxation, Pranayama.
Week 5
Prana
Notice the movement of energy.
Warm-ups
Neck & Shoulders.
Asana
Bridge, Half Shoulderstand, Fish.
Review/Experience
Asana, Relaxation, Pranayama.
Week 6
Balance
Notice polarities.
Pranayama
Alternate Nostril Breath.
Warm-ups
Hips & Hamstrings, Balancing.
Asana
Dancer, Downward Dog.
Review/Experience
Asana, Relaxation, Pranayama.
Week 7
Strength
Core strength, Personal power.
Pranayama
Skull Shinning.
Warm-ups
Core, Hara.
Asana
Triangle, Warrior, Side Warrior.
Review/Experience
Asana, Relaxation, Pranayama.
Week 8
Integration
Notice the effects of the practice. Affirmation
Warm-ups
Warm-up Series.
Review/Experience
Asana, Relaxation, Pranayama.
Practice Classes
The guided flows of warm-ups, postures and breathing techniques below give students of all levels opportunities to learn and clarify details, add new postures to their repertoire, and take their practice to deeper levels. With the increased awareness that comes through practice, you'll begin to understand and respond to the needs of your body and observe your mind and behaviors with more clarity. Our teachers are skilled and creative in the sequencing, mood and tone of their classes – each class a unique expression of teacher-student energy, and a unique experience of yoga.
Kripalu Yoga
A flow of postures with emphasis on body awareness, alignment and coordination of breath & movement. Students are encouraged to practice at their own level, using variations and modifications to give postures more or less challenge. Classes may be enhanced by music, rhythms and inspirational readings to promote meditative awareness.
Vinyasa Flow
A powerful flow of hatha yoga postures, linked through a series of connecting movements (vinyasa), synchronized with smooth, deep breathing (ujjayi), gaze (dristi) and locks (bandhas).
Yin Yoga
A slow, deep practice that targets the hips and spine, and helps to release and lengthen the body's deep connective tissue. Longer held Yin Yoga postures combined with yogic breathing stimulate the meridian system, releasing energy blockages in the physical and emotional bodies. Yin yoga is a deeply meditative yet revitalizing practice, and is an excellent compliment to other styles of yoga. (This class is designed for students familiar with yogic technics. Beginners, please choose a basic training or basic practice class.)
Move, Melt & Meditate
Refresh your mind, stimulate your body, calm your nervous system and lighten your heart in this energizing yoga practice. Open your body with dynamic, peaceful movements, practiced with alignment and balanced breathing. Let go of tension as you are led into a restful, easy state of deep relaxation. Clear your mind with lightly guided formal meditation.
Chakra Yoga
Find the “ahhhh” in asana in this slow, mindful practice that explores many avenues of energy through postures, chakra awareness and breath work.
Free Community Yoga
Enjoy a free yoga class given each Sunday by a different guest teacher. Donations welcome... most teachers donate to charity.
Practice Classes Levels
Beginner
basic practice of foundational postures & breathing techniques.
Gentle
easy and relaxing.
Vigorous
fun & challenge balanced with awareness & relaxation.
All Levels
easy to challenging with modifications & variations for any level of practice.
Multi-Level
some experience required.
Community Satsang
Monthly Gatherings - Saturday Evening, 7:00-8:30pm. Second Saturday of Each Month.
Join us for a celebration of mantra chanting (namashrikirtana), meditating (dhyana)
and afterwards to mingle briefly with others who share the compassionate path of mindfulness (sangham).
Satsang, a Sanskrit word, means
To be in the company of Truth in order to assimilate Truth. Join us monthly to celebrate this ancient Eastern tradition of spiritual seekers coming together to chant the Divine Name and meditate on the Inner Light.
This is a devotional gathering representing Truth
not any one particular path or teacher. It is neither performance, a drumming circle, nor a class. All you need bring is your willingness and perhaps a seat cushion if you wish.
Please be on time!
Latecomers or early departures disturb the dynamics of the group. Wear loose clothing. All love offerings will be donated to Discovery Yoga for use of their wonderful facility.
January, 2014
Sadhana Retreat Patanjali's Yoga Sutras: Threads Of Consciousness
1/31-2/2. friday evening,saturday & sunday. trannier: christopher baxter
February, 2014
How To Be At Peace With Anyone
2/7. friday evening. trannier: cary bayer
Kripalu Yoga Teacher Training
2/8-9. saturday & sunday. ongoing weekend program
Community Satsang
2/8. Saturday Evening
Dances Of Universal Peace
2/21. friday evening
Introduction To The Melt Method
2/22. saturday afternoon. trannier: amba greene
Melt Your Core
2/23. sunday morning. trannier: amba greene
Wellness As A Way Of Life
2/28-3/2. friday evening, saturday & sunday. trannier: christopher baxter
March, 2014
Yoga Basic Training
3/4-4/22. tuesday evenings (8 weeks). trannier: stephen shambach
Kripalu Yoga Teacher Training
3/8-9. saturday & sunday. ongoing weekend program. trannier: deva parnell
Community Satsang
3/8. saturday evening
Let Your Yoga Dance Teacher Training For Special Populations
Most workshops are open to continuing students as well as teachers. All are applicable toward the Discovery Yoga 500-Hour Master Yoga Teacher Certification as required or elective courses
Enjoy classes, workshops, retreats, and KRIPALU YOGA TEACHER TRAINING in an intimate setting. The practice of yoga is not about imposing a form upon yourself.
It is discovering your Self through a form. You'll feel at home the moment you enter our charming Kripalu affiliated yoga center & retreat in historic St. Augustine, Florida. Near shops, restaurants and beaches, our beautifully restored building has student housing on-site. Enroll in a workshop, or come for a few days of R&R and enjoy a variety of outstanding yoga classes with our skilled, compassionate staff.