Online Learning
Yoga Practice and Seminars
You are invited to join a small and dedicated group of students who meet every Monday or Tuesday for guided practice.
Each month has a focus– the breathing technique, spinal action, postures and meditation all work together to create an effect. Over the course of the month, these threads develop to help progress with each class. At the end of each month, add-on your class seminar to share, listen, and learn more about the techniques and principles of yoga explored that month. Can’t meet live? No problem. Every class is recorded.
Get your first month for $19!
If you’ve been curious about practice and want a good reason to give it a try, how about a big discount?!
Sign up before 3/31 and your first month is only $19. If you love it, the next month, your subscription will continue at the regular rate. Not for you? Cancel before your renewal and you’ll have access to the class through the end of the period and won’t be charged again.
Yoga for Vitality and Strength PRACTICE
Dive deep into āsana (postural) practice linking movement of the spine with breath technique. We dedicate time to seated prāṇāyāma (breath) practice and meditation each week.
In YVS, the metrics for success are different from typical fitness classes. You’ll develop strength with slow but challenging movements. You’ll teach the spine and body to have overall flexibility and then use the capacity of the spine to power and inform how you move in each posture. With this approach, the breath and heart rate can remain stable even when you exert energy. A great deal of focus develops when you remain attentive to these experiences in your practice. Expect to develop bṛhmana qualities of stable attention, a lightness of body, and a sense of calm energy through this practice.
This class is for you if you have at least 6 months experience with viniyoga practice (home practice or group classes), you are active, and it is safe to move your spine and joints in many directions (or you know how to modify). We practice standing, lying and seated postures.
Class meets Mondays 60min 8:45 PT/ 10:45 CT/ 11:45am EST
Yoga for Vitality and Strength SEMINAR
In this monthly discussion class, you’ll learn to put together awe-inspiring Yoga classes rooted in the deep wisdom of Indian anatomies. Feel how prāṇa moves in you, and then discuss how to apply that in the practices you teach. Discover the ancient Indian teachings and ideas that inform how you breathe, move and where to put your attention. Access the deeper teachings of yoga in your personal or teaching practice.
This class is for you if you are enrolled in the YVS practice class, and are a yoga teacher or dedicated student of yoga interested in understanding the ins-and-outs of yoga postures, sequencing principles and the development of the skills of yoga over time.
Class meets the last Monday of every month - 75min 10:00 PST/ 12:00 CT/ 1:00 EST
Gentle Yoga PRACTICE
Each week, you’ll spend time developing breath technique and spinal flexibility and strength. Learn how to incorporate these skills with standing, lying and seated (chair or floor) postures. A meditation or reflection practice follows a theme throughout the month. In Gentle yoga, each technique develops step-by-step, great for beginners and students who appreciate a mindful approach to practice. You’ll be encouraged to rest when you need to, adapt anything that isn’t comfortable, and challenge yourself when appropriate.
This class is for you if you have sensitive areas in the body that may need more care or modifications and you enjoy a slow and steady pace. Expect to do some postures standing, lying on the floor and seated. Sitting can be in a chair or on the floor.
Class meets live Tuesdays - 60min 8:45 PT/ 10:45 CT/ 11:45am EST
Gentle Yoga SEMINAR
Class meets the last Tuesday of every month *75min 10:00 PT/ 12:00 CT/ 1:00pm EST
You've experienced the class! Now join the monthly discussion to share insights with your class community and further explore the ideas, tools and impact of your practice. Topics are guided by students’ questions and interests. Conversations might include designing nourishing and affirming Yoga classes for yourself or others, the effects of practice and the underlying Indian models of subtle anatomy, prāṇa and how it works, or ways that yoga is having effects in your life beyond the mat.
This class is for you if you are enrolled in the Gentle Yoga practice class, and interested in understanding the ins-and-outs of yoga postures, sequencing principles and the development of the skills of yoga over time.
Viniyoga has a range of practices, but all share certain principles
Healthy spine is important for overall health – this central column should be flexible, strong and aligned so that joints are supported and prāṇa can move. We give a lot of attention to our spine in order to regain and maintain our capacity and energy.
Breath is intimately linked to our vital life force, prāṇa. When we cultivate long, smooth breathing, our whole system benefits. Yoga practice influences our energy, our clarity of mind and the steadiness of emotions.
Attention Scattered and distractible vs. focused and intentional has an impact on experiences, relationships, decisions and health. Yoga takes us toward focus.
Stillness is related to stability in body, breath, mind and emotions. In our classes, we slow down and find space for increased presence.
FAQ
How do I register for classes?
Click the sign up button by the class you want to join. You’ll be asked to create an account and then enter your credit card information. Classes are subscription based. You’ll be automatically charged once a month (repeating on date of purchase). You can change your card or cancel your membership anytime by logging into your account.
Can I sign up for Yoga for Vitality and Strength AND Gentle Yoga?
Yes! If you enjoy a range of class experiences in the viniyoga tradition these two classes will give you access to both a vigorous and more gentle practice.
Where do I access the recordings?
Once you register, select account on the header menu to sign into your member page. A panel will open with a list of your digital products. Click view next to your class and the video page will open with two months of recorded classes to enjoy on your own timing.
What if I miss a class?
Every class is uploaded to your member page by the following day. You’ll be able to make up the class using the class recordings on your own schedule.
What if I can’t make it to the live classes?
Many members can’t come to the live classes. On your member page you can access the previous 2 months of classes and follow along with the recordings on your own schedule. Use this form to submit your questions or comments for the discussion classes!
What are my payment options?
The payment page can accept all major credit cards. If you are registering for more than one class, you’ll do each registration separately.
What if I want to cancel my membership?
Your member dashboard lets you cancel the next month’s payment. You’ll have access to live and recorded classes through the end of your current month.
Do I get a refund if the class isn’t for me?
New students may email Amanda within two weeks of signing up to cancel and request a refund. Beyond two weeks, you won’t receive a refund. Please cancel your membership on your member dashboard and you won’t be charged again.
Where do I find my zoom links?
Login to the member page and at the top of your class page, the zoom link is posted.
“Amanda’s teaching has helped me in many ways. I’m more focused and balanced and I am encouraged to take care of myself, for myself. The calm, tranquil feeling throughout my body after a class stays with me all day.”
-Carol Lucas, Austin, TX
