class descriptions

Every class will be a combination of Asana (yoga posture), Pranayama (breathing exercise), and Dhyana (meditation).
For the beginning, all classes will be all-levels (beginners are welcome).
All classes are taught by Joyce! except for Maternity Yoga, taught by Megumi. Check the teachers' bios here.

We have different yoga styles at Nyin-Dah Yoga Studio.
Here is a brief description of each style we are happy to share with you. Check on the schedule which style we are offering at the moment:


HATHA YOGA - Hatha means “Sun and Moon” or "Nyin-Dah". In Sanskrit, ha means “Sun” and tha means ” Moon”, two opposites forming a balanced union. Yoga is a place where to find balance and inner Peace. The practice of Yoga balances the left and right, yin and yang, feminine and masculine, Sun and Moon in ourselves by centering the prana (or "life energy" present in all of us).
In this class, the poses are held long in order to work on body alignment and awareness.
This is the style Dr. John teaches in his classes.

VINYASA FLOW - This is a dynamic practice, where breath and movement are combined linking one yoga posture to another. In Sanskrit, vi means ”in a special way,” and nyasa means “to place.” Vinyasa literally means “to place in a special way.” It is a kind of “flow” of movement following the rhythm of the inhalation and exhalation.
In this class, there is no specific sequence, poses rather emerge spontaneously from the flow. New Asanas will be introduced now and then for which the class will be prepared in previous sessions. This dynamic practice will make you move, sweat, and smile...!


TIBETAN HEART YOGA - The Tibetan Heart Yoga system is rooted in a lineage started by Master Naropa, a yogi who lived around 1100 AD. This style is unique as it combines modern and ancient asanas (poses) and strong wisdom derived from the Yoga teachings of the Dalai Lamas of Tibet.
In Tibetan Heart Yoga, the inner and outer methods are combined to create a powerful practice. We work from the inside with our thoughts and from the outside with our asana (poses) and pranayama (breathing). The intention with which we practice the asana is regarded as the most important element of the THY practice. This is a dynamic class.


YIN YOGA - Yin Yoga focuses on stretching the connective tissue that forms our joints. In order to do that, poses are held for long periods (3-5 min) making it a deeper practice. Since strengthening the muscles is not the main target, there is very little movement involved.
Yin Yoga was developed by Paul and Suzee Grilley based on Dr. Hiroshi Motoyama's Meridian Theory.
In this class, we'll hold Asanas for a long time focussing on areas that tend to get tight, such as hips and lower back. Such a quiet practice invites inner exploration of body sensations and provides space to calm the mind.

RESTORATIVE YOGA - In this practice, with the help of props such as bolsters, blankets, straps, sandbags, your body is fully supported and able to completely relax and open in a yoga pose. Having no muscles involved, you will release deep tension and regain energy and balance. These simple supported poses are held for long periods of time.
Restorative sessions are ideal (not only) for when you feel tired.

MATERNITY YOGA - Maternity yoga is an effective and safe set of exercises that leads the practitioner into a healthy body during pregnancy. Yoga poses, breathing and meditation not only prevent minor trouble during pregnancy but also help gain harmony within mind and body as well as physiological balance at the level of the nervous and immune system. Maternity yoga will also have a positive effect after childbirth, making it easier to regain a good shape.
In this class, we’ll work with gentle asanas (yoga poses), breathing and meditation with the aim to prevent any minor troubles and contribute to a comfortable pregnancy and safe childbirth. We offer post-natal yoga as well for new mothers.
It is advised to practice pre-natal Yoga from the 14th week of pregnancy until childbirth and post-natal Yoga from the second month after delivery.
(Partners are welcome to take part in the class, as long as all participants agree.)

KUNDALINI - Kundalini yoga is a technology of human consciousness that aims to awaken your awareness and help your true nature unfold. The practice of Kundalini yoga combines: Hatha, Raja, Bhakti, Laya, Jappa and Shakti Yoga. Kundalini yoga teaches you how to gain a strong immune system, vital glands, and nervous system, good circulation and awareness of the impact of your habits. It develops your relationship to your mental potential and teaches you how to use the clarity of the neutral, intuitive, comprehensive mind.

It is one of the fastest way to establish a healthy relationship between your body, mind and soul. The most important thing in Kundalini yoga is your experience. It goes right to your heart and no words can describe it. What is Kundalini? Simply, it is creative potential of the human being.

IYENGAR INSPIRED - Iyengar yoga is a sort of Hatha yoga, with focus on giving primary attention to the physical body alignment. To attain good alignment props (such as blankets, bolsters, blocks, belts...) are used when the body is not enough opened yet. Asanas (poses) are held for considerably longer time, while physical alignment is being perfected. Holding the asanas builds physical strength and is excellent for increasing flexibility. The balance created in the body is reflected in the mind as well.
In this class, we warm-up with Sun Salutations and gentle poses and progress into the Iyengar style asanas held for longer time focussing on alignment.

Don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions:
nyin.dah.yoga@gmail.com
or 17957404