Classes
LISTEN TO YOUR BODY
At Sweet Santosha we encourage you to tune in and listen to the wisdom of your own body. Take breaks, rest in child’s pose, and add or skip anything that does not serve your practice.
We encourage the use of props and modifications are always welcome. If you have questions about how to modify please feel free to ask your teacher before or after class.
Remember, this is your practice so move like you!
Vinyasa Flow
Vinyasa (translates to “flowing with breath”) is a dynamic style of yoga which links asanas (physical postures) with inhales and exhales, creating a steady internal rhythm for the physical and energetic practice.
Our Vinyasa Flow classes are designed to cultivate and build heat within the body through creative, intelligent sequences, which include sun salutations, standing and seated postures, back bending, arm balancing, and a strong focus on alignment and the power of breath awareness. In general, vinyasa classes tend to be more vigorous and incorporate a lot of movement.
Our teachers do not follow a set template or sequence; rather each teacher brings to their class their own unique style. Classes have a variety of music and themes. We offer vinyasa flow classes at three different temperatures and encourage students to give each one a try:
Non-Heated: Temperature in the room is approximately 70 degrees.
Low Heat: Temperature in the room is between 75-80 degrees.
Heated: Temperature in the room is set between 90-100 degrees.
Restorative Yoga
The temperature for this class is 70 degrees, creating a warm and inviting environment to rest and restore. This class is a great way to unwind and relax, leaving you feeling rejuvenated and stress free.
Classes are held in a warm room where you will be guided into asanas/postures sometimes using props such as blankets, bolsters, blocks, and straps.
Asanas are held for several minutes allowing deep connective tissues to undergo static stresses to be remodeled. You will be giving your body and mind time to relax for the rest of the day.
Yin Flow
Yin Yoga is a serene and rejuvenating practice designed to bring deep relaxation and healing to both your body and mind. The class is a slow-paced, meditative style of yoga that targets the deep connective tissues rather than the muscles.
You'll hold each pose for several minutes, allowing gravity to gently release tension and cultivate mindfulness. The long-held postures offer a perfect opportunity to slow down, tune in, and focus on your breath as you surrender into each pose. This practice helps improve flexibility, increase circulation, and create a greater sense of stillness and inner peace.
The room is warmed to around 70 degrees.
Vin to Yin
Class begins with a gentle vinyasa flow sequence consisting of standing postures linked together by continuous breath and focused on alignment.
Following the initial active, YANG portion of class, the second half of class will focus on YIN poses. Yin yoga is a slower paced class with long held passive poses doing wonders for joint health, flexibility, circulation, and mental focus.
The room is heated to a cozy 70 degrees for this practice.
Ashtanga Mix-Up
Inspired by the Ashtanga yoga method, this class is comprised of surya namasakar A and B - the Ashatanga standing sequence and poses from the first and second series, but does not follow the exact sequencing of traditional Ashtanga.
This is a challenging practice with longer holds and a focus on breath and alignment. Even though it is a low heat class come ready to sweat and to challenge yourself both physically and mentally.
The room will be heated between 75-80 degrees.
Renewable Yoga
Intended to help explore the full scope of a yoga practice, each class will include alignment, breathing, mindful movement, as well as passive and supportive poses. Perfect for those new to yoga or those working with injury, limited mobility, or who prefer a softer and gentler approach to yoga. Suitable for all levels of practitioners.
flow & restore
Gentle FLOW YOGA class is designed to cultivate calm, balance, and flexibility while honoring your body's natural rhythm. This class is perfect for beginners or anyone seeking a slower-paced, mindful practice that focuses on breath awareness and gentle movement.
You will be guided through mindful transitions, helping you to tune into your body’s sensations, find ease in each posture, and release any tension. Expect to feel grounded, refreshed, and more present in your body by the end of the class.
The hybrid FLOW & RESTORE class starts with a mellow practise and leads into a few long-held restorative poses. This is the perfect way to treat yourself and set you up for the week ahead.
Suitable for all levels.
The temperature in the room is set to about 70 degrees.
Happy Hour Heated Vinyasa
A great way to kick off your weekend and unwind the stress of your work week. This class follows our Low Heat Vinyasa format.
All proceeds of this donation based class go to the non-profit the studio is supporting this quarter.
($10 donation based class)
SCULPT
Our 45 minute sculpt class is a fun and challenging full body workout. It is a blend of cardio, weight lifting, and body strength workouts targeting specific muscle groups.
Class begins with a 5 minute warm up and ends with a 10 minute cool down incorporating yoga to lengthen and stretch your muscles. The bulk of class will include workouts like lunges, crunches, planks, squats, mountain climbers, and much more.
While all exercises can be done without props we highly recommend bringing weights (2-10lbs), a small Pilates ball (9-11”), and circular resistance bands, and of course, your yoga mat!
Please note we do not have any props available in the studio.
Sound immersion
A transformative class designed to relax, rejuvenate, and restore your body and mind with a carefully curated blend of frequencies, live sound healing instruments and ambient music aimed at promoting balance, healing, and inner peace.
Using instruments such as crystal singing bowls, chimes this class creates a peaceful environment that encourages deep relaxation and mindfulness.
Bring your mat - we provide all the props you need.
No previous experience with sound healing is required