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Yoga for Beginners
Yoga for Beginners -- Welcome to Your Yoga Journey
In many yoga classes, especially those with large groups and mixed experience levels, essential elements of the practice are often overlooked. This can make it challenging for instructors to address key aspects such as proper breathing (which differs from regular breathing), body alignment, Drishti (focused gaze), and bandhas (the engagement or "locking" of specific energy centers in the body). Without these foundational components, a yoga practice remains incomplete.
Yoga for beginners— In this course, students will explore the fundamentals of yoga. While it is primarily designed for those new to yoga, it can also benefit anyone seeking a refresher on the basics.
Understanding the fundamentals is essential for building a strong foundation in your yoga practice. This course includes a brief introduction to the history of yoga and places a strong emphasis on yoga breathing. Students will learn how coordinating breath with movement (asana) is key to developing a safe, effective, and enriching yoga practice.
You will learn the basic Three-Part Breath (Dirga Pranayama), Ujjayi breathing and how to synchronize this specific breathing technique with yoga movements—both when transitioning in and out of poses and while holding them. This coordination of breath and movement is known as Vinyāsa. Vinyāsa links one pose to the next in a flowing sequence, and without proper breath control, it becomes nearly impossible to practice Vinyāsa—or any yoga asana—effectively.
Although recommended textbooks are available for this course (you can purchase these at our studio or online), you will also receive handouts containing comprehensive information to support your learning.
Recommended textbooks for this course are (most of the text is available online):
“The Sivananda Companion to Yoga: A Complete Guide to the Physical Postures, Breathing Exercises, Diet, Relaxation, and Meditation Techniques of Yoga”
The Heart of Yoga: Developing a Personal Practice Revised Edition by T. K. V. Desikachar
Ashtanga Yoga: The Practice Manual by David Swenson
What You Will Learn:
¨ A brief history of yoga
¨ Fundamental yoga poses and their benefits
¨ The importance of mindfulness in your yoga practice
¨ How to develop and personalize your own yoga routine
We will also explore the principles and significance of:
¨ Three-Part Breath (Dirga Pranayama) - calms nervous system and increases awareness
¨ Ujjayi breathing – a foundational yogic breath technique
¨ Kapalabhati – a cleansing and energizing breath practice
¨ Anuloma Pranayama – also known as alternate nostril breathing, for balancing energy
¨ Vinyāsa – a flowing sequence of movements that synchronizes breath (especially Ujjayi) with each transition and posture, and more!
More Information:
¨ The course will go on for five (5) weeks.
¨ The cost is $390.00.00 per person.
¨ Early bird (2 weeks prior to start date) $350.00
¨ The start date is September 7 - October 8th, 2026.
¨ The class begins at 6:00 and lasts until 7:30 pm.
¨ We will meet twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays.
Early Bird Special: Make sure you sign up 14 days prior to the start date of the workshop to receive $40 off from original price!
For more information or assistance, feel free to call or text us at (505) 235-8032—we're happy to help!
Course size: 15-20
Pricing: $390 and $350 early bird
Monday and Thursdays from 6:00 pm-7:30 pm
"Yoga is a light, which once lit will never dim. The better your practice, the brighter your flame."
~ B.K.S. Iyengar
Remember to breathe, be patient with yourself, and enjoy the journey — Namaste.
Course Information
Duration: 5 weeks
Schedule: Mondays and Thursdays
Time: 6:00 PM–7:30 PM
Dates: September 7, 2026 – October 8, 2026
Tuition: $390 per person
Early Bird Tuition: $350 (available up to 14 days prior to the course start date)
Course Size: 15–20 students
Yoga for Beginners -- Welcome to Your Yoga Journey
In many yoga classes, especially those with large groups and mixed experience levels, essential elements of the practice are often overlooked. This can make it challenging for instructors to address key aspects such as proper breathing (which differs from regular breathing), body alignment, Drishti (focused gaze), and bandhas (the engagement or "locking" of specific energy centers in the body). Without these foundational components, a yoga practice remains incomplete.
Yoga for beginners— In this course, students will explore the fundamentals of yoga. While it is primarily designed for those new to yoga, it can also benefit anyone seeking a refresher on the basics.
Understanding the fundamentals is essential for building a strong foundation in your yoga practice. This course includes a brief introduction to the history of yoga and places a strong emphasis on yoga breathing. Students will learn how coordinating breath with movement (asana) is key to developing a safe, effective, and enriching yoga practice.
You will learn the basic Three-Part Breath (Dirga Pranayama), Ujjayi breathing and how to synchronize this specific breathing technique with yoga movements—both when transitioning in and out of poses and while holding them. This coordination of breath and movement is known as Vinyāsa. Vinyāsa links one pose to the next in a flowing sequence, and without proper breath control, it becomes nearly impossible to practice Vinyāsa—or any yoga asana—effectively.
Although recommended textbooks are available for this course (you can purchase these at our studio or online), you will also receive handouts containing comprehensive information to support your learning.
Recommended textbooks for this course are (most of the text is available online):
“The Sivananda Companion to Yoga: A Complete Guide to the Physical Postures, Breathing Exercises, Diet, Relaxation, and Meditation Techniques of Yoga”
The Heart of Yoga: Developing a Personal Practice Revised Edition by T. K. V. Desikachar
Ashtanga Yoga: The Practice Manual by David Swenson
What You Will Learn:
¨ A brief history of yoga
¨ Fundamental yoga poses and their benefits
¨ The importance of mindfulness in your yoga practice
¨ How to develop and personalize your own yoga routine
We will also explore the principles and significance of:
¨ Three-Part Breath (Dirga Pranayama) - calms nervous system and increases awareness
¨ Ujjayi breathing – a foundational yogic breath technique
¨ Kapalabhati – a cleansing and energizing breath practice
¨ Anuloma Pranayama – also known as alternate nostril breathing, for balancing energy
¨ Vinyāsa – a flowing sequence of movements that synchronizes breath (especially Ujjayi) with each transition and posture, and more!
More Information:
¨ The course will go on for five (5) weeks.
¨ The cost is $390.00.00 per person.
¨ Early bird (2 weeks prior to start date) $350.00
¨ The start date is September 7 - October 8th, 2026.
¨ The class begins at 6:00 and lasts until 7:30 pm.
¨ We will meet twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays.
Early Bird Special: Make sure you sign up 14 days prior to the start date of the workshop to receive $40 off from original price!
For more information or assistance, feel free to call or text us at (505) 235-8032—we're happy to help!
Course size: 15-20
Pricing: $390 and $350 early bird
Monday and Thursdays from 6:00 pm-7:30 pm
"Yoga is a light, which once lit will never dim. The better your practice, the brighter your flame."
~ B.K.S. Iyengar
Remember to breathe, be patient with yourself, and enjoy the journey — Namaste.
Course Information
Duration: 5 weeks
Schedule: Mondays and Thursdays
Time: 6:00 PM–7:30 PM
Dates: September 7, 2026 – October 8, 2026
Tuition: $390 per person
Early Bird Tuition: $350 (available up to 14 days prior to the course start date)
Course Size: 15–20 students