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      • Discovering the Depth of Fundamentals, 2/6 & 2/7/2016
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      • November 7, 2015 : Fractals in Yoga
      • September 26, 2015: Yellow, Brown, Black and Beautiful
      • Saturday, July 18, 2015, 1-3pm, Intro to the Psoas: The Bipedal Dilemma
      • SUNDAY, June 28, 2015: Take a Load Off: Unburdening and Opening 5th, 6th, 7th Chakras
      • May 23, 2015: Overcome Fear, Open Your Heart: 3rd & 4th Chakra Clearing
      • April 25, 2015: Burn Up Old Karma: 1st and 2nd Chakras
      • Special Needs Open House, Sunday, May 24, 2015, 2-5pm
      • March 2015: Ropes, Ropes, and More Ropes
      • February 2015: Home Practice 201/301
      • January 2015: Home Practice 101
      • January 2014: Home Practice 101
      • February 2014: Immune Boosting Yoga and SOUP
      • March 2014: Topsy Turvy: Inverting Joyfully and Fearlessly
      • April 26, 2014: Burn Up Old Karma: 1st and 2nd Chakras, with Peggy Hong
      • May 24: Overcome Fear.Open Your Heart! 3rd & 4th Chakra Clearing
      • June 28: Take a Load Off: Unburdening and Opening 5th, 6th, 7th Chakras
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Class Descriptions

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Students of Iyengar Yoga begin with elementary postures, with an emphasis on standing asanas (postures).  Other postures are then added, including forward bends, backbends,  twists, inversions and restorative poses.  Each class ends with deep relaxation in 
Savasana, where students learn to rest in a profound way, completely releasing the body while drawing the mind towards the peace within.

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Yogic philosophical precepts of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, which detail moral and ethical growth and responsibility are the underlying foundation of the program.  Our Certified Iyengar Yoga teachers provide students of all ages and abilities an experience of yoga which is physically energizing, and mentally rewarding.  Our highly trained teachers use their deep-seated  knowledge of asana to instruct, observe, and individualize corrections for each student. Deep study and practice leads the student to an overall transformation of body, mind and spirit.



Introductory


​Beginner/Level 1


Continuing Beginner/
Level 1-2


Intermediate/ Level 2,
 2-3

Advanced/ Level 3




Gentle


Special Concerns


Restorative

Women's



Multilevel
Special 5-week series for those new to yoga and the Iyengar method. Builds the foundation for continuing levels.

For students who've completed an Iyengar Intro course, continued exploration of the fundamental asanas.

Continuing students who have completed two or more Beginner Level 1 sessions.  This level is also suitable for those with previous yoga experience who are new to the methods of Iyengar Yoga.  Headstand and other inversions are introduced.

Continuing students who are firmly established in their practice and are able to hold inversions for 5 mins or more.

Experienced yoga students with at least 2 years Iyengar experience.  Expect refinements, more complex poses, plenty of inversions (5+ min holds in Sirsasana and Sarvangasana), backbends, Padmasana variations, arm balances, and philosophy study.  Openness, willingness, and ability to observe and learn are the most important criteria.

Slower paced class with more modifications and props to accommodate  students with minor physical limitations.

Guided, individualized sequences for common ailments and special conditions such as back, neck, or knee pain; pregnancy, menstrual issues and more, . Learn more here.

Supported, recuperative yoga poses to calm your nerves and quiet your mind.

Safe women-only space to address specific needs, such as pregnancy, postnatal, menstrual and menopausal conditions; a time to nurture ourselves and support each other. Queer and trans women are welcome, as well as women who for spiritual or religious reasons prefer a women-only space.

All levels and abilities welcomed.
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Iyengar Yoga Detroit - 2321 Caniff Avenue, Hamtramck, MI 48212 - 313.528 9493
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Mailing address: PO Box 12074, Hamtramck, MI 48212
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  • Home
  • Schedule
    • Pay for Class
    • Class Descriptions
    • Yoga Therapy Class
    • Black and Brown Yoga
    • What to Expect
    • Community Gift Classes
  • New Student Special
  • Workshops
    • Home Practice Workshop
    • March 2019 Workshops
    • Past Workshops/Events >
      • October 2018 Workshops
      • August 2018 Workshops
      • June 2018 Workshops
      • April 2018 Workshops
      • February 2018 Workshops
      • August 2017 Workshops
      • June 2017 ASP Workshops
      • April 2017 ASP Workshops
      • March 2017 Workshop: Yoga for Your Period.
      • February 2017 Workshops
      • December 2016 Workshops
      • Free the Water Yoga Fundraiser
      • October 2016 Workshops
      • August 2016 Workshops
      • Women's Healing and Wellness Series
      • June 2016 Workshops
      • Bolster Up, May 15, 2016
      • Part II, Fundamentals
      • Discovering the Depth of Fundamentals, 2/6 & 2/7/2016
      • Home Practice Workshop, 1/16/2016
      • November 7, 2015 : Fractals in Yoga
      • September 26, 2015: Yellow, Brown, Black and Beautiful
      • Saturday, July 18, 2015, 1-3pm, Intro to the Psoas: The Bipedal Dilemma
      • SUNDAY, June 28, 2015: Take a Load Off: Unburdening and Opening 5th, 6th, 7th Chakras
      • May 23, 2015: Overcome Fear, Open Your Heart: 3rd & 4th Chakra Clearing
      • April 25, 2015: Burn Up Old Karma: 1st and 2nd Chakras
      • Special Needs Open House, Sunday, May 24, 2015, 2-5pm
      • March 2015: Ropes, Ropes, and More Ropes
      • February 2015: Home Practice 201/301
      • January 2015: Home Practice 101
      • January 2014: Home Practice 101
      • February 2014: Immune Boosting Yoga and SOUP
      • March 2014: Topsy Turvy: Inverting Joyfully and Fearlessly
      • April 26, 2014: Burn Up Old Karma: 1st and 2nd Chakras, with Peggy Hong
      • May 24: Overcome Fear.Open Your Heart! 3rd & 4th Chakra Clearing
      • June 28: Take a Load Off: Unburdening and Opening 5th, 6th, 7th Chakras
      • Summer Yoga Club
  • Iyengar Yoga Teacher Training
    • Art, Science, and Philosophy
  • Yoga Philosophy
  • Donate to IYDC
  • Fees
  • Location
  • IYD Membership
  • Our Teachers
    • Contact Us
  • Videos and Blog
  • IYD News Archives
    • Media
    • Gallery