Come to a place of peace,
Find new strength,
Build a stronger body,
Feel the flow of spirit,
Be embraced by our
Community of the Heart.

  Hatha Yoga

Hatha yoga primarily concerns itself with postures or asanas.  It attempts to balance the mind and body through asanas, controlled breathing (pranayama) and calming of the mind through relaxation and meditation. Asanas teach poise, balance, and strength, and are practiced to improve the body's physical health, and clear the mind so there is potential for transformation to occur.

"The greatest practitioners are those who understand how to use yoga to enhance their connection with themselves and to open up the heart to love."

 Aadil Palkhivala

  Anusara Yoga

Founded by John Friend in 1997, Anusara is a system of hatha yoga that is based on an open-hearted feeling and biomechanics of "Universal Principles of Alignment". These are expressed in every pose, from the "inside out" so we can fully align our physical bodies and our spirit with the greater power that connects us all. Anusara means flowing with Grace, and saying yes to the whole spectrum of life. It is a willingness to be aware of all parts of ourselves, and to be "in the flow" is to look at whatever arises with freshness and freedom. It is simply to open our hearts with love to the present moment without clinging or pushing. Anusara is accepting the world and ourselves as we are, and then responding with love.

Anusara combines the celebration of the heart, the art of the inner body awareness, and the science of the universal principles of alignment all practiced in a kula, community of the heart.

 

"As fellow kula members we are on an eternal mountain expedition in which we are all tied together helping one another in this grand Awakening. There are kula members above us who have successfully negotiated the challenges of the climb. And there are kula members below us who need our support and guidance to keep rising. Each step up is its own summit and a chance to exalt in the expanded vision of our own divine nature." John Friend, founder of Anusara Yoga

  Pricing

Seasonal cards:

Unlimited Winter Card- Just lowered to a Mid season price, $120

5 Class Seasonal Card, $65

 

All seasonal cards valid from January 2nd-March 28th, 2010

 

Drop-in $15

 

• Class cards are valid for one student only, cannot sign others in with your card.
  
• Cards are non refundable or transferable.
  
• All class cards, 5 class and unlimited, will expire at the end of the season.
  
• No extensions, no exceptions.
  
• Previously purchased non-expiring cards are still valid, and can be used or upgraded to a seasonal unlimited card. Please inquire about this at the desk or by calling us at (860) 676-8800.

We accept cash, checks, and all major credit cards.

  Private Sessions

Would you like personalized attention?  Privates are great to help refine your practice, if you have an injury, if you are new to yoga, or if you have something specific that you would like to work on.  Please call the studio to arrange for your session.

 

$80 for 1 hour

  Boutique

In addition to classes, we have a retail shop that offers all the supplies that you need for the practice of yoga, including clothes, mats, blankets, blocks, straps, books, CDs, and more. Please come visit us a take a class and browse in our shop. 

 

Gift Certificates also available.

 

Shop at the beginning or end of classes, or call (860) 676-8800 to let us know when you would like to come in!

  New To Yoga

WHO CAN DO YOGA?  In a word: everyone!  Men, women, children, the elderly…yoga has something to offer every person, and Kula Yoga has the right class for you.  We offer sessions that are appropriate for children, tween and teenage girls, beginners, and advanced practitioners.  Whether you are seeking an opportunity to relax, to improve your fitness level and increase limited flexibility, or to deepen your practice and learn more difficult poses, we can meet your needs. 

 

WHY DO YOGA?  Because yoga is a practice of body, mind, and soul, practitioners enjoy benefits that are physical, mental, and spiritual.  Physically, a regular yoga practice can improve your flexibility, increase mobility and decrease discomfort in your joints. Yoga will improve your overall health through the massaging and detoxification of your internal organs, creating a better flow of oxygen in your body, and lead you to an excellent level of physical fitness by toning the muscles in your entire body. 

 

These physical benefits will be united with improvements in your mental and spiritual state.  After developing a regular yoga practice, students often feel less stress, increased ability to deal with problems calmly, greater self-knowledge, improved self-esteem, feelings of greater connection and love in their relationships, and a comprehensive state of joy and bliss.

 

WHAT TO WEAR: In order to enjoy your yoga class, it is important that you dress comfortably.  Sweat pants and a t-shirt will do fine.  Choose something that won’t limit your mobility, but not something so loose that the teacher won’t be able to see your body in your poses.  It’s important that she be able to observe you clearly in order to offer effective and important suggestions and adjustments.  Please avoid noticeable perfumes and other fragrances.  They can be disruptive to others’ practices.

 

WHAT TO BRING: If you already have a yoga mat, please feel free to bring it!  We do provide community mats, blankets, blocks, straps, and eye pillows, and you are welcome to share.  Most regular students do eventually choose to purchase a mat in order to practice on a personal and sacred space of their own.  Bringing water is a great idea, but we do have bottles available for purchase if you forget yours.

  Class Etiquette

• Arrive a few minutes before your class begins.  This will give you time to set up and settle in before the centering at the beginning of class. 

• If you arrive late, you are welcome to come in.  Please sit quietly to the side, and come onto the floor after centering is done.

• Turn off your cell phone!  If you have a pressing need, let the teacher know that you’ll be setting it to vibrate and placing it on the edge of your mat.

• Please leave your shoes in a cubby or under the benches in the carpeted area of the studio.  No shoes are permitted on our bamboo floor.

• Ask a question if you have one, but avoid excessive chatting during class in order to maintain the meditative quality of your class and to allow others to do the same.

• If you can help it, don’t skip savasana!  The final relaxation at the end of the class is important for your overall well-being and for that of your fellow students.  It’s not the time to pack up your gear. (But if you do have to leave early, then please pack up quietly and leave before savasana begins so you don’t distract your fellow students.)

  Winter Weather Information

With winter ready to descend upon us, we wanted to let you know our policy and procedure regarding the cancellation or postponement of classes.  Our intent is to offer classes as planned, but to respect Mother Nature and err on the side of caution when weather conditions dictate.  We want everyone to stay out of harm's way!
 
Because we are located in Avon, we look to the Avon school system for guidance.  If schools are closed in Avon, we will cancel all morning classes.  If there is a delayed opening, we will do the best we can to hold class, and perhaps delay the start time. 
 
As you know, conditions can change dramatically over the course of the day. There may be occasions when we cancel classes in the morning but hold them in the evening, and vice versa.  The decision to run each individual class will be made with everyone's safety in mind. 
 
We will post any cancellations and delays on the website on the home page in the yellow box, and it will be on the outgoing message of the studio phone at least an hour prior the start of class. 
 
Before leaving to come to the studio, please either check the website or call  (860) 676-8800 to make sure we are open.

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  In the News

Kula Yoga was featured in the Avon Life newspaper written by Tracey Weiss, and Farmington Valley Post, and the West Hartford News, story written by Glenn Shafer. Terry Walters also invited me to write an article about my journey and Kula Yoga in her Newsletter, In Season. Please click on these highlighted areas to view the articles.
Click here to read about our YogaKids program that was highlighted on CBS!