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Class Descriptions / Estilos

Tips for Staying hydrated:
Start your class with H24 HYDRATE available at the front desk (15 calories, 1 g sugar, 480 mg Electrolytes)
Keep a bottle of water (or other hydrating liquid) with you at all times during the day 
Drink water prior to exercising and throughout the entire duration of your exercise
Start and end your day with a glass of water, as well as drinking a glass before meals


Pre-Farmer's Market Stretch & Flexibility

You asked we deliver. For smarter more focused shopping.....class will enhance your shopping experience. Do your Saturday morning stretch class and then go to Farmer's Market to pick up fruit and some cold treat, maybe meet friends for lunch and listen to some music. Flexibility is based in stability.  Using basic yoga postures, learn how to properly move in and out of stretches that will open up the entire body, with emphasis on the “four corners” of the body – hips and shoulders.  No yoga experience necessary. Open to all levels of shoppers. No membership required, no reservation needed, drop ins welcomed. Class starts Saturday November 3rd, 2012 and continues weekly through May 2013.

Saturday Farmer's Market Co-Op on Calle Pulpito across from Coco's Kitchen. From Yoga Vallarta walk west towards beach on Basilio Badillo and make a LEFT on Olas Altas. Walk about 3 blocks south on Olas Altas and make a RIGHT on Pulpito. Walk towards beach on Pulpito and you will come to Paradise Community Center, the Saturday Market Co-Op is hosted within community center. Hours of operation 9:30AM - 2:00PM.
Old Town Farmer's Market on Calle Pino Suarez, between Basilio Badillo and Venustiano Carranza. From Yoga Vallarta, walk west towards beach, 2 blocks. 
Hours of operation 9:30AM - 2:00PM every Saturday starting November 3rd, 2012.
Bring your RECYCLED shopping bags.

 
 

Stretch Strong with Via Page

Stretch Strong is a class that is designed to help students of all levels and abilities gain flexibility and strength, using a variety of movement methods, including: (1)  Ki-Hara resistance self- stretching, an innovative and effective stretching practice that creates strength,  flexibility, and balance in major muscle groups; (2) Yoga Tune Up® , a therapeutic  yoga and fitness practice for healing injuries, improving performance, and increasing body awareness, and (3) YTU® Therapy Balls, a self-care system of trigger point therapy that releases fascia and reduces stress and pain in the body. Everyone is welcome and everyone will benefit from this class!

Tuesdays 9:15AM-10:45AM & Thursdays 6:15PM-7:45PM

 

Form and Function Yoga

Start your day refreshed and relaxed. Join Brett/Theresa for an alignment-based, body and heart opening practice to prepare for the day ahead. Links traditional Hatha postures into a sequence of movements that flow naturally from one to the next.  This eclectic class will explore variations of sun salutations, standing and seated poses along with body balancing.  Modifications will be provided for postures to enhance flexibility, alignment, and strength and make this class accessible for all.  Connecting the breath with the movement of the body during the “flow” of yoga and deepening into the “stretch” allows energy to flow and provides relaxation for the busy mind. Class resumes in January 2013.

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 7:30AM-8:30AM

Theresa Pauline will teach this class from January 2013-April 2013.

 

YV Signature Power Flow

This is the best and most inspirational class in town! We use all genres of music, we work hard and we have fun. A physical Hatha class that allows your mind, body and spirit to move more freely by focusing on pranayama, asana, alignment and meditation in a flow inspired class. This invigorating practice has a strong foundation in Ashtanga with a focus on core strength and breath awareness building heat in the body to release stress, tension and toxicity. Each instructor offers unique sequencing that includes standing, balancing, seated and inverted postures. Great for all levels from advanced to beginners!

Monday, Wednesday, 9:00AM-10:15AM, Saturday 10:00AM-11:00AM, Sunday 10-11:15AM

 

Core Mat Pilates with Connie Córdova

Pilates is done on a mat using the resistance of one's own body weight in fluid movements. It builds strength from the inside out, while increasing range of motion and rebalancing the body. You will stretch, strengthen, tone and align the body, while eliminating excess tension and strain on the spine and joints. This class is designed to improve posture, core, pelvic and shoulder stability while increasing muscle tone and helps you on your way to a firmer and flatter stomach. All levels welcomed.

Tuesdays, Thursdays 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM

Gentle Movement & Stretching

Suited for all levels from those new to yoga, have temporary or chronic physical limitations or who just want a less vigorous class. Slow down the mind and body through breathwork, gentle stretches, movements and deep relaxation. Designed to increase awareness, strength, flexibility and focus. More experienced students who enjoy a slower paced class also enjoy Gentle Stretching.

Monday, Wednesday & Friday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Yoga Vallarta Signature Yoga with Stability Ball

Take your Yoga practice to a new level by utilizing the wildly popular stability ball!

Exercises will use the ball for added assistance or for extra leverage. Explore the integration of advanced balancing exercises with classical Hatha Yoga poses. From standing to lying, yoga poses will be challenged with an exercise ball to enhance body awareness, proprioceptive skills, and core conditioning. This practice enhances muscle tone & flexibility.
All levels welcome.

Fridays 9:00AM-10:15AM

 

 

Hatha Yoga Foundation with Raymond Clark

 
This class will focus on the basic yoga postures with beginner modifications. The flows are designed so that students learn correct alignment of each posture as well as breathing techniques. Regardless of age, gender or health condition, each student can practise at their own pace.
 
Fridays 12:30PM-1:30PM
 
 

Classic Hatha Yoga with Raymond Clark

This class goes a little bit further... the modifications for the poses are brought up a notch, classes range from being faster paced at times, to slower (longer holds in postures) at other times. Building strength and flexibility, we incorporate yogic breathing techniques to build stamina, enhance performance, soothe the nervous system and calm the cognitive process.  Classic Hatha is designed for beginner to moderate level students with experience. 
 
Thursday’s 9:15 am – 10:30 am
 
 

Restorative Yoga with Raymond Clark

This simple, gentle yoga practice is for a wide range of people with varying health and abilities. Bolsters, pillows and blankets provided.  Restorative Yoga is a powerful, simple healing practice that regulates the nervous system by slowing down, naturally releasing the layers of tension we hold—physically, emotionally and mentally. 
 
Tuesday’s 6:15 pm – 7:30 pm

 

Zumba V.I.P with Efren Muñoz

Una combinación de pasos de baile con movimientos de tonificación muscular o bodysculpting. Una forma divertida de hacer ejercicio , tonificar los músculos, bajar de peso , combatir el estrés y quemar de 600 a 800 calorías por clase ya que es un sistema de ejercicios muy dinámico, excitante y lleno de sabores musicales del mundo; ¡ ABAILAR ! Let´s Zumba. ¡Zumba es fabuloso para la mente, el cuerpo y el alma!

Usar zapatos con suela suave (tenis), traer ropa comoda y una toalla.

Martes y Jueves 8:00 a 8:45 AM
 

Zumba is a fusion of Latin and International music - dance themes that create a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic/fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. Zumba utilizes the principles of fitness interval training and resistance training to maximize caloric output, fat burning and total body toning. It is a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps. Wear soft sole shoes. Drop in anytime!

Tuesday & Thursday 8:00 - 8:45 AM
Class starts November 13th, 2012
 

Yoga Tune Up Therapy Balls

Yoga Tune Up® is a head-to-toe health and fitness system combining Yoga, Calisthenics, Corrective Exercise and Body Therapy in a way that heals damaged muscle tissue, increases overall strength, and bolsters the immune system. Its restorative techniques create balance and flexibility in the body, while relieving painful injuries, improving coordination, and reducing stress. Yoga Tune Up® brings a practical yoga philosophy into the nuts and bolts of healthy movement, challenging the body from every conceivable angle until breakthroughs occur – literally changing the nature of the tissues in the area being addressed.
We have therapy balls for your use during class, and if you fall in love with them you can purchase in our yoga store.

Mondays 12:30PM - 1:30PM

 

Yoga Vallarta Group classes

Drop-In: $100 mx

10-class card: $800 mx (60 days)

Monthly Unlimited Yoga & Pilates only: $1080 mx (30 days)

Mat rental fee: $20 mx per use
 

 

Pilates Reformer - Private sessions

Pilates can be beneficial for virtually all ages, fitness levels and body conditions. The method is like 

a bridge between physical fitness and physical therapy, and can be adapted, modified and customized 
for individual needs. Some advanced moves and sequences seem to demand youthful energy yet others 
are manageable for even the frailest physique. It's more about fitness condition than age. One's 
chronological number doesn't necessarily limit one's movement capabilities - sometimes a 75 year old 
can perform contortions on the Cadillac while a 20 year old struggles with a simple roll up. 
Not a group class, you work one on one with Pilates instructor. A personal training session is 
the most effective way to learn, practice and perfect your Pilates performance. The instructor 
devotes undivided attention to your specific needs and develops a custom program for optimum 
results. Ideally 2x's a week is fine, but you can schedule 3x's a week if you prefer more sessions a week.

*For rates go to schedule's page and scroll down