You do not have to be "in shape," young and flexible to join a yoga class. The yoga poses are a unique form of exercise in that the same pose can benefit all body types. They build strength where strength is needed; they build flexibility where flexibility is needed; they release tension where it is unwanted.

Within a class structure, participants are given individual assistance according to their needs. During some sessions The Yoga Place offers a "special" class for those who need special attention for any reason, whether it be for a medical problem, after long periods of inactivity, limitations due to age, during pregnancy, etc. There are assistants present in the special class to assure extra individual attention. The ageless class is also available for those students who require a less strenuous class.

We do not teach seated meditation or deep breathing to beginners. Yoga is "meditation in action" or the ability to concentrate and focus on just what you are doing at any given moment. We teach all students how to work with awareness and how to pay attention to the functioning of the breath.

Pranayama, or breath control is taught in the higher level classes from time to time. The philosophy of yoga teaches us to be more aware and considerate humans and does not conflict with any religious beliefs. It teaches that the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects of life are all connected and interwoven.