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Yoga ProgramsSeries 1Yoga For Absolute Beginners
by David Procyshyn
Duration: 6 Weeks Commitment Per Week: 2 Classes and 1 Tutorial
Level:
Beginner
Goal: To learn the yoga basics from the perspective
of an absolute beginner. The focus will be on
classes that move through gentle poses while
being careful and emphasizing alignment. Each
class builds on the one before it, finishing with
class 12, which will challenge the student the
most.
Focus: Don’t push yourself. Make sure that even when
you feel uncomfortable that you can relax and
breathe deeply. Muscles stretch best when you
are aware of them as they are stretching, and
they stretch even better when you consciously
relax them.
Apply the principles of core activation as much
as you can, so you are always protecting your
spine. Have patience with yourself and listen to
your body. If you are quite sore the next day,
take a break until you feel ready for the next
class.
Benefits: This series of classes is great for those who are
new to yoga or have not done a lot of stretch-
ing in the past. It is designed to get your mus-
cles used to being stretched, while minimizing
soreness. After 6 weeks, not only will you feel
more flexible, but you will be able to take on
more challenging classes.
When To Do Each Class: This program is meant to fit your schedule, so
set up your yoga classes when they work for
you. Keep in mind that it is best to plan a class
when you have enough time both before and
after the session to settle into and transition out
of the class. Also, it’s a good idea to leave a
day between classes so your body can rest.
What Are Tutorials?: Tutorials are optional and are for those who are
looking to go into more depth with yoga anato-
my. They can be done at any point during that
particular week and are designed to teach you
important principles of alignment.
What Are Shorter Classes?: We provide additional, shorter class options if
you are looking to do more. Each one is cho-
sen to complement that particular stage of
your program by helping improve your body’s
strength and flexibility.
What Are Alternatives?: Along with your weekly list of classes are alter-
natives - classes you can do if you would pre-
fer, for whatever reason, to do a different class.
Some classes require
props; the props are
listed on the website
below each video.
Before you start the
program, choose your
classes and set up a
schedule. Plan when you
intend to do each class.
TIP
NOTE
Week OneClass One: A Stretch Class for Beginners I with David (23 min)
Alternative: Yoga for Runners: A Stretch Class for the IT Band with David (26 min)
Class Two: A Stretch Class for Beginners II with David (20 min)
Alternative: Yoga for Runners: A Stretch Class for the IT Band with David (26 min)
Tutorial: Core Activation Part I: The Pelvic Floor with David (3 min)
Short Classes:
1) Yoga Therapy for the Shoulders and Upper Back with Erica (11 min)
2) Yoga Therapy for the Hands, Wrists and Forearms with Erica (11 min)
Week TwoClass Three: Pilates Fundamentals: The Five Principles with Kim (25 min)
Alternative: Pilates: Beginner Level 1 Class with Kim (28 min)
Class Four: Beginners’ Yoga for Shoulder Strength with Melissa (22 min)
Alternative: A 30-Minute Class For The Shoulders with David (33 min)
Tutorial: Core Activation Part II: The Transversus Abdominis with David (3 min)
Short Classes:
1) Yoga Therapy for the Neck and Feet with Erica (15 min)
2) Gentle Yoga for the Neck with David (9 min)
Week ThreeClass Five: Pilates: Beginner Level 1 Class with Kim (28 min)
Alternative: A 30-Minute Class For The Shoulders with David (33 min)
Class Six: Beginners’ Yoga for Leg Strength with Melissa (21 min)
Alternative: Yoga for the Hips, Hamstrings and Back with David (26 min)
Tutorial: Core Activation Part III: The Multifidus with David (2 min)
Short Classes:
1) Restorative Yoga: Letting Go Through Stillness and Stretch with David (36 min)
2) Yoga Therapy for the Hips with Erica (10 min)
Week FourClass Seven: Restoring Equilibrium with David (64 min)
Alternative: Breath, Balance and Twists with Anastasia (57 min)
Class Eight: Bend and Stretch with Melissa (34 min)
Alternative: Challenge Your Body: A Beginner’s Level II Class with David (49 min)
Tutorial: Core Activation Part IV: Putting it all Together with David (4 min)
Short Classes:
1) Twist and Stretch with Melissa (32 min)
2) Restorative Yoga: Letting Go Through Stillness and Stretch with David (36 min)
Week FiveClass Nine: Restoring Balance with David (81 min)
Alternative: Breath, Balance and Twists with Anastasia (57 min)
Class Ten: The Ultimate Shoulder Sequence with David (63 min)
Alternative: Challenge Your Body: A Beginner’s Level II Class with David (49 min)
Tutorial: Core Activation Part V: The Fragile Egg with David (2 min)
Short Classes:
1) Yoga for the Hips, Hamstrings and Back with David (26 min)
2) Beginners’ Yoga for Leg Strength with Melissa (21 min)
Week SixClass Eleven: Breath, Balance and Twists with Anastasia (57 min)
Alternative: Restoring Equilibrium with David (64 min)
Class Twelve: A Deep Release for the Hips, Hamstrings and Lower Back with David (47 min)
Alternative: Challenge Your Body: A Beginner’s Level II Class with David (49 min)
Tutorial: Core Activation Part VI: Incorporating Movement with David (3 min)
Short Classes:1) Bend and Stretch with Melissa (34 min)2) Yoga Therapy for the Shoulders and Upper Back with Erica (11 min)
All Done? Congratulations!Please email your comments and questions to [email protected]