Class Descriptions
Yoga classes often begin and end with the sound of "ohm," a mantra and mystical Sanskrit sound of Hindu origin. It is believed to be the basic sound of the universe, the cosmic vibration and contains all other sounds. In honor of Yogic tradition, many yoga teachers begin and close classes with chanting Ohm to create harmony and unity among the students and teacher.
This page provides a quick overview of the yoga classes we offer at GateWay. Although many of our students have practiced yoga for decades, still others are newcomers. Whether you're looking for an alternative to fast-paced vinyasa and hot yoga, or mindful exercise that's safe and easy on your body, we believe you'll appreciate the variety and creativity our teachers offer and the welcoming warmth of our studio. To learn more, give us a call, or better yet, sample our classes!
Gentle Yoga
In our gentle yoga classes, students enjoy a series of postures designed to increase flexibility, strength, balance, range of motion and stability. You will move through a series of traditional postures, from seated to kneeling to standing to lying on your mat. Although carefully choreographed to avoid strain and injury to the joints, gentle yoga does not mean "easy." You will still get a great stretch and leave invigorated. Modifications are offered for each pose and suggestions are made in the use of supportive props. Each student is encouraged to let their body be their guide as they move to their gentle edge. No yoga experience is necessary.
YogaQi™ (Yoga Chi)
YogaQi® (pronounced "yoga chi") uses flowing Qigong exercises and Yoga postures to stretch, energize and relax your entire body. It combines breathing, movement and mental focus to explore, enhance and circulate the body’s Qi, the Chinese word for vital energy. Each class is different, playful and fun, and suitable for people of all fitness levels. New to Qigong? This class will introduce you to easy-to-follow movements from many different qigong practices. Learn more
All Levels Yoga
Chair Yoga
This versatile, safe and effective form of yoga is a fun alternative to yoga on the mat. You will practice while seated in the chair or standing behind it. The class features gentle movements that target all parts of the body and is ideal for people concerned with balance or recovering from an injury or surgery. Learn more.
From One of Our Students
At the tender age of 75 and 3/4, I was coerced by a friend (she’s older) to try yoga. At the time, I was searching for a form of exercise that may have included resting on your back and humming some sort of 'ohm, ohm!, and figured, 'I can do that.' Little did I know that yoga and I would become, 'love at first try.' I quickly learned that yoga is food for body, mind and soul. What an immediate and positive response! Although, I was the 'newbie', I was greeted with open arms. My teacher is experienced and attentive to my particular needs. She encouraged me to try differing poses; but if a pose was uncomfortable, it was okay to do what my body could do. Yoga has increased my flexibility, balance and definitely reduced my stress level and has gifted me a serenity within. Yoga is a gift that keeps on giving. An added bonus: I recently purchased a children’s book, Good Night Yogi, a pose by pose bedtime story by Miriam Jane Hinder. When my 4 year old granddaughter visits, she immediately goes to the closet for my yoga mat, gets the book and we do yoga together. Inclement weather nor early rising will deter this yogi. Thank you to my dear friend and my yogi master! P.S. future thought : watch out heaven and angels above, here I come, get your mats ready, spread your wings: breathe in, breathe out!”
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