ALCHEMY YOGA AND MEDITATION CENTER At the AYMC we are committed to sharing the radically life affirming practices of traditional tantra and hatha yoga in a way that is accessible and relevant to the modern practitioner. We believe that a spiritual life is balanced through study (adhyayana), practice (sÄdhanÄ) and community (kula). EARTH In our Earth classes, you can expect an emphasis on standing poses to help build strength, stability and range of motion. Spending more time in each posture will allow you the opportunity to explore appropriate alignment and breath, while also challenging your stamina. ​ WATER Water classes explore the human body in a flow of movement, weaving together sequences of postures linked with the breath. There is less time spent in each posture, emphasizing skilled movements in order to help build strength, coordination and focus. Each class will explore a unique set of skills, challenging students to develop different aspects of your physical practice. FIRE Our Fire classes are all about building internal heat through strong and challenging postures and movements. You can expect an emphasis on arm balancing postures and core work in these practices. Not for the sweat-averse, these classes will challenge you mentally and physically. AIR As the name suggests, Air classes strongly emphasize the breath. You can expect gentle postures, often supported with props, with long periods of time in each posture allowing you to move through bodily sensations via the waves of breath. ETHER Our Ether classes explore the subtle realms through meditation, breath, mantra and kriya. These practices will give you the necessary tools to sit in stillness and dive deeply into your Self. At times, you can expect a few gentle stretches to help the body sit more comfortably in meditation. KRAMA This is our unique set sequence at the AYMC, as the name krama is the Sanskrit word for ‘sequence’. This practice is designed to give students a physically and mentally well balanced practice, addressing the needs of the modern practitioner. ​
