Schedule of Sanctuary's Classes (revised Oct. 23, 2020)
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Cost:
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Online classes - Véronique´s are $12 (see below, How to Pay & Attend Online), Gina´s are $10 via her site
In-studio - classes - $15 (check or cash) Véronique´s classes are 75 minutes. Community (Sat. and Sun.) class fees are minimum donations, one half goes to charity! |
Sanctuary´s moving to ¨hybrid¨ classes -
continuing online, but adding an in-person option!
continuing online, but adding an in-person option!
We will surely miss our recent outdoor Yoga venue, but we are thrilled at the prospect of initiating an in-studio experience for at least the limited number of students (seven) that we can accommodate while complying with Michigan´s distancing and indoor meeting rules for gyms, etc.
Véronique’s classes are going to be taught as a hybrid of online and in-studio classes. This provide two advantages:
If you would love to return to an in-person experience, but aren´t sure about the safety, here are a couple of suggestions that may help:
Véronique’s classes are going to be taught as a hybrid of online and in-studio classes. This provide two advantages:
- All of the previously outdoor-only classes with be joining the existing online classes using Zoom.
- All of Véronique’s classes will now have a new in-studio attendance option with significant changes for COVID-19 safety that hopefully will continue to provide those who desire it, a valuable in-person practice experience!
If you would love to return to an in-person experience, but aren´t sure about the safety, here are a couple of suggestions that may help:
- Attend an online class and see for yourself if the studio setup looks safe (taking into account the totality of safety measures described here).
- Speak up! Let Véronique know your concerns and give her your input to improve student safety. Her contact info is at the bottom of every page on this site..
Community Yoga back outside for Sunday Nov. 8th!
OK - ready for this? ... weather permitting we're gonna try an Outdoor Sunday Community Yoga - Indian Summer edition! The weather will be upper-60s and Véronique just can´t pass up the opportunity to get out one more time 😁
Since we’ll be outside, there won't be an ONLINE option tomorrow (Nov. 8th)!
Since we’ll be outside, there won't be an ONLINE option tomorrow (Nov. 8th)!
* Outdoor Class Notes:
- The classes are held on the lawn within sight of the studio's dedicated off-street parking lot
- Outdoor classes are weather-dependent, so watch for cancellations on the Sanctuary Yoga Facebook page or text Véronique at (269) 598-2083 if the weather seems suspect.
- Spacing will be six (6) feet minimum between students, masks & teacher adjustments are at student's discretion
- Access to studio facilities for bathroom and changing privacy is available before, during and after class (there is hand sanitizer aplenty, all surfaces will have been sanitized before class)
- Sorry, outdoor classes will NOT be available via Zoom
See the schedule page for which day(s) each class is offered.
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Véronique
Yin Yoga focuses on longer holds of the postures in order to access and release the deeper layers of the body. The holds last between 2 and 5 minutes which allows a steady and peaceful focus on the joints. This class is slow and meditative, having a deeply calming effect.
An on-going gentle yoga class for students desiring plenty of warm up, easing into and out of the poses for those of us who are less "bendy". Perfect for students recovering from injury or enduring chronic biomechanical issues (e.g., knees, lower back, etc.).
Flow classes weave and sequence all kind of postures in either a very slow pace to stay present with each move in and out of the Asanas (poses), or, at a very dynamic pace to keep you moving. Regardless of pace, Vinyasa style links the breath to the movements. Level 1 is slightly more introductory than level 2, but both are intermediate.
This class is for everyone so options are offered in all poses and flows in order to accommodate students at every level. Come and join this once a week class that is very popular and has been taught by Véronique for many years.
There is no registration for this class.
Offered the last Friday of the month (October through April), see the Workshops/Events page for details. Pre-registration is required.
Offered by Véronique on various Fridays of the month (although, never on the last Friday which is reserved for the Monthly Restorative Workshop as described above). To see which of the Friday workshops are planned with a description, see the Workshops/Events and the Schedule page for details. Pre-registration is required. |
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Chiezan
This class will give participants an opportunity to learn and practice the traditional Zen sitting meditation called Shikantaza. Shikantaza encourages an upright posture either sitting on a cushion or in a chair. Practitioners will learn to begin prioritizing their awareness and looking more deeply into this complex body/mind we have been born into.
After meditation there is an optional dharma study/group discussion of some Zen literature for an hour. All are welcome -- teachings are freely given but your donations are greatly appreciated to help support the space and Sanctuary Yoga. |
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Kathe
Equilibrium is a Vinyasa flow class. This class is available to newer students as well as experienced practitioners. Throughout the class, opportunities to modify poses as needed will be offered with the encouragement to feel the flow of prana. Kathe teaches with a sense of humor and great respect for the amazing beauty and complexity of our human bodies and minds. Please come and enjoy!
This Yoga class is for all levels. |
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Blaire
We welcome anyone seeking relief and recovery from the suffering caused by substance-related and behavioral addictions.
We seek to apply Buddhist principles to our recovery and in our lives in order that we may learn to recognize our attachments, practice letting go, and uncover our basic Buddha nature. Join us in practicing meditation, discussing Buddhist teachings, and learning skills and tools for your recovery. Meeting activities:
Beginners and those more experienced in meditation are welcome. If you are new to meditation, instruction is available. You are welcome to contact us!
Offered the first Sunday of the month, see the Workshops/Events page for details.
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Mary Beth
A gentle class, perfect for seniors, beginners or those who have been away from Yoga for too long. This class is designed to build strength and flexibility, improve range of motion and promote a sense of balance, calm and relaxation. Some poses are performed in a chair to enhance balance.
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Krista Angelique
Krista will conduct one of her signature vinyasa flow classes that stress strength and alignment animated by her uniquely positive and interactive teaching style.
This class is an invigorating full-body vinyasa flow. A flow where you’ll explore yoga postures and the fundamental principles of Vinyasa yoga. It is open to the beginner and intermediate level practitioner. This yoga class will work every muscle through movement and breath at a moderate pace.
Come feel your power! What to bring: a bottle of water, a towel and a yoga mat. No heat is added during this class, except for what you build on your own! See you on the mat! |
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Lina Daou
Barre Fusion incorporates dynamic movements of Barre, Yoga, light weights, core and stretching. We will sculpt long lean muscles, build strength, elongate and tone the body through slow, controlled movements. Come join us for a thoughtful, warm, low impact class at the Barre and on your mat ... All levels welcome!
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