Francesca Abbott Yoga

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My intentions for teaching are not to focus on nailing that perfect pose, especially if you are new to yoga. I want students to observe how they are feeling in the postures, to become in tune with their breathing and create a moving meditation with breath and physical asana in unison. Yoga is for all ages and abilities.
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Vinyasa is literally defined as a 'flowing sequence in coordination with the breath'. My classes are set up with the traditional Ashtanga primary series and added flow, strengthening and stretching to create a physically and mentally well rounded class, and ultimately generating that 'yoga high' that comes with absolute stillness.

Yin is a much slower and restorative style of Yoga where poses are held for 2-4 minutes. Poses apply moderate stress to the connective tissues of the body—the tendons, fascia, and ligaments—with the aim of increasing circulation in the joints and improving flexibility. A more meditative approach to yoga, yin aims at cultivating awareness of inner silence.

Mandala means circle or essence. This creative, progressive breath-based moving meditation explores the four elements and how they reside in the body. Expect creative flows that circle the mat 360° and to deepen your Vinyasa strength.

Rocket Yoga is derived from the traditional Ashtanga system. However the sequence is sped up and modified in such a way to 'get you there faster!' Larry Schultz created a fun and dynamic Vinyasa Flow including challenging arm balances, inversions and backbends. Prepare to sweat and fly.

Barre is a dance based workout to music which draws principles from Ballet, Pilates & Yoga. The Ballet barre is used as a prop to balance while doing ballet inspired body weight exercises to strengthen and condition the legs, glutes, core and upper body like a dancer. This class will make you feel like you've worked the whole body.