Winter 2012

CARDIO RE™ - As it turns out, the quality and effectiveness of a healthy cardiovascular system is greatly influenced by the physical alignment of our body. RE Cardio aims to get to the heart of this situation via aligned movement. Eventually, the work in the "lab" at ZanZilla will be augmented by applying RE principles to walking.

YOGA/RE™ - A class based upon the kinesiology teachings from the Restorative Exercise Institute™ and is an informative glimpse into the human body as a dynamic structure. All levels of practioners will find this class helpful in applying corect alignment to yoga postures. The exercises are simple and are then applied to yoga poses. Enjoyable and beneficial for everyone, this class is the best choice for anyone with injuries, trouble spots or limitations.

RE™ Head to Toe ~ This class is based on The Restorative Exercise Institute's Aligned And Well DVD's. January is focused on FEET! Each class opens and enlivens many parts of the body, in addition to the current anatomincal theme. The DVD's, created by RE founder Katy Bowman, are avilable for purchase at ZZ.

RESTORATIVE EXERCISE ™ ~ A biomechanical approach to improved alignment beginning with your relationship to gravity. RE improves joint range of motion, blood flow, flexibility, strength and stability. RE identifies habitual patterns of movement and provides tools to help us modify habits thereby reducing excessive joint force (i.e., pain), RE shows us how to reduce the long term consequences of affluent dis-eases (i.e., sitting all day), and slows the process of accelerated aging. Good for all levels and ideal for beginners.

POWER YOGA - Flowing, moving sequences with variations of Sun Salutations. (Power Yoga is not as much fun for beginners or practitioners with injuries.) The goal is to sweat and there is an intention to linger in challenging positions for a challenging duration.

FLOW STYLE - Variations on sun salutations. A moving yoga class with weight-bearing postures.

VINYASA ROCK CLASSICS - Ozzy, Led Zeppelin, & friends will keep you moving. This is a physically challenging class and accomodates all levels of ability. Not for those with injuries or limitations. This class is a combination of technique and fun. Light-hearted, not for those yogis with a "serious yoga frown". Suffering is not allowed in this class.

SOLAR HATHA - Hatha style class emphasizing the details of asana experienced in the context of a physical meditation. Sivananda and Iyengar influenced approach. Pranayama (breathing technique), Asana (postures), and Meditation. This is an "old school" pose-by pose class and there is plent of stillness in each posture. This class is fine for most beginners as well as experienced students who carry an appreciation for yoga's classical meaning and intention.

YOGA FOR RELAXATION- Yin yoga is a quiet, introspective stillness practice which is done mostly seated or reclining. This effortless, non-ambitious practice is a physiological preparation for meditation. Appropriate for all levels. Restorative Yoga places the body in passive poses to bring about yoga's internal benefits. This class is very, very quiet.

HIP OPENERS & MEDITATION - After stretching the muscles and connective tissue of the body soothingly,several methods of concentration (Dyana) are practised including sitting, chanting, trataka and walking meditation.

MINDFULNESS MEDITATION - We call our group Against the Stream 805. We aspire to create and sustain a community of healthy, accountable, and compassionate people from many walks of life. Our practice is inspired and influenced by the wisdom and compassion teachings of all Buddhist traditions. Each week we have a thirty minute guided or silent meditation followed by a short talk on Buddhist philosophy and discussion about our practice. This is an opportunity for meditators of all levels to share their practice with others in a relaxed, open environment. We welcome people from all racial, economic, sexual, social, political, and religious backgrounds and preferences.

ZAZEN MEDITATION - This is an opportunity to expand your practice to include sitting regularly with a group or as an introduction to zazen. The zazen(seated meditation) will be for 30 minutes, starting at 6:10am, every Thursday. Please bring your own zafu, zabuton or cushion as there are no available props. If you are new to zazen please arrive 5 minutes early for an introduction.

INTRO TO TRIBAL BELLYDANCE - Want to learn Tribal Style Bellydance? No experience needed, just come dance! Classes are a four week series starting with Tribal Basics. The beauty of Tribal Style Bellydance is that it works for all ages, sizes and abilities. Classes are designed in a series to build on moves learned in the previous class. We encourage you to come to all of them, but drop ins are welcome and you will learn something and have fun!

Participation in all classes is by teacher & owner Zan Ferris' approval only.