Autumn 2011 Schedule   **restorative has moved to sunday evenings! Start your work week out with calm and peace of mind, watch for news of Therapeutic Harp and Meditation joining the schedule Sundays this Fall! **                                                                                   
 SUNDAY           MONDAY              TUESDAY              WEDNESDAY           THURSDAY               FRIDAY                  SATURDAY                       
                                                                                                                                  
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                                                                                                                                                                                                     9:00 - 10:30   
                                                                                                                                                                                                      Mixed Level
                                                                                                                                                                    
__________     11:45 - 1pm____11:45 - 1pm____ 11:45 - 1pm______________________11:45 - 1pm       
                             Gentle                     Focus                     Gentle Core                                                   Focus
                                                                                                                                                                             
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4:30 - 6 pm -----4:35 - 5:50 pm----------------------------4:35 - 5:50 pm-----------------------------------------------------
Restorative------ Level 1      ---------5:15 -6:15--------- Mixed Level---------- 5:15 -6:15--------------------------------                                                                 
                                             Basic Yoga                                               Basic Yoga
Our studio is growing fast in our new location & we are receiving requests for additonal
classes & time slots!!  If you have suggestions for classes you do not see listed, please
contact Janice @ 431.7889 -- As soon as we have enough students interested in a
particular time, class, etc. we will add to & adjust the posted class offerings to suit the
needs of the growing Roots Yoga community!
Root, n. [M E. and late AS. rote]  4. the source or origin of an action, quality, etc. (Breathe)  6. a supporting part, a base (Be Well) 7. an essential part, a core (Be Strong)
v.i. 1-2 To become settled and grow.
Breathe.
Be Well.
Be Strong.
Become Still & Grow...TM
 
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--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------                                                                                  Class Descriptions
                                                            All Classes are 1 hour unless otherwise noted above.
Open Studio ~ HOURS TBA ON STUDIO CORK BOARD - Conceived for the student needing yoga practice space outside of regular class schedule, or just a peaceful, quiet and cozy place to read a book & drink a cup of tea.    Open studio hours are limited to members only, and are to be used in the spirit of honesty, respect and kindness.  As massage therapy may be taking place during open hours, member use of the studio is to be consistant with a theraputic environment.
Friday open studio hours are reserved for members desiring a restorative yoga practice.  Props are available, as are instructions with pictures guiding you into and out of different restorative posturing each week.  Please note: Instructors are not necessarily available to assist you with your practice during open hours.  The yoga room is intended to be used by members comfortable practicing on their own.  Members new to a yoga practice should proceed with caution and at their own risk when practicing independantly.  Childcare is not available during open hours at this time.      PLEASE CHECK THE INTERACTIVE PAGE FOR  ANNOUNCEMENTS ON OPEN STUDIO HOURS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. 
Restorative ~
Breath is used as the gateway to deep relaxation and inner calm.  Supported postures assist in the process of healing the body overwhelmed by stress and encourages a deep state of relaxation.  Sign up is suggested as class size is limited to 8. 
Restorative Yoga with Massage ~ 
This class, developed by Janice Olsson, Licenced Massage Therapist & Yoga Instructor, serves to deepen the restorative value of a pose by incoorporating  Prescriptive Therapeutic Massage  for each posture, yet remains tailored to each individual.  The massage offered is based on Janice's 10 years experience in the massage field, and her 16 year yoga practice.   Janice's unique understanding of blending the two arts had made this class a Rapid City favorite.  Early sign up is recommended as class size is limited to 9.  $5 Members, $15 non-members
Sign up for the Restorative sessions may begin the 1st of each month. 
Focus ~
Long, slow, deep lengthening of the musculature in combination with self acupressure techniques offer the mid-morning student a unique class which cultivates independence in the maintenance of their own optimum blueprint .  The combination of self acupressure and sustained asana (yoga postures) balanced with therapeutic breathing is accessible to, and will benefit students at every level of practice.  Janice Olsson, LMT has again seemed together 10 years experience in her licenced massage therapy practice and 16 years of yoga study to generate this highly individualized and therapeutic course.  
Gentle ~
Move more freely and reduce chronic pain.  Classic poses are modified to improve strength and flexibility; and are combined with a calm, flowing practice for those who want or need to move at a slower pace.  Therapeutic use of breath is emphasized. 
Gentle Core ~
Our gentle class, with a bit more emphasis on core strengthening.  Suitable for the gentle, level 1, or more advanced practitioner wanting a practice that blends strength, poise and calm.  Therapeutic use of breath is emphasized. 
Level 1 ~
Class invites beginners and encourages the continuing student to build strength, stamina & flexibility.  Introductory sequencing & postural modifications of classic hatha yoga poses are emphasized to facilitate a successful practice for each individual.
Core Yoga ~
These extended series of modified yoga sequences systematically strengthen the layers of abdominal and back muscles. Sequences are seamlessly blended into EACH class to varing degree, and maintain the intention of each level.
Mixed-Level Flow ~
Designed to encourage the advancing level 1 student, while supporting the developing practice of newer students.  Offers more intensive work on form and Core strength.
Level 2~
For the advanced beginner, this energetic class experience will refine and advance postures & sequences taught in  the mixed-level flow class. Offers each student the opportunity to advance their practice on an individual basis, and deepen their understanding of Asana, Vinyasa and Pranayama.  Please consult an instructor prior to attending, Prior Level 1 or Mixed-Level experience a prequisite.