Bloom: New Class Descriptions

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Class Descriptions
Bloom's classes are taught in the Hatha yoga tradition with a strong emphasis on proper alignment. Hatha yoga refers to the physical practice of yoga, meaning the practice of poses and observance of breath as a means to health and peace of mind. Each of our teachers brings their own unique blend of experience, focus, and personality to class. We encourage you to check out individual teacher bios to get a better sense of what to expect from class with a particular teacher.

Level 1
Appropriate for those who are newer to yoga as well as students seeking a solid foundation in the basic poses. With a focus on breathing and body alignment, Level 1 classes emphasize developing strength, flexibility, and ease in the body, in order to quiet the mind. Yoga 101 or prior yoga experience recommended.

Level 2
Level 2 classes continue to develop the foundational poses while introducing sun salutations, gentle backbends, and basic inversions. Prior yoga experience recommended.

Level 3
For more advanced practitioners, Level 3 classes include vigorous sun salutations and explore more challenging variations of poses, including inversions and backbends.

Morning Yoga

Start your day off right with a 60-min yoga class! This gentle, flowing class will wake you up and get you moving first thing in the morning, without being overly vigorous. Students of all levels are welcome, though some previous yoga experience is recommended.

Prenatal
Prepare for the birth of your baby and work to alleviate pregnancy-related discomforts by practicing gentle, modified yoga poses and breathing exercises. Prenatal yoga class is a wonderful opportunity for pregnant women to connect and celebrate their changing bodies and growing babies. Poses practiced in class aim to build strength and softness simultaneously in preparation for labor. Appropriate at all stages of pregnancy.

Mom & Baby
Bring baby along as you connect with other new moms and help your body recover from birth and the strains of carrying and nursing a newborn. Moms practice poses that involve and entertain baby. This class is a great opportunity to bond with your baby, do something good for your body, and meet a great group of new moms. Appropriate for babies from 6 weeks through crawling.

Parent & Tot

Too busy chasing your toddler to make time for yoga class? Not anymore! Bring your little one (crawling through age 2) for this playful weekly drop-in class that will give you a chance to sneak in some yoga as your child does their own variation of down dog beside you. It's the perfect way to take care of yourself while caring for your child. Meet other parents of toddlers as you stretch, strengthen, and relax and gain tips for how to bring some yoga into your daily life as a parent. For parents & little ones, crawling through age 2

Gentle
Gentle yoga is wonderful for beginners and students seeking a more relaxed practice. The slower pace allows for increased emphasis on breathing and quieting of body and mind.

New to Yoga?
Yoga 101 is recommended for those who are just beginning their yoga practice. Yoga 101 provides a solid foundation in the essential poses, preparing students for Level 1 classes. For information on upcoming sessions, or to register, please click here.

Private Lessons
Explore ways to individualize your practice through a private lesson with one of Bloom's teachers. Private lessons allow you the time and individual attention to ask questions about a particular pose, work through challenges, and find modifications that are right for you as an individual. With the teacher's close attention on you in every pose, together you may discover something new that will help to refocus and refresh your practice. See the fees page for more information. Two people may also book a semi-private lesson together at a reduced rate.

Tips for a Better Practice

Keep your digestive system happy – avoid eating anything heavy before class

Be an early bird – plan on arriving 10 to 15 minutes prior to class

Curb your phone – don't be the one whose lovely rendition of Fur Elise interrupts a perfectly nice moment of relaxation

School your teacher – before class begins, let your instructor know if you have any injuries or if you’re pregnant.

Dress the part – wear comfortable clothes and remove shoes and socks

It’s all about you – if a pose feels uncomfortable or painful, don’t hesitate to let the teacher know and come out of the pose, even if the rest of the class continues with the sequence