Class Descriptions
Bloom's classes are taught in the Hatha yoga tradition with a strong emphasis on healthy 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.

Class levels are intended to be an indicator of pacing and the amount of detailed instruction provided. 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
Build a solid foundation in the basic poses. Level 1 classes are appropriate for those who are newer to yoga as well as continuing students who are looking to refine their experience of the core poses. Classes emphasize standing poses, basic sun salutations, gentle backbends and twists, and preparation for inversions. Classes emphasize developing strength, flexibility, and ease in the body in order to quiet the mind.

Yoga 101 Workshop or prior yoga experience recommended.

Level 1-2

Flow through your practice as you deepen your understanding of the poses. Level 1-2 classes continue to develop the foundational poses while accommodating a broader range of experience levels. Sequencing moves at a slightly faster pace, although pose modifications are always offered. Explore sun salutation variations, more vigorous backbends, twists, balance poses, and inversions. Prior yoga experience and familiarity with basic poses recommended.

Level 2
Deepen your practice and challenge yourself physically and mentally. For more advanced practitioners, Level 2 classes work from a base of vigorous sun salutations to explore more challenging variations of poses, including arm balances, deeper twist variations, standing balance poses, inversions, and backbends. Breathwork and meditation may also be explored. Proficiency with foundational yoga poses, and familiarity with backbends and inversions recommended.

Gentle
Slow down and reap the rewards of a gentle approach to yoga. This class moves at a slower pace to allow for an increased emphasis on breathing and quieting of body and mind. Practiced primarily in seated, reclining, and supine positions, gentle yoga is appropriate for students of all levels, including those who are brand new to yoga, students who are recovering from injuries, as well as continuing yoga students seeking a more introspective practice.

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 for expectant mothers 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 caring for 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 moms and non-crawling babies. Though class is not overly strenuous, we recommend getting your midwife or doctor's approval prior to practicing yoga postpartum.

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. Class fee includes attendance for 1 adult and up to 2 children. Additional children may attend for $8 per child.

Storytime Yoga for Parents and Kids (Ages 2-4)

Engage your child’s creativity with a story-themed yoga class you can enjoy together! This unique class is designed for children (ages 2-4) and their parents. Yoga poses and stories are woven together to create a unique and interactive practice for this busy age. Your child will experience the benefits of yoga as they learn postures which ask them to jump like a frog, swim like a fish, and fly like an eagle. Each class incorporates stories, images from nature, music, deep breathing, and relaxation to introduce young students (and their parents) to the joy of yoga. Class fee includes attendance for 1 adult and 1 child. Additional children may participate for $8 per child.

New to Yoga?
Bloom's Yoga 101 Workshop 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.