 Dahlia Wist Hurricane Ridge, Washington, July 2005 |
Biography
Yoga has been a life enhancing experience for me. Although I was exposed to yoga as a child, my personal practice began in 1995. Since then, I have developed increased endurance, energy and a greater sense of well being. I chose to teach yoga because I want to share its many benefits, and guide others to have healthy lives through this practice.
I have been teaching traditional hatha yoga since 1998. My style is a combination of Vinyasa (linking poses together rhythmically in a series of flows) and Iyengar (alignment and props) traditions. I am certified through Erich Schiffmann and Yoga Educational Seminars with Joyce Anue, which is recognized by the Yoga Alliance. I was influenced during the first several years of my practice by my first instructor, Julianne Rice. Since then, I have taken many classes, workshops and seminars to develop my understanding. Some of these teachers include, Jane Austin, Jason Crandell, Judith Lasater, Kali Ray, Lisa Walford, Seane Corn, Sharon Gannon, Shiva Rae and Tias Little.
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Hatha Yoga is a five-thousand-year-old practice designed to restore the body from illness and maintain health. It is just one of the many branches of yoga, and the most commonly practiced in the United States. Hatha means sun and moon, or effort. Yoga means yoke, union or integration. It incorporates philosophy with physical discipline. By “yoking” your attention through applied effort with pranayama (breath control), meditation and exercise (postures or asanas), you will develop a balanced and healthy body. This balanced perspective yields a connection to your inner wisdom, guiding you to do what is right for your bodies. Hatha Yoga is a noncompetitive form of exercise. Therefore, the intention is to learn to follow your own guidance system, by listening to internal cues on how deep to stretch or which muscle group to focus on while in the postures (asanas). If there are any asanas that are uncomfortable or awkward, simply ask me for assistance. There are adaptations and modifications for all poses, so everyone can receive the benefits. To progress in yoga, yogis and yoginis (male and female practitioners respectively) will develop keen awareness and connection between their bodies, mind and breath. |
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Halanda Studio for Dance and Fitness
San Jose, California (Downtown Willow Glen District)
Mixed Levels Hatha Yoga (Levels 1-3)
On-going Tuesday Evenings 5:00pm to 6:15pm
Fees: $15.00 Drop In or $13.00 per class for 2 through 9 classes if paid in advance. $11.00 per class for 10 or more classes if paid in advance.
For all new students, the first class is free. Current students will get a free class if they refer a new student that signs up for a series.
Register: Payments taken in class. Cash or check only, please.
For more information about Halanda Studio, visit their website at halanda.com
Class Preparation:
Yoga mats are not provided, so please bring your own mat. Please arrive five to ten minutes early to allow enough time to park, sign in and get settled. Wear comfortable clothing that allows free movement, and do not eat one hour prior to class. You are welcome to bring your own personal props to make your experience more comfortable such as a towel, eye pillow, cushion, block, strap, etc…
Class Description:
This Mixed Levels Hatha Yoga class is for beginning and experienced students. I blend a combination of vinyasa (linking one posture with another by moving with the breath), and Iyengar (emphasizing alignment with props) techniques.
Each class begins with some basic pranayama (breathing exercises) to condition or prepare the mind and body for focused activity. Throughout the class, fundamental concepts about postures and technique are reinforced. Each class has a goal pose like trikonasana (triangle pose), or theme such as backbends that stimulates a challenge for everyone. Stretching, strengthening and body awareness is emphasized. All classes finish with a guided visualization and savasana (the corpse or deep relaxation).
Directions to Halanda Studio:
From 280 South, exit Meridian Avenue and turn right (south) onto Meridian. Left onto Willow. Left onto Lincoln. From 280 North, exit Southwest Expressway/Race Street and veer left after the exit to merge onto Southwest Expressway. At the next light, turn left onto Fruitdale and then right (heading south) at the next intersection onto Meridian. Left onto Willow. Left onto Lincoln.
Halanda Studio is at 1062 Lincoln Avenue, Downtown Willow Glen, San Jose, about one block north of Willow, on the right (east) side of street. The Studio is in a purple building across the street from Rotten Robbie's Gas Station, and situated between Treasure Island Pet Store and di Moda Salon. Free parking in the lot behind the studio or on the street in front. Driveway to the lot behind is between the purple building and the Goosetown Cocktail Lounge (just south). You may enter the studio either through the back door from the parking lot or from the front door on Lincoln Avenue
Public Transportation:
VTA Bus 64 runs along Lincoln
VTA Bus 25 runs along Willow, about 1 block from the studio
Light Rail or CalTrain: nearest station is Tamien
If you have any questions about yoga, or would like to receive information about schedule changes and new events, please send me an email below with your contact information and inquiry.
E-mail me: Dahlia Wist
408-623-0272
Last Update: 04/12/2011