Welcome to Elk Rapids Yoga Flow!

Embodied Yoga Flow is about being present in your body and having a healthy awareness of physical changes as you move through your practice.  This class allows you to practice embodiment through long held poses with intentional and guided breathing.  As you build a connection to mind and body, you will learn to trust it, listen to it and embrace it.

Slow Flow is a slow, gentle practice, perfect for all levels. We will mix up styles and move from floor to standing positions, utilizing props, blocks, bolsters, and blankets to assist us in and out of postures. Exploring mindful movement and breath will improve overall strength and flexibility while calming the mind, and bring awareness to the present. Rest your mind and restore balance, while feeling energized and refreshed.

Vinyasa Flow is recommended for students with some yoga experience. We link yoga asanas/postures together so that you move from one to another, seamlessly, using the breath. This class helps build strength, flexibility, and concentration while calming the mind.

PM Gentle Stretch & Flow is an evening yoga class is geared specifically for those new to yoga or those who are interested in a gentle evening practice. This class incorporates simple flowing sequences to warm up the body, as well as slower paced movements focusing on alignment, strength, balance, and flexibility.  Modifications will always be offered for more advanced practitioners.

Kundalini Yoga and Kundalini Special Series is a creative and dynamic form of yoga that uses various breathing techniques while incorporating movement, mantras, and meditation.  We move through sequences called “Kriyas” where intentions are used throughout each sequence.  Singing or Mantras may be included during the sequence to increase energy in the body and balance the nervous system.  Classes and specific Kriyas may be  repeated for several weeks prior to moving to another Kriya or sequence.   Modifications will be offered throughout the various poses making this perfect for all levels of experience.

Restorative Yoga stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, which slows the heart rate, regulates blood pressure, and relaxes the body. It is considered particularly beneficial for those suffering from anxiety, insomnia, or headaches, as well as other stress-related conditions. This type of yoga is also believed to boost the immune system and accelerate the body’s natural healing process. This class is designed for all levels of yoga practice.  The classes are relaxing and slow paced, with a whole class using as few as five or six postures which are held for long periods of time. Props are used often to allow the body to be in the most comfortable, supported position possible. This may include bolsters, blankets, blocks, and belts. Gentle music may be played, and the practice may be combined with guided meditation.

Vin Yin Yoga is a class that begins with a flow, Yang (muscular) movement, through various sun salutations, energy flows and balancing postures.  In the second half of the class we will come down to the floor creating Yin energy with passive stretches, which will be held for about 2-5 minutes, targeting the connective tissues and stimulating joint lubrication. You will leave feeling balanced mentally and physically.

Yoga For Strength and Flexibility is a blend of yin and yang asanas will balance relaxation and energy flow. Longer holds will target the connective tissues and ligaments. Muscle work will focus on both lengthening and strengthening. If you experience high intensity at work, home or play this practice will quiet your mind and relax your body. Enjoy overall improved flexibility and strength. Breath will enhance a deep state of relaxation in the body and mind. Appropriate for all levels.

Mobility + Yin is a 60-minute class. The mobility portion of this class includes dynamic movements designed to improve functional range of motion, stability and control.  The sequences will help participants develop strength and resilience in the joints and muscles, enhancing daily movement and performance. Modifications for every ability level will be offered.

Functional Mobility is a combination of strength, balance, coordination, and flexibility. This class is based on Mikes training with Dr. Andreo Spina’s Functional Range Conditioning® program and focuses on the body’s natural movement patterns to improve movement and performance.

Help improve the function of your nervous system which often leads to a reduction in pain, injuries, joint health and longevity. 

Functional Mobility will help you practice and improve range of motion, joint function, and help your body move with less pain and optimal health. 

*NEW* Human Reformer Pilates is a class that features low-impact movements that minimize stress on joints while maximizing muscle engagement.  We will incorporate resistance bands throughout class to provide adjustable levels of challenge. By adding gentle resistance, we can intensify core engagement and safely build strength and stability while targeting the core.