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Yoga Sita Potrero Hill Try Something Ancient! Yoga has existed for thousands of years in India, Tibet, China, Japan & much of Asia, as a form of exercise and self discipline, as an adjunct to the Ayurveda health system, and as a spiritual practice. "Sita" (seeta), a Sanskrit word for a furrow in the earth to grow a seed, and the name of Rama's Queen, also names this beautiful Potrero Hill studio, a place for cultivating the seeds of Yoga. Yoga Sita is a specialized studio, offering small classes in Yoga movement & breathing practices, offering personal attention for each student, & taught by one teacher, Susannah Bruder. Yoga Sita celebrates the start of its 8th year on the Hill in May, 2012. What kind of Yoga is this? Its a blend of styles and 25 years of experience. Susannah Bruder, Yoga Teacher & Founder, teaches Yoga as a Science & Discipline which builds health and well being with regular sustained practice. Deciding early on that one Yoga system would not allow her to teach people of all ages and abilities, Susannah diversified her studies, and thus cultivates her "own" well informed style of teaching. Using the scope of 25 years study & practice, and 17 years teaching experience, it is perhaps best described as Susannnah Yoga, but let's not call it that... Hatha, Iyengar, Raja, Astanaga, Bhakti, & Shadow yoga are part of Susannah's practice/studies, as are Zazen, anatomy & physiology; and the history, philosophy,mythology and language of Yoga. Breathing practices and slowly warming up the body are trademarks of Yoga Sita classes, as are learning mudras & bandhas. Each student receives personal attention, adjustments or variations, if needed. Classes vary & may flow along or move slowly; always include a concise and complete series of poses & breathing, and a ten minute relaxation at the end. Classes at Yoga Sita include a Yoga lesson, often delivered with a side of humor. How crowded are the classes and who are the students? Classes vary in size, tempo, and level of exertion, depending on who arrives in class. Over time this method of practice forms a deeply rooted, well balanced practice for an individual ~ think nutrition verses a diet. Typically small groups allow each student personal attention, adjustments, & instruction in the use of yoga tools, in this peaceful setting. Currently there are no "levels" of classes; Beginners side by side with Advanced students; everyone benefits from this structure. Classes are comprised mainly of folks ages 30+ ,with a large number of 55+ students (lovingly dubbed Heirloom Yogis) thriving here, and a few 9 - 18 and 70 - 84 year olds, all inspiring. Children 12 years+ are welcome to attend; younger ones welcome at the new monthly Family Class, see below. Rarely does the studio feel crowded, and you may use a studio mat free of charge, if you don't bring your own. Private lessons are available. News at Yoga Sita ~ Teacher Training, Summer 2012 ~ Monthly Family Class, all ages of child/baby & adults, starts May 2012 ~ Yoga Sita is available for alcohol free and shoe free events and classes. Yoga Teachers looking for a place to start or move your classes, options are open at this lovely studio. Please see schedule page for currently booked days/times before inquiring.
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