Yoga on Lake Rippowam
Individual Sessions
and Classes
Since everyone's body is different, it is best to work on and develop one's own individual practice, including the poses and adaptations that would be most beneficial for each person. With that in mind, I recommend and offer individual sessions, either in my home studio in South Salem, the Trinity studio in Pound Ridge, or at a place of your choosing.
I also offer group classes. Prices for both individual and group sessions vary depending on location. Check the schedule below for details.
The duration of individual sessions varies depending on the student but is usually one hour. Classes are one hour or one hour and 15 minutes long. A typical class starts with a few minutes of sitting, slowing down the breath and focusing on our bodies. We then explore yoga asana (poses and movement) until the last 10-20 minutes, using repetitive movements and slow deep breathing, learning to control the breath and deepen the ability to relax while stretching and strengthening our bodies. At the end of the class, guided deep relaxation (savasana) and controlled breathing (pranayama) will bring us into a space of quiet stillness.
Class Descriptions
Level I classes are for anyone new to yoga in general or Viniyoga in particular.
Level II classes are for people who are comfortable with Viniyoga style. This is NOT an advanced asana class.
Gentle/Chair Yoga is for people with physical limitations, or anyone looking for an especially gentle class. Like the other classes, this one uses repetition and controlled breathing, but we do most of the poses in chairs and may also use other props for support where needed. This class is usually 50-60 minutes long.
Yoga for Stress Reduction is a special series of one-hour classes designed to relieve stress. We use breathing techniques, slow movement, visualization, and sometimes sound to help restore balance, focus and calm to your life. There will be handouts to help you practice applying these techniques at home, in bed, and even in the office.
Open classes are for all levels and abilities. Modifications and alternatives will be offered for different levels where appropriate.
Yoga for Kids is a playful, faster-paced but still breath-focused 45 minute class for kids 7 and up.
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My South Salem lakeside home studio |
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Wednesdays 4:30 - 5:15PM; Thursdays 2:30PM - 3:45PM; Saturdays noon-1:15PM. |
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$15 per 75-minute class; $120 for ten classes (good for three months). Private sessions are available at $70 per hour; there may be an additional fee if the session is held outside of South Salem. Class size is small so please call (or email) in advance for classes as well as for private sessions. |
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Call me (Stephanie) at (914) 763-2548, or email scharding@optonline.net |
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WESTMED Medical Group, 210 Westchester Ave., White Plains, NY, 3rd floor conference room |
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Classes resume January 12, 6:30PM - 7:45PM |
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The January/February session is $115 for the 8 classes; a senior discount is available. Drop-ins are welcome at any time at $17 per class. | |
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Call Laura Antonietti at 914-681-3101 for details and to register. More information and a registration form can be found at www.westmedgroup.com (click on "All level yoga instruction" under Upcoming Events). |
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Dickstein Cancer Center at White Plains Hospital, 2-4 Longview Avenue, White Plains, NY, 3rd floor conference room |
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Tuesdays, The Gentle/Chair class is 6:00PM - 6:50PM, Regular class is 7:00 - 8:15 PM. Classes resume January 10. |
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7PM class: The fee for the January/February session is $90 (8 classes); a senior discount is available. Drop-ins are welcome at any time at $15 per class. Gentle/Chair class: no fee (donations accepted) Preregistration is recommended for all classes. |
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Call Linda Kraft at 914-681-2370 for details and to register. You can also check www.wphospital.org (click on "Classes and Events"). |
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John Jay Middle School, Cross River, NY |
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Wednesdays, 7PM - 8PM; next session starts January 11, 2012 |
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$120 for residents, $150 for non-residents for 8 classes. Preregistration is required, either in person or by mail. The registration form can be found in the program brochure which can be downloaded from www.lewisborogov.com (click on "Parks and Recreation") |
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The program office is located at 65 Old Bedford Rd in Goldens Bridge, phone number is 232-6162. |
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Trinity Psychotherapy, Yoga & Dance at the American Legion Hall, East Main St., Mount Kisco |
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Tuesdays, 3:55PM - 5:10PM starting February 7 |
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Per-class fees are $18. A 6-class card is available at $90 for 6 classes, good for 2 months. |
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Call me at (914) 763-2548, or email scharding@optonline.net. |
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Northern Westchester Hospital, Cancer Center, Mount Kisco, NY |
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Mondays, 10AM - 11AM |
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Free class for cancer patients and caregivers |
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Karen Maier, Clinical Coordinator of the Integrative Medicine Program: kmaier@nwhc.net, (914) 242-8168 | |
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Call or email with questions or to schedule private sessions: |
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Stephanie Harding 914-763-2548
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This page was last updated on January 25, 2012