EASTHAMPTON STUDIO:
384 Main St. (rte 10)
Easthampton, MA 01027
413-527-7705
AMHERST STUDIO:
South Towne Commons
479 West Street (rte 116)
Suite 80
Amherst, MA 01002
413-256-5444
Amherst Studio
UPDATED 2/9/13. Children under age 14 are not allowed in classes. New students and drop-ins are always welcome. Just show up for any appropriate level class. Space is limited to 20; arrive early to ensure a space. New students should arrive 5 minutes early to sign in. All students should do their best to arrive on time; if you must be a few minutes late, please be sensitive to others by entering quietly and choosing a mat close to the door. Studio is on 2nd floor of building; enter through center door.
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| Mondays: | |||
| 7:30-8:30am | Pilates beginners welcome. NO CLASS 5/27 (Memorial Day) | B/AB |
w/ Kate |
| 9:00-10:15am | Yoga Beginners welcome. Class WILL be held 5/27 Memorial Day | B/AB |
w/ Margaret |
| 12-1 | Pilates beginners welcome. | B/AB |
w/ Karen |
| 4-5:15pm | Yoga Beginners welcome, gentle and restorative postures. Jayan teaches 5/27 Memorial Day | B |
w/ Katherine |
| 5:30 -7:00pm | Yoga Classic Hatha Asanas as taught by Jayan (ytt tech) NO CLASS 5/27 (Memorial Day) | B/AB |
w/ Josh |
| 7:00 - 8:15pm | Yoga beginners welcome. NO CLASS 5/27 (Memorial Day) | B |
w/ Julia |
| Tuesdays: | |||
| 9:00-10:15am | Vinyasa Beginners welcome. Katherine teaches 5/21 | B/AB |
w/ Jennifer |
| 12-1 | Yoga beginners welcome. Karen teaches 5/21 | B/AB |
w/ Jennifer |
| 4:00-5:00pm | Pilates Beginners welcome! | B/AB |
w/ Karen |
| 5:30 - 6:45pm | Yoga beginners welcome. (ytt obs) | B |
w/ Josh |
| 7:00 - 8:30pm | Yoga Not suitable for beginners (ytt tech). | AB |
w/ Josh |
| Wednesdays: | |||
| 9:00-10:15am | Yoga beginners welcome. | B/AB |
w/ Margaret |
| 12-1 | Yoga beginners welcome (ytt obs). | B/AB |
w/ Ruth Anne |
| 4-5:15pm | Yoga Beginners welcome | B |
w/ Karen |
| 5:30-6:45pm | Yoga Beginners Welcome (ytt obs). | B/AB |
w/ Karen |
| 7:00-8:15pm | Yoga Beginners welcome. | B |
w/ Mary |
| Thursdays: | |||
| 7:30-8:30am | Yoga Beginners welcome (ytt obs). | B/AB |
w/ Kate |
| 9:00-10:15am | Vinyasa Beginners welcome. RuthAnne teaches 5/16 | B/AB |
w/ Jennifer |
| 10:30-11:45 | Yoga Beginners welcome (ytt tech) | B/AB |
w/ Ruth Anne |
| 12-1 | Yoga Beginners welcome. | B/AB |
w/ Vickie |
| 4-5:15pm | Yoga/Pilates Fusion Beginners welcome. | B/AB |
w/ Katherine |
| 5:30-6:45pm | Vinyasa Power Vinyasa. Strong beginners welcome. Kate teaches 5/23 | B/AB |
w/ Jennifer |
| 7:00-8:15pm | Yoga Beginners welcome! | B |
w/ Brian |
| Fridays: | |||
| 9:00-10:15am. | Yoga beginners welcome. | B/AB |
w/ Katherine |
| 12-1 | Yoga beginners welcome. | B/AB |
w/ Vickie |
| 4-5:15pm | Vinyasa Power Vinyasa, strong beginners welcome. | B/AB |
w/ Kate |
| Saturdays: | |||
| 9:00 - 10:00am | Pilates beginners welcome. | B/AB |
w/ Josh |
| 10:15 - 11:30am | Yoga beginners welcome (ytt obs). | B/AB |
w/ Josh |
| Sundays: | |||
| 9:00-10:00 | Pilates Beginners welcome | B/AB |
w/ Margaret |
| 10:15-11:30 | Yoga Beginners welcome. | B/AB |
w/ Margaret |
| 4-5:15pm | Yoga Beginners welcome. | B/AB |
w/ Julia |
Our Cell Phone Policy
Mama Nirvana's is a ringtone-free zone! No phone should ring inside the studio or office.
If a student is on call and must be available to pick up their phone during class:
- They must set the phone to vibrate and keep it next to them.
- They must take a mat next to the door.
- They must walk out into the hallway before answering a call. No one is allowed to answer a phone inside the office or studio.
We are committed to protecting everyone's right to a quiet and undisturbed class. Your cooperation is appreciated.
FAQ
What do I wear?
Comfortable stretchy clothes. T-shirt, sweatshirt, leggings with shorts or sweatpants.
What do you provide?
We provide sticky mats, all the necessary props, bottled water, and a place to change and hang clothes.
Class Descriptions
Yoga:
Postures and deep relaxation are always included. Postures are held longer and there maybe pauses between postures. May include some vinyasa sequences. May also include special instructions on yoga breathing and meditation.
Use of props: Moderate to high
Technical instruction offered: Moderate to high
Sweat Factor: Low to moderate
Flexibility benefit: High
Relaxation: High
Strength benefit: Moderate to high
Pacing: Slow and deliberate to moderate
(Beginner level yoga is appropriate for individuals who have health problems, have minor injuries or who are very stiff.)
Vinyasa:
Postures linked in a choreographed sequence. Breath is coordinated with movement to a high degree.
Use of props: Low to Moderate
Technical assoistance offered: Moderate
Sweat Factor: High
Flexibility benefit: High
Relaxation: low
Strength benefit: High
Pacing: Moderate to fast.
(This class is not appropriate for individuals with serious health problems, who have painful injuries or who are extremely stiff.)
Pilates:
Pilates mat class, including exercises to maximize strength and flexibility of the core.
Use of Props: Low to moderate
Technical instruction offered: Moderate
Sweat factor: medium to High
Flexibility benefit: moderate
Relaxation: Low
Strength benefit: High
Pacing: Fast
(This class is appropriate for individuals with most types of injuries. Contact the studio via phone or email if you have serious injuries.)
Yoga/Pilates Fusion:
Yoga postures alternate with pilates exercises. Yoga breathing and pilates breathing are both taught. Focus is always on form and alignment. This class builds strength and stability of the spine, abdomen and pelvis.
Use of Props: low to high
Technical instruction offered: moderate to High
Sweat factor: Low to moderate
Flexibility benefit: moderate to high
Relaxation: Moderate to high
Strength benefit: High
Pacing: Slow to moderate
(This class is appropriate for those recovering from illness or injury. If the case is serious, call or email the studio to find out if you should attend.)
Yoga and Meditation:
A classic complete practice, including held postures, pranayama (yoga breathwork) yoga nidra (meaning "yogi's sleep" or ultra deep relaxation) and meditation.
Use of props: Low to Moderate
Technical Instruction offered: Moderate
Sweat Factor: Low
Flexibility benefit: High
Relaxation: High
Strength benefit: High
Pacing: Slow
(This class is not appropriate for individuals with serious health problems, or who have painful injuries. Must be comfortable with most poses to attend advanced beginner level.)
Ultra Vinyasa:
Yoga Played Loud!
70 minutes of non-stop yoga conditioning moves choreographed to highly motivating upbeat soundtrack.
Use of Props: Low
Technical instruction offered: Low to moderate
Aerobic Benefit: High
Sweat factor: high
Flexibility benefit: High
Relaxation: Low
Strength benefit:High
Pacing: Fast
(Yoga experience absolutely necessary. Not appropriate for anyone recovering from injury. Need to be comfortable and familiar with sun salutations and standing postures.)
Moksha Sadhana-:
Ruth Anne Lundeberg guides students through a complete yoga practice including a full sequence of postures, extended deep relaxation, breathing exercises (pranayama), meditation and philosophy. She gives each student direct personalized supervision, feedback and hands-on assistance. Instructions are based on the individual's needs and abilities.
Ruth Anne is a 30-year yoga with 20 years of full-time teaching experience.
This class requires a separate registration and CANNOT be paid for with class cards.
Class Levels
Beginners (B):
(also called Level 1) This level consists of fundamental techniques appropriate for most people with little or no experience. Students perform basic warm-ups, postures, and exercises. Correct breathing and relaxation techniques are also introduced. Beginners and individuals with injuries and physical limitations should start at beginner level.
Advanced Beginners (AB):
(Also called level 2) This level offers increased challenges to those who have become comfortable with beginner's level material. Students practice holding postures longer to build greater strength and stamina. Alignment and form are studied in more depth at this level. 6 months minimum experience required. Must be comfortable and familiar with sun salutes, standing and seated poses.
Intermediate (INT):
(Also known as level 3)
Intermediate level refers to individuals with substantial yoga experience who are already knowledgeable of and comfortable with a large variety of standing postures and floor postures. These individuals are already strong and flexible.
Includes highly challenging postures including inversions, backward bends and arm balances. Alignment is subtle and refined.
Beginners / Advanced Beginners (B/AB):
(also known as level 1&2) This class is appropriate for those at advanced beginner level, while special instructions are offered for beginners as needed.
Advanced Beginners / Intermediate (AB/INT):
(Also known as level 2&3)
This class can accommodate individuals at advanced beginner level while challenging those people with substantial yoga experience who are already strong and flexible.
All Levels (ALL):
All levels are welcome.