Yoga Classes & Schedule: One Yoga Center, Foster RI

One Yoga Center offers a diverse variety of Yoga styles and classes allowing you to discover the type of class that meets your needs and interests.

The majority of the classes at OYC combine the beautiful practices of classical Hatha (physical postures) Yoga with Viniyoga (a therapeutically oriented practice addressing the needs of the individual) and Vinyasa (flow of sequenced movement) to provide a moderately paced practice for body, mind and spirit.

For class schedule, class descriptions, fees and information for new students, read on. If you have questions that are not addressed below, feel free to contact Ellen via telephone at (401) 368-YOGA (9642).

Class Schedule

Monday

• 9:00am-10:30am: Gentle Yoga (with Ellen)
• 5:00pm-6:30pm: Yoga for Everybody (with Ellen)
• 7:00pm-8:30pm : Beginners Yoga School -must pre-register (with Staff)

Tuesday

• 5:00pm-6:30pm: Hot Room Yoga/Vinyasa (Power Yoga) (with Ellen)
• 7:00pm-8:30pm: Yoga for Everybody (with Ellen)

Wednesday

• 3:45pm-4:30pm: Zumba (with Lora)
• 5:00pm-6:15pm: Yoga for Everybody (with Joan)
• 6:30pm-8:00pm: Yoga for Everybody (with Lora)

Thursday

• 9:30am-11:00am: Yoga for Everybody (with Anita)
• 4:00pm-5:00pm: Kids Yoga (with Staff)
• 6:00pm-7:45pm: Hot Room/Vinyasa (Power Yoga) (with Ellen)

Friday

• 5:00pm-6:30pm: Gentle/Restorative Yoga (with Anita)

Saturday

• 9:00am-10:30am: Yoga for Everybody (with Staff)

Sunday

• Currently, no classes scheduled.

Gentle Yoga

This is a slow to moderately paced class which encourages you to define and explore the unique needs of your body on each given day. Modifications of traditional postures are offered so you can find the perfect way to engage a pose, for your body. People recovering from or learning to live with a variety of injuries and health issues find this class the perfect way to involve themselves in their healing journey. People looking for a meditative and restorative class also find this class ideal. Yoga offers as much for the prevention of illness and maintenance of health as it does for the healing process.

Gentle/Restorative Yoga

This class combines the elements of Gentle Yoga (see above) with restorative poses, which utilizes props to promote passive muscular release and deep relaxation. This is a great class to help you unwind from your week and prepare for a relaxing, restorative weekend.

Beginners Yoga School

This program utilizes a specific 4 week (class) curriculum designed to introduce the new student to the the essential elements of Yoga practice. This foundation prepares students for participation in classes and helps them transition into classes with students of varying levels of experience. Since the classes are taught on a continuous, rotating schedule, you can begin at any time. When you complete 4 classes in a row, you have taken all 4 pieces of this program.

In this class you will learn:

• That Yoga is a practice accessible to every-one regardless of age or level of fitness;
• Physical alignments for the major foundational Yoga poses;
• Modification of movements for specific needs;
• Introductory breath work for invigorating and relaxing the nervous system;
• Meditation/relaxation techniques to minimize and alleviate stress;
• How Yoga contributes to health and well-being.

Yoga for Everybody

This class is for everyone, including beginners. The teaching style is adapted for those in attendance. When beginners are present the detail of instruction is more pronounced, allowing new students to easily follow the class. Typically, this is a moderately paced class which emphasizes focused breathing and a mindful awareness of your body. This emphasis makes this class a joyful, meditative exploration of yourself in the present moment. Students find this class relaxing and revitalizing.

Experienced Yoga Classes

These classes are designed for students who have a fundamental understanding of Yoga postures and alignments. A minimum of 8 weeks of prior Yoga experience is suggested. In this class you will be offered the opportunity to explore the inner workings (the meditative movement) of Yoga in more depth, while experimenting with longer holds and more challenging variations of postures. The level of the class ranges from moderate to refreshingly vigorous. Focused breathing and mindful awareness of your body set the stage for a deep meditative experience which will leave you feeling relaxed and revitalized.

Hot Room Yoga in the Vinyasa Style (Power Yoga)

Vinyasa yoga emphasizes a continuous flow of movement using sun salutations, dynamic breathing and long holdings. Each part of the body (inside and out) is explored and worked in a deep and mindful way. This practice builds strength, tones and detoxifies. Vinyasa is a fun and creative practice requiring focus and dedication. This class moves at a quick pace; therefore, some Yoga experience is helpful prior to starting this class. This type of Hot Room Yoga is physically challenging and athletic. A moderate level of fitness is recommended. If you have specific health issues or injuries, you should consult your physician and the teacher before engaging in these classes.

Kids Yoga

Children’s Yoga has been shown to heighten self esteem, develop strength and coordination, promote good posture, enhance stress management skills, and provide non-competitive fun. Parents are welcome to observe. This class is fun and interactive. The use of Yoga games, imagery and visualizations makes the class a fun and joyful experience. Children’s Yoga is available for children ages 6-9.

Zumba®

Zumba® fuses hypnotic latin rhythms and easy to follow moves to create a dynamic fitness program that will blow you away. Our goal is simple: We want you to want to work out, to love working out, to get hooked. Zumba® Fanatics achieve long term benefits while experiencing an absolute blast in forty-five exhilarating minutes of caloric-burning, body-energizing, awe-inspiring movements meant to engage and captivate for life!

Yoga Class Fees

Unlimited Classes

$80 per month unlimited number of classes, any Yoga class.

Walk-In Rates

$15 for any Class

Beginners Yoga School

$50 includes 4 beginners classes (1 class per week)

Class Card Rates

$144 for any 12 classes in 12 weeks
$276 for any 24 classes in 24 weeks (6 months)

Kids Yoga

$54 for 6 classes (1 class per week)
$10 for a walk-in class

Student Walk-In Rates

$10 for any class
Available to college students or anyone under 18-years-old.

Private Instruction

$65 for a 1-hour private session (by appointment only).

Information for New Students

It is essential to the mission of One Yoga Center that new students feel welcome and comfortable at the center. Our first class is always free and we have mats and cushions that can be used, free of charge, for all students. For reasons related to health and hygiene, ongoing students are encouraged to purchase their own mat.

Beginners Yoga School is the ideal place for new students to begin their Yoga practice. If this class time is not convenient for you, the Gentle and Everybody classes are also suitable for beginners. Several times throughout the year, One also offers a workshop called Unfolding the Lotus. This workshop offers a comprehensive, experiential overview of the practice of Yoga. See class schedule for more information.

Students should wear loose, comfortable clothing to class. Pants or shorts with an elastic waist are ideal — no big buttons or belts. Dress in layers, particularly if you have a tendency to be warm or cool. Eat lightly – if at all – 1-2 hours before class. It is always good to drink a lot of water, but it is especially good before and after Yoga class. Please make every effort to arrive at class on time. The studio is open to receive you 15 minutes prior to start time. Know that every effort is made to begin and end class on time. Late arrivals and early departures are distracting to other students.

The intention of this class is to support you in realizing how Yoga and Yoga practices can allow you to maintain and achieve your goals for optimal mind, body, spirit wellness. According to Gary Kraftsow of the American Viniyoga Institute in his book Yoga for Transformation:

“The ancient Yogis understood that the needs of our bodies change from infancy through childhood, from adolescence into adulthood, and again form the child-bearing into the senior years. On the basis of this recognition and understanding, they developed the science of Asana practice as a way of promoting the balanced growth of the body and the maintenance of that balance into old age.”

These beliefs inspire the teachings at One Yoga Center, thus bringing an emphasis and respect to the needs of the individual in regard to their age, their level of wellness, and their personal goals for health and fitness of the mind, body and spirit.