Integral Yoga Institute New York

Class Descriptions

Free Introductory Class

For first-time Hatha Yoga students. The pace of this class is very gentle. It includes asana demonstration, the opportunity to stop and ask questions, and extra individual attention. This is a 1-hour and 45-minute class

Hatha I

For students interested in the traditional Hatha Yoga class. A comprehensive, balanced class with a steady flow, relaxation between asanas, and guided instruction throughout. First-time students are welcome.

Hatha I/II

For students interested in exploring a transition from Hatha I to Hatha II. New asanas will be introduced, and others will be held longer to deepen the experience. Students attending this class should be comfortable with Integral Yoga Hatha I and have some knowledge of asana names in Sanskrit. Not for new beginners.

Hatha II

For students who are experienced with the Integral Yoga Hatha class format and are ready to move at a faster pace. New asanas, including mayurasana (peacock) and shirshasana (headstand), and kriya (purification) techniques will be introduced. This class has less instruction and less relaxation between asanas; asanas are held longer for an experience at a deeper level.

Hatha II/III

For students who are comfortable with the Hatha I and II formats and are ready to explore a transition from Hatha II to Hatha III. New asanas will be introduced and held longer, with pranayama incorporated. Not for those new to Hatha II.

Hatha III

For more advanced students who have a solid understanding of the Hatha II and II/III formats and experience with the physical part of Yoga and are able to maintain a rigorous practice. New and more difficult asanas will be introduced, including regular inversions and more advanced pranayama and kriya techniques.

Workshop Class

These weekly 90-minute “workshop classes” combine the elements of a balanced Integral Yoga intermediate-to-advanced class with the dynamic and challenging exploration of particular poses found in an in-depth workshop. Through detailed instruction, personal experimentation, some partner work and hands-on corrections from instructors Madhavan (Tuesdays) and Nalini Kuhnke (Wednesdays), you will take your practice to a new level of movement, challenge, and engagement. Each week, the instructors will customize the class for the students and focus on a particular theme or type of asana.

Morning Hatha

A 60-minute rejuvenating "maintenance" session with less instruction and some variation on the 90-minute class. Not for new beginners.

Lunchtime Hatha

A 45-minute rejuvenating "maintenance" session with less instruction and some variation on the 90-minute class. Not for new beginners.

Evening Hatha

A 45-minute rejuvenating "maintenance" session with less instruction and some variation on the 90-minute class. Not for new beginners.

Gentle Hatha

For students who have special needs and/or limitations. A variation on the basic Hatha I format that moves more slowly and includes attention on the part of the teacher to the special needs of the individual.

Restorative Hatha

A nurturing and gentle practice, using pillows and props, it is beneficial to students with special health needs, to those in caretaking positions, and to anyone seeking a calming and renewing adaptation of classic Hatha Yoga poses.

Deep Relaxation

A 45-minute experience in bliss, beginning with gentle stretching, featuring a long period of Yoga Nidra (deep relaxation), and concluding with breathing practices and a brief meditation.
The Friday Deep Relaxation class is free.

Prenatal Hatha

For women who have entered their second trimester of pregnancy. Movements and asanas strengthen and tone the muscles and organs. An emphasis is placed on soothing practices. Visualization and relaxation practices with the baby are included.

Postpartum Hatha

For mothers and newborns, one month to 18 months after birth. An hour of gentle stretching, chanting, and breathing and a half-hour sharing and discussion are included. Prenatal Yoga experience is not a prerequisite. Preregistration is required. Please call reception at 212.929.0586 to preregister.

H.I.V. Hatha

For men and women of all ages concerned with H.I.V. and AIDS, this special Hatha Yoga class focuses even more on benefits for the entire being. Poses are adapted where necessary. These classes offer a safe space for sharing and finding community.
The H.I.V. class is $7 or by donation.

Yoga for Veterans

Yoga can help alleviate stress and heal wounds by teaching how to quiet the mind and relax the body. In this class, explore basic poses to strengthen and balance the body, therapeutic poses to restore the body, guided deep relaxation and visualization techniques to heal injuries and trauma, breathing techniques to calm and invigorate the body, and meditation to focus and discipline the mind. No previous experience with Yoga is necessary. Modifications of poses are taught for any students with specific physical challenges. Free with proof of military service.
Time: 6:45 - 8:15 p.m.
Teacher: Anuradha Bhagwati
Discounts: All Hatha classes $10, $8 off workshops, $14 off courses, and 10% off shop purchases.
Visit www.yogaforvetsnyc.org for more information

Yoga and Networking for the Unemployed

Lost Your Job? Find Your SELF! Come together with others to explore yoga's remedies for stress in troubled times. Stretching, breathing, relaxation and conversation will ease you through the challenges of life and work. This FREE one-hour class facilitated by IYI teacher Nalini Kuhnke

Open Meditation

For students experienced in meditating, join us for open meditation. For students unfamiliar with our meditation practice, you may want to attend one of our Meditation I Workshops before joining an open meditation. Meditations include chanting, kapalabhati, nadi suddhi, 15-20 minutes of silence and closing chants. We ask that you be on time and remain until the end. Lunchtime Meditation: 12:15-12:50 p.m.
Evening Meditation: 7:45-8:30 p.m.
Download Welcome to Meditation (pdf format, 6.58mb)