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All our classes teach yoga postures with correct alignment and breathing. Yoga builds strength and flexibility, improves posture, reduces stress and restores well-being. Teachers are trained to teach students at all levels of ability, including students who have never done yoga and who are tight, injured, or recovering from injury or illness. Options are always given for students at each level, and all students are welcome.
ashtanga	traditional yoga method from Mysore, India, based on the teachings of K. Pattabhi Jois (1915-2009). See our ashtanga yoga page for more information about Ashtanga Yoga and Mysore-Style Ashtanga classes.
ashtanga slow flow	the fundamental poses of primary series taught at a slower pace with detailed instructions, modifications and props as needed. See our ashtanga yoga page for more information about Ashtanga Yoga.
gentle yoga	recommended for seniors and other students with less mobility, who are healing from injury, illness or trauma, or who prefer a slower-paced class. Options are given for those with medical restrictions, and chairs and props are encouraged as needed, including options for students who have trouble getting down to the floor. Phone us if you are uncertain about your ability to attend class. We can schedule a short orientation prior to your first class to help you feel at ease.
hatha yoga	the classic yoga class recommended for all levels of students, including new yoga students. Each class is a balanced series of yoga postures with easy-to-follow instructions, and ends in deep relaxation.
hot yoga	hot classes are taught in a heated room in the method of Bikram Choudhury - a twenty-six asana series designed to scientifically warm and stretch muscles, ligaments and tendons, in the order in which they should be stretched. Bikram Yoga's twenty-six posture exercises systematically move fresh, oxygenated blood to one hundred percent of your body, to each organ and fiber, restoring all systems to healthy working order, just as Nature intended. Proper weight, muscle tone, vibrant good health, and a sense of well-being automatically follow.
mysore-style ashtanga	as taught in Mysore, India by K Pattabhi Jois, the traditional format in which students learn and practice at their own pace with assistance from the instructor. Phone Laura to register before attending your first class: 502-585-9642. See our ashtanga yoga page for more information.
pilates and yoga-lates	improves endurance, agility, and posture, and reduces joint, lower back pain and tension by focusing on core conditioning.
prenatal yoga	yoga postures and breathing help expectant mothers have a comfortable pregnancy and prepare for labor and delivery. Yoga postures are specifically adapted for pregnant women and strengthen the pelvic floor, alleviate back strain, and reduce stress. Women who have no prior yoga experience should wait until the 2nd trimester to begin classes. All students need to have their health care provider's permission for yoga.
russian kettlebells	kettlebells are iron weights that look like cannonballs with a handle. 350 year-old traditional russian sport builds endurance, agility, resilient strength and flexibility. Bring your own kettlebell - available at Dick's, Target and online. See our kettlebells page for more information and recommended weights.
teacher training	Yoga East has offered teacher training and certification since 1974. Our classes are registered at both the 200 and 500 hour level with Yoga Alliance. Go to our teacher training page for more information.
vinyasa flow	breath-connected sequences of postures. These are enjoyable, challenging classes that integrate movement, breath and alignment.

levels
G	gentle	Seniors & students with injuries or medical restrictions
1	beginning	Beginning students including new yoga students in normal health
2	continuing	Has 1-2 years of yoga experience and a proficient practice that includes regular practice of Headstand (using a wall okay) and Shoulderstand.
3	intermediate	Has 3-6 years of yoga experience and can hold headstand away from a wall for 2 minutes and push up to a backbend with arms straight.
4	advanced	Has over 6 years of yoga experience, can hold headstand away from a wall for over 5 minutes, do full Lotus, practices drop backs and has no restricting injuries.

registration

Register online or at the studio when you arrive.
If you do not register online, then go a few minutes early to your first class to fill out the registration form. It is not necessary to phone ahead. The teacher is always happy to help you and answer your questions. Most classes are ongoing and you can begin anytime. Some classes require that you phone before class to register. These classes are noted on the schedule. All other classes take drop-in students and you do not need to call ahead.

What to Bring - What to Wear - How to Prepare
Bring a yoga "sticky" mat if you have one. We rent mats for $1 ($2 hot yoga), and we sell mats. Bring a small towel to the Mysore classes. Wear exercise clothing or shorts and a t-shirt. Yoga is practiced in bare feet. We have changing rooms at all locations.

Yoga Class Etiquette
Be on your mat ready to begin at the start time of class. Come early if you are new or need to change clothes. Classes begin promptly at the start time and doors are locked 5 minutes after the start of class. Turn off your cell phone. Leave chewing gum, food and drinks outside. Please do not come to class late or leave early. This disrupts class and is inconsiderate to both the instructor and other students. Do not eat or drink before class. Do not bring food, gum or drinks into the studio. You may bring water in non-breakable, non-spillable containers. Turn off cell phones. Foods containing meat should never be brought into the studio for any reason.

Yoga East is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Do not bring jewelry, money or valuables into the studio, and do not leave such items on the shoe racks or cubbies. Keep your purse or wallet with you or lock it in your car trunk.

locations
Holiday Manor Studio 2226 Holiday Manor Center Louisville, KY 40222\| 502-425-5415 Perrie Spaulding-Allen, Assistant Manager Hours: Mon-Sat 9:00-2:00 pm	Kentucky Street Studio 1125 E Kentucky Street Louisville, KY 40204 502-634-5515 Hours: see class schedule
Frankfort Avenue Studio 2001 Frankfort Avenue Louisville, KY 40206 502-895-1510 (voice mail only) Hours: see class schedule	KP Jois Ashtanga Yoga Institute #235 8th Cross, 3rd Stage Gokulam, Mysore 570002 Karnataka, India www.kpjayi.org

Notice of Nondiscriminatory Policy as to Students:
Yoga East, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational organization and admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational/admissions policies, scholarships, and other school-administered programs.