Welcome to our center
Thank you for joining us! If you have a question about a class, please call the instructor. Please come to classes on time, in comfortable (non-restrictive) clothing, with an empty belly (at least 2-3 hours after eating a big meal). Yoga mats, blankets and other props are available for use in class. Good quality mats, blocks, & other props are also for sale. If you are pregnant or have a physical condition, please inform the instructor before class begins. Namaste
We are on the plaza in Arcata, California, above the Outdoor Store (707)822-7700
| Day | Time | Class | Instructor | Drop-in Fee | Series Fees and Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 8:30 - 10:00 am | Ashtanga-Vinyasa style Lev 1-2 | Juliet Smith | $10 | $80 for 10 classes* |
| 10:15-11:30am | Yoga Level 1- 2 off Lab Day, Sep 6 | Ali McCall | $10 | 3 for $30, 6 for $55 - $65, 12 for $100 - $120** | |
| 12:00 - 1:15pm | Yoga Basics off Lab Day, Sep 6 | Donvieve | $10 | 3 for $30, 6 for $55 - $65, 12 for $100 - $120** | |
| 4:10 - 5:10 pm | Meditation Group | Heidi Bourne | $3 | $10 per month | |
| 5:30 - 6:45 pm | Anusara Yoga® Level 1 | Robyn Smith | $12 | 3 for $30, 6 for $55 - $65, 12 for $100 - $120** | |
| Tue | 7:00 - 9:00 am | Mysore-style Ashtanga Yoga | Juliet Smith | $10 | $80 for 10 classes* |
| 9:15-10:30 am | Level 1- Community | Bridget Fenner | $5 - 10 | Please pay what you can. | |
| Noon - 1:15 pm | Yoga Level 1 | James Athing | $10 | 6 for $48, 15 for $105 | |
| 4:00 - 5:15 pm | Yoga, All Levels | Ali McCall | $10 | 3 for $30, 6 for $55 - $65, 12 for $100 - $120** | |
| 5:30 - 7:00 pm | Anusara Yoga Level 2 - 3 | Robyn Smith | $12 | 3 for $30, 6 for $55 - $65, 12 for $100 - $120** | |
| Wed | 8:30 - 9:45 am | Yoga Level 1 | Ali McCall | $10 | 3 for $30, 6 for $55 - $65, 12 for $100 - $120** |
| 10:00 - 11:30 am | Anusara Yoga All Levels | Robyn Smith | $12 | 3 for $30, 6 for $55 - $65, 12 for $100 - $120** | |
| 5:00 - 6:15 pm | Prenatal Yoga | Paula Scott | $10 | 6 for $45 - $55 | |
| Thu | 7:00 - 9:00 am | Mysore-style Ashtanga Yoga | Juliet Smith | $10 | $80 for 10 classes* |
| 9:15-10:30 am | Level 1- Community | Bridget Fenner | $5 - 10 | Please pay what you can. | |
| 5:45 - 7:00 pm | Anusara Yoga Lev 1 - 2 | Patrick Harestad | $12 | 3 for $30, 6 for $55 - $65, 12 for $100 - $120** | |
| Fri | 9:00 - 10:30 am | Anusara Yoga Level 1 - 2 + | Robyn Smith | $12 | 3 for $30, 6 for $55 - $65, 12 for $100 - $120** |
| 10:45 am - noon | Anusara Yoga Basics | Kendra Inzer | $10 | 3 for $30, 6 for $55 - $65, 12 for $100 - $120** | |
| 5:30 - 6:45 pm | Yoga Level 1 | James Athing | $10 | 6 for $48, 15 for $105 | |
| 8:00 - 10:00 pm | Tantra Kriya Yoga | Kali & Gary | $12 | < Click the next to class name for schedule | |
| Sat | 10:00-11:30 am | Anusara Yoga Level 1-2 | Patrick Harestad | $12 | 3 for $30, 6 for $55 - $65, 12 for $100 - $120** |
| Sun | 9:00 - 10:30 am | Yogananda Meditation Group | donation | 2nd and 4th Sundays each month | |
| 6:00 - 8:00 pm | Tibetan Meditation Group | donation | Every Sunday |
*Seniors and full-time students: ask about special prices.
**Applies to IFY classes: Monthly Pass $75 - 90. Seniors 65+ and Full-Time Students: $9 drop-in or $42 - 52 for 6 with 90-day time limit. $70 Monthly Pass.
FALL NEW STUDENT SPECIALS with INNER FREEDOM YOGA (IFY):
8 classes for $64 or 15 classes for $115. Good for anybody new to Inner Freedom Yoga classes. Offered through Sept. 20. Classes last 90 days from purchase and are for one person only. No extensions, refunds or exchanges.
Upcoming Events
INTRODUCTION TO YOGA
with Robyn and Kendra
Tuesdays August 31, September 7 and 14
7:15 - 8:45 p.m.
Learn the fundamentals of alignment in a variety of basic poses, plus basic yoga breathing, relaxation techniques and yoga philosophy. This course is perfect for beginners to yoga wanting to get a solid foundation before entering public classes or for anyone wanting a refresher on the basics.
$40 if paid by August 27, $45 after. Registration: Call 440-2111 or email robyn@innerfreedomyoga.com.
RESTORATIVE YOGA with Kendra Inzer
Thursday, September 16, 7:15 - 9 p.m.
Kendra will skillfully guide you through an evening of deep restoration using an abundance of props in gentle yoga poses, including forward bends, back bends, twists and inversions. Restorative yoga is known for it's ability to deeply unwind tension in the body and bring people into profound states of peace and relaxation.
$18 if paid by Sept. 13, $24 after. Registration: Call 440-2111 or email robyn@innerfreedomyoga.com.
YOGA PHILOSOPHY SERIES:
BODY AND SOUL with Karen Harris, M. Div.
Tuesdays, September 21 - October 12, 7:30 - 9 p.m.
As the exploration of yoga unfolds and deepens, many practitioners begin to experience not only greater physical health and flexibility, but also an expansion of their psychological, emotional and spiritual well-being. How do the various yogic traditions explain the relationship between body and spirit, body and soul? What does our own experience of yoga teach us about this mysterious connection?
Join Karen Harris for a group exploration of this ancient question, which lies at the heart of the practice of yoga.
Price: $60 if paid by September 10, 70 after
Karen Harris is a lifelong student of religious traditions who brings both the rigor of academic research and the insight of decades of committed spiritual practice in monasteries in the US and Asia to her work as a university lecturer, interfaith minister and yoga philosophy instructor.
Karen has the ability to inspire deep embodied realization, turn the power of word, and pierce into the heart. She has an excellent ability to synthesize and capture the essence of practice and teaching and to share it so we get it. Beautiful teachings, clearly portrayed, and shot through with profound realization.
— Humboldt State University student
Registration: Call 440-2111 or email robyn@innerfreedomyoga.com.
Yoga Teacher Training
with Robyn Smith and guest instructors
September 2010 - January 2011
Share what you love! Learn to teach Anusara Yoga, alignment, philosophy, adjustments, skillful language, therapeutics, and more. This Anusara Yoga Teacher Training is for anyone who has completed an Anusara Immersion.
Read more at www.innerfreedomyoga.com/teacher.php
ANUSARA ALIGNMENT INTENSIVE
with Robyn Smith
Tuesdays, October 19 - November 23, 7:15 - 8:45 p.m.
Take your yoga practice to the next level!
This Alignment Intensive is for anyone wanting to deepen their understanding of alignment in asana, plus posture and yoga therapy basics. Each class is like a workshop, including discussion, partnering and practice
Anusara Yoga’s Universal Principles of Alignment are powerful, therapeutic, and have proven to bring people
into new places of mind-body awareness, physical freedom and healing.
$85 if paid by October 15, $95 after.
Registration: Call 440-2111 or email robyn@innerfreedomyoga.com. More info at www.innerfreedomyoga.com/workshops.php.
Weekend Yoga Workshop
November 6 and 7 with Christina Sell
Certified Anusara Yoga Instructor from Austin, Tx.
SCHEDULE:
Saturday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Back Bends
Saturday 3 - 5:30 p.m.: Yoga Therapeutics
Sunday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. - Arm Balances and Inversions
More details coming soon to www.innerfreedomyoga.com/workshops.php
Registration: Call 440-2111 or email robyn@innerfreedomyoga.com.
Level 2 Teacher Training with Robyn Smith
Starts November of 2010
Meets one Wednesday or Thursday, every other week.
More info coming soon to www.innerfreedomyoga.com/teacher.php.
Spring Anusara Yoga Immersion and Teacher Training with Robyn Smith
Immersion Dates: Feb. 11 - 13, March 4 - 6, March 24 - 26,
April 15 - 17, May 6 - 8, June 3 - 5
Teacher Training follows Immersion. Deepen all aspects of your practice and then learn to share what you love.
Read more at www.innerfreedomyoga.com.
Classes
Anusara Yoga Level 1
Ideal for those new to yoga or those wanting a more gentle practice because of injury, stiffness, fatigue, or pregnancy. Classes are moderately paced with focus on alignment, strengthening, breath, ease, safety, and stability in the basic yoga poses.
Anusara means to follow your heart. This incredibly accessible and extremely popular style of hatha yoga integrates Universal Principles of Alignment with celebration a spirit and heart-felt intention in a way that is deeply transformative and therapeutic.
Anusara Yoga Basics
Focuses on basic postures and breath, flexibility, strength building, and Anusara alignment. This class is perfect for beginners and continuing students who are especially stiff or have injuries, and anyone wanting to to more slowly.
Anusara means to follow your heart. This incredibly accessible and extremely popular style of hatha yoga integrates Universal Principles of Alignment with celebration a spirit and heart-felt intention in a way that is deeply transformative and therapeutic.
Anusara Yoga Level 2-3
For intermediate students with at least 1 year of regular hatha yoga practice and willingness to explore advanced versions of all classes of poses. Classes build the "inner fire" often with dynamic vinyasa (flow) sequences with greater attention to refining alignment and breath. Some pranayama exercises and meditation may be included.
Anusara means to follow your heart. This incredibly accessible and extremely popular style of hatha yoga integrates Universal Principles of Alignment with celebration a spirit and heart-felt intention in a way that is deeply transformative and therapeutic.
Anusara Yoga Level 1 - 2
Classes welcome all levels of students, but are generally geared for experienced beginners. Poses may be sustained longer and discussed in greater detail. Sun Salutations, standing poses, backbends, twists, and basic inversions included.
Anusara means to follow your heart. This incredibly accessible and extremely popular style of hatha yoga integrates Universal Principles of Alignment with celebration a spirit and heart-felt intention in a way that is deeply transformative and therapeutic.
Anusara Yoga Level 1
Focuses on basic postures and breath, flexibility, strength-building, and Anusara alignment. Perfect for beginners and continuing students who are especially stiff or have injuries, and anyone wanting to go more slowly.
Anusara means to follow your heart. This incredibly accessible and extremely popular style of hatha yoga integrates Universal Principles of Alignment with celebration a spirit and heart-felt intention in a way that is deeply transformative and therapeutic.
Anusara Yoga Level 1 - 2
Classes welcome all levels of students, but are generally geared for experienced beginners. Poses may be sustained longer and discussed in greater detail. Sun Salutations, standing poses, backbends, twists, and basic inversions included.
Anusara means to follow your heart. This incredibly accessible and extremely popular style of hatha yoga integrates Universal Principles of Alignment with celebration a spirit and heart-felt intention in a way that is deeply transformative and therapeutic.
Anusara Yoga Level 1 - 2
Classes welcome all levels of students, but are generally geared for experienced beginners. Poses may be sustained longer and discussed in greater detail. Sun Salutations, standing poses, backbends, twists, and basic inversions included.
Anusara means to follow your heart. This incredibly accessible and extremely popular style of hatha yoga integrates Universal Principles of Alignment with celebration a spirit and heart-felt intention in a way that is deeply transformative and therapeutic.
Anusara Yoga Level 1 - 2 +
Classes welcome all levels of students, but are generally geared for experienced beginners. Poses may be sustained longer and discussed in greater detail. Sun Salutations, standing poses, backbends, twists, and basic inversions included.
Anusara means to follow your heart. This incredibly accessible and extremely popular style of hatha yoga integrates Universal Principles of Alignment with celebration a spirit and heart-felt intention in a way that is deeply transformative and therapeutic.
Anusara Yoga Basics
Focuses on basic postures and breath, flexibility, strength-building, and Anusara Yoga’s alignment principles. This class is perfect for beginners and continuing students who are especially stiff or have injuries, and anyone wanting to go more slowly.
Anusara means to follow your heart. This incredibly accessible and extremely popular style of hatha yoga integrates Universal Principles of Alignment with celebration a spirit and heart-felt intention in a way that is deeply transformative and therapeutic.
Tantra Kriya Yoga
Ipsalu Tantra Kriya Yoga is a blend of the sacred teachings of avatar Babaji Nagaraj, Osho Rajneesh, Sacred Tao and Tibetan sources developed by Bodhi Avinasha, founder of Tantrika International, www.ipsalutantra.org. The life force of sexual energy is the most powerful, tangible and healing energy inherent in the human body. Through this science of empowering breath techniques (Kriya), sacred healing movement (Yoga), meditation and intentional sacred dance, our Friday night classes are designed to begin the process of clearing the channels needed for the awakening of the Kundalini. The most important and often overlooked areas that need clearing are the lower chakras which hold our unhealed issues from our "past". We then are able to transmute this energy at the Heart center, learning to Live and Be in the Heart Space. The powerful practices used in our Friday night classes and specialized workshops contain the tools and a scientific formula for one of the most powerful and accelerated paths of emotional healing, physical rejuvenation, enlightenment and personal empowerment. Ipsalu is more centered in the heart rather than knowledge. It should be noted that in our classes there is no nudity, nor are our physical bodies any more available than any other place in our society.
For more information visit our web site www.livingtantrabliss. We suggest you purchase the book "Jewel in the Lotus" The Tantric Path to Higher Consciousness, written by Sunyata Saraswati and Bodhi Avinasha. ISBN: 0-929459-02-4.
Instructors
Ali McCall started doing Hatha Yoga in 2002 at her Junior college in the Bay Area. Since then she has practiced Hot Yoga and Anusara Yoga. In 2009 she completed the Anusara Teacher Training with Robyn Smith in Arcata.
Ali loves to incorporate proper alignment and heart-filled fun into her classes. She says, “I pay close attention to my students, modifying my instructions to meet their needs.” She has also received a Teaching Credential from Humboldt State University and is an Elementary School substitute teacher. Ali spends her summers at festivals selling hand-printed apparel and working on her clothing business, 3 Fold - Good Karma Apparel.
Bridget Fenner has been studying yoga for 6 years. She first began practicing with Inner Freedom Yoga in 2008, where she was introduced the beautiful form of yoga known as Anusara: to be in the flow; like jumping into the river of life! Bridget completed her teacher training with Robyn Smith in 2009, which aided her immensely in her quest to re-connect with her body, re-discover her own playful spirit, and become re-inspired to move into the future with a strong sense of purpose. She continues to be amazed at the transformational power of this mind/body/spirit practice. Bridget also loves to express her creativity through music, dance, theater, storytelling, painting, cooking and gardening. She invites you to come practice, celebrate life, and play! 616-6558 bridget@innerfreedomyoga.com
Donvieve has worked as an artist/educator in many domains for the past 35 years. She has always enjoyed nurturing her body, mind and spirit and sharing it through the creative mediums of theatre, dance and yoga. This naturally evolved from a childhood that was nourished by these self-expressions… profoundly affecting her life style, health, and the desire to share this joy and passion for life with others.
She began studying yoga in her teens and fell in love with the practice as it cultivated in her vibrant health and well-being. Her commitment to the practice of yoga and meditation kindled the desire to share with others, so she completed the Anusara Yoga Immersion and teacher training with Inner Freedom Yoga.
Inspired by the results she was seeing in the training and in her own life, she decided to offer yoga classes after work for employees at a small business to help them relax, stretch and become more peaceful. Many months into it, these classes have become a sanctuary where employees look forward to practicing yoga and ending the day relaxed. These classes have also inspired her to create ‘Have Yoga will Travel’ (a yoga practice for local firms to be proactive in taking care of their employees mental and physical health.)
donvieve@innerfreedomyoga.com (707) 826-1233
Heidi Bourne leads the Monday and Friday meditation groups. (707)441-9940
Heidi Bourne leads the Monday and Friday meditation groups. (707)441-9940
Robyn Smith is a certified Anusara Yoga Instructor and holds certificates from Forrest Yoga, Integrative Yoga Therapy and Hanna Somatic Education. She has been teaching yoga since 1994 and offering Somatics since 1998. Robyn teaches with deep passion and joy, while emphasizing safety through alignment; mindful and playful practice; and connection to the spiritual heart. She is a student of Buddhist and Yoga philosophy and integrates their teachings into her classes. She offers private sessions and workshops in Anusara Yoga Therapy and Somatics, powerful tools for releasing chronic muscle pain and tension, and improving well-being. See www.innerfreedomyoga.com for more info. on her offerings, including teacher training, local and international retreats!
440-2111.
Gary and KaliShakti Woodings
We are here to share what we have gained through our years of IpsaluTantra Kriya Yoga Practice. We have created enormous positive change and personal healing in our own lives and found this path to be one of the most accelerated paths to inner peace, connection to our Divine Selves. Through the continued practice of Tantra Kriya Yoga you will find it easier to be in touch with your authentic self and find comfort in gaining the deeper connection to your soul's essence. We are both healing practitioners of several modalities. For more information visit our web sites...
KaliShakti (561)932-2597
Gary Woodings (561)267-3837
kalishakti.com
garywoodings.com
livingtantrabliss.com
Kendra Inzer is a Certified Yoga instructor who has been teaching since 1999. Her classes are inspired by her training, practice and love of Anusara Yoga. Kendra creates a welcoming environment for students to discover their potential, find freedom in body and breath, and open to the joy of life through Yoga. Her study of Anusara Yoga and Sufi mystical teachings encourage her to open her heart, see the beauty in all, and celebrate life! She can be reached at 826-1460.
Kendra Inzer is a Certified Yoga instructor who has been teaching since 1999. Her classes are inspired by her training, practice and love of Anusara Yoga. Kendra creates a welcoming environment for students to discover their potential, find freedom in body and breath, and open to the joy of life through Yoga. Her study of Anusara Yoga and Sufi mystical teachings encourage her to open her heart, see the beauty in all, and celebrate life! She can be reached at 826-1460.
Robyn Smith is a certified Anusara Yoga Instructor and holds certificates from Forrest Yoga, Integrative Yoga Therapy and Hanna Somatic Education. She has been teaching yoga since 1994 and offering Somatics since 1998. Robyn teaches with deep passion and joy, while emphasizing safety through alignment; mindful and playful practice; and connection to the spiritual heart. She is a student of Buddhist and Yoga philosophy and integrates their teachings into her classes. She offers private sessions and workshops in Anusara Yoga Therapy and Somatics, powerful tools for releasing chronic muscle pain and tension, and improving well-being. See www.innerfreedomyoga.com for more info. on her offerings, including teacher training, local and international retreats!
440-2111.
Patrick Harestad, is a Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor. He began his love affair with Yoga at age 17, studying Swami Satchidananda's Integral Yoga for two years, including retreats with Swamiji. Since then he has studied many forms of body/mind/spirit disciplines, including nine years of Aikido, five years of Jiu Jiutsu, and a life-long passion for surfing. For the last 12 years he has had a daily practice, which has included meditation, Ashtanga Yoga and Anusara Yoga styles. Since 2002 he has studied extensively with John Friend, Creator of Anusara Yoga, including Teacher training, Yoga Therapy trainings and Master Immersions, ( over 250 hours with John). He has taught Yoga and Martial Arts both in the U. S. and Brazil, where he spent two years living in a Buddhist Retreat Center with His Eminence Chagdud Tulku Rinpoche. 616-4117
Robyn Smith is a certified Anusara Yoga Instructor and holds certificates from Forrest Yoga, Integrative Yoga Therapy and Hanna Somatic Education. She has been teaching yoga since 1994, offering Somatics since 1998, and annually trains with Anusara Yoga's founder, John Friend, and other top Anusara Yoga instructors several times per year. Robyn teaches with deep passion and joy, while emphasizing safety through alignment; mindful and playful practice; and connection to the spiritual heart. She is a student of Buddhist and Tantric Yoga philosophy and loves helping people awaken to their true nature through these powerful teachings. Robyn also offers private sessions and workshops in Anusara Yoga Therapy and Somatics, powerful tools for releasing chronic muscle pain and tension, and improving well-being. See www.innerfreedomyoga.com for more info., including teacher training, local and international retreats! (707) 440-2111.
Robyn Smith Robyn Smith is a certified Anusara Yoga Instructor and holds certificates from Forrest Yoga, Integrative Yoga Therapy and Hanna Somatic Education. She has been teaching yoga since 1994, offering Somatics since 1998, and annually trains with Anusara Yoga's founder, John Friend, and other top Anusara Yoga instructors several times per year. Robyn teaches with deep passion and joy, while emphasizing safety through alignment; mindful and playful practice; and connection to the spiritual heart. She is a student of Buddhist and Tantric Yoga philosophy and loves helping people awaken to their true nature through these powerful teachings. Robyn also offers private sessions and workshops in Anusara Yoga Therapy and Somatics, powerful tools for releasing chronic muscle pain and tension, and improving well-being. See www.innerfreedomyoga.com for more info., including teacher training, local and international retreats! (707) 440-2111.
Patrick Harestad, is a Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor. He began his love affair with Yoga at age 17, studying Swami Satchidananda's Integral Yoga for two years, including retreats with Swamiji. Since then he has studied many forms of body/mind/spirit disciplines, including nine years of Aikido, five years of Jiu Jiutsu, and a life-long passion for surfing. For the last 12 years he has had a daily practice, which has included meditation, Ashtanga Yoga and Anusara Yoga styles. Since 2002 he has studied extensively with John Friend, Creator of Anusara Yoga, including Teacher training, Yoga Therapy trainings and Master Immersions, ( over 250 hours with John). He has taught Yoga and Martial Arts both in the U. S. and Brazil, where he spent two years living in a Buddhist Retreat Center with His Eminence Chagdud Tulku Rinpoche. 616-4117
