New York City Pilates & Yoga+

You will find a relaxed atmosphere that is both inviting and instructional. Personal attention is a primary focus; therefore most sessions are taken privately or with only one other person. Our certified instructors are carefully chosen and are dedicated to their work. Their extensive resumes ensure quality teaching of the two methods. Each session focuses on form and technique coupled with the joy of movement.

Jivamukti locations offer regular meditation and Sanskrit classes taught and chanted in their traditional forms. All classes are open to students of all levels. The Centers also host international performers and speakers from a wide range of spiritual and artistic fields.

Deborah Desmond EYRT, RP is the founder of Namaste Yoga & Tranquility Center. Deborah Gratefully recognizes her teacher’s in this life , Shakti Mhi, Victor & Adrianna Nieto, the Present Moment, Grandmother Ayahuasca, Nature, City, Mother, Father, Brother, Partner , Animals and most importantly Love. She believes that the ability to heal ourselves and the universe lies within each of us. Yoga is one of the many pathways to reach the healing that can change the world. Deborah has been a student of yoga, practicing daily since the age of 17. She now teaches the Yoga Alliance 200hr teacher trainings at Namaste. Deborah is also an Herbalist, Reiki Practioner and Holistic Health Practioner. She would like to thank all of you for your continued support and making Namaste possible.

Yoga means “union” in Sanskrit and is a vital way to re-connect with ourselves and create unity of mind, body and spirit. The practice of pranyama (breathing), asanas (postures), savasana (relaxation) & meditation, improves concentration, flexibility, muscle tone, stamina and the immune system.
Yoga reduces stress and increases one’s sense of well-being. Through regualar yoga practice you begin to cultivate a relationship between the mind, body and breath. When you function from your center you are more calm, focused, and balanced approaching life from a grounded perspective.
Pilates can transform the way you look and feel. This series of controlled movements focuses on strengthening the center of the body: the abdomen, lower back, and buttocks, to support the spine and stabilize the body. Pilates can improve posture, flatten the stomach, and create more flexibility. http://lotusyogacentersi.com

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At the age of eight Sadguru Sri Mahayogi Paramahamsa spontaneously entered nirvikalpa samadhi, complete absorption without any notion or concept, and realized the Atman — True Self. He awoke to Non-dual Reality. After Realization, as an adolescent, he began intensive austerities called tapasya and through these he accomplished and mastered all the branches of Yoga, proving through his own experience that they are all genuine paths to the realization of Supreme Self or God — Everlasting Oneness or Immortal Truth.

An enormous part of why BodySmart Personal Training's programs work so well is because of our staff of professional personal trainers. Our instructors have the education, experience, and first-hand knowledge of the power of exercise so that you'll reach your goals as quickly and easily as possible.
You’ll Work With Some of the Smartest Trainers in New York City All our personal trainers have certifications by nationally recognized organizations. Coursework and testing for these certifications include exercise physiology, anatomy, biomechanics, program design, training techniques and protocols, safety, and injury prevention.

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Everyone, young and old, can benefit from the healing power of yoga. Yoga means union and it teaches us how to connect with our body, mind, and spirit. The benefits of yoga are many. It reduces stress and muscular tension. It increases strength and flexibility. It promotes love for one self, inside and out. It encourages relaxation and stillness of the mind. It enhances your mood, energy, and concentration. It strengthens your heart and lungs. It reduces sports related injuries. It improves your posture and balance. Yoga can improve your overall physical and emotional well-being.

Your friends at the YogaSpot will help you chose a program from a variety of available Yoga classes for beginners or experienced students alike.
You will then enter the spacious studio and begin your journey masterfuly lead by friendly, certified instructors in a peaceful, relaxing, non-competitive and friendly environment. YogaSpot teachers are attentive to each individual, enhancing your unforgetable Yoga experience with a feel of a private session.

Pilates is an infinite system of exercises that promote balanced strength and flexibility. Joseph and Clara Pilates developed the method which is now nearly 100 years old. Combining Jo’s explorations in fitness, yoga and boxing with Clara’s knowledge and compassion as a nurse, they spent a lifetime applying their ideas to real people. They rehabilitated injured and sickly WW1 soldiers in England and worked to prevent injury and produce peak performance in professional athletes in New York City. From it’s conception the Pilates method was designed to fit us all. It is gentle enough for the pregnant woman and challenging enough for the pros. Even Jay-Z does it. It usually takes two years to become a fully certified Pilates instructor. We study anatomy and train rigorously acquiring a deep understanding of the body. In other words, we’ll help you to do a lot more than just squeeze your ass and try harder. At flesh + bone studio you and the instructor have the space completely to yourselves. We provide expert instruction and focused personal attention to our clients. Each session is customized to fit your body. The results are immediate.

The Owner/Director of PILATES STATEN ISLAND, Celeste Zopich, is a former dancer classically trained in ballet and Martha Graham technique. She studied and performed with The Clive Thompson Dance Company and also studied under the direction of Ms. Ellen Tharp of the Staten Island Ballet. It was her dance background that brought her to Pilates where she trained comprehensively in the STOTT™ Pilates Method and received her Certificate of Training for all levels of Pilates work. Celeste enhanced her training through work either private and in small workshop settings with Mary Bowen, Lolita San Miguel, Kathy Grant, and Ron Fletcher. Celeste holds the highest National Credential as a PMA - Gold Certified Teacher.

The premier Pilates Studio of Forest Hills, Queens, NY. Spencer Pilates Arts specializes in group and individual instruction, on the mat and machine exercises designed by Joe Pilates. Pilates is a highly effective low-impact exercise that dramatically improves your overall sense of well-being. It is suitable for all types of bodies and all levels of fitness.
Pilates can be used safely to assist in recovering from an injury. The studio regularly has clients who have suffered from back, shoulder, neck and knee pain. Pilates helps to prevent injuries by developing one’s body awareness and alignment, in a way unlike any other system of exercise. http://www.spencerpilatesarts.com

You will find that experience with SoloPilates is very different from what you have come to expect from an ordinary gym environment. You’ll leave the studio feeling taller, centered and invigorated.

Experience and explore the best of the Pilates Method and Somatic Movement Therapy under the guidance of Certified Instructor Tracie Matthews. Intuitive Motion Pilates distinguishes itself by offering personalized Pilates right in the heart of Carroll Gardens. The relationship between you and your practitioner begins with a personal assessment of your posture, muscular imbalances, and movement patterns. Each session is then customized to achieve your own fitness and wellness goals. Redefine your mind body connection with Intuitive Motion Pilates.

Regular Dahn Yoga class includes stretching, breathing exercise and meditation. It is geared for all levels, easy for beginners to follow and challenging enough for the advanced practitioner.
Are you living your life to the fullest or is the stress in your daily life affecting you emotionally? Rediscover your inner power, fulfillment, and holistic balance with the "Shim Sung" Heart Chakra workshop. For nearly twenty years, hundreds of thousands of people worldwide have taken advantage of the Shim Sung workshop to rediscover their true self. Shim Sung is a Korean phrase with deep meaning. It refers to the "root of one's heart." This workshop helps each individual connect with their core sense of being and understand their patterns of relating to others.

The Willow was founded by Jennifer Shea in 2002 with the hlep of Gina Addeo. Jenna moved to Staten Island in December 2001 from East Hampton, NY where she worked full time as a Pilates/Dance teacher at the reknowned Gurneys Inn Resort and Spa. Following September 11, 2001, Jenna wanted to use her expertise to help heal victims of this tragedy but found that nowhere on Staten Island was a facility for her to find employment.

"When The Yoga Room opened its doors in June 2003 it was a small, one room, studio offering only Hot Yoga and a few Hot Vinyasa classes. Thanks to your ongoing support, today we are offering 50+ classes a week. We offer classes to all levels, from the absolute beginner to the experienced yogi. Our highly qualified, certified instructors can easily create an appropriate starting point for any student in any posture. We invite you to join The Yoga Room community while exploring your personal yoga path."

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Divamukti™ is a Sanskrit word translating to Liberation Day, meaning the day on which you attain enlightenment of the soul. Divamukti™ is owned and operated by Jessie De La Rosa, a Jivamukti Yoga® Certified Instructor who recently won 4th place in ExerciseTV's 2008 Top Trainer Competition in the yoga instructor category. Placing him among the Top 5 Yoga Instructors in this national competition.

90-minute classes focus on postures, breath, meditation and deep relaxation. Classes are offered at both Bay Street Landing, located at 3 Victory Boulevard and at Historic Richmond Town, located at 441 Clarke Ave.

Regular Dahn Yoga class includes stretching, breathing exercise and meditation. It is geared for all levels, easy for beginners to follow and challenging enough for the advanced practitioner.

Ma Yoga Shakti Saraswati is an inspirer of the Yoga movement in India and abroad. She is known as Mataji - Revered Mother. Mataji travels extensively around the world, bringing the message of peace, harmony and good-will to people through the teachings of Yoga. She teaches yogic knowledge, to demonstrate the unity of Bhakti, Gyaan, Karma and Raja Yoga for self-unfoldment.