Eastside Wellness Studio

Eastside Food Co-op manages the scheduling of classes for the Yoga Studio in our building.  

Please contact manager Amy Fields, amy @ eastsidefood.coop, if you are interested in renting space at the studio.

For more information on any of the instructors or their classes, please check out the links below.

Class Schedule at the Co-op Studio

Sunday:

10-11:30 a.m. Mid Level Vinyasa, taught by Lisa Belfiori. Lisa has been teaching Vinyasa Yoga for the past ten years. Vinyasa is the practice of Asana or postures in a flow-based or dynamic structure. Some of the sequencing is traditional and some is improvised. As one’s practice develops so does understanding of physical capacity and the more subtle teachings of Yoga. Please click here for more information about Lisa and her classes.

NEW! Noon-1 p.m. Starting Sunday, September 12: Pilates, taught by Jamey Garner. Jamey's Pilates mat class is rooted in the Stott Pilates approach to the original teaching of Joseph Pilates. The central concept of Stott Pilates revolves around strengthening the core of the body -- the deep abdominals, lower back and the muscles around the spine. This workout is mat-based and designed to develop longer, leaner muscles, create core strength and stability and increase mind-body awareness while moving in conjunction to the breath. The class will be a dynamic, full-body workout in a supportive, friendly atmosphere, and is a low-impact workout suitable for people of all ages and health backgrounds.

4:30-6:00 p.m. Anusara (Inspired) Vinyasa, taught by Laurel Van Matre. Laurel is a certified Anusara (Inspired) Yoga instructor. She teaches a Mixed Level Vinyasa class emphasizing flowing through each posture from the heart while connecting mind, body and breath. Please click here for more information about Laurel and her classes.

Monday:

12:30-2 p.m. T'ai Chi Ch'uan Solo Form, taught by Julie Cisler. Julie is a certified seventh-generation Yang-Style T'ai Chi Ch'uan lineage holder, and has practiced T'ai Chi since 1986. The Yang-style T'ai Chi Ch'uan Solo Form is a slow, mediative sequence of movements that combine Taoist meditation and wellness practices with Chinese Kung Fu. Please click here for more information about Julie and her classes.

6:30-8 p.m. Anusara (Inspired) Mixed Level Vinyasa, taught by Laurel Van Matre.

Tuesday:

6:45-8 p.m. Level One Vinyasa, taught by Lisa Belfiori.

Wednesday:  

6:00-7:30 p.m. Aromatherapy and Hatha Yoga, taught by Ginny Herman. Ginny began practice at the Yoga Center of Minneapolis (YCM). In 2008, she attended the YCM's Yoga Study 200 hour certification program for certification in Thai Yoga Bodywork, traveling to Thailand in 2009 for advanced study. Suggested Donation is $10 per class, everyone welcome regardless of donation. Please click here for more information about Ginny and her classes.

Thursday:

6-7:30 p.m. T'ai Chi Ch'uan Solo Form, taught by Julie Cisler.

Friday:

NEW! Coming in September! Beginner Power Vinyasa Yoga, taught by Kevin Ross. Hour long beginner Vinyasa class. This class will provide posture fundamentals, ideal for new or intermediate students, in a flowing sequence that will provide a good foundation for any yoga practice. New yogis welcome!

Saturday:

9:30-11 a.m. Anusara Yoga, taught by Ali Certain. Ali teaches Anusara Yoga (a-nu-sar-a) meaning to flow with grace, going with the flow, "to follow your heart". Classes are heart-oriented, playful, and yet supported by a sophisticated set of alignment principles as taught by John Friend, founder of Anusara Yoga. Please click here for more information about Ali and her classes.

12:30-2 p.m. T'ai Chi Ch'uan Solo Form, taught by Julie Cisler.