Our Studio is a safe place for you to maintain good health, physical fitness and mental well-being through the benefits of yoga. We provide a clean, wholesome facility with quality instruction. You can develop a greater awareness of yourself and enhance the quality of your life.
The art, science and philosophy of yoga are taught according to the teachings of BKS Iyengar in the classical tradition of Astanga (8 limbed) yoga. The Iyengar method is founded in Pantanjali's Yoga Sutras and emphasizes precise and careful body alignment, muscular balance, and development of strength, stamina, and flexibility.
Come learn, have fun, and take something home with you that lasts.
Classes:
1½ Hour Beginners, Level I, and Level II Class:
$ 20.00 Monday 5:45 pm, Tuesday 6:00 pm
Beginners / Level I —The fundamental principles of the Iyengar approach of standing, seated and supine asanas (postures). Levels I / II —Building on the foundation of poses and increasing the depth of understanding. Inversions are taught. Ideal for those with previous yoga experience new to the Iyengar method.
2 Hour Level III Class:
$ 25.00 Monday 7:30 pm (Permission is necessary to enroll)
Level III —Deeper exploration of standing poses, forward bends, backbends, inversions, balances and twists. Students must have 3 or more years of experience in Iyengar Yoga to enroll in this class.
1½ Hour Ladies' Class:
$ 20.00 Tuesdays, 10:30 am
Reminders:
—Please wear footless tights, leggings or gym shorts and a T-shirt. Leotards, baggy pants and socks are not recommended.
—Please do not eat or drink anything for at least one hour before class.
—Please arrive 10 minutes before the start of each class.
—Mats, blankets, belts and other props are provided
—All classes are open to women and men.
—A changing area and restrooms are available.
—In the event of inclement weather, classes may be cancelled and/or rescheduled. Please call the Studio for a message.
—You do not need to pre-register for classes--just call the studio before the class. Include your name, address, phone number and the day & time of the class you would like to register for or attend as a drop-in. Please bring check or cash to class.
—Students are allowed to substitute or make-up classes with permission.
*** Private Lessons Available ***
Dr. Garfinkel is available for workshops and speaking engagements. Please call 215-568-2768 to make arrangements.
Marian Garfinkel, EdD
Dr. Marian Garfinkel is a Senior Intermediate Iyengar Yoga teacher with over 36 years of experience. Since 1974, she has been traveling to India to study with Yoga Master BKS Iyengar and his children Geeta and Prashant. Dr. Garfinkel is an Adjunct Professor at Temple Medical School at Temple University and a clinical researcher at the School of Podiatric Medicine at Temple University. She specializes in Yoga as Complementary Therapy for treatment and management of arthritis, musculoskeletal problems and repetitive strain injuries. Dr. Garfinkel is a clinical investigator and medical researcher at the University of Pennsylvania Medical School and at the Veterans Administration Hospital. She presents workshop for corporations, professional organizations, hospitals, community health programs and individual clients. Dr. Garfinkel is a reviewer and contributor to peer-reviewed medical journals and newsletters and is a consultant on grants, books, articles, videos and television programs. She has been published in the Journal of the American Medical Association and numerous other peer-reviewed medical journals.
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