- HOLIDAY Schedule -
Nov 26th- Dec 22nd

• You must register in advance to secure a spot in class. 
• Drop-in students are welcome when space allows.

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- Class Descriptions -

POWER VINYASA FLOW
Level I -  Asana (posture) flow sequence with suggested options so all students can feel comfortable while still feeling challenged. Class is sequenced to music.

Level 2 - Vigorous class taught in flow power style yoga to upbeat music. Class interweaves challenging poses which cultivates balance & flexibility. Student leaves feeling exhilarated yet peace filled.

HATHA YOGA
We teach the authentic, classical Hatha yoga as the yogi’s of yore practiced it. This class structure is rooted in the Sivananda lineage.

Hatha Yoga utilizes both steady postures (asana) and breathing techniques (pranayama) to bring the body-mind vehicle  into perfect balance and radiant health.  This self-cultivation system emphasizes deep breathing, mental focus & relaxation while assuming a series of steady poses. The practice increases flexibility, circulation, while toning & restoring balance to the entire  system.  It is effective at removing stress & innumerable other disorders associated with mind-body  misalignment.  The practice also adapts and tailors itself to an individual specific mind-body needs.

The beginner level classes are progressive in nature so it is imperative to attend all classes. The following class designations will help one to find their  appropriate level based on experience and training. Class size is limited ensuring personal instruction & comfortable practice.

Level I - Initiate: Teaches Fundamentals and Basics of Hatha Yoga. For those with little or no Hatha Yoga experience.

Level 2 - Practitioner: Building on a solid foundation, this class moves into more advanced Yogic techniques & variations. Requisite of one session of experience.

KIDS YOGA
Kids will stretch, strengthen, relax & enjoy the many benefits of yoga in fun & playful ways! Yoga poses blend seamlessly with storytelling, games, music, and art to provide children with an exciting unique way to develop invaluable skills, build self esteem, and explore their creative potential.

KIDS ZUMBA (Ages 6-11)
This exhilarating Latin-inspired dance fitness workout requires no prior dance experience and is tailored to kids.  Various games, routines, and dance-inspired activities fuel this high-energy workout/dance party!  It’s a great way to exercise and be healthy with bonus opportunities to learn some different styles and rhythms of music including salsa, calypso, reggaeton, hip hop and more!           Zumba Poster 

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- Class Registration -

For classes & workshops please fill and/or sign the following forms:

• Information Enrollment Form - Yoga
• Waiver Form - Yoga
• Payment Form - All Classes

General Enrollment & Payment form for classes other than Yoga

• General Enrollment & Payment Form

Ways to Register
In person: 7 Schoen Place (Pittsford, a suburb of Rochester, NY)
Phone: (585) 264-9133  
E-mail: Christa@organicalley.com

Class Fee: Please see schedule for details

Walk Ins: All are welcome with prior experience, space permitting. For beginners interested in participating in classes please call (585) 264-9133 you may need to set up an introductory class.

General Warning: If you suffer from any specific medical condition, it may prove useful to check with a licensed health practitioner prior to adopting any new  lifestyle changes.  

Yoga Practice Needs: Yoga is most effectively practiced in comfortable, loose clothing, bare feet & on an empty stomach. A yoga “sticky” mat is required. It is recommended to practice Yoga at least twice per week to enjoy the full benefits. Please be considerate to fellow practitioners by turning off all cell phones, beepers, pagers etc. Please try to minimize the use of scented fragrances.

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- Instructors / Educators -

CHRISTA TYSON, RYT
Christa received her 200hr Hatha certification under the instruction of Mehtab, Guru Karam, Jessica Montgomery and Sharon Moon in Austin, TX.  She also has hours toward her 500hr certification, specializing in Vinyasa Flow as well as Prenatal Yoga and Postnatal yoga.  Her experience teaching yoga to children stems from management of a childcare center and school for medically fragile, developmentally delayed and typically developing infants and toddlers.

CHRIS MILLER, RYT
Chris, graduated from Lafayette College with a A.B. in economics. Following graduation, Chris worked in the corporate world for several years, including at the University of Rochester. His passion to pursue yoga and other illumination arts grew strong and he decided to pursue the art and teachings of Yoga. Chris is a certified Hatha Yoga teacher at Organic Alley and is trained in the Sivananda path of Hatha Yoga. He is also the co-founder of Organic Alley.

SHELLEY CONTENTO, ZUMBA
After dancing for 13 years, Shelley fell into the world of teaching dance and aerobics by other teachers who thought she might have a knack for it. What a perfect way to combine her love for teaching and dance! For the past four years, Shelley has been teaching a range of group exercise classes including step aerobics, kickboxing, older adult fitness, and hip hop/Latin aerobics at fitness centers in college, the YMCA in Webster, and Goddess Hour Dance Studio. Shelley is thrilled to bring her Zumba Kids Program to Organic Alley! "Exercise is about feeling great, being healthy, and having fun, so working out should be just like having a party...a BIG DANCE PARTY!"

KATHY CHIAVAROLI, ARTIST
Kathy has a B.S. in German and a M.S. in Counseling. She worked as a career counselor at the National Institute for the Deaf and as a counselor for people diagnosed with cancer. It was during a retreat for cancer patients that she conducted, that she first learned about mandalas. Since the Fall of 2004, she has focused on drawing mandalas. 

DOUG MILLER, GREEN LIVING
Co-founder of Organic Alley, Doug has a passion for the sustainable movement, wellness & nutritional medicine. Doug has an M.B.A in Health Care Management and a B.S. in Economics. He has 3 children and is heavily involved in the community, including educating our local children about eating healthy and organics.

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Workshops & Events

Check back for updated Workshops and events...Rochester, NY area events.

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