Beginner Yoga: Level I (Drop In) -
Invigorate the body while quieting the mind.  This class is designed for students who are physically fit but new to yoga, or prefer a less-rigorous class. Attention focuses on conscious breathing, mental clarity and reduced stress while gaining strength and flexibility. The Intro to Hatha Yoga Series is recommended as a pre-requisite but not required.

Basic Flow: Level I (Drop in)
This class is a flow type yoga class that is suitable for beginners who have a basic understanding of the poses already in place and are interested in exploring how to use the breath to move between postures in a graceful way. The class will focus on strength building poses and a slow flowing sequence of postures that continues to build on the basic yoga poses. Modifications will be offered to allow each student to work at a level that leaves them feeling energized and balanced.

Intro to Yoga: Level I (Series)
(pre registration required)
This class is a perfect fit for the new yoga student wishing to "start at the beginning", learning the foundations of yoga practice. The class will teach correct breathing methods and physical alignment, focusing on the ways yoga can create vitality in the body and mind.  Other benefits include increasing strength in the arms, legs and torso, and improving balance and posture. You will learn a wide range of postures (asanas) so that you will be prepared to enter any other Hatha yoga class at Three Trees Yoga, or develop a home practice, with confidence. More information on our "getting started" page.

Gentle Yoga (Series)  
(pre registration required)
This is a six-week series that is well-suited to those who are looking for a relaxed, gentle paced workout. The class is not open to drop-ins. The poses are presented with many modifications, making the class appealing to anyone with moderate physical, medical or age-related challenges. Emphasis will be on improving balance; developing conscious breathing; cultivating strength and flexibility; and calming the mind. Ideal for seniors, individuals with MS, Chronic Fatigue or Fibromyalgia or those transitioning from illness/injury/surgery or a sedentary lifestyle. (Private consultation with the instructor is available if you are not sure whether you are suited to this class).

Gentle Yoga (Drop in)
This class is an on-going practice that is well-suited to those who are looking for a relaxed, gentle paced workout. The poses are presented with many modifications, making the class appealing to anyone with moderate physical, medical or age-related challenges. Emphasis will be on improving balance; developing conscious breathing; cultivating strength and flexibility; and calming the mind. Ideal for seniors, individuals with MS, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or Fibromyalgia or those transitioning from illness/injury/surgery or a sedentary lifestyle. (Private consultation with the instructor is available if you are not sure whether you are suited to this class).

Intermediate Yoga: Level II (Drop In)
This class is open to students who have studied yoga for at least six consecutive months. Participants will be challenged with a more rigorous practice and advanced postures. You’ll continue to develop an understanding and appreciation of Vinyasa flow, practicing more complex combinations of asanas. Must have experience with Surya Namaskar or Sun Salutation. More challenging Inversion postures and arm balance postures will be introduced. (Intro to Hatha Series or Beginner Hatha Drop In are prerequisites or by permission of instructor)

See Mixed Level , Lunchtime Yoga, Rise and Shine and Vinyasa (listed below alphabetically) for additional classes taught in the Hatha tradition.

Kundalini Yoga - Level I - II   (Series)

"Our job in life is to figure out how to be quiet enough to hear the soul's
voice and brave enough to do what it says... Kundalini Yoga is the
technology to help us claim this." -Hari Das Singh Khalsa

Kundalini Yoga is a lovely and practical study of creating awareness,
strength and calm from the internal world. Originally taught by Yogi
Bhajan, this practice gifts us with a huge toolbox for balancing the body,
mind, and soul. A typical Kundalini class includes a physical
(asana) practice, breath work (pranayam), chanting and meditation. Kundalini
Yoga helps us both quiet and engage the mind and to cultivate deep awareness
of the body. Jennifer teaches many variations of postures so that all
students can find a level of practice that serves them.

Kids Yoga (see upcoming events page for class times)

We will use games, stories, music, and group poses to make yoga fun and accessible to children.  The main focus of yoga for kids is to bring movement and awareness into our children's bodies...no ability to touch your toes or sit perfectly still required.

Benefits of Yoga for kids:
• Improves Motor Skills
• Improves Balance and Coordination
• Increases neuromuscular development
• Helps to strengthen the immune system
• Promotes healthier sleep
• Increases concentration, focus and attention span
• Stimulates auditory processing and responsiveness
• Balances energy
• Builds confidence and self-esteem
• Develops discipline and self-control
• Enables social interaction and self expression
• Encourages a fit and healthy life style
• Its fun!

Parents are invited to wait in our reception room and sip hot tea or water during class. We have found that if the parents remain in the room the kids tend to perform for their parents and the child misses out on having an internal experience. 

Parent & Me Yoga 

Designed for preschoolers  (ages 2 1/2 - 5) along with a parent, grandparent or caregiver.  We will use yoga as the tool to bring movement and awareness into the bodies of preschoolers.  We use animals, sounds, colors, shapes and numbers in our poses along with games, stories, and music to make yoga educational and enjoyable for our little ones.

Lunchtime Yoga: Level I - II ( drop in)
Enjoy a healthy alternative to lunch on the run. This hatha yoga class will strengthen, stretch, and relax you. You'll feel refreshed and return to work energized.

Meditation Workshop

Meditation is an invaluable tool for self inquiry and insight as well as a pathway for releasing obstacles to health and well-being. As always, we will play with different techniques to aid in your process of developing awareness and inner peace.  Give yourself this hour to cultivate a quiet place with in. 
No experience necessary.

Mixed Level Yoga: Level I - II (Drop-In)
This class is designed for Beginners and Intermediates to work side by side practicing solid fundamentals and the classic yoga asanas. You'll begin to gain a deeper awareness of your body and develop higher levels of focus, strength, flexibility and endurance. You’ll be introduced to inversions and more complex postures, as well as hold postures for longer periods. You’ll continue to develop an understanding and appreciation of Vinyasa flow. Modifications will be introduced for complex poses so that beginners can work comfortably at their own level.

Partner’s Yoga - all levels (workshop) 
This is a fun class that is designed to bring two people, either life partners or fitness buddies, together through yoga and touch. We explore new and creative ways to do traditional yoga postures, modifying them to fit the unique needs of each couple. Release tension, strengthen your body and your mind as you deepen your relationship in a light, playful atmosphere.  All participants are invited to go out to dinner afterwards to complete the evening of fun.

Prenatal Yoga (Series)  
Prenatal Yoga can help you have the best possible pregnancy and delivery and ensure a loving, nurturing environment for your baby right from the start.

* Encourages an awareness and appreciation for your body
as you undergo the many changes that pregnancy brings.

*Regular yoga practice helps to reduce swelling, back and
leg pain, and insomnia.

* Can increase focus, concentration and decrease stress and
anxiety.

* A place to honor and share your experience with other
moms-to-be.

Private Yoga Class ($60 per hour, by appointment)
Private classes are available by appointment. These sessions are ideal for anyone who is not suited to working in a group class because of illness/injury/or surgery. Recommended for individuals who are currently undergoing or have just completed cancer treatment. Private, restorative yoga sessions can help alleviate some of the discomfort associated with conventional treatment and offer a way to step out of the cycle of pain and depletion that often accompanies this illness. Private yoga sessions are recommended in support of anxiety issues, and digestive disorders as well as for those with MS, Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome who do not have the energy to attend group classes.  Students wanting to deepen their yoga practice, develop a home practice or work on individual alignment are also welcome.

In collaboration with the Veterans Administration Puget Sound Deployment Health Clinic,
Dhaval Dhru MD, Janice Sack-Ory and Suzy Green-Cindrich are offering free private introductory yoga sessions to veterans and their family members. If you are a veteran of any war and would like to explore how yoga can benefit you please call Suzy at 253- 861-5644.

Restorative Yoga Workshop

This class involves only the most delicious yoga poses. It includes very gentle stretching as well as relaxing postures that are held for several minutes. The body is invited to release and let go
while the mind is encouraged to be quiet and awake.
You will experience a variety of poses that help to: * relieve anxiety and nervousness * treat and prevent head aches * soothe the nervous system *combat insomnia * relieve depression and foggy thinking * improve digestion * reduce symptoms of PMS * refresh and rejuvenate the entire body.  
Dim lights, soft music, bolsters, blankets and lavender-scented eye pillows will assist you in releasing tension from the body and the mind.  Float home and enjoy the rest of your week end in peace.
No previous yoga experience required. All props are provided although you are encouraged to bring your own if you have them.

Rise and Shine Yoga : Level I - II (Drop In)
Start your day off in the best possible way-with your practice. In this class we start with pranayama, move to core work, build heat with the sun salute and finish the practice off with some deeper poses.

Stress Management: Level I (Series)

Stressed? Trouble turning your brain off?
In this class we will explore various techniques to manage stressors as they arise. We will start with some breathing techniques to promote relaxation, we'll do some gentle movement and stretches, and finish with restorative yoga (completely passive poses designed to repair frazzled nervous systems). This class is open to all levels. No previoius yoga experience or flexibility is required.

Tai Chi - (series)  
Tai Chi - For those wanting to learn the traditional Yang style long form.

Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese system of slowly flowing movements and shifts of balance that strengthens the legs while conditioning the tendons and ligaments of the ankles, knees, and hips, increasing their range of motion and making them more resilient, less prone to injury. The constant weight shifts practiced in Tai Chi increase balance and body awareness, leading to greater ease of movement within the practice and in everyday life. Tai Chi is a physical practice that focuses the mind, while conditioning the body. Tai Chi is associated with the following benefits:
more efficient breathing, reduced blood pressure, slower declines in cardiovascular power, increased bone density, increased strength and range of motion of joints, greater leg strength, knee strength and flexibility, reduced levels of stress hormones during and after practice, improved immune function, and heightened mood states.

Tai Chi/Qigong - drop in with a monthly Mid-day Tai Chi/Qigong Pass (pricing details here)
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 12:00 - 1:15PM and Fridays 12:15 - 1:30 PM

"Western science and medicine are now proving what Eastern science and medicine have known for thousands of years - there is an energy grid in your body.  Several of the ancient ways of accessing this grid (acupuncture, Tai Chi and Qigong) have recently been tested using western scientific methodology. These tests have not only proven their medical efficacy, but by inference, their underlying philosophy. Using Tai Chi and Qigong techniques taught in this class you will learn how to access this grid to greatly improve your health and well being.  Tai Chi and Qigong have enormous therapeutic effects including reduced stress, lowered blood pressure, aerobic benefits, stronger bones in post menopausal women, decreased pain in arthritis patients, and improved balance, coordination,blood and energy flow. No more cold hands or feet.  The Hunyuan Taiji system is the curriculum for this class. This system focuses on a strong foundation in Qigong and Chen Style Tai Chi" - Lawrence Loofbourrow

Tuesdays and Thursdays: 12:00 - 1:15PM and Fridays 12:15 - 1:30 PM
This is a unique class and unlike our other yoga and tai chi programs. The student purchases a One Month drop in Mid-day tai chi/qigong pass, after trying the first class for free. This pass enables the student to attend all of the Mid-day Tai Chi/Qigong classes (ave. 12 per month).  If you start after the first of the month, you will be prorated for the classes that you missed. (You can't do this yourself online so please pay by check or contact us at the studio for assistance.)

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Vinyasa or Flow Yoga: Level I - II (Drop in) 
 
This class is a flow type yoga class where you move from one pose to another in a graceful way and in time with your breathe .Energize your body and reduce stress with a vigorous vinyasa or flow yoga class. It will build strength and endurance. The class is suitable for Intermediate students or Beginners with at least six months of a dedicated yoga practice. It is important to have an understanding of the basic poses already in place.

Basic Flow: Level I (Drop in)

This class is a flow type yoga class that is suitable for beginners who have a basic understanding of the poses already in place and are interested in exploring how to use the breath to move between postures in a graceful way. The class will focus on strength building poses and a slow flowing sequence of postures that continues to build on the basic yoga poses. Modifications will be offered to allow each student to work at a level that leaves them feeling energized and balanced.



Yin Yoga: Level I - II (Drop in) 

Yin is a simple, quiet practice that explores the connective tissue and joints of the body. The major differences between a yin and a traditional yoga practice are that yin postures are passive and done with the muscles relaxed. The poses are held on the floor, for a length of time. This is because connective tissue does not stretch like muscle and does not respond well to brief stresses. The focus of Yin Yoga, then, is to keep the joints and connective tissues of the body mobile. The regular practice of Yin yoga frees areas of chronic tightness primarily in the hips, legs, and lower back.

If this isn’t reason enough to try Yin Yoga, it also serves to increase awareness and chi flow to the connective tissues throughout the body. It is thought that these tissues contain the meridians of Chinese medicine, or acupuncture theory. The practice of Yin Yoga stimulates the meridians as they flow through the joints and helps restore vital energy to our organ systems. 

The yin aspect of yoga, therefore, is vital for a balanced approach to our physical and mental sense of well being. Yin yoga allows for the physical body to release areas of tightness, for energy enhancement, and for the cultivation of inward focus and surrender. It is a great complement to more active forms of yoga or for those who prefer more muscular activities. The practice is quiet and passive; it has a quality of stillness. Learning to be still and to enjoy that stillness, helps us to find calm amid the chaos of our daily lives.

Although this class is open to all levels, be aware that it is not an easy practice, due to the long holding of postures. Pregnant women welcome.

Yoga for Seniors (Series)

It is never too late to start yoga. With advancing age yoga is more necessary than ever. In this class we will develop a gentle and challenging practice that will regain or improve your mobility, flexibility, strength and endurance as well as mental clarity and focus. The class will include  Asanas (physical poses) based on individual need, Pranayam(Breathing practices) and Mindfulness  so as to feel energized, invigorated, focused and with a heightened sense of wellbeing.  No previous yoga experience is necessary. Don’t worry if you have not done any yoga before. Just come with enthusiasm, a positive attitude and an open mind and experience all the benefits yoga has to offer.

Yoga with a Beat Workshop

This class is inspired by the play of yoga rather than the study of yoga. Students must be familiar with alignment of basic poses as there is little instruction on fundamentals. It is a energizing vinyasa class for those yogis who understand their limits and are not working with an injury or health limitation. This flow style class is accompanied with some great tunes to keep us moving. Come play!

Yoga Nidra Workshop 

Yoga Nidra is a powerful technique in which you learn to relax consciously. In Yoga Nidra, the state of relaxation is reached by turning inwards, away from outer experiences. One appears to be asleep, but the consciousness is functioning at a deeper level of awareness. For this reason, yoga nidra is often referred to as psychic sleep or deep relaxation with inner awareness. In this threshold state between sleep and wakefulness, contact with the subconscious and unconscious dimensions occurs spontaneously. This is yoga nidra, the state of dynamic sleep. Just come, get into savasana (a pose that involves lying flat on the floor), and enjoy!

Yoga for Veterans

In collaboration with the Veterans Administration Puget Sound Deployment Health Clinic,
Dhaval Dhru MD, Janice Sack-Ory and Suzy Green-Cindrich are offering free private introductory yoga sessions to veterans and their family members. If you are a veteran of any war and would like to explore how yoga can benefit you please call Suzy at 253- 861-5644.