You should have a consistent practice — ideally at least a year — and be comfortable with foundational standing postures and introductory inversions. If you are unsure, ask your teacher. We welcome all who would like to give us a try!
Intermediate: Going Deeper Into the Practice
There is a particular pleasure in the intermediate stage of practice. You have learned enough to know what you do not know yet. The postures are familiar, but they keep revealing new things. You are building real strength and noticing real change. The work has become genuinely interesting.
Intermediate classes move through the full range of standing postures, deeper forward extensions, twists, inversion variations, and pranayama. Classes are built around a family of postures with a physical or intellectual theme — so the sequencing always has a reason. The teaching shifts from the gross shape of postures toward sensitivity — what you feel as a result of each action, and how parts of the body connect to one another.
This is also where many students find the community particularly meaningful — practicing alongside people who are committed, curious, and genuinely enjoying the depth of the work makes a real difference. Alternatives to inversions are always offered.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What does the + mean next to Intermediate?
It means the class is open to students at the Intermediate level and above. If you are an Advanced practitioner or solidly Intermediate and ready to push further, this class works for you. When in doubt, ask your teacher.
Are props still used at this level?
Yes, always. Props are tools for accessibility and awareness at every stage of practice.
What if I cannot do certain inversions?
Alternatives are always offered. No one is pushed into anything they are not ready for.
How often should I practice at this level?
Three times a week is where you will feel the most sustained progress. Consistency over time is what produces real change.
