Old Flow Yoga Write-up
Flow Yoga
All levels of experienced yoga practitioners
While exploring traditional yoga postures and practices, this class consists of warm-ups followed by posture flow sequences and poses for core strengthening. These are interspersed with longer held postures for an even deeper experience. Breath is linked with movement as introspection, integration, and empowerment are emphasized. A longer, meditative cool down (savasana) completes the yoga experience.
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Yoga All Day
with Sally Barber
What to Expect
Retreat from your weekend routine for a day filled with yoga!
Plus, have a head-start with yoga on Friday evening! Sally Barber leads this yoga filled event designed to promote total health and bring ease and joy into your life.
This yoga program is ideal for everyone. Those who are new will learn about and experience the diverse benefits of yoga. Seasoned yogis/yoginis will be able to deepen their personal practice. Whether solo or with friends, come to this mini
get-a-way!
Begin your weekend early with yoga on Friday evening. Enjoy a soothing class and a deep, guided relaxation. Rejoin the group for morning yoga on Saturday. Meals are on your own. Afternoon and evening programs are with yoga which is in tune with our bio-rhythms. They'll be more active earlier and more restful later.
Sally's unique style is at once informative and experiential; gentle yet challenging. Whether you are learning a pose for the first time or actually "getting" the integrative aspect of yoga, be assured you will receive exactly what is right for you.
To be held at the Westfield Yoga Center
94 N Elm Street - Suite 211, Westfield, MA 01085
Friday evening October 25, 2019
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
&
Saturday October 26, 2019
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Fee: $75
Pre-registration requested
E-mail or call the Westfield Yoga Center to pre-register
E-mail: Westfield.Yoga@Verizon.net *** (413)-568-8989
A sign-up sheet is also available
in the Westfield Yoga Center waiting room
or
Payments to be made the day of the workshop
by cash, check or debit/credit card.
About Us
The Westfield Yoga Center focuses on Hatha yoga, which is the yoga of the body. Hatha yoga uses warm-ups, physical postures, breathing exercises and relaxation techniques to bring about a wide range of physical, mental, emotional and spiritual benefits. It brings about union or integration of body, mind, and spirit.
Westfield Yoga Center owners,Tom Swochak and Sally Barber had been married for 15 years in 1993 when they enrolled in Westfield Yoga Center’s inaugural class. Their intention “to do yoga together” was more than fulfilled: four years later they assumed ownership of the center! Tom’s business background in management and accounting and Sally’s experience in clinical rehabilitation and supervision create an ideal combination for managing a yoga center. Tom enjoys combining student and teacher support with the business tasks essential for maintaining a viable enterprise. Sally loves teaching yoga and balances classes with a variety of administrative and environmental tasks. Both are involved in program development and community outreach.
Westfield Yoga Center seeks to maximize individual health and community well being through the medium of yoga. The WYC has served this mission for over 20 years.
Dear Yoga Community,
Westfield Yoga Center has suspended all ongoing, and specialty classes and series. Effective March 16, 2020, this is in response to new Massachusetts state guidelines issued Sunday night focused on the containment of the coronavirus.
We remain committed to yoga as a powerful vehicle for personal health and community well-being. We are now considering alternative ways to meet this mission while keeping everyone as safe as possible. Be assured, you will be updated accordingly as we respond to this fluid situation.
Namaste,
Tom and Sally
Partners Yoga
Led by Melissa Johnson
with her partner Chad
"The most important things in life are the connections you make with others”
-Tom Ford
Grab a friend, family member, or significant other and join us for a fun filled partners yoga class! We can take our individual yoga practice to a different level when we connect with a partner on the mat. Surely expect this to be a playful practice with an open line of communication and laughter! This all levels class will consist of partners that will support each other in poses in a way that enhances the postures and builds trust and communication. Lets unplug from our gadgets and busy lives and take some time for a meaningful and joyful yoga practice.
To be held at the Westfield Yoga Center
94 N Elm Street - Suite 211, Westfield, MA 01085
Thursday Evening
January 6, 2022 - 7:30 PM till 8:45 PM
Fee:
Members use their prepaid class packages
Eight class package members deduct $20 per pair
from their package.
Sixteen class package members deduct $18 per pair
from their package.
Non-members pay $25 per pair, the day of the class
(cash, checks debit or credit cards)
Payments are made the day of the program.
Pre-registration is required
E-mail or call the Westfield Yoga Center to pre-register
Westfield.Yoga@Verizon.net *** (413)-568-8989
A sign-up sheet is also available
in the Westfield Yoga Center waiting room
You can also register Online Click Here
Sound Meditation
Led by Jolie Therrien
What to Expect
Dress comfy, bring your favorite pillow and blanket. Allow yourself to drift away in between the blissful vibrations of Crystal Singing Bowls. Melt away stress & anxiety, while improving your sleep and mental well being.
To be held at the Westfiled Yoga Center
94 N Elm Street - Suite 211 Westfield, MA 01085
This one and a quarter hour long class is offered
Thursday evening June 9, 2022
7:30 PM to 8:45 PM
Fee:
Members use their prepaid class packages:
Eight class package members deduct $10 from their package.
Sixteen class package members deduct $9 from their package.
Non-members pay $12
Pre-registration is Required
Call or email to register
(413)-568-8989 *** E-mail Westfield.yoga@Verizon.net
A sign-up sheet is also available
in the Westfield Yoga Center waiting room.
You can also register online Click Here
What is Tai Chi?
Led by
Lenny Burlingame
What to Expect
The theme of this class is to bring slow rhythmic movements in harmony with the breath to promote deep relaxation. We will explore releasing, also known as sung, through soft, smooth, circular, spiral and rhythmic movements. Sung is a principle in Tai Chi that can be experienced without learning the complexities of a Tai Chi form. We will explore how these ideas can be integrated into daily life and, if desired, in learning a Tai Chi Form. Open conversation among class participants will lead the direction of the information shared. This class requires no prior Tai Chi experience just a willingness to learn.
Upcoming program dates
Thursday Morning
9:00 AM till 10:15 AM
July 7, 2022
Fee:
Members use their prepaid class packages:
Eight class package members deduct $10 from their package.
Sixteen class package members deduct $9 from their package.
Non-members pay $12
Pre-registration is Required
Call or email to register
(413)-568-8989 *** E-mail Westfield.yoga@Verizon.net
A sign-up sheet is also available
in the Westfield Yoga Center waiting room.
You can also register online Click Here
The Power of Breath and Stillness
Led by
Chaitali Brahmbhatt
The Power of Breath and Stillness
Led by
Chaitali Brahmbhatt
Enhance your yoga with this special meditation program. Join Chaitali to learn and experience forms of breathing to regulate not just the breath, but the life force itself.
These breathing practices will prepare you for meditation. You will learn and practice several different types of meditation, overcoming compulsive busyness and harnessing the quiet that already resides within.
Upcoming program date
Tuesday Evening
July 26, 2022
7:30 PM - 8:45 PM
Fee:
Members use their prepaid class packages:
Eight class package members deduct $10 from their package.
Sixteen class package members deduct $9 from their package.
Non-members pay $12
Pre-registration is Required
Call or email to register
(413)-568-8989 *** E-mail Westfield.yoga@Verizon.net
A sign-up sheet is also available
in the Westfield Yoga Center waiting room.
You can also register online Click Here
Yoga for Recovery
Discussion, Movement & Meditation
Recovery is regaining control, creating a shift in perspective & initiating life-long behavioral changes. The discussion portion of this class allows us to connect with like minded people. By moving the body we reduce stress and with guided meditation we calm the mind. Yoga for Recovery, allows you to take back your power of well being!
Each 90 minute class includes:
An opening discussion on a relevant topic to learn and to share.
Gentle, mindful movements to release tensions from the body.
Yogic breathing techniques to reduce stress and anxiety.
Guided meditation to quiet the mind.
Every session makes you feel more grounded by bringing the body, mind, and spirit together.
Classes are led by Jolie Therrien, a Trauma Sensitive Hatha Yoga teacher. As a long time member of the recovery community, her teaching is infused with compassion and an open heart. Understanding that recovery is a unique & individual journey for everybody, Jolie provides a safe, non judgmental space for you to feel peace, to share and to be yourself.
All recovery is important whether it's drugs, alcohol, a loss of a loved one, gambling, depression, PTSD…. Let's walk down the road to recovery together with Yoga for Recovery and take back the power of well being!
You are Amazing
You are Worthy
You are Deserving
Let's SHINE Together!!!
What is Tai Chi?
Led by Lenny Burlingame
Thursday Morning 9:00 AM
September 22, 2022
Click Here for class information
and to register
Yin Yoga
Led by Melissa Johnson
What to Expect
Yin is a passive floor-based practice either seated or reclined. Poses are held for about 3-5 minutes followed by short periods of gentle movements where we will access deep layers of fascia and connective tissue to help bring comfort and relief to the joint system.
Dress comfortably and if you'd like, bring a favorite blanket and/or pillow! We will also have access to props here at the yoga center. Some props (pillows, blankets, blocks) may be needed to more comfortably relax in a pose. Let's join together to alleviate tension, enhance breath awareness, and develop mindfulness all while bringing some relief to our joints and connective tissues!
Upcoming program dates
Tuesday Evening 7:30 PM
January 3, 2023
Fee:
Members use their prepaid class packages:
Eight class package members deduct $10 from their package.
Sixteen class package members deduct $9 from their package.
Non-members pay $12
Pre-registration is Required
Call or email to register
(413)-568-8989 *** E-mail Westfield.yoga@Verizon.net
A sign-up sheet is also available
in the Westfield Yoga Center waiting room.
You can also register online Click Here
Emily
Salnick
Emily was called to yoga as a teenager as a means of healing and working through life challenges. This is also when she became interested in including yoga as a spiritual practice in her life. She is passionate about honoring the roots of yoga: Her aim is to pass along knowledge of the history and philosophy of yoga while emphasizing movement, breath and introspection as healing elements. Emily teaches inclusive classes which reference the Yoga Sutras, psychology and anatomy. Compassion is at the foundation of both Emily's personal practice and her teaching.
Emily's certification as a Yoga Instructor comes from My Vinyasa Practice based in Austin, Texas. As one who works in Human Services and is a current graduate student in Clinical Psychology, Emily is very interested in trauma-informed practices. She enjoys a wide variety yoga ranging from meditation and gentle restorative classes, to moderate traditional yoga, to fiery vinyasa flows. Emily is grateful to those who share their practice with her. In turn, she creates an empowering space for all.
Yoga for Recovery
Discussion, Movement & Meditation
Led by Jolie Therrien
Recovery is regaining control, shifting perspective, and creating life-long behavioral changes. Take back your power of well-being by:
· connecting with like minded people
· moving the body to reduce stress and
· meditating to calm the mind.
Yoga for Recovery joins body, mind & spirit together! This program begins with a discussion on a related topic and is followed by gentle, mindful movements which release tension from the body. Breathing techniques to reduce stress and anxiety are incorporated throughout the session. Finally, the program ends with a guided meditation that quiets the mind.
All recovery is important: drugs alcohol, loss of a loved one, gambling, depression, PTSD…..
You are Amazing *** You are Worthy *** You are Deserving
Let’s Shine Together
Instructor Bio
Jolie Therrien leads this 90 minute program. She is a certified Trauma Sensitive Hatha Yoga instructor, a Recovery Coach and a long-time member of the recovery community. As such, she creates a safe, non judgmental, atmosphere and teaches with compassion and an open heart.
Jolie understands recovery to be a unique and individual journey for everybody. She provides the space for you to have peace of mind, to feel free to share, and to be yourself.
Upcoming program date
Saturday Afternoon
February 18, 2023
3:00 PM till 4:30 PM
Fee:
Members use their prepaid class packages:
Eight class package members deduct $10 from their package.
Sixteen class package members deduct $9 from their package.
Non-members pay $12
Pre-registration is Required
Call or email to register
(413)-568-8989 *** E-mail Westfield.yoga@Verizon.net
A sign-up sheet is also available
in the Westfield Yoga Center waiting room.
You can also register online Click Here
A Taste of Tai Chi
Led by
Lenny Burlingame
What to Expect
The theme of this class is to bring slow rhythmic movements in harmony with the breath to promote deep relaxation. We will explore releasing, also known as sung, through soft, smooth, circular, spiral and rhythmic movements. Sung is a principle in Tai Chi that can be experienced without learning the complexities of a Tai Chi form. We will explore how these ideas can be integrated into daily life and, if desired, in learning a Tai Chi Form. Open conversation among class participants will lead the direction of the information shared. This class requires no prior Tai Chi experience just a willingness to learn.
Upcoming program date
Thursday Morning
9:00 AM till 10:15 AM
February 23, 2023
Fee:
Members use their prepaid class packages:
Eight class package members deduct $10 from their package.
Sixteen class package members deduct $9 from their package.
Non-members pay $12
Pre-registration is Required
Call or email to register
(413)-568-8989 *** E-mail Westfield.yoga@Verizon.net
A sign-up sheet is also available
in the Westfield Yoga Center waiting room.
You can also register online Click Here
This Core Class focuses on essential movements and stretches to improve your core function. Your abdominal, back and glute muscles, which make up your core, are responsible for providing stability, alignment, and balance. You'll strengthen this whole area with yoga, Pilates, and special breaths. This, in turn, will improve your posture and spinal health; not to mention reduce back pain. You’ll experience a long rest at the end of the class to create a beautiful union of the mind, body and spirit.
Let’s SHINE Together!!!
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Upcoming program dates
Friday Evening
March 31, 2023
5:30 PM till 6:45 PM
and/or
Friday Morning
April 14, 2023
9:00 AM till 10:15 AM
Fee:
Members use their prepaid class packages:
Eight class package members deduct $10 from their package.
Sixteen class package members deduct $9 from their package.
Non-members pay $12
Pre-registration is Required
Call or email to register
(413)-568-8989 *** E-mail Westfield.yoga@Verizon.net
A sign-up sheet is also available
in the Westfield Yoga Center waiting room.
You can also register online Click Here
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This Core Class focuses on essential movements and stretches to improve your core function. Your abdominal, back and glute muscles, which make up your core, are responsible for providing stability, alignment, and balance. You'll strengthen this whole area with yoga, Pilates, and special breaths. This, in turn, will improve your posture and spinal health; not to mention reduce back pain. You’ll experience a long rest at the end of the class to create a beautiful union of the mind, body and spirit.
Let’s SHINE Together!!!
Upcoming program dates
Friday Evening
March 31, 2023
5:30 PM till 6:45 PM
and/or
Friday Morning
April 14, 2023
9:00 AM till 10:15 AM
Fee:
Members use their prepaid class packages:
Eight class package members deduct $10 from their package.
Sixteen class package members deduct $9 from their package.
Non-members pay $12
Pre-registration is Required
Call or email to register
(413)-568-8989 *** E-mail Westfield.yoga@Verizon.net
A sign-up sheet is also available
in the Westfield Yoga Center waiting room.
You can also register online Click Here
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Sound Meditation
Led by Jolie Therrien
What to Expect
Dress comfy, bring your favorite pillow and blanket. Allow yourself to drift away in between the blissful vibrations of Crystal Singing Bowls and Reiki healing energy. Melt away stress & anxiety, while improving your sleep and mental well being.
To be held at the Westfiled Yoga Center
94 N Elm Street - Suite 211 Westfield, MA 01085
Upcoming program date
Friday Evening
May 12, 2023
6:00 PM till 7:15 PM
Fee:
Members use their prepaid class packages:
Eight class package members deduct $10 from their package.
Sixteen class package members deduct $9 from their package.
Non-members pay $12
Pre-registration is Required
Call or email to register
(413)-568-8989 *** E-mail Westfield.yoga@Verizon.net
A sign-up sheet is also available
in the Westfield Yoga Center waiting room.
You can also register online Click Here
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Yin Yoga
Led by Melissa Johnson
What to Expect
Yin is a passive floor-based practice either seated or reclined. Poses are held for about 3-5 minutes followed by short periods of gentle movements where we will access deep layers of fascia and connective tissue to help bring comfort and relief to the joint system.
Dress comfortably and if you'd like, bring a favorite blanket and/or pillow! We will also have access to props here at the yoga center. Some props (pillows, blankets, blocks) may be needed to more comfortably relax in a pose. Let's join together to alleviate tension, enhance breath awareness, and develop mindfulness all while bringing some relief to our joints and connective tissues!
Upcoming program date
Thursday Evening
May 4, 2023
7:30 PM till 8:45 PM
Fee:
Members use their prepaid class packages:
Eight class package members deduct $10 from their package.
Sixteen class package members deduct $9 from their package.
Non-members pay $12
Pre-registration is Required
Call or email to register
(413)-568-8989 *** E-mail Westfield.yoga@Verizon.net
A sign-up sheet is also available
in the Westfield Yoga Center waiting room.
You can also register online Click Here
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Are tight hips causing discomfort in your body?
Hip opening is crucial for hip mobility and health. During this series we will focus on increasing hip mobility, flexibility and stability while also strengthening. Improving range of motion and circulation can significantly reduce hip and back pain. We will build upon our movements each week while repeating some poses as a baseline to show improvement. Let’s free our hips!
Thursdays
4:00 PM till 5:15 PM
April 27th, May 4th, 11th, 18th, & 25th
Fee:
Members use their prepaid class packages for each class attended
Eight class package members deduct $10 from their package
Sixteen class package members deduct $9 from their package
Non-members pay $12 for each class attended
Pre-registration is Required
Call or email to register
(413)-568-8989 *** E-mail Westfield.yoga@Verizon.net
A sign-up sheet is also available
in the Westfield Yoga Center waiting room.
You can also register online Click Here
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Feeling a little unsteady?
Would you like to improve your balancing skills while working to get stronger?
Strengthening and balance poses help improve steadiness and enhance focus. We will build joint stability, coordination, and core strength while improving spacial body awareness. Each week we will build upon our movements while revisiting some base poses to show our improvement.
Wednesdays
7:30 PM till 8:45 PM
April 26th, May 3rd, 10th, 17th, & 24th
Fee:
Members use their prepaid class packages for each class attended
Eight class package members deduct $10 from their package
Sixteen class package members deduct $9 from their package
Non-members pay $12 for each class attended
Pre-registration is Required
Call or email to register
(413)-568-8989 *** E-mail Westfield.yoga@Verizon.net
A sign-up sheet is also available
in the Westfield Yoga Center waiting room.
You can also register online Click Here
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Katie
Howard
Katie grew up in Westfield, and has been attending WYC classes since she began her yoga practice over a decade ago. Her teaching style focuses on building compassionate awareness through meditation, focused breathing, and mindful movement. The 200hr Kripalu YTT she completed in 2019 emphasized the power of the practice on and off the mat, and the importance of a loving and gentle practice. Learn to direct your focus inward to access your body's wisdom, and create a space of ease within yourself with Katie’s classes.
Since 2019, Katie has worked as an after-school teacher at West Springfield High School where she has enjoyed leading yoga and other enrichments. She has a deep love for her Aussiedoodle Sachi who is a trusted companion on their outdoor adventures. The joy in her life comes from her family, friends, yoga practice, and her service to the community.