Men's Yoga For New And Experienced Yogis

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Why A Men’s Yoga Class?

Standard yoga classes may be a little intimidating for men because we are not reared to be physically flexible. Practicing yoga together allows men to be part of a team in a non-competitive way and this nourishes our ancient gravitation towards a tribe of warriors.

Working together towards common goals of increased flexibility, body awareness, health, inner peace, self-confidence, or spiritual development creates powerful motivational energy enabling us to reach new heights. Consider the drafting effect of a flock of wild geese or the magnified success ratio of two lions hunting together. The positive male vibes carry through our week enhancing our personal and work relationships and our sense of purpose/mission in life.

Benefits of Yoga:

-- > Increases flexibility

--> Improves posture

--> Tones muscles

--> Improves overall health and well-being

--> Reduces effects of stress

--> Promotes relaxation

-->Fosters peace of mind

--> Deepens spiritual connections

Through regular practice of yoga we improve our range of motion which complements our athletic performance in sports and reduces the likelihood of sports-related injuries.

More subtly, yoga enhances our body awareness and we become more attuned to our body’s signals for spontaneous stretching, posture corrections and rest and relaxation.

These benefits of yoga are available to everyone from the beginner to the more experienced practitioner.

What’s Special About Men’s Yoga?

Men generally tend to hold stress and tension in the shoulders and back, and are often tight in the hips, groin and hamstrings. So we focus on loosening muscles in these areas. Additionally we focus on standing postures, balance poses, and chest openers such as virabhadrasana --warrior -- to develop a confident, grounded stance and even mind to meet the many challenges the world throws at us.

Prolonged sitting at a computer is the new smoking because it weakens muscles, reduces energy levels and negatively impacts overall health. Hip flexors and erector spinae muscles tighten while abs, glutes and hamstrings weaken. This contributes to a hunched posture and lower back pain. To correct these imbalances, we incorporate simple core and glute exercises to strengthen the abs and bring greater definition to the glutes. We also include a variety of postures to stretch the hip flexors and lower back.

Energy flow can stagnate in the pelvic region, home of the prostate gland, causing prostate inflammation or abnormal growth, and consequent increased frequency of urination, weak ejaculation and cancer. To maintain or promote health of the prostate, we focus on energizing postures for the groin such as baddhakonasana, fixed angle pose. We also strengthen the pelvic floor muscles with kegel exercises which can help improve bladder control and possibly prolong erections and improve sexual performance.

Each class includes warm-ups, partner-assisted stretches and postures, breath-work, postures, relaxation, meditation, and yogic wisdom. Modifications and enhancements to postures are suggested to accommodate individual needs. Beginners are encouraged to take their time and adapt slowly to the postures. Props such as blocks, straps, bolsters and blankets are available in studio both to assist and enhance yoga postures.

We are committed to providing an extraordinary personal experience of yoga and community. Join us on the mat where we will honor and empower your journey of personal growth and well-being. The time is now. You are worthy. Come as you are. Your body is a temple. We look forward to your joining our brotherhood of yogis.

Please bring your own yoga mat.

Per Meetup guidelines, attendees under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a guardian.

As this is a men's-only class, it is clothing-optional to deepen the mind-body connection. We start in gym shorts or briefs and there is an opportunity to remain as such or de-brief as to your personal comfort.

Frank is a certified 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher with the Yoga Alliance who is experienced in working with men who have survived trauma and are thriving.

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