Inhale, Exhale, Run - Yoga Schedule

Inhale, Exhale, Run

Power Yoga Spring Series: Confluence Creative Arts Center

3/16/2023

Power Yoga uses the breath to guide each pose through a flowing vinyasa-style practice that incorporates standing postures, hip and shoulder-opening poses, back bends, forward folds and twists. This is an all-levels, well-rounded practice that infuses total-body strengthening with coordination, balance and flexibility. Modifications and variations will be given to suit every body.

6-7:15 p.m., Wednesdays
April 12,19 & 26 and May 3

Confluence Creative Arts Center
533 Williams St., Confluence, PA 15424

$10 minimum donation
30 percent goes toward the Confluence Creative Arts Center
Cash and Venmo accepted

Bring your own yoga mat

December 2021 Yoga Schedule

11/12/2021

Classes at Uniontown YMCA
1 YMCA Dr., Uniontown, Pa. 15401

Slow Flow
9:30 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 1, 8 & 15
Class will be held in the upstairs room above the check-in desk

This all-levels flow (vinyasa) yoga class links breath with movement in a light and creative way. Moving at a slow, steady pace allows time for students to fully experience each posture, building strength and coordination in standing and balancing poses and deepening flexibility and relaxation in seated and supine stretches. Slow Flow increases mind-body awareness and total-body strength and provides a healthy challenge through graceful sequencing. This is a soul-soothing class perfect for new to advanced practitioners. 50 minutes.

Classes are free for YMCA members. Non-members can purchase punch cards at the front desk. $40 for 6 classes and $75 for 15 classes. Class passes do not expire.

November 2021 Yoga Schedule

10/28/2021

Classes at Uniontown YMCA
1 YMCA Dr., Uniontown, Pa. 15401

Slow Flow
9:30 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 3, 10 & 17
Class will be held in the upstairs room above the check-in desk

This all-levels flow (vinyasa) yoga class links breath with movement in a light and creative way. Moving at a slow, steady pace allows time for students to fully experience each posture, building strength and coordination in standing and balancing poses and deepening flexibility and relaxation in seated and supine stretches. Slow Flow increases mind-body awareness and total-body strength and provides a healthy challenge through graceful sequencing. This is a soul-soothing class perfect for new to advanced practitioners. 50 minutes.

Classes are free for YMCA members. Non-members can purchase punch cards at the front desk. $40 for 6 classes and $75 for 15 classes. Class passes do not expire.

Virtual Yoga - September 2020

9/20/2020

Here's my first virtual yoga class, made for you, with you in mind!

60-Minute Yoga Flow (1:03:35 to be exact) - a breath-centered, vinyasa flow practice with elements of power yoga and slow flow interwoven throughout, with modifications given. This flow offers a little bit of everything, excellent for all-levels. Begin standing at the top of the mat, warm up with sun salutations, build strength and balance in standing poses, work the core, open the front body with back bends, wind down with seated forward folds and hip openers and let it all go with final relaxation (svasana). Filmed at the Uniontown YMCA.

Click here to take the class.

Namaste!

Brynn :)

March 2020 Yoga Schedule

2/26/2020

Classes at Uniontown YMCA
1 YMCA Dr., Uniontown, Pa. 15401

Slow Flow
5 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, 11
10:15 a.m., Friday, March 6, 13

This all-levels flow (vinyasa) yoga class links breath with movement in a light and creative way. Moving at a slow, steady pace allows time for students to fully experience each posture, building strength and coordination in standing and balancing poses and deepening flexibility and relaxation in seated and supine stretches. Slow Flow increases mind-body awareness and total-body strength and provides a healthy challenge through graceful sequencing. This is a soul-soothing class perfect for new to advanced practitioners. 50 minutes.

Classes are free for YMCA members. Non-members can purchase punch cards at the front desk. $40 for 6 classes and $75 for 15 classes. Class passes do not expire.

Yin Yoga
11:15 a.m., Friday, March 6, 13

Yin Yoga, an all-levels practice, was developed as a means to improve hip and spinal health. Students hold seated and supine poses for two to 10 minutes in an effort to decompress the joints and remove blockages from the connective tissue (ligaments, tendons and fascia) with attention to breathing. Yin Yoga can provide a sense of therapeutic healing to the physical body and nervous system. This is an excellent, complementary practice to balance an active lifestyle, high impact sports, a busy work life and stress affecting the mind and soul. 25 minutes.

Classes are free for YMCA members. Non-members can purchase punch cards at the front desk. $40 for 6 classes
and $75 for 15 classes. Class passes do not expire.

Power Yoga
6:30-7:45 a.m., Saturday, March 7

Power Yoga uses the breath to guide each pose through a flowing vinyasa-style practice that incorporates standing postures, hip and shoulder-opening poses, balance play, back bends, forward folds and twists. A well-rounded practice that infuses total-body strengthening with coordination, balance and flexibility. All-levels with modifications and variations given to suit every body. 75 minutes. Regular YMCA Slow Flow yogis, this class is for you!

Class takes place in aerobics room where regular classes are held.

Free for YMCA members. Non-members can purchase punch cards at the front desk. $40 for 6 classes and $75 for 15 classes. Class passes do not expire.

Yoga Arm Balance Workshop - CANCELED DUE TO COVID-19 CLOSURES
9-10:30 a.m., Saturday, March 14

This workshop will explore the foundations (core strength, balance, open hips and shoulders) for safely lifting into challenging, playful arm balances with integrity and correct alignment within the realm of a flowing, power yoga format. The focus is on starting from the ground up and learning what it takes to build toward arm balances, and the intention is to have fun! Beginning with a warm-up that targets the core and stretches the shoulders and hips, students will learn the keys to approaching classical arm balances with courage and mindfulness by using the breath. Each pose will be broken down, step-by-step, in a precise, thoughtful, safe way, while keeping the rhythm of the vinyasa flow and cadence of ujayi breath. Leave your ego at home, bring a light heart and smile, and get ready to delve into a lifetime of exploration that can take your practice to the next level! Props used: blocks and straps.

Please arrive 15-20 minutes if you plan to register on Saturday. For those who attended the February workshop, new arm balances will be presented as well as new approaches to handstands.

YMCA Members: $10
Non-members: $25
*Please register at the welcome center or by calling 724-438-2584

January & February 2020 Yoga Schedule

1/16/2020

Classes at Uniontown YMCA
1 YMCA Dr., Uniontown, Pa. 15401

Slow Flow
5 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 and Feb. 5, 12, 19 & 26
10:15 a.m., Friday, Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 and Feb. 7, 14, 21 & 28

This all-levels flow (vinyasa) yoga class links breath with movement in a light and creative way. Moving at a slow, steady pace allows time for students to fully experience each posture, building strength and coordination in standing and balancing poses and deepening flexibility and relaxation in seated and supine stretches. Slow Flow increases mind-body awareness and total-body strength and provides a healthy challenge through graceful sequencing. This is a soul-soothing class perfect for new to advanced practitioners. 50 minutes.

Classes are free for YMCA members. Non-members can purchase punch cards at the front desk. $40 for 6 classes and $75 for 15 classes. Class passes do not expire.

Yin Yoga
11:15 a.m., Friday, Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 and Feb. 7, 14, 21 & 28

Yin Yoga, an all-levels practice, was developed as a means to improve hip and spinal health. Students hold seated and supine poses for two to 10 minutes in an effort to decompress the joints and remove blockages from the connective tissue (ligaments, tendons and fascia) with attention to breathing. Yin Yoga can provide a sense of therapeutic healing to the physical body and nervous system. This is an excellent, complementary practice to balance an active lifestyle, high impact sports, a busy work life and stress affecting the mind and soul. 25 minutes.

Classes are free for YMCA members. Non-members can purchase punch cards at the front desk. $40 for 6 classes
and $75 for 15 classes. Class passes do not expire.

Prenatal Yoga
6-7 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 8 & 22 and Feb. 5 & 19
Class takes place in the new auxiliary room

This prenatal yoga class will flow through a series of sequences designed to balance energy, from light, energizing, active postures to deeply restorative, soothing ones. Poses will focus on strengthening and preparation for birth, relaxation for a joyful, peaceful pregnancy and poses to accommodate the growing belly.

Common pregnancy ailments, such as sciatica, pubic symphysis pain, nausea, sleeplessness, digestive issues, round ligament pain, tight hips and back and anxiety will be addressed.

Meditation to connect mom with baby and to manage fears and doubts of labor and motherhood will be incorporated. Students will be taught breathing exercises to promote peace and balance.

Suitable for women in their first, second and third trimesters. Must be 12 weeks pregnant or more to attend.

Located in auxiliary room/ask at front desk

PRICE: Classes are free for YMCA members. Non-members can purchase punch cards at the front desk. $40 for 6 classes and $75 for 15 classes. Class passes do not expire. Please inquire about prenatal yoga prices for non-members. MEMBERS and NON-MEMBERS MUST SIGN IN AT FRONT DESK.

Yoga Arm Balance Workshop
9-10:30 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 22

This workshop will explore the foundations (core strength, balance, open hips and shoulders) for safely lifting into challenging, playful arm balances with integrity and correct alignment within the realm of a flowing, power yoga format. The focus is on starting from the ground up and learning what it takes to build toward arm balances, and the intention is to have fun! Beginning with a warm-up that targets the core and stretches the shoulders and hips, students will learn the keys to approaching classical arm balances with courage and mindfulness by using the breath. Each pose will be broken down, step-by-step, in a precise, thoughtful, safe way, while keeping the rhythm of the vinyasa flow and cadence of ujayi breath. Leave your ego at home, bring a light heart and smile, and get ready to delve into a lifetime of exploration that can take your practice to the next level! Props used: blocks and straps.

YMCA Members: $10
Non-members: $25
*Please register at the welcome center or by calling 724-438-2584

December 2019 Yoga Schedule

12/11/2019

*All regular YMCA yoga classes are scheduled except NO CLASS held during Christmas week. Prenatal yoga 6-7 p.m. the first three Wednesdays*

November 2019 Yoga Schedule

10/20/2019

Classes at Uniontown YMCA
1 YMCA Dr., Uniontown, Pa. 15401

Slow Flow
5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, 13, 20 & 27
10:15 a.m., Friday, Nov. 8, 15, 22 & 29

This all-levels flow (vinyasa) yoga class links breath with movement in a light and creative way. Moving at a slow, steady pace allows time for students to fully experience each posture, building strength and coordination in standing and balancing poses and deepening flexibility and relaxation in seated and supine stretches. Slow Flow increases mind-body awareness and total-body strength and provides a healthy challenge through graceful sequencing. This is a soul-soothing class perfect for new to advanced practitioners. 50 minutes.

Classes are free for YMCA members. Non-members can purchase punch cards at the front desk. $40 for 6 classes and $75 for 15 classes. Class passes do not expire.

Yin Yoga
11:15 a.m., Friday, Nov. 8, 15, 22 & 29

Yin Yoga, an all-levels practice, was developed as a means to improve hip and spinal health. Students hold seated and supine poses for two to 10 minutes in an effort to decompress the joints and remove blockages from the connective tissue (ligaments, tendons and fascia) with attention to breathing. Yin Yoga can provide a sense of therapeutic healing to the physical body and nervous system. This is an excellent, complementary practice to balance an active lifestyle, high impact sports, a busy work life and stress affecting the mind and soul. 25 minutes.

Classes are free for YMCA members. Non-members can purchase punch cards at the front desk. $40 for 6 classes
and $75 for 15 classes. Class passes do not expire.

Yoga for Runners
9-11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 16
Uniontown YMCA, 1 YMCA Dr., Uniontown, Pa. 15401
Class takes place in the new auxiliary room

The Yoga for Runners Workshop (two hours in length) is open to all levels of runners (beginners to elite) and yoga practitioners (no experience to advanced). The workshop includes a vinyasa-style yoga practice beginning with a dynamic sequence (designed to be performed pre-run as a warm-up) and moves seamlessly into sun salutations that link strength-building exercises and yoga poses targeting muscle groups specific to running. The physical portion of the workshop ends with a relaxing, cooling flow accompanied by longer-held poses aimed at releasing connective tissue and common tight areas in the body due to running. The workshop incorporates myo-fascial release exercises using foam rollers (bring your own) and therapy tools. Guided meditation and breath work (pranayama) designed to enhance running performance is interwoven throughout the practice. Participants will receive electronic copies of the workshop's running resources via email post-workshop and must bring their own foam roller. The purpose of the workshop is to create a mind/body/spirit connection with running using yoga as a conduit and breathing as the primary guiding element so that running becomes a lifelong, enjoyable, rhythmic practice, with yoga at it's core. Also suitable for run/walkers, hikers, cyclists and triathletes.

Workshop fee:
$25/ $20 for high school and college students with ID

Register: By calling 724-438-2584 or stopping by the Welcome Center (front desk)

Inhale Exhale Run super soft, gray, organic cotton unisex t-shirts for sale on day of workshop/ Price: $25 (Paypal, cash and check accepted)

Email workshop facilitator Brynn Cunningham at brynnestella7@gmail.com with questions.

Prenatal Yoga
6-7 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 6, 13 & 20
Uniontown YMCA, 1 YMCA Dr., Uniontown, Pa. 15401
Class takes place in the new auxiliary room

This prenatal yoga class will flow through a series of sequences designed to balance energy, from light, energizing, active postures to deeply restorative, soothing ones. Poses will focus on strengthening and preparation for birth, relaxation for a joyful, peaceful pregnancy and poses to accommodate the growing belly.

Common pregnancy ailments, such as sciatica, pubic symphysis pain, nausea, sleeplessness, digestive issues, round ligament pain, tight hips and back and anxiety will be addressed.

Meditation to connect mom with baby and to manage fears and doubts of labor and motherhood will be incorporated. Students will be taught breathing exercises to promote peace and balance.

Suitable for women in their first, second and third trimesters. Must be 12 weeks pregnant or more to attend.

Located in auxiliary room/ask at front desk

PRICE: Classes are free for YMCA members. Non-members can purchase punch cards at the front desk. $40 for 6 classes and $75 for 15 classes. Class passes do not expire.

September & October 2019 Yoga Schedule

9/5/2019

Classes at Uniontown YMCA
1 YMCA Dr., Uniontown, Pa. 15401

Slow Flow
5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4, 11, 18 & 25 and Oct. 9, 16, 23 & 30 (NO CLASS 10/2)
10:15 a.m., Friday, Sept. 6, 13 & 20 (NO CLASS 9/27) and Oct. 4, 11, 18 & 25

This all-levels flow (vinyasa) yoga class links breath with movement in a light and creative way. Moving at a slow, steady pace allows time for students to fully experience each posture, building strength and coordination in standing and balancing poses and deepening flexibility and relaxation in seated and supine stretches. Slow Flow increases mind-body awareness and total-body strength and provides a healthy challenge through graceful sequencing. This is a soul-soothing class perfect for new to advanced practitioners. 50 minutes.

Classes are free for YMCA members. Non-members can purchase punch cards at the front desk. $40 for 6 classes and $75 for 15 classes. Class passes do not expire.

Yin Yoga
11:15 a.m., Friday, Sept. 6, 13 & 20 (NO CLASS 9/27) and Oct. 4, 11, 18 & 25

Yin Yoga, an all-levels practice, was developed as a means to improve hip and spinal health. Students hold seated and supine poses for two to 10 minutes in an effort to decompress the joints and remove blockages from the connective tissue (ligaments, tendons and fascia) with attention to breathing. Yin Yoga can provide a sense of therapeutic healing to the physical body and nervous system. This is an excellent, complementary practice to balance an active lifestyle, high impact sports, a busy work life and stress affecting the mind and soul. 25 minutes.

Classes are free for YMCA members. Non-members can purchase punch cards at the front desk. $40 for 6 classes
and $75 for 15 classes. Class passes do not expire.

Acupuncture & Yin Yoga for Autumn
5:30-6:45 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 24
OMBody, 90 W. Main St., Uniontown, Pa.

Pre-registration required/must sign up by 12 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 24
Cost: $30 per person
Register at www.ombodymassageandwellness.com

Join Melissa Murtha, LAc, MSTOM, and Brynn Cunningham, RYT-200, for the third annual acupuncture and yoga event to usher in the autumn season. Brynn will guide students through yin yoga poses targeting the joints and connective tissue of the hips, pelvis and low back on the physical level and the Lung and Large Intestine meridians on the energetic level. While students are holding the still, grounding Yin postures for two to 10 minutes, Melissa will insert acupuncture beads or seeds into the ears with the intention of clearing the pathways of the late summer organ meridians, the Spleen/Pancreas and Stomach, while strengthening the autumn organ meridians of the Lung and Large Intestine. According to Chinese Medicine, autumn is the time of Metal, associated with air and the lungs. Likewise, the YinYoga Meridian Theory states that when we practice certain poses we facilitate healing and balance energy through the compression and stretching of meridians with deep, diaphragmatic breathing. Melissa and Brynn will lead students in meditation as they recline in complete surrender and attune themselves with the transition of the seasons. Class will end with an extended supported Svasana and Yoga Nidra. Please wear loose fitting clothing shorts for proper placement of needles.

About Melissa: Melissa Murtha, LAc., is a Uniontown native who had always been interested in the self-healing power of the human body. She developed her desire to be an acupuncturist as early as her sophomore year of high school. After earning a BA in psychology from LaSalle University, she and her husband moved to Chicago so she could attend the renowned Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, where she received her Master's of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine. Upon passing her National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine board exams, she moved back to her hometown, where she has had a practice since then with Braun Chiropractic PC. Two years ago, she expanded her practice, forming Red Lily Acupuncture LLC and opened a second location in Greensburg, PA. She and her husband have three amazing daughters.

June, July & August 2019 Yoga Schedule

6/17/2019

Classes at Uniontown YMCA
1 YMCA Dr., Uniontown, Pa. 15401

Slow Flow
5 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, 12, 19 & 26 and July 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 and Aug. 7, 14, 21 & 28
10:15 a.m., Friday, June 7, 14, 21 & 28 and July 5, 12, 19 & 26 and Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30

This all-levels flow (vinyasa) yoga class links breath with movement in a light and creative way. Moving at a slow, steady pace allows time for students to fully experience each posture, building strength and coordination in standing and balancing poses and deepening flexibility and relaxation in seated and supine stretches. Slow Flow increases mind-body awareness and total-body strength and provides a healthy challenge through graceful sequencing. This is a soul-soothing class perfect for new to advanced practitioners. 50 minutes.

Classes are free for YMCA members. Non-members can purchase punch cards at the front desk. $40 for 6 classes and $75 for 15 classes. Class passes do not expire.

Yin Yoga
11:15 a.m., Friday, June 7, 14, 21 & 28 and July 5, 12, 19 & 26 and Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30

Yin Yoga, an all-levels practice, was developed as a means to improve hip and spinal health. Students hold seated and supine poses for two to 10 minutes in an effort to decompress the joints and remove blockages from the connective tissue (ligaments, tendons and fascia) with attention to breathing. Yin Yoga can provide a sense of therapeutic healing to the physical body and nervous system. This is an excellent, complementary practice to balance an active lifestyle, high impact sports, a busy work life and stress affecting the mind and soul. 25 minutes.

Classes are free for YMCA members. Non-members can purchase punch cards at the front desk. $40 for 6 classes
and $75 for 15 classes. Class passes do not expire.