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Self-Confidence Practice
 60 min Level 1/2
  Basics | By Steven Espinosa on Jun 09 2011
A strong mixed level class with gradual opening warm up leading into an energetic flow of Sun Salutations and Standing Poses. Continues with hip, thigh and hamstring openers followed by further standing pose series. Concludes with backbends in Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana) and/or Upward Facing Bow (Urdhva Danurasana). Primary focus is on mindful, conscious movement of breath and body. Combined with alignment awareness to create a safe experience while building our self confidence.
 
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A strong mixed level class with gradual opening warm up leading into an energetic flow of Sun Salutations and Standing Poses. Continues with hip, thigh and hamstring openers followed by further standing pose series. Concludes with backbends in Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana) and/or Upward Facing Bow (Urdhva Danurasana). Primary focus is on mindful, conscious movement of breath and body. Combined with alignment awareness to create a safe experience while building our self confidence.


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  • Steven Espinosa     August 06 2011
    Hello Lindsay! Thank you for your sweet note. I am glad that you enjoyed the class. I agree that it may be a little slower for more experienced yogis. Which is one of the great things about YogaGlo is that you have so many wonderful teachers and styles to choose from! Hope you have a beautiful day! Steven.
  • Steven Espinosa     July 11 2011
    Erica! OMG. Of course I remember you! Thanks so much for your sweet message. Yes, it was also sad for me too. The hardest part was not being able to say goodbye to wonderful people like you. But it makes me very happy that you found YogaGlo and are enjoying the work we are all doing. Please come in and take class sometime at the studio. It would be so great to see you! Lotsa Love, Steven
  • Erica Swensson     July 07 2011
    Steven, it's Erica Swensson from City Yoga (shoulder injury, Tu Th evening class). I was so sad when you left -- I miss you!!! I was so glad to find you here. I hope all is well -- best e
  • Steven Espinosa     June 21 2011
    Hello Cathy! Thanks for the wonderful comments. So glad you enjoyed the class and the theme. Not only are you good enough - you are great! Beautiful day, Steven.
  • Cathy Benthagen     June 18 2011
    Loved the theme...reminding us especially when practicing that we are always good enough....great to practice with you today...as always thank you !!!
  • Steven Espinosa     June 16 2011
    Hello Nicole. Thanks for you sweet comments. When I first began teaching I used music quite frequently. But now after 11 years I try to keep the focus on clear verbal instruction especially when it is online. But I would be happy to accommodate your request and add music occasionally. Thanks for the suggestion! Namaste, Steven.
  • Steven Espinosa     June 16 2011
    Hi Ann. Last night we filmed a new class. In it I did a demo and break down of Pigeon pose. Look for the class titled "Yoga Is For Everybody." It should be posted fairly soon. Let me know if that helps! Best, Steven.
  • Nicole Parker     June 15 2011
    Steven - I really appreciate your energy as you lead your classes. I do wish that you would add one thing though - music. It really helps me to focus on my poses better.
  • Steven Espinosa     June 15 2011
    Hi Ann. No worries. I'm sure many people have questions about pigeon. It can be a tricky pose. So the next class I film I will do a demonstration and break it down. Then I will email you to let you know the "theme title" so you can find it online. How does that sound? Hope that helps! Steven.
  • Ann Lenertz     June 14 2011
    Hi Steven, I apologize I did not make myself clear. I have a question about pigeon. Is there a segment that you have described this pose? I want to make sure i am doing it correctly. thank you for your patience.
  • Steven Espinosa     June 14 2011
    Hi Ann! Thank you for your sweet comment. It really means a lot to me. So happy that you feel better in Pigeon. Anytime you have a question about a pose please feel free to email me and I will do my best to answer it or even address it in a future segment. Have a lovely day! Steven.
  • Ann Lenertz     June 14 2011
    You are a great teacher. Thank you for all you do. I am struggling with feeling comfortable with pigeon pose. I couldn't find a practice segment that explains it. Did I just not look in the right place?
  • Ann Lenertz     June 14 2011
    You are a great teacher. Thank you for all you do. I am struggling with feeling comfortable with pigeon pose. I couldn't find a practice segment that explains it. Did I just not look in the right place?
  • Steven Espinosa     June 14 2011
    Hello Najet. So glad the practice had meaning for you. It's funny how the yoga gives us exactly what we need when we need it! Have a great day! Steven.
  • Najet Rydeng     June 12 2011
    This was exactly what I needed this morning.
    thank you Steven!
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