Buddhabellyyoga classes bases all their classes on the lineage of Hatha Yoga. Classes taught by  Rhonda have the influence of teachings from Iyengar based teachers. (B.K.S. Iyengar of Pune, India created Iyengar Yoga which is a method of Hatha Yoga). Classes taught by Randi have the influence of Esther Myers yoga.

Practicing yoga with the influence of Iyengar teachings allows you to understand anatomically the way the body works with this awareness you can  build strength, stamina and flexibility while connecting to a sense of peace and well-being. You will gain flexibility in your mind and body.  You will also increase your physical strength and in time you will notice an influx of emotional strength that will help you handle the challenges of life with a balanced disposition.

Basics 1:  absoulute basics perfect for beginners covers the basic yoga postures at slow to moderate pace with structural body alignment, developing strength and flexibility. Each class includes breath awareness, and restorative relaxation. Modifications are always given for your practice. 

Basic 2: a deeper exploration of yoga postures at a moderate pace, going deeper into the awareness of the body. Poses are held longer, inverted poses are introduced into the program, and the yogic art of breathing is learnt at a deeper level along with restorative relaxation. Modifications are always given for your practice. 

Intermediate: a more vigorous class introducing inversions, arm balances and jumping as a preperation for advanced class.Modifications are always given for your practice. 

Advanced: A challenging level for yogis ready for advanced variations of inversions, jumpbacks backbends and restorative relaxation.Modifications are always given for your practice. 

Express Lunch Yoga: all level class with an energetic pace for folks with limited yoga time (45mins.) **special price Look under fees for New price for Express Lunch Yoga. modifications are always given for your practice

All Level: all levels are welcomed,previous yoga experience is recommended, developing strength and flexibility. Breath awareness, and restorative relaxation. Modifications are always given for your practice.

Self - Practice (Mysore Style) Self-Practice is what yoga is all about. Yoga, for thousands of years has been taught from teacher to student on a one-to-one basis taking a student through his or her own development at an appropriate pace. This method is still used in Mysore, India. This is why this type of practice is also called "Mysore" style or class. With this method the group of students each practice at their own pace without verbal cues from the teacher. It's not a led or guided class where everyone is doing the same pose at the very same moment. Everyone still does yoga poses, just at his or her own pace. This allows for a deeper connection to develop between the student and the practice.The teacher is present for assisting the student in their practice. Mysore is a FREE class if you are a Buddhabellyyoga student.

Restorative Yoga: Relaxation is the focus of restorative yoga.  Restorative yoga is an extremely gentle and restful form of yoga.  No prior experience of yoga is necessary.  In restorative yoga poses the body is supported by props such as a wall, folded blankets, rolled blankets, yoga straps or chairs.  Each pose is held for several minutes to encourage deep relaxation. The art of slowing down, with breath work, meditation, and supported relaxation of your whole being with the use of props.

 Rejuvenating class:  (a more laid-back approach) - Working with principles of yoga therapy to achieve ease and pain-free range of motion, this class will help relax the areas that need relaxing, and strengthen the areas that need strengthening. The wonderful results include: improved mobility, decreased discomfort, and a greater overall sense of well-being.

Vinyasa Flow/Hot Yoga :Power yoga is a vigorous fitness-based form of yoga that burns calories, resulting in  weight loss and a leaner more toned body . Participants move through a series of postures, linking the poses with the breath in a vinyasa style flow. This approach builds strength, flexibility and stamina. Previous yoga experience is necessary.

50+yoga: specially designed practice for the mature body.  Can be enjoyed seated in a chair or in other supported ways.  Ease stiffness in the joints, increase muscle strength, build bone mass and enjoy the relaxation.

Yoga for Multiple Sclerosis: Physical activity is extremely important for individuals with MS, and yoga is now recognized as an excellent means of MS management, whether the individual manifests little or no outward signs of the disease, or whether they spend most of their time in a wheelchair. The benefits of yoga postures (asana), working with the breath (pranayama), and meditation may include increased body awareness, release of muscular tension (thus relieving spasticity), increased coordination and balance, increased flexibility and strength, control over fatigue, increased tolerance to heat, improved circulation and breathing, improved organ function (including bowel and bladder), enhanced alertness, better management of stress and an overall feeling of well-being.The Iyengar method is a fortuitous choice. The ability to adapt the poses with props can be particularly beneficial with multiple sclerosis (MS), since flare-ups can affect strength, balance, and coordination. In addition, you will learn specific sequences designed for challenges such as fatigue, constipation, problems with digestion, lack of mental clarity, or balance. For a student with MS, there are three types of symptoms that hatha yoga directly addresses: fatigue and heat intolerance, numbness in the limbs and loss of coordination, and loss of flexibility and balance. Fatigue and heat intolerance appear to be the most limiting factors to MS students. To counter these limitations, students learn to master the breath and practice restorative postures. Both techniques cool the body and calm the nervous system. The simple breathing technique of lengthening the exhalation a little longer than the inhalation helps quiet the nervous system. The pace of practice relaxed but focused—keeping the body just shy of sweating is important.

Yoga Ropes: Stretch and strengthen all major muscle groups; relieve back pain; tone pelvic and abdominal organs; support you in backbends, forward bends and shoulder stretches, headstands and more. Therapeutic use for back injury, neck and shoulder. No stress on joints or bones.Yoga Ropes are the most effective and versatile tool for developing strength and flexibility. Yoga Ropes support a tremendous range of movements and exercises.
Yoga ropes can be used to:

• practice backbends,
• practice forward bends,
• stretch your shoulder and chest muscles,
• create spinal traction,
• tone your abdominal muscles and organs,
• enhance kidney circulation,
• and stretch or strengthen most of your muscles.

*The only yoga studio in Niagara with yoga ropes.

Yoga to Go: A unique service offered at your office, in the privacy of your own home, wineries, conferences or your own personal space. Hatha and Restorative Yoga methods offered. Consider a Yoga retreat in the comfort of your own home or as a unique corporate team building opportunity.

 Challenge yourself. Transform yourself. BE Your Self.