20 Yoga Classes in New Jersey, USA

Awaken your body, mind and spirit! A dynamic yoga class focusing on connecting movements to breath, and improve endurance, posture, and flexibility. All levels welcome.

Vinyasa Flow, likened to a dynamic dance, is a practice where postures or asanas are connected through the breath for a transformative and balancing effect. Classes builds heat, endurance, flexibility, strength. The creative sequencing found in a vinyasa class is often built around surya namaskar (sun salutations) . Vinyasa as a form is always evolving and teachers weave together wisdom teachings, poetry and music that can inspire physical, energetic, mental, intuitive, and pure bliss states of consciousness. Previous yoga experience is helpful but beginners are welcome as teacher will provide modifications and hands-on assists.

Create your own ideal yoga session or share a class with family or friends at no additional cost. Classes are an hour long and can include meditation, restorative practices, Pranayama and any other aspects of the Yoga practice that interest you.

Level I: For beginning students who wish to further their understanding of the Anusara practice and principles while learning a wider range of yoga poses. No prior experience necessary.

Students will develop body awareness, posture alignment and core strength in basic poses, while experienced students are encouraged to explore advanced variations in familiar postures. This class is a blend of the styles of yoga designed for all levels of experience and ability. Through an emphasis on forward bending, opening of the hip joints and strengthening core, this practice lays the foundation which creates exceptional ground, balance and strength. Clear instruction is given in breathing technique , warm-up and posture flow. Everyone works to his or her own ability and comfort level

This 60 minute practice moves vigorously to create heat & opening in the body, it is a complete practice. It is inspired by the teachings of Baron Baptiste. It is for all levels of student.

Slow paced, less physically demanding postures.

What to expect:

These classes aim to harmonize energies through a slow and mindful yoga practice. Teachers place a strong emphasis on self awareness and honoring the body, by promoting balanced action within each pose and focusing on the breath. Visualization mantra is often practiced for healing.

Is this class right for you?

No experience necessary. This class is appropriate for both beginners and students with limitations, as well as experienced practitioners looking for a less physically challenging and more awareness-based practice.

I am offering Zoom and FaceTime classes from our home studio. Please email me at for info, prices, availability. These sessions have become popular and are always an effective and fun way to practice. You may share the class with others at no added cost.

Practiced while seated in a chair, Ageless Grace is a cutting-edge brain fitness program based on neuroplasticity that activates all 5 functions of the brain – analytical, strategic, kinesthetic learning, memory/recall, creativity and imagination – and simultaneously addresses all 21 physical skills needed for lifelong optimal function. The program consists of 21 simple exercise Tools designed for all ages and abilities. These exercises, based on everyday movements that are natural and organic, focus on the healthy longevity of the body and mind set to great music.

The 21 Tools have creative, imaginative names, so they are easy to remember. They are simple to do at home. The movements are designed to be performed seated in a chair, yet they can be done on a bed, standing near or behind a chair, down on the floor, or standing. Almost anyone can do them, regardless of most physical conditions.

Enjoy a personal yoga session or share a class with family or friends at no additional cost. These one to one or group classes are a great way to advance your practice and explore new elements of yoga, meditation, pranayama etc.

An alignment based vinyasa class of constantly moving poses, one flowing into the next. Move to the groove on ambient music. Designed to give a gently aerobic practice while building strength and flexibility. We offer an open level which is suitable for anyone and Level I&II more rigorous version of this popular class.

Vinyasa Flow is a fluid yoga practice, focusing on the integration of body movements with the breath in a continuous flow. Moving with the breath and mindful awareness through sun salutations and basic or more advanced postures, vinyasa is a dynamic practice emphasizing strength, flexibility and alignment.

Like a moving meditation, this class will help quiet the mind and leave you feeling calm, balanced and rejuvenated.

A deeply relaxing practice that incorporates restorative yoga postures and Yoga Nidra - conscious deep relaxation. Classes begin with gentle movement, preparing the body to settle into a place of stillness. Restorative postures are held for longer periods of time with the support of props (bolsters, blankets, blocks), allowing the muscles to relax deeply with no effort. This class is designed to release tension, soothe the nervous system, and leave you feeling well rested and renewed. Highly effective for relieving chronic stress, anxiety, insomnia, and generalized fatigue. Relax & Restore

75 minute vinyasa, with curated playlist and sequence to support the weekly Dharma theme. Offered on both Zoom (meeting number 119-281-110, pw 598357) or Instagram /> Donations greatly appreciated through Venmo: danamariacilento

Learn new strategies to release stresses and find a new sense of calm. Learn about this innovative and effective program, meet the program leader. Bring your questions. The session ends with a short meditation.
NOTE: Participation in this introductory session is not required for participation in the program and is not part of the 8 week program.

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Level I is for students who wish to grow their practice into a wider range of yoga poses at a more vigorous pace. We will break down some challenging poses into their component pieces so you can learn them safely and perform them effectively – including basic inversions and backbends. Active beginners are welcome.
You will leave with a sense of accomplishment, increased upper and lower body strength, greater flexibility and a more positive outlook to carry into your day.

Contemplative and calming, this class pairs gentle yoga with breath work, relaxation, meditation, and guided imagery. This class is perfect for students with health challenges, injury, arthritis or fibromyalgia, and those looking for a gentle, soothing practice.

We are all beginners! This class is suitable for both beginners and for those with some experience and will include basic breathing exercises (pranayama), foundational poses, sun salutations, and deep relaxation.

Since yoga is an extremely potent agent of transformation, and not simply a form of exercise, the emphasis in this class will be on poses combined with proper breathing, inner awareness and alignment, which will bring about deep changes in one’s energy level and release deep psychic blockages. You will be guided to use a non-aggressive approach and moderate pace and avoid injury. This is your chance to glean and discover the fruits of yoga: vigor and vitality, balance, peace, a sense of well-being, and joy.

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