I teach several different styles of group yoga classes and am also available by private appointment for individual yoga lessons. My schedule of group classes is on the home page.

Suitable for all levels of students, Yin is a perfect complement to a more dynamic (Yang) style of practice that emphasize internal heat and the lengthening and contracting of the muscles. Yin yoga generally targest the connective tissues of the ligaments, and joints of the pelvis, hips and lower spine. The postures are held from 3-5 minutes in length, allowing access to the deeper, more Yin tissues. Yin also works to balance the subtle, energetic body by harmonizing the flow of vital life essence (chi) within the meridian system. The effects of Yin practice have been compared to the feeling after receiving acupunture.

This class is designed for beginning students or for those looking for a gentle approach to their yoga practice. It is more active than a Yin class, but not as heat inducing as Vinyasa. We explore breathwork (pranayama) and some meditation and also access the entire body through various asanas or postures. It is safe during pregnancy and prenatal students are welcome.

Using props, easeful poses, beautiful music, aromatherapy, healing touch and guided imagery, this class is perfect for healing or recovery from illness, stress, trauma, injury, surgery or major change.

Starting with breathwork or meditation, and warming into a standing flow of poses aligning with your breath to create a graceful, fluid and strengthening practice. Spiced up with some core work and arm balancing, preparing you for delicious and inspired openings on the floor. Matece is currently not teaching Vinyasa group classes.

Classes are based on a flowing style in which you learn to move in rhythm with your breath. The class begins with community sharing, breathing and meditation; then moves into gentle warm-ups; followed by standing strengthening poses, deep hip openers, labor training, and final relaxation. Matece is currently not teaching prenatal group classes, but is available for private prenatal yoga sessions.

A private yoga session is perfect for those just beginning a yoga practice, seasoned yogis looking to hone in on a particular aspect of the practice, and those with injuries or special needs such as pregnancy or illness recovery. Matece takes time to understand your unique needs and goals and designs a yoga, breathwork, and meditation practice specifically for you. Private lessons are available by the hour.