Ridgefield Continuing Education is set to launch new yoga and stretch classes starting September 23. Registration details are provided at the end of this article. Interested individuals are encouraged to join ongoing classes that have recently commenced.
Upcoming Class Start Dates
Medical Advisory: Participants should consult their physician before beginning any new exercise regimen.
Yoga Stretching with Julie Shaw – Morning and Evening Sessions
Experience the benefits of Viniyoga, a traditional yoga practice rooted in the teachings of T. Krisnamācārya, focusing on personalized adaptation to meet individual needs. Julie Shaw, a seasoned instructor with over 35 years of experience, offers both morning and evening classes. Certified by the International Association of Yoga Therapists, Shaw also trains future yoga therapists at the American Viniyoga Institute. The classes are open to all levels, from beginners to seasoned practitioners. Participants should bring a yoga mat, block, and blanket.
Mondays:
Current Sessions: August 19, 26; September 9 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Annex (Hybrid option available via Zoom). Note: No class on September 2.
Upcoming Sessions: October 7, 21, 28; November 4, 18, 25; December 2 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Annex. Note: No class on October 14; November 18.
Winter Sessions: December 9, 16; January 6, 13, 27; February 3, 10 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Annex. Note: No class on December 23, 30; January 20.
Wednesdays:
Current Sessions: August 21, 28; September 4, 11, 18 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Annex. Note: No class on September 25 or October 2.
Upcoming Sessions: October 9, 16, 23, 30; November 6, 13 from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. at Veterans Park School.
Winter Sessions: November 20; December 4, 11, 18; January 8, 15 from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. at Veterans Park School. Note: No class on November 27; December 25; January 1.
Spring Sessions: January 22, 29; February 5, 12, 26; March 5 from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. at Veterans Park School. Note: No class on February 19.
Gentle Flow Yoga with Erin Lutz – Evening Sessions
Ideal for beginner to intermediate students, Erin Lutz’s Gentle Flow Yoga classes focus on vinyasa and traditional poses, enhancing strength, flexibility, and relaxation. Lutz, a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) with a 200-hour certification from InnerSpace, also teaches Gentle Flow Yoga and Chair Yoga in the region. Participants should bring a mat, blocks, blanket or towel, and a water bottle. Make-up classes for weather cancellations will be scheduled at the end of the session or on an open calendar date.
Fall Sessions: September 23, 30; October 7, 21, 28; November 4, 18 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at East Ridge Middle School. Note: No class on October 14; November 11.
Winter Sessions: November 25; December 2, 9, 16; January 6, 13, 27 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at East Ridge Middle School. Note: No class on December 23, 30; January 20.
Additional Information:
Advance registration is required for all classes. Ridgefield Continuing Education also offers a variety of other courses, including technology, photography, art, knitting, history, archaeology, interiors, cardio workouts, dance, Tai Chi forms, and more, with options available in person and via Zoom.
