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Yoga courses focus on stretching or lengthening, breathing, muscle contractions, and balance. Focus on the lower back and abdomen and “centering” prevent back pain and allow the yoga student to enjoy the strength and flexibility this discipline offers. Hatha yoga, the yoga of physical well-being is about 1000 years old and was developed in the ninth or tenth century. The related series of postures are for both body and mind, with a focus on rejuvenating and bringing into balance all bodily systems: muscular, skeletal, respiratory, circulatory, digestive, nervous, endocrine and immune.
“Taking the yoga class has helped me more fully realize that just because I am getting older, I can still exercise and even be more proactive in caring for my body now than ever. Yoga is a very positive, kind-to-the-body way of building strength and taking better care of your self. Regan does a really good job of pointing that by reminding us to listen to our bodies, do what we can do, and not judge or be critical of what we can’t do. Yoga is a wonderful way to calm the body, mind, and soul in our frenzied, stress-filled lives.”
“Yoga is amazing! I have always wanted to try yoga but never felt like I could find the right environment. I wanted to do yoga but not all the chanting or meditative ideas that were involved. Yoga with Regan is the perfect environment to begin yoga and continue on your yoga journey. She incorporates prayer and bible verses into our practice. Yoga has changed my life. It has greatly reduced my stress level as well as given me avenues to deal with stress, I’ve toned, I’ve become a calmer person and I’ve had some health issues become almost nonexistent since starting yoga. Yoga has helped me so much and I am so thankful GACS has yoga to offer!”
“Our daughter never wanted to pray with our family. It just wasn’t her thing. Because of yoga and Miss Regan, she prays now- out loud! Awesome!!!”
“I cannot say enough good words about Yoga. The more I practice and read about Yoga, the more I know I’m doing the best thing for my body. I can tell a BIG difference in not practicing these last two weeks – at least not practicing the way we do in class. I need the discipline of the class to keep me focused and going.”
“Yoga with Regan is an excellent way to exercise your body. And, where else can you find such a wonderful group of people to improve your body and mind? The classes are centered around God and our spiritual development. I leave the class each week feeling energized and relaxed.”
“I love that I am becoming more flexible to play with my young grandchildren. Yoga also leaves me feeling calm and nourished.”
All classes are taught by Regan Delaney a 200 hour RYT (Registered Yoga Teacher) and director of the GACS School of Ballet. This Kripalu trained yogini teaches a gentle form of yoga that focuses on stretching and practicing basic yoga asanas and breathing. A former singer and children’s music instructor, she credits her gentle and patient teaching style to her foundational training in education.
Regan began her yoga practice in 2006 after becoming a Christian and entering a twelve-step program for an eating and exercise disorder. Believing that yoga, like life, is progress, not perfection, her teaching style is one of acceptance and faith. Yoga is the final puzzle piece that connects her body, mind, and spirit. She enjoys teaching various forms of recovery yoga, kid yoga, and inspirational yoga. Her favorite student? The beginner!
Becky Martin is the creator of Christ Centered Yoga™, an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (E.R.Y.T.) with Yoga Alliance, and is on the faculty of A.C.E. and A.F.A.A., serving as a continuing education provider. She holds a B.A. in Psychology, bringing full circle the mind, body and spiritual connectedness of yoga. Becky has been practicing and teaching yoga since 1998 and considers it a blessing to share with others her passion for integrating scriptural wisdom and yoga in her approachable, warm style.
"Christ Centered Yoga uses scripture to lay the mental and spiritual foundation by which we add the physical practice of yoga. Join us as we praise God with nothing less than all we are - mind, body and spirit."
Adult Classes
Adult instruction is multi-level -- anyone can participate. The class will provide enough ease and challenge for everyone’s body. Classes are one hour long and begin and end promptly. Students should choose a “Home” class, but they may attend as many classes as they wish during the week.
Monday: 8:15-9:30 am (Vinyasa Flow taught by Becky Martin from Christ Centered Yoga)
Tuesday: 6:00-7:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:15-9:15 am
Thursday: 4:15-5:15 pm
Friday 8:15-9:15 am
Teen Classes
Yoga, with its emphasis on balance and alignment, is great training for swimmers, wrestlers, runners, football, tennis, soccer, baseball, and basketball players. Gentle on the joints and forgiving of injuries, a daily practice increases flexibility and strengthens muscles.
Wednesday and Fridays: 7:00-7:45 am Kid Classes
Yoga at an early age encourages self-esteem and body awareness with a physical activity that’s noncompetitive. Fostering cooperation and compassion—instead of opposition—is a great gift to give our children. Yoga enhances our children’s flexibility, strength, coordination, and body awareness. In addition, their concentration and sense of calmness and relaxation improves.
Friday: 3:15-4:10 pm
A sixteen week semester costs $245 for Adults, $245 for Kids, and $180 for Teens with an annual registration fee of $30 for each participant.
Wear comfortable, loose clothing to allow uninhibited movement. Many stores such as Target sell “Yoga” pants, t-shirts and tank tops. We provide mats, straps, blankets, blocks, cushions, and eye pillows. You may want to bring a bottle of water, but we do have a water fountain.
Complete the Yoga Schedule and Fees Form located on this webpage and send to: Regan Delaney, Director, School of Ballet; Greater Atlanta Christian School; 1575 Indian Trail Road; Norcross, GA 30093. If you have any questions, please contact Regan Delaney. Namaste! We look forward to practicing yoga with you.
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