Classes at Bend Over Backwards Yoga in Nanaimo
To prepare to attend a class or classes
please follow the checklist below.
BEFORE COMING TO CLASS
If you have ANY cold or flu symptoms heal at home.
If exposed to COVID 19 or to travellers quarantine at home.
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Register and receive confirmation that you have a space in the class of your choice.
- Assemble:
- hand sanitizer
- props
- a bag for personal items separate from props-which is kept in the foyer
- a mask
- Watch the video-"How We Shall Gather Safely" HERE
- Come prepared to do yoga rather than change clothing at the studio.
- Come directly to the studio from home. Do errands afterwards.
- Put your mask on before entering.
How to wear a reusable mask poster click HERE - Keep physical distance outside and in the foyer.
AT THE STUDIO
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Leave personal items in the foyer.
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Hand sanitize as soon as you enter.
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Place your mat and props in designated spaces which are measured 8 feet apart.
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Maintain physical distance at all times.
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Payment will be by e-transfer only.
- Waivers must be completed and either emailed OR left in the studio.
We require students to sign a waiver twice a year (January and July).
Click here to download a copy of the Waiver. Scroll down for Waiver instructions.
A printable version of the checklist is HERE.
Update as of Dec 14, 2020
Following the Public Health order of December 14 we are resuming classes with no restrictions on instruction.
Please come to class as before, masks, props, hand sanitizer and ready to do yoga.
Masks are to be worn while in the studio.
We shall comply with all Provincial Health Orders and
keep everyone informed of changes as they arise.
HOME PRACTICE SEQUENCES
Click HERE for links to Kelly Murphy's YouTube practices and more.
SCHEDULE
We are currently running sessions on a 4 Week Schedule.
Registration for March 1 - 28 (4 week session) opens Monday, Feb 22, 2021
*SEE BELOW FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON REGISTRATIONS
For March 2021 Printable Class Schedule Click HERE
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6:15am-7:45am |
6:30am-7:45am ALL LEVELS Kelly |
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| 9:30am-10:30am Aging Gracefully MODIFIED LEVEL 1 ZOOM ONLINE Missi |
*NEW* RISE & SHINE WITH DE 6:15am-7:00am ALL LEVELS ZOOM ONLINE De |
9:30am-11:00am Aging Gracefully MODIFIED LEVEL 1,2 ZOOM ONLINE Missi |
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9:30am-10:30am Aging Gracefully MODIFIED LEVEL 1 ZOOM ONLINE Missi |
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9:30am-10:30pm |
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| 12:15pm-1:15pm Pranayama LEVEL 2 Kelly |
10:30am-12:00pm |
11:00am-12:00pm LEVEL 1 Pranayama ZOOM ONLINE Tracy |
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| 3:30pm-4:30pm Gentle Modified ALL LEVELS Kelly |
3:45pm-4:45pm Gentle Modified ALL LEVELS Kelly |
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5:00pm-6:00pm |
5:00pm-6:00pm Help for Back, Neck & Shoulders Modified ALL LEVELS Kelly |
5:00pm-6:00pm Gentle Modified ALL LEVELS |
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5:00pm-6:00pm |
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6:00pm-7:15pm |
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6:00pm-7:30pm LEVEL 2,3 ZOOM ONLINE De |
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9:30am-11:00am |
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ALL CLASSES ARE BY REGISTRATION ONLY Pricing for Mar 1-28, 2021 (4 Week Session) |
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Workshops, Seminars and other Classes
To register go to Contact Us
Book Club
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Yoga Class Descriptions
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ALL LEVELS |
Includes poses from all Levels (1,2,3). Beginners are welcome. Students are guided to work safely and appropriately at their current level. |
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Gentle |
A slower paced class for those working with chronic conditions or injuries. This class may be suitable for those not used to physical exercise. |
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Back, Neck & Shoulders |
A class focused on back, neck and shoulder issues. |
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Build Your Resilience |
An all levels class that will support you and help you thrive in times of change and uncertainty. Asana sequences designed to help calm anxiety, stabilize emotions, nourish the nervous system, and wake up your body and spirit will be paired with ongoing education about how to build your resilience toolkit for your own daily needs. |
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| Foundational poses are systematically and safely taught to build mobility, strength and flexibility. Suitable for beginners and students wishing to focus on basic postures and principles of Iyengar Yoga. | ||
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Aging Gracefully 1 |
A Level 1 class for those 60+ | |
| Suitable for students who have Iyengar Yoga experience wishing to expand the number of poses learned and further develop inverted postures. | ||
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Aging Gracefully 2 |
A Level 1,2 class for those 60+ | |
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Gentle Transition |
A Level 1,2 transitional class for students of any age that are ready for more standing work with less support. | |
| Students will develop a deeper understanding of postures and strengthen the practice of inverted poses and backbends. Elements of the intermediate poses will be explored. | ||
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LEVEL 3 |
For ongoing students working with all categories of poses on a regular basis who have a personal practice. | |
| Pranayama LEVEL 1 |
A Restorative class for Iyengar Yoga students who are ready to begin a Pranayama (the study of yogic breath) practice. Contact Us if you interested. We will run a series when there are sufficient numbers to run another series. |
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| Pranayama LEVEL 2 | For students who have at least 1 year of pranayama practice in the Iyengar Tradition. | |
| Peace Practice ALL LEVELS Restorative |
Invite deep relaxation and mental peace into your week in this one hour practice. Peace Practice is by donation. |
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Sutra Studies |
Weekly exploration and discussion of the teachings of Yoga. |
Waiver forms
STUDIO WAIVER PROCEDURES DURING COVID 19
For students coming to the studio: We ask that you download and bring a signed copy to the studio with you.
For students attending online ZOOM classes through the studio: We ask that you download and mail a signed copy to:
K Murphy
135 Machleary St.
Nanaimo BC V9R 2G5
You can drop off your signed waiver in the little white mailbox outside the entry door at the studio but DO NOT MAIL YOUR WAIVER TO THE STUDIO LOCATION Please use the mailing address above.
We require students to sign a waiver twice a year (January and July).
Click here to download the Waiver Q & A.
Click here to download a copy of the Waiver.