Classes at Bend Over Backwards Yoga in Nanaimo
BEFORE COMING TO CLASS
If you have ANY cold or flu symptoms heal at home.
If exposed to COVID 19 or to travelers quarantine at home.
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Register and receive confirmation that you have a space in the class of your choice.
- Yoga props, please bring:
- yoga mat
- yoga blanket
- yoga belt
- Sanitize hands upon arrival.
- Maintain distance in studio and on arrival and leaving
- Masks while in studio
- Waivers updated to July 1
- Everyone signs the Attestation (of full vaccination) on arrival first time.
Our Policy Regarding Vaccination Status
and In-Studio Classes
We support the current Public Health Order mandating masks. We have continued to wear masks throughout Stage 3 of opening.
Despite the fact that we are ALL fully vaccinated, the Delta variant and rising infections rates locally make mask wearing and hand sanitizing the safest practices.
We shall continue to wash hands, practice physical distancing and bring a mat, belt and blanket to class.
Kelly
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.
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SCHEDULE
September 6 - October 3 (4 week session) - Registration Opens Aug 30
Click HERE for print version
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Classes run on Labour Day Sep 6 except where noted |
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 |
9:30am-10:30pm ZOOM ONLINE De LEVEL 1,2 |
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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10:30am-12:00pm |
9:30am-10:30am 11:00am-12:00pm |
11:15am-12:15pm |
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| 12:15pm-1:15pm Pranayama LEVEL 2 Kelly |
12:30pm-1:30pm |
11:00am-12:00pm |
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3:30pm-4:30pm |
3:30pm-4:30pm Gentle Modified ALL LEVELS Kelly |
3:30pm-4:30pm 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 LEVEL 1,2 Kelly |
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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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6:30pm-7:30pm |
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Pricing is based on registration for the full session. To register for Chair Yoga contact Sheila at Payment is by e-transfer to the specific teacher. |
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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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LEVEL 1 |
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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LEVEL 1,2 |
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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LEVEL 2,3 |
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. |
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ALL LEVELS |
Includes poses from all Levels (1,2,3). Students are guided to work safely and appropriately at their current level. |
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PRANAYAMA |
The study of yogic breath. Pranayama is introduced in all levels of classes. A minimum of 6 months of Asana to prepare the body is recommended before beginning Pranayama. |
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Preparation for Pranayama |
An asana class with active and restorative components designed to open the chest, deepen Savasana, and prepare the body and nervous system for Pranayama. |
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Open to any students who attend Iyengar Yoga classes and want to develop a Pranayama practice. |
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For students who have at least 1 year of pranayama practice in the Iyengar Tradition. |
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Invite deep relaxation and mental peace into your week in this one hour practice. Class is by donation. |
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MODIFIED CLASSES |
Modified classes are suitable for those who are recuperating from illness, surgery or injury or who have bodies that need to move carefully. Students must be able to carry their own props and to get up and down from the floor. |
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Modified Level 1 |
A Level 1 class for those 60+ |
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Modified Level 1,2 |
A Level 1,2 class for those 60+ |
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Modified All Levels |
A slower praced class for those working with chronic conditions or injuries. This class may be suitable for those not used to physical exercies. |
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Modified |
A class focused on back, neck and shoulder issues. |
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CHAIR YOGA |
Sheila has yoga teacher training and chair yoga for seniors’ certification. With five years’ experience teaching chair yoga in a variety of community settings, Sheila offers the benefits of yoga in a safe and supported manner. Level 1 Chair 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.