Beginning/Gentle Yoga


This class is taught by:

Vicki Durst

Vicki Durst has been teaching Hatha Yoga since 1974.

A graduate of San Diego State University with a BA in Physical Education, Dance and Art History, Vicki first studied Yoga at the University of Oregon while earning a Master’s Degree in Dance and Art History. In San Diego she trained and taught at the Yoga Institute and taught yoga and dance at San Diego City College. In Astoria Oregon, Vicki was a full-time Instructor at Clatsop Community College, where she served as the Director of Dance and Physical Education and was Coordinator of the Arts on Stage performing and visual arts program for 23 years. Over the years she continued to teach Yoga in Avalon, Catalina Island and Temecula, CA, before moving to Pleasant Hill and Indigo Yoga.

Vicki cultivated her meditation and breathing techniques while enjoying her other passion, scuba diving, which has been an integral part of her life. She has continued training in many Yoga styles including Iyengar, Anusara and Freedom Style and is a licensed Holistic Health Practitioner. Vicki uses the teachings of B.K.S. Iyengar as the basis for her classes, which emphasizes strength, flexibility, endurance, proper alignment and breathing techniques to help the body achieve its true, balanced state. Vicki’s fluid, relaxed style reflects her background in dance, and is appealing to students of all ages and abilities.

Lisa Pickup

Lisa is a Bay area native, licensed esthetician and massage therapist.Having owned her own business, Well Being in Lafayette, for 15 years she began studying yoga over 12 years ago to develop her career in body work. Lisa graduated from YogaWorks teacher training program at the 500-hour level.
 
Her carefully crafted classes provide a pace, sequence, and modifications to support the physical and emotional needs of each student. She teaches with a light heart and playful approach.

Anina Hutchison

"When I was a teenager in ballet lessons I thought yoga would be great to do when I was old. I'm so glad I didn't wait! After taking my first class in the early 90's at 40ish,I fell in love with a practice that will sustain me for life.

I first completed a sixteen month teacher training followed by years of
practice and a sixteen month advanced studies program. I have been trained by devoted teachers in the principals of physical practice, sequencing, and manual adjustments. In 2013 I completed a two and a half year course focusing on yoga philosophy, linking breath with movement and living yoga
off the mat.

At 60ish, I believe yoga has a broader definition then physical postures. With sustained focus and learned breath control we can view life through a different lens, find calmness, peace and abandon unhealthy habits.

No need to place foot behind head! Simply pay attention, raise arm on
inhale, lower on exhale. Focus, pay attention. Stay with it. That's Yoga.

Want more info?
I recently retired from 28 years of bodywork. I know my anatomy! I have taught yoga since 2001. I now study Vedic chanting. I back pack in the Sierras every summer.
And I can put my foot behind my head".

This class is accessible to all kinds of students! This Hatha-based class is appropriate for those who want a softer, nurturing, slow-paced, well-supported, and relaxing practice. Perfect for those who are new to yoga, have physical limitations, or would like to learn the basics of alignment, breathing, and yoga philosophy.

Upcoming classes:

  • Thu May 15 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm with Vicki Durst
  • Mon May 19 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm with Vicki Durst
  • Thu May 22 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm with Vicki Durst
  • Mon May 26 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm with Vicki Durst
  • Thu May 29 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm with Lisa Pickup
  • Mon Jun 02 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm with Anina Hutchison
  • Thu Jun 05 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm with Anina Hutchison
  • Mon Jun 09 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm with Vicki Durst
  • Thu Jun 12 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm with Vicki Durst
  • Mon Jun 16 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm with Lisa Pickup
  • Thu Jun 19 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm with Anina Hutchison
  • Mon Jun 23 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm with Vicki Durst
  • Thu Jun 26 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm with Vicki Durst
  • Mon Jun 30 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm with Vicki Durst
  • Thu Jul 03 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm with Vicki Durst
  • Mon Jul 07 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm with Vicki Durst
  • Thu Jul 10 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm with Vicki Durst
  • Mon Jul 14 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm with Vicki Durst
  • Thu Jul 17 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm with Vicki Durst
  • Mon Jul 21 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm with Vicki Durst