The creator of SmartFLOW Yoga, Annie is an international Yoga teacher based in Northern California. Known as a "teacher's teacher" she has created a well-respected system of Yoga practice and Teaching methodology. Annie's playful personality and focused intelligence bring depth, clarity and exuberance to her classes. A committed student, Annie continues to bring her passion and curiosity, love of anatomy, evolutionary movement, meditation and classical philosophy into her teachings.Annie is the author of SmartFLOW Yoga, a complete set of practice DVDs produced by Udaya, and Yoga for Total Back Care, a DVD produced by Yoga Journal, and several SmartFLOW manuals. She contributes regularly to Yoga Journal. An influential Teacher Trainer since 2003, Annie leads 200/500 trainings and workshops globally. SmartFLOW Yoga is a modern approach with an anatomically sound foundation and inspired, creative sequencing, which is rooted in deep respect for the lineages of Integral, Iyengar and Ashtanga Yoga. Annie is committed to mindfulness, which inevitably leads to spiritual development and light-heartedness. SmartFLOW Yoga guides you to know your true Self. With the knowledge of the true Self comes compassion, peace and appreciation for all life.
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This strong, steady Hatha class welcomes everyone by using mindful focus and modifications to achieve your version of inversions. As you move methodically through essential poses to prepare for classic inversions, learn variations to gain strength and stability for going upside down. Postures include Child’s Pose, Down Dog, Forward Fold, Handstand, Headstand, and Shoulderstand. This class previously aired on October 24, 2024.
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This Hatha class begins with a short warm-up, then dives into classic seated postures to balance asymmetries in your lower body and awaken your spine. Practice Down Dog and Prasarita Padottanasana (Wide-Legged Standing Forward Fold), then move to the ground for Triang Mukhaikapada Paschimottanasana (a Seated Forward Fold variation), Marichyasana (Seated Twist), and Siddhasana (Accomplished Pose). This class previously aired on October 17, 2024.
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Offer yourself some love and patience in this gentle practice that grounds your body, mind, and spirit. You’re encouraged to slow down and find just the right amount of support in each pose to feel a sense of safety. Postures include Supported Child’s Pose, Supported Forward Fold, Supported Twists, and Legs Up The Wall. This class previously aired on October 10, 2024.