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Nikki Costello is a Certified Level 3 Iyengar Yoga Teacher (CIYT) and a Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT). For 28 years, her teaching has been inspired by annual trips to India including RIMYI (Ramamani Iyengar Memorial Yoga Institute) the study of scriptural and philosophical texts and a daily practice of meditation. In 2013-2014, she was a contributing editor at Yoga Journal, writing the magazine’s “Basics Column,” and in 2016, Nikki was named one of the 100 Most Influential Teachers in America. She holds an MA in Traditions of Yoga and Meditation from SOAS, University of London.

Styles

Level 1-2

Iyengar with Nikki Costello

In need of a soul-nourishing pick-me-up? This six-class Iyengar Yoga program offers quick 20-minute mindful movement classes for increased clarity, energy, renewed purpose, focus, or improved sleep. Simply ask what you’re needing, craving, or seeking to maintain in mind and body. Use this program to address a specific need or to deepen your practice. Return again and again for a quick recharge at any time.

Iyengar Yoga 4-Week Series

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Our Iyengar Yoga 4-Week Series features two class options per week (9 classes total)—one class for intermediate yogis and one for advanced. Traditional to this yoga style, this month-long format offers the necessary amount of time to build a healthy Iyengar Yoga practice to support you throughout life. Week one covers standing poses and arm balances to create a strong foundation on which the rest of the month's poses build on. Week two focuses on Forward Bends and Twists to prepare you for backbend practices in week three. Finally, week four features restorative postures that help the body and mind recover. Customize this program to suit your abilities and repeat classes each week to build your practice.

Level 1

Iyengar Yoga 101

Iyengar with Nikki Costello

Iyengar Yoga is a style of yoga steeped in tradition, anatomy, and physiology. It’s designed to adapt to the individual and encourages the use of props to maintain the integrity of your body. It focuses on precision and alignment, making it ideal for all levels, especially beginners, those recovering from an injury, or anyone looking to refine their practice.

Hip-Opening Advanced Iyengar Yoga

Nikki Costello • Iyengar Yoga

Move slow and steady in hip-focused forward bends and arm balances to tone your body’s center. Practice Marichyasana I, a Reclining Hand-To-Big-Toe Pose series, and arm balances Eka Hasta Bhujasana and Bhujapidasana. Props Required: 2 blocks, 2 straps, 1 bolster, and 3 blankets.

Progress to Bhekasana Iyengar Yoga

Nikki Costello • Iyengar Yoga

Turn on your legs to practice full expressions of Bhekasana (Frog Pose) and Supta Virasana (Reclining Hero Pose). This class practices moving your body in different variations of Half Frog and Locust poses to fully open your thighs. Peak in Frog and Reclining Hero poses before finishing in Savasana. Props Required: 1 block and 1 blanket. Props Suggested: 1 chair.

Morning Self-Care Vinyasa

Nikki Costello • Vinyasa Flow

Ease into your day with rhythmic movement and meditation for a gentle approach to your morning routine. Start by slowly waking up with opening side bends, Extended Side Angle Pose, and Standing Forward Bend, then move to the floor for stretches and guided meditation. Props Required: 2 blankets.