Our fully-equipped Yoga Studio offers a variety of classes throughout the week, taught by qualified and knowledgeable instructors specializing in Iyengar Hatha, Multi-level Hatha, Men’s Yoga, and more. No matter what your fitness or experience level may be, there is a class that will work for you. Many of the instructors also offer private or small-group instruction. If you are interested in teaching a Yoga class, please contact the RVCC Office at 434-361-0100 or rockfishcc@gmail.com for more information.
Ongoing Classes
Mondays, 9:30-10:45AM: Yin Yoga in Person!
Cost: 8 classes for $120, or drop in for $18. First class for new students at no cost. Please contact the instructor directly with any questions, or to sign up for the class. Students must be fully vaccinated to attend. Contact Rebecca at rebecca.labbe@gmail.com.
Suitable for all levels of students, this practice is slow-paced and designed to help you sit longer, and more comfortably, by safely stretching connective tissue around the joints (knees, pelvis, sacrum and spine). Involves variations of seated, prone, and supine poses typically held for several minutes, accessing deeper layers of fascia. Props are used extensively and provided for use in the studio.
Tuesdays, 10AM-11:15PM: Hatha Yoga in Person!
Cost: 8 classes for $120, or drop in for $18. First class for new students at no cost. Please contact the instructor directly with any questions, and to sign up for the class. All students must be fully vaccinated to attend. Contact Rebecca at rebecca.labbe@gmail.com.
Hatha Yoga is defined as a practice that develops strength, flexibility, bodily relaxation, and mental concentration. Mindfulness and breath awareness are also integral to the practice of yoga asana. This class is designed to provide a balanced combination of sustained poses with attention to basic alignment and therapeutic principles. For those unfamiliar with the many styles of yoga available, this class moves at a moderate pace and emphasizes learning the poses in a safe and progressive manner.
Props–mats, blankets, straps, blocks, balls, and bolsters are available for use, however many students prefer to bring their own mats.
Instructor Biography: Rebecca L’Abbe
After many years of studying and performing ballet and modern dance, the gift of yoga provided a natural transition to stay strong, creatively curious, and mentally disciplined minus the stress of competition. She began her teacher training in the 1980’s at the Iyengar Institute in San Francisco, but was sidelined from that program by a back injury that had its roots in years of dancing. Yoga was the cornerstone of her recovery, not only on a physical level, but through years of careful loving care from teachers who helped her to overcome her fears about re-injuring her back, realign her body from years of compensating, and regain confidence.
Rebecca received her teaching certification through YogaWorks at Yoga Source, Richmond, VA in 2003. Additional certification includes training in yoga for people with Multiple Sclerosis. Most recently she has added yin yoga and myofascial release (using the Yoga Tune-Up model) to her teaching repertoire. Her non-dogmatic style of teaching is informed by many streams of interest including dance, an ongoing study of physiology and anatomy, and a sense of humor.
INTEGRATIVE YOGA with Agnes Schrider
Agnes F. Schrider is the Yoga PT as she applies her medical knowledge of physical therapy, anatomy, biomechanics and kinesiology to make Integrative Yoga safe for all students. Integrative Yoga fuses pranayama (breath work), asanas (poses) and mindfulness together for a healthy practice.
It is strongly recommended that new participants take 1-3 private sessions first before joining a group class so Agnes can teach new yogis a bit of yoga philosophy, the flow of class and any modifications necessary for a safe and enjoyable practice.
To begin your journey, contact Agnes at agnesyhw@gmail.com or phone at 540.470.7967 and check out the website: agsyogaworks.com
CLASS TIMES :
TUESDAYS & THURSDAY 8:30 am at Rockfish Valley Community Center
*these classes are available remotely via zoom at the same times.
CHAIR YOGA :
When: Thursdays, 9:45–10:30am, in the Yoga Studio
Fee: $12/class for a pack of 6 classes, or $15/class
How to start: email Agnes Schrider at agnesyhw@gmail.com to register, or just show up to class!
Ideal for everyone! Improve strength, flexibility, balance and body/mind awareness without getting on the floor! It’s SAFE! It’s FUN!
Yoga props and chairs are provided. Wear loose comfortable clothing.
MINDFULNESS
Agnes also leads mindfulness workshops for community and business groups locally, nationwide and abroad. These workshops are tailored specifically for each group and can be from 3 hours to 2-3 day workshops depending on the need. Contact Agnes at agnesyhw@gmail.com or phone at 540.470.7967 to begin your journey.
Thursdays, 5:30 PM: Men’s Yoga with Brian Webb Contact Brian Webb 434-361-9218.
Private Yoga Classes
Private Yoga Instruction Available with Sara Agelasto, Certified Iyengar Yoga Instructor, Certified International Association of Yoga Therapists, Certified Herbalist, Master of Science Candidate in Nutrition and Integrative Health.
Contact Sara for More Information: sara@iHanuman.com
Sara’s classes are grounded in her deep respect for the wisdom of the cycles of nature and her curiosity about the capacity of the human body. As a scientist, she is drawn to the precision of the Iyengar Yoga Method and has practiced yoga for over 20 years. Sara began studying with Sandra Pleasants in 2002 and was certified to teach yoga in 2004. Sara apprenticed with Senior Iyengar Teacher, John Schumacher, in person, for 6 years and after an intensive training with Sandra and John, she successfully passed two assessments to become a Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher in September 2015. Through her work developing the Yoga Media Site, iHanuman, Sara has had the opportunity to study with and record dozens of teachers from around the world. Sara is also a dedicated student of Nutrition, Clinical Herbalism, and Traditional Medicine. Sara creates a safe, inviting environment for students of all levels to increase their strength and flexibility.
Sara Agelasto, CIYT, C-IAYT
Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher
Certified Int’l Assoc. of Yoga Therapists
Clinical Herbalist
Co-Founder, iHanuman Yoga Media