Yoga is one of the most important tools Dr. Rollins & her teachers use to attain and maintain good health. Its emphasis on posture, breathing, and relaxation are particularly appropriate for our stressful lives and it is one of the most effective ways of treating back and joint pain. Dr. Rollins uses yoga to treat a variety of other health issues including asthma, fibromyalgia, hypertension, diabetes, and more. The yoga philosophy encompasses mental, physical and nutritional health and is summarized in the section “Principles of Wellness”.
At The Wellness Center we offer several different levels of classes to help fit the needs of different ages and levels of ability.
Kundalini Yoga-
Classes are available for beginning and intermediate students. For more information, please read Dr. Rollins’ description.
Kundalini Yoga
I have been fascinated and drawn to study yoga since I was about 10 years old. I read every book I could find and practiced on my own when I was young because there were few if any classes. When I graduated from medical school and decided to practice preventive medicine, yoga became an important tool for me to teach people healthy lifestyle habits. It also became a wonderful way for me to treat back and joint pain. I have studied many different styles of yoga and integrated them all into my own way of teaching.
After teaching yoga for about 25 years I was introduced to Kundalini Yoga. I must admit I didn’t fall in love with it immediately. But the more I studied it the more I felt like I had found the “holy grail” of yoga. Not only has it dramatically changed the way I teach yoga, it has changed my life. It is the purest, most sophisticated, and undiluted form of yoga. It is like a rare and perfect jewel that has expanded my knowledge of ancient medicine and given me incredible tools for helping people heal mentally, physically, and spiritually.
What’s so different about Kundalini Yoga? The first difference you will observe is that we chant. Every class begins with “tuning in”, an ancient chant that calls upon the divine wisdom inside yourself to guide you through class. Most of the class is done with eyes closed so you continue to listen to your body rather than perform for someone else. This makes it noncompetitive. Most postures are done sitting or lying down instead of standing. Postures are often held longer than in hatha yoga. There is usually movement in postures and sometimes very intense breath work. Some postures and movements seem peculiar because they are making us move and use our body and mind in ways we don’t in our day-to-day activities. It works on strength and endurance, not just flexibility.
Kundalini yoga is also different because teachers use sets or sequences of exercises called “kriyas”. These sets of exercises were developed by the sages throughout history and some have been passed on for thousands of years. Each kriya has a specific purpose. For example, there are kriyas for the liver, the kidneys and adrenals, the glandular system, the lymphatic and immune systems, the heart and circulation, the digestive system, the lungs and so on. There are kriyas for depression, insomnia, to relieve internal anger, and to heal addictions just to name a few. In fact there is an ocean of information in this ancient technology that fills a void in our culture’s concept of fitness.
The word “kundalini” means “the coil in the hair of the beloved” and represents the uncoiling or unwinding of the inner awareness of our spiritual nature. Kundalini is described as dormant energy residing at the base of the spine. Through precise muscle control, breathing, and visualization one can access and develop this energy for healing. The ultimate purpose of Kundalini Yoga is to teach us how to be healthy, happy, and holy. It was developed when the sages realized that the practice of hatha yoga takes hours a day to perfect. That leaves no time for a family, a career, and an everyday life. Kundalini is called the “fast track” because in a short period of time you can bring your body and mind into a healthy state of balance. It’s fast, fun, and focused and it’s not like anything you’ve ever done before.
Although I never met him, I am grateful for Yogai Bahjan for bringing this secret sacred science to the U.S. He came from India in 1969 and was the first person to teach Kundalini Yoga publicly. Even though he received death threats for doing so, he believed it was everyone’s birthright to have access to this information. He devoted his life to teaching teachers that could spread the word about this technology. He believed it would make the world a better place for all of us to live in. He died in 2004 but left a legacy of information. I have no doubt that as more people find out about Kundalini Yoga it will become increasingly popular. As modern medicine is beginning to understand the body as an electromagnetic field, it too will be amazed at the wisdom found inside this precious gift.
Yoga Flow
This hatha yoga class combines postures in a sequence that flows with the breath to stretch and strengthen every muscle in the body. Best suited for students with basic knowledge of yoga postures but also appropriate for enthusiastic beginners.
Multi-level Yoga
This class is designed for students of all levels. Beginning to advanced students will benefit from this hatha yoga class. Postures are taught with attention to alignment and form. Breath awareness is used to keep the mind engaged and focused. Students are encouraged to enjoy themselves and always leave lighter and happier.
Gentle yoga
This class is designed for those who need a softer and gentler approach to stretching and strengthening the body. If you have injuries, fibromyalgia, arthritis, asthma, heart disease, or other limiting illness, this is the class for you.
Yoga for Kids
(info on current website)
Private yoga lessons are available for $60/hour or $45/ half hour.
General Information
Although The Wellness Center has “community mats” that you may use, we encourage you to bring your own mat. If you use our mats you must cover them with a towel to keep them clean as a courtesy to other students. Towels will be provided for $1.00.
CLASS COSTS:
$12 - per class
$165 - Private Lessons w/ Dr. Rollins- per hour
$45 1/2 Hour Private Lessons
$60 per Hour Private Lessons
$120 - per calendar month (all regular classes)
$100 - 10 class pass (any 10 classes in 3 months)
$150 - private classes for kids- 4 lessons - one month period
Kids Yoga
The focus of children’s yoga is on developing their own maturing independence while learning to expand their knowledge of their body awareness. Children will learn a variety of yoga postures and sequences, balancing poses, breathing exercises and relaxation techniques. The benefits are many:
- Calm down and relax
- Learn the importance of focus and attention
- To help with physical coordination
- To help with right/left brain coordination
- To increase self confidence
- To have fun (very important from the child’s view
_______________________________________________________________
Fall Session Kids Yoga- w/ Kylie Phillips
Each class will begin with an exploration exercise either related to breath, movement, or community within the class. Poses may include all or some of the following: Janu Sirsana (head to knee pose), Tree pose, Easy Bridge pose, Cat Cow, Camel pose, and end in Savasana (Corpse pose)- Relaxation pose
The fall session will run from Wed. 09/07- 11/09 for 10 weeks. Participants may sign up for all 10 weeks or may sign up for two separate 5 week sessions. The first session will begin 09/07 and run through 10/05. The second session will begin 10/12 and last until 11/19. The cost for the 10 week session will be $150 and each 5 week session will cost $80.00. There will be a reduced rate for two or more children from the same family. The first child will be charged the regular tuition and the remaining child(ren) will be given the following discount- 10 week session: $100 -5 week session $55.00.
Classes will meet each Wed @ 4:15pm and last 45 minutes until 5:00 pm.
A minimum of 5 children registered per class will be required in order for the class to take place.
Credit will not be given for classes missed during the 5 or 10 week session.
Children should provide their own yoga mat for the class.
Please register before or by Friday 09/02- payment due at time of registration.
Please call 817-926-9642 or email yogadoctor@yogadoctor.com to register today.