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Adrienne
Barr received her BFA in Modern Dance and Choreography from
the Ohio University School of Dance. There she studied dance
intensively, as well as teaching/pedagogy, anatomy and kinesiology,
and the Pilates Method, giving her an extensive body knowledge.
She received
her Hatha Yoga Teaching Certification at the Sivananda Vedanta
Centre in Val Morin, Quebec, Canada. During that time, she
studied yoga asanas (postures), yogic philosophy, meditation
and chanting. Adrienne has also studied yoga from various
other teachers, thus influenced by an array of styles. |
She has taught
yoga all over the Pittsburgh area, most recently at The Nuin Center,
Whole Health Resources, Health Horizons and Yoga Sadhana. She also
teaches children's dance and creative movement in Pittsburgh
Public Schools.
You can catch
her dancing professionally with LABCO Modern Dance Company and frequently
with the Pittsburgh Dance Alloy.
Contact
Adrienne:
412-361.8600
yogawithadrienne@yahoo.com
Adrienne's
Current Teaching Schedule:
Hatha Yoga
Flow Yoga
Yoga Breathe Workshop
Yoga for Weight Loss
Yoga for Beginners
Yoga at Highland Park Location
Whole Health Resources
Hatha Yoga
- improves
overall health while building strength, endurance and flexibility.
It also reduces stress and enhances mental well being. These
sessions use sun salutations, basic yoga postures, breathing
exercises and relaxation techniques designed to meet the needs of
all class participants.
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Flow Yoga
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This
invigorating style of yoga is designed to lead students into a more
challenging practice. We will focus on linking the postures
together with the use of the breath, developing a peaceful inner
awareness while cultivating strength and stamina for the body.
Knowledge of the sun salutation and basic postures necessary.
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YOGA BREATHE WORKSHOP -
Whole Health Resources - Squirrel Hill
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COST:
Relax, breathe deeply
and learn the keys to health, vitality and inner peace.
Relaxation and the
art of the breath instill a sense of calm and lasting
contentment. Pranayama can improve metabolism,
increase energy, balance health, enhance the immune
system and harmonize emotions.
This workshop
will begin by exploring the fundamentals of basic breath
support, and lead students into a complete practice of
breathing techniques to bring the body and mind into a
state of stillness, and to relax and rejuvenate.
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YOGA BASICS
Designed especially for the beginning student, this
series will focus on the basic breathing techniques and
yoga postures at a slow and relaxing pace. Emphasis will
be placed
on proper alignment in the basic postures and
modifications to suit your needs. Whether you have never
tried yoga or just never learned the basics, join
us as we get back to the abc’s!
Yoga promote a connection
between the mind and body to help return the body to its
natural weight.
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THE ABC’s
OF YOGA
New to yoga? This workshop is for you!
Designed especially for the beginning student, this class will
focus on the basic breathing techniques and yoga postures at a
slow and relaxing pace. Emphasis will be
placed on proper alignment in the basic
postures and modifications to suit your needs. Whether you have
never tried yoga or just never
learned the basics, join us as we get back to the abc’s!
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Nuin Center,
Highland Park (412-661-6108)
Tuesdays beginning Jan. 3, 2006, 6 - 7:30 p.m. Ongoing
$10.00 drop-in fee
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- All skill
levels welcome to these classes!
- NO PRIOR
YOGA EXPERIENCE NECESSARY
- Private
classes available at Whole Health Resources or at your home!
- On-site
classes available for groups, semi-privates and corporations
- Interested
in exploring your creative potential through movement or dance?
Contact Adrienne for more information!
Adrienne teaches
a wide range of yoga classes ranging from beginner to advanced.
Blending Hatha yoga with her knowledge of anatomy and alignment,
the class is truly created for the students.
Using breath
support and flow of the body, Adrienne creates a relaxing and peaceful
atmosphere where each individual body can work at their own pace,
while still being challenged. Adrienne firmly believes that there
is a way for everyone to do the postures. She can create a variation
for the student at any level, any age, any physicality.
Adrienne is
known for giving plenty of individual attention and answering any
questions that arise; even in the largest of class settings. Her
careful attention to detail, "gentle correction" of students
and "generous spirit" make her classes distinctive.
Benefits
of taking Adrienne's yoga class:
- Improved
flexibility and strength
- Stress reduction
and stress management tools
- Relaxation
techniques
- Improved
stamina
- Overall
sense of well-being and general health improved
What are
people saying about Adrienne's classes?
"Truly
the most relaxing hours I have ever spent. Adrienne makes my stressful
life livable!" -L.R., Pittsburgh
"I'm
just a beginner, but this class has really helped me both to relax
and get back in touch with my body. Adrienne is fantastic."
"Adrienne
is a wonderful teacher- she always takes time for individual attention
and offers poses and suggestions so that no matter what level, everyone
can get something from the class." -A. DeMarco, Pittsburgh
"Through
Adrienne's classes, I have been able to increase my flexibility,
focus, and self-awareness. As a beginner, she has assisted me in
performing postures correctly. Other classes I've gone to haven't
provided me such individual guidance." -Justin Pizzella,
Regent Square
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