ATHLETE YOGA
Anchorage, AK
Train the body and mind
The following information is for studio classes ONLY,
classes at practice or race sites are possible - call to discuss
Classes are taught at a local yoga studio
with the option to heat the studio up to 95 degrees.
Class length: 60-75 minutes
When: Between 1:30-4 PM, Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, & Sat
(Coach schedules the time that is most convenient)
Class Type: See Yoga Menu below for practice options
Cost: $15 per athlete, 13 attending athletes minimum
What to bring and wear:
- Yoga mats are provided, though it is recommended that the athlete brings his/her own.
- Wear comfortable clothing - shorts, yoga pants, tank tops, t-shirts, etc. Clothes that fit closer to the body are recommended so that clothing stays put during the practice. No shoes or socks.
- Try not to eat 2 hours before practicing, if you must do so, keep it to a light snack. Twists, forward bends, and other poses are much more comfortable and effective on an empty stomach.
- Bring a small towel and water bottle.
- Please, no strongly scented lotions or perfumes.
Yoga Menu
Design your classes to meet your team's needsChoose one, or a combination of the following, to custom design a practice to meet your team's specific needs
Heat
Heating the studio up to 90 degrees heightens the difficulty of the class. Physically, the body will bend further with added heat, and mentally the athlete's determination is pushed to the limits as the mind wants to end the physical exertion while the body can do more. Ideal for a team with future travel plans to hot weather states or a team who needs to practice finding mental strength within.
Strength
Poses designed to push the body to its physical and mental edge. The athletes will build muscle and core strength, and the mental focus needed to hold them.
Ideal for a team looking to develop/maintain the ability to "dig deep".
Balance
Poses that will challenge an athlete's center of gravity using different parts of the body, i.e., feet, toes, hands, forearms, shins, and shoulders. Athletes will learn about the small adjustments needed for balance, core strength, and body awareness for perfect alignment. Ideal for any team.
Injury Prevention
Longer held poses that specifically address common injuries of the athlete's sport. For example, athletes who run will hold poses for hip flexors, hips, knees, and ankles.
Ideal for a team that has recently played or competed at high and exhausting levels or teams with a current high injury count.
Focus
Breath work and focal points, coupled with balance and strength moves, will force an athlete to "get in the zone". They will be taught yoga methods of breathing to keep their thoughts in the present moment, slow down the heart rate, and channel their energy towards their goal.
Team Bonding
Partner yoga/group yoga requires teammates to support and trust one another.
Ideal for newly established teams or teams looking to regain a sense of unity.
Recuperative
Less physical poses held for longer lengths, that are designed to open and stretch not only muscles, but connective tissue and joints. These poses help prevent injury from overuse and speed the body's recovery from strenuous athletic activity.
Ideal for a team post tournament or competition.
Call for details - 907.764.2782
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