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Classes at The Art Center

At the Art Center, we are proud to be the home of Precision Alignment Yoga™! This style of yoga uses a variety of  props and our newest additions, the Great Yoga Wall in order to help students practice each posture safely and effectively. Instructors Betty Larsen and Sharon Coogle individualize instruction to increase students' ability while respecting physical limitations. We offer courses from beginning to intermediate yoga, and at a variety of times throughout the week to suit your needs.  

Class Descriptions

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Precision Alignment Yoga™  Intro/ Level 1:
Instructors: Sharon Coogle & Betty Larsen

 Improve strength, balance, flexibility; increase range of motion while learning fundamental yoga poses. The safe, effective practice of this gentle, anatomically based style of yoga uses props such as blocks and chairs to make yoga accessible to all.  Personalized instruction respects individual physical conditions.

Precision Alignment Yoga™ Level 1: 
Instructor: Sharon Coogle
 For students with some yoga experience, an opportunity to increase strength, flexibility, balance and mental acuity through asana practice that integrates movement with mindful breathing. Additional benefits include improved emotional well-being and possible mitigation of anxiety, insomnia and chronic pain.

Precision Alignment Yoga™ Level 2: 
Instructor: Betty Larsen
 Go more deeply into the practice and philosophy of yoga. Precision Alignment Yoga™ Level I or comparable experience is recommended. 

Precision Alignment Yoga™ Restorative Yoga: 
Instructor: Sharon Coogle
Restorative Yoga allows the practitioner to enter a state of deep physical and mental relaxation.  Although some yoga experience is helpful, no level of knowledge or ability is required.  Extensive use of props and supports will help every body attain positions that encourage restoration.  Please bring a large pillowcase, bath towel and socks.  If you have yoga props, please bring your strap, blocks, bolsters and blanket.
Limited class size.

Check out our Restorative Yoga Classes
   Please contact our instructor Sharon Coogle prior to signing up for class to ensure you are placed in the correct level.  
phone: (706) 633-4520   / email: 123inkfish@gmail.com

Please contact the Art Center for information and series registration at 706-632-2144.

2023 Quarter Series -
​8 week course

$80.00 / series

January 10 - February 28, 2023
Instructor: Sharon Coogle
Instructor: Betty Larson
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March 7 - April 25, 2023

Instructor: Sharon Coogle
Instructor: Betty Larson

Intro / Level I
Tuesday 10:35am -12:00pm
Instructor: Sharon Coogle

Wednesday 10:30am-Noon
Instructor: Betty Larsen

Level I
Tuesday 9:00am-10:25am

 
Level II
Wednesday 12:30pm -2:30pm
Instructor: Betty Larsen


No refunds if classes are missed.
Limited class size.
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For the continued health and safety of our staff and patrons, the Art Center continues to require everyone to wear a mask, use hand sanitizer, and social distance while in the building at this time.
Students need to bring their own yoga equipment.  If any questions, please call the Art Center at (706) 632-2144.

Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
420 West Main Street   Blue Ridge GA  30513
(706) 632- 2144 office    (706) 632-7785 fax      
BlueRidgeArts@gmail.com
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​Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association is an equal-opportunity organization and does not and shall not discriminate in any of its activities or operations on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religious affiliation, nationality, or ethnic origin. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, artists, clients, volunteers, vendors and guests.