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Difficulty & Intensity Guide

This comprehensive guide will help you find which series is right for you

Difficulty Levels

Difficulty refers to the level of skill and technique called for in a class.

Introductory

Introductory classes are designed for those who have never taken a yoga or fitness class before.

As a step below the beginner level, introductory classes move at a slow pace, take time to break down each pose and exercise, and are shorter in length to help you build endurance as you create a new movement routine. These classes are generally bodyweight only and contain modifications to help you feel safe and supported.

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Beginner

Beginner classes are geared toward those who have very little exposure to yoga or fitness.

These classes offer many modifications and detailed instructions on fundamental poses and exercises. Beginner classes are perfect for someone who is looking to start a regular yoga practice or fitness routine, though they’re also suitable for all levels to practice and brush up on the basics with alignment and form. You can also find mindfulness and wellness in this category.

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Moderate

As the next step up from beginner classes, moderate classes include higher-level modifications and less detailed instruction than you would find in a beginner class.

Moderate classes are well-suited for those who have previous yoga and fitness experience and a basic understanding of poses, exercises, and class structure. This is an excellent choice if you’re trying to maintain consistency in your routine and increase your strength, skills, and flexibility with a class geared toward all levels.

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Intermediate

Looking for a challenge? Intermediate classes tend to weave in more challenging poses and high-intensity exercises at a faster pace.

These classes will help build your strength, deepen your flexibility, and enhance your body awareness. For yoga classes, you can expect creative transitions, options for arm balances and inversions, and workout-inspired flows. For fitness classes, expect heavier weights, a higher sweat factor, and a quick pace that challenges your strength and cardio endurance.

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Advanced

These classes offer the perfect opportunity to explore your potential beyond what you’ll find in typical all-levels studio classes.

Advanced classes are designed for those with a strong and consistent yoga and fitness routine. Expect advanced-level inversions, arm balances, and backbends; challenging peak pose variations; deep flexibility; strength work; and tricky transitions. You’ll find your edge while exploring a greater level of strength, control, and skill work.

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Introductory

Introductory classes are designed for those who have never taken a yoga or fitness class before.

As a step below the beginner level, introductory classes move at a slow pace, take time to break down each pose and exercise, and are shorter in length to help you build endurance as you create a new movement routine. These classes are generally bodyweight only and contain modifications to help you feel safe and supported.

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Beginner

Beginner classes are geared toward those who have very little exposure to yoga or fitness.

These classes offer many modifications and detailed instructions on fundamental poses and exercises. Beginner classes are perfect for someone who is looking to start a regular yoga practice or fitness routine, though they’re also suitable for all levels to practice and brush up on the basics with alignment and form. You can also find mindfulness and wellness in this category.

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Moderate

As the next step up from beginner classes, moderate classes include higher-level modifications and less detailed instruction than you would find in a beginner class.

Moderate classes are well-suited for those who have previous yoga and fitness experience and a basic understanding of poses, exercises, and class structure. This is an excellent choice if you’re trying to maintain consistency in your routine and increase your strength, skills, and flexibility with a class geared toward all levels.

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Intermediate

Looking for a challenge? Intermediate classes tend to weave in more challenging poses and high-intensity exercises at a faster pace.

These classes will help build your strength, deepen your flexibility, and enhance your body awareness. For yoga classes, you can expect creative transitions, options for arm balances and inversions, and workout-inspired flows. For fitness classes, expect heavier weights, a higher sweat factor, and a quick pace that challenges your strength and cardio endurance.

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Advanced

These classes offer the perfect opportunity to explore your potential beyond what you’ll find in typical all-levels studio classes.

Advanced classes are designed for those with a strong and consistent yoga and fitness routine. Expect advanced-level inversions, arm balances, and backbends; challenging peak pose variations; deep flexibility; strength work; and tricky transitions. You’ll find your edge while exploring a greater level of strength, control, and skill work.

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Intensity Levels

Intensity is not the same as difficulty; it refers to the amount of exertion that a workout requires.

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Level 1
Ideal for those looking for a slower-paced, chill, or more restorative style of class. You’ll leave feeling calm, relaxed, and at ease.
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Level 2
Great for those who want to move at a slow to moderate pace. Classes within this level vary from feel-good flows to entry-level strength training. You’ll feel comfortably challenged and explore a more dynamic range of movement.
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Level 3
This is the best option for those looking to amp up the sweat factor. You’ll get your heart rate up, test your endurance, and challenge your limits with faster-paced movement and exercises.
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Level 4
These classes are designed to test your limits to the max. You’ll move at a fast pace to push yourself to your peak, increase your heart rate, and accelerate your breathing. Prepare to discover untapped levels of strength and endurance.
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Level 1
Ideal for those looking for a slower-paced, chill, or more restorative style of class. You’ll leave feeling calm, relaxed, and at ease.
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Level 2
Great for those who want to move at a slow to moderate pace. Classes within this level vary from feel-good flows to entry-level strength training. You’ll feel comfortably challenged and explore a more dynamic range of movement.
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Level 3
This is the best option for those looking to amp up the sweat factor. You’ll get your heart rate up, test your endurance, and challenge your limits with faster-paced movement and exercises.
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Level 4
These classes are designed to test your limits to the max. You’ll move at a fast pace to push yourself to your peak, increase your heart rate, and accelerate your breathing. Prepare to discover untapped levels of strength and endurance.
Intensity Levels

Intensity is not the same as difficulty; it refers to the amount of exertion that a workout requires.

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Level 1
Ideal for those looking for a slower-paced, chill, or more restorative style of class. You’ll leave feeling calm, relaxed, and at ease.
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Level 2
Great for those who want to move at a slow to moderate pace. Classes within this level vary from feel-good flows to entry-level strength training. You’ll feel comfortably challenged and explore a more dynamic range of movement.
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Level 3
This is the best option for those looking to amp up the sweat factor. You’ll get your heart rate up, test your endurance, and challenge your limits with faster-paced movement and exercises.
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Level 4
These classes are designed to test your limits to the max. You’ll move at a fast pace to push yourself to your peak, increase your heart rate, and accelerate your breathing. Prepare to discover untapped levels of strength and endurance.
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Level 1
Ideal for those looking for a slower-paced, chill, or more restorative style of class. You’ll leave feeling calm, relaxed, and at ease.
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Level 2
Great for those who want to move at a slow to moderate pace. Classes within this level vary from feel-good flows to entry-level strength training. You’ll feel comfortably challenged and explore a more dynamic range of movement.
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Level 3
This is the best option for those looking to amp up the sweat factor. You’ll get your heart rate up, test your endurance, and challenge your limits with faster-paced movement and exercises.
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Level 4
These classes are designed to test your limits to the max. You’ll move at a fast pace to push yourself to your peak, increase your heart rate, and accelerate your breathing. Prepare to discover untapped levels of strength and endurance.

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Downward Dog Pose
Instructor: Dylan Werner

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Description

Learn how to do Downward Dog Pose (Adho Mukha Svanasana). This video tutorial will teach you the proper alignment and technique to help you safely move into Downward Dog Pose.

Downward Dog is a beginner inversion that’s commonly practiced in most yoga classes. While it’s often used as a transition pose, there are so many reasons why you should practice Downward Dog on its own!

Benefits of Downward Dog Pose:
- Reduces stress and anxiety
- Relieves tension in your neck, shoulders, and back
- Elongates your spine and improves posture
- Strengthens your upper body and legs
- Stretches your shoulders, hamstrings, and calves

How to do Downward Dog Pose:
1. Start on your hands and knees. Place your hands at the top of the mat, shoulder distance apart.
2. Externally rotate your arms by wrapping your triceps back so your elbows face the back of the room. Squeeze your hands together to activate your chest.
3. Curl your toes under, then lift your knees and hips up and back. Align your shoulders between your hands and hips.
4. Create extension in your spine by lifting up from your pelvis and pressing into your hands. Wrap your triceps down to create space across your back.
5. Lift your heels slightly and turn them out so they’re aligned behind your toes. Squeeze your inner thighs together.
6. Bring your gaze straight down so your ears line up between your biceps.

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Dylan Werner

Dylan grew up in the mountains of Southern California, where at an early age he was into fitness, movement, extreme sports, and nature. At 18, he joined the U.S. Marine Corps, where he served as an aircraft firefighter, and also wrestled for the All-Marine wrestling team. After one tour of duty in the Iraqi war, Dylan was honorably discharged and returned to California to attend university, where he studied anatomy and emergency medicine. Dylan spent eight years working as a paramedic; four years on an ambulance and another four years as a full-time firefighter/paramedic.

Dylan was first introduced to yoga in 2001 as a part of his martial arts training, but it wasn't until 2009 when he made the yoga practice a part of his daily life and started to understand the true journey of the yogi.

Since 2011, Dylan has been teaching yoga. Though a lover of movement, handstands, arm balances and creative sequencing, his focus is the integration of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence to create a space to deepen the inner connection.

In 2015, Dylan gave up his home in California to travel and teach workshops, teacher trainings, festivals, and retreats. He has taught in over 60 countries and more than 400 workshops or events. He is passionate about spreading his love for yoga and helping others in their journey by sharing his journey.

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Dylan Werner

Dylan grew up in the mountains of Southern California, where at an early age he was into fitness, movement, extreme sports, and nature. At 18, he joined the U.S. Marine Corps, where he served as an aircraft firefighter, and also wrestled for the All-Marine wrestling team. After one tour of duty in the Iraqi war, Dylan was honorably discharged and returned to California to attend university, where he studied anatomy and emergency medicine. Dylan spent eight years working as a paramedic; four years on an ambulance and another four years as a full-time firefighter/paramedic.

Dylan was first introduced to yoga in 2001 as a part of his martial arts training, but it wasn't until 2009 when he made the yoga practice a part of his daily life and started to understand the true journey of the yogi.

Since 2011, Dylan has been teaching yoga. Though a lover of movement, handstands, arm balances and creative sequencing, his focus is the integration of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence to create a space to deepen the inner connection.

In 2015, Dylan gave up his home in California to travel and teach workshops, teacher trainings, festivals, and retreats. He has taught in over 60 countries and more than 400 workshops or events. He is passionate about spreading his love for yoga and helping others in their journey by sharing his journey.