Sri Dharma Mittra is a living yoga legend. Born in the Minas Gerais state of Brazil, Dharma began studying Yoga books in his late teens. His intensive study of Patanjali's Ashtanga and Karma Yoga began in 1964 under guru Sri Swami Kailashananda. A celebrated teacher at his guru’s ashram, Dharma left in 1975 and founded one of the early independent schools of yoga in New York City: the Dharma Yoga Center. Since that time, he has taught tens of thousands all over the globe, modeled and created the Master Yoga Chart of 908 Postures, and authored the book ASANAS: 608 Yoga Poses. Sri Dharma continues to disseminate the complete traditional science of Yoga in daily classes and workshops around the world as well as through his Life of a Yogi Teacher Trainings at the Dharma Yoga New York Center.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Intensity Levels
Intensity is not the same as difficulty; it refers to the amount of exertion that a workout requires.
Intensity Levels
Intensity is not the same as difficulty; it refers to the amount of exertion that a workout requires.
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Tap into the power of deep rest and inner exploration with psychic sleep, also known as yoga nidra. This practice allows your body to reach the deepest state of relaxation while keeping your mind fully conscious, offering the restorative benefits of sleep without the need to fully drift off. As you progress through each practice, you’ll systematically relax each part of your body, turning your focus inward to connect with your true self. This state of conscious rest will leave you feeling mentally and physically rejuvenated, providing a unique opportunity for profound relaxation and personal growth.
In this series, you will:
- Experience the rejuvenating benefits of deep rest and relaxation while remaining fully conscious
- Enhance mental clarity and self-awareness through guided inner exploration
- Feel physically and mentally refreshed, recharged, and restored after each session
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Sri Dharma Mittra is a living yoga legend. Born in the Minas Gerais state of Brazil, Dharma began studying Yoga books in his late teens. His intensive study of Patanjali's Ashtanga and Karma Yoga began in 1964 under guru Sri Swami Kailashananda. A celebrated teacher at his guru’s ashram, Dharma left in 1975 and founded one of the early independent schools of yoga in New York City: the Dharma Yoga Center. Since that time, he has taught tens of thousands all over the globe, modeled and created the Master Yoga Chart of 908 Postures, and authored the book ASANAS: 608 Yoga Poses. Sri Dharma continues to disseminate the complete traditional science of Yoga in daily classes and workshops around the world as well as through his Life of a Yogi Teacher Trainings at the Dharma Yoga New York Center.