IDY Classes with Kamie Noelani, M.A., E-RYT
Live an Inspired Life

"The divine gift of grace saying YES to life...Hope will always fill the future with possibilities as yet undreamt." - Poised for Grace

These IDY classes are taught by Kamie Noelani, E-RYT/RYT and include Kamie's Specialty Classes. For 2010-2011, Kamie is primarily focusing on teaching Yoga Teacher Trainings, Workshops and Specialty Classes. However, she's been known to spontaneously add to her schedule! Check back often. For a schedule of Workshops, Advanced Studies, and Yoga Teacher Trainings, please see individual pages for more information and details.

Class Locations

In Motion Fitness ~ 1293 East 1st Ave., Chico, CA

If you are not a member of In Motion Fitness, you may drop into class and pay the daily fee for use of the club. Plan ahead and you can use all of the club's facilities. You may also purchase a 10-class yoga series card at the front desk and attend any of In Motion Fitness Yoga Classes.

Blue Lotus Yoga & Wellness ~ 973 East Avenue, Suite F, Chico, CA

IDY Class Descriptions & Details

IDY-Integrative Dynamic Yoga™ is a systematic method to enhance and “re”-integrate mind/body consciousness. It is an inter-disciplinary approach that fuses traditional yoga principles and contemporary philosophical practices with the fundamental techniques of exercise science, fitness, and restorative and functional conditioning. IDY establishes optimal health, fitness, personal well-being and awareness.

IDY Fundamentals ~ All Levels

Introduces IDY's Seven Principles of Synergy with particular emphasis placed on Integrative Alignment Principles. Perfect for those new to yoga and the IDY method as well as those recovering from injury, challenged by chronic pain, or seeking more detailed posture instruction and guidance. All levels are welcome.

IDY Fundamentals & Flow ~ All Levels

Expands on IDY Fundamentals through the application of IDY's Dynamic Sequencing. Focus is placed on integrated movement and alignment applications for increasing strength, stability, flexibility, and range of motion to enhance muscular conditioning and Mind/Body-Centered Awareness. All levels are welcome.

IDY Power Flow ~ Level 2/Intermediate

IDY Power Flow (or IDY Power Vinyasa Flow) - This class  is a complete experience of IDY's Seven Principles of Synergy with particular emphasis placed on IDY's Dynamic Sequencing - integrated movement and alignment applications for increasing strength, stability, endurance, flexibility and range of motion to enhance physical  conditioning, mind/body-centered awareness, mental clarity and emotional well-being. This class includes instruction and practice of advanced yoga postures and will challenge you in ways you never imagined...physically, mentally, and emotionally. In this class we touch the power of freedom by saying "YES" to life! This is a Level 2 class, previous yoga experience is required.

IDY Prenatal Yoga

Prenatal Yoga helps expectant moms prepare the mind and body for a healthy pregnancy and positive childbirth experience. Using Yoga postures, movement, breath, and meditation, expectant women are able to explore and accept the changes in their body, discover ways of coping with discomforts associated with pregnancy, and prepare their mind and body for labor and birth. Each class includes Yoga postures, breathwork, mind/body-centered awareness, meditation, relaxation, and labor coping rituals. Women build confidence and trust in themselves, their body, and their baby as they prepare for childbirth and motherhood. Benefits of Prenatal Yoga...

• Bond with your baby in the most satisfying ways possible
• Prevent and alleviate pregnancy related discomfort
• Strengthen and tone muscles affected by pregnancy
• Reduce anxiety and prepare for your birth experience
• Practice breathing techniques for relaxation and for labor
• Learn mind-body awareness and meditation techniques
• Improve overall sense of well-being
• Interact and share with other expectant moms

No prior Yoga experience is necessary. You may start Prenatal Yoga at any time during your pregnancy; however, participants should check with their doctor or midwife before beginning this, or any, exercise program. This Prenatal Yoga class is taught by Kamie Noelani, E-RYT, a certified Prenatal Yoga Instructor, doula, and childbirth educator.

Sunday Shri ~ Yoga Spirit

“TAKE YOUR PRACTICE TO THE NEXT LEVEL.” Offered on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month, Yoga Spirit integrates contemporary spiritual principles and yoga philosophy with an IDY-Integrative Dynamic Yoga practice.

This is not an ordinary yoga class. These two hour sessions are intended to assist and guide participants to go within to cultivate their spiritual unfolding. Each session includes a spiritually based philosophical discussion and inquiry, guided meditation, focused asana practice, breathwork, relaxation, and applications for daily living. Sunday Shri-Yoga Spirit is for those new to yoga, seasoned practitioners, and those seeking to make a shift in their lives.