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Coming this Summer!
A new Dragonfly Hot Yoga studio on the Middleton/Madison border!
Dragonfly Hot Yoga is a hot yoga studio for EVERYONE and EVERY LEVEL. You will feel comfortable and at home in our studio and our instructors will make sure you feel safe and welcome. We believe yoga is for every shape, every size, every person.
Whether you’ve been doing yoga for years or taking your first class, Dragonfly is for you. We will respect, honor, and encourage your practice. We hope to sweat with you soon!
Why the heat:
There are many benefits that come with a heated studio and here are just a few:
The heat
- allows muscles to become more flexible.
- allows you to go deeper into a pose.
- helps to diminish the risk of injuries.
- promotes sweating which helps you release toxins.
- promotes weight loss.
Also, proponents of the practice believe that hot yoga exercise reduces the symptoms of certain chronic illnesses, such as thyroid disorders, arthritis and circulatory problems.
Please show up to class at least 10-15 minutes early!! If you are running late, please call the studio to let us know (608.274.9642) so you don’t get locked out!
Beginning students often ask us, “What class should I start out with–which one should I try first?”. Amber Thompson, one of our amazing instructors, wrote a little something to answer your questions!
Amber’s Advice: We will meet you where you are, just show up!
Students will often ask me which classes are the hardest or which one they should take. It is almost as if they are asking if they are ready for a class. This question is difficult because everyone feels yoga poses differently in their body. Each class has it challenges and rewards.
Dragonfly Fire turns up the heat, you hold poses for up to a minute at time and the heat is on (105 degrees and 40% humidity) the class is 90 minutes long which can be challenging. But you also are rewarded with resting poses in between postures. It is a perfect class for beginners because you have plenty of time to find each pose in your body and there is an entry point for each posture. Plus the exuberant Natalie offers encouragement to keep you on track and exploring your personal edge in each pose.
Dragonfly Flow moves fast, there is no doubt about it. You link your breath to each movement and there are quite a few weight bearing chaturangas (low push-ups) to strengthen your upper body. But the music and dynamic nature of the sequence keep you motivated. People who haven’t enjoyed more traditional forms of yoga classes often find their groove. Plus you have to love a class where you can listen to Justin Timberlake while you work your core! Each instructor brings their own fresh take on flow classes. We now offer three types of flow classes: Traditional Flow, Chakra Flow and Slow Flow. All three types are great for all levels.
Dragonfly Yin is like an internal massage for the connective tissues. To be honest, this class is the greatest challenge for me because holding the pose and staying still requires me to stay in my body, to resist the urge to boogie my way out the side door. You have the assists of props to allow your body to open up and free tight soft tissues. Often at the end of class you are rewarded with a juicy guided mediation. This class is a great compliment for athletes or anyone who tends to have tight muscles.
Dragonfly Fit proves you can have it all in one class. This class marries yoga, calisthenics and the use of weights to give your body a full toning workout. Think Warrior II pose with weights in your hands. What more can you ask for?
No matter what class you take at Dragonfly you will feel welcome. That is my promise to each and every person that walks in the door. Megan has hand picked her instructors. Each one creates an open and accepting environment. ANY shape, ANY age and ANY size can take each and every one of our classes. I’ll admit, we all have our favorites. Favorite times to practice, favorite teachers, favorite styles of yoga– I challenge you to try new things. Let go of the idea that you need take a certain class to have a good experience. Or the myth that you don’t belong in a certain class. You belong here. We are ready for you to take the plunge. Don’t wait, come and join us. And if you ask me what class is the best for beginners or for you, I’ll proudly say, “Every one of them is best”. We will meet you where you are, just show up. –Amber Thompson Yoga Extraordinaire