GROUP CLASSES

Group classes are open to general public.

We welcome practitioners of any level and Yoga style, and total beginners.

Levels

Level 1

For those new to Iyengar Yoga, continuing beginners but also for experienced students who want to focus on the foundations of the practice.

Focus on fundamental postures and its actions within standing, seated, and inverted postures such as Halãsana and Sarvāngāsana (Shoulder-stand) are introduced and refined.

Level 2

For students with more than 1 year of practice. Once the basic foundation is learned, Level 1 standing poses are deeply familiar and Sarvāngāsana can be held for at least 5 minutes, students move onto Level 2.

Here we refine and expand upon what was taught in Level 1.

Śīrṣāsana (headstand), Full Arm Balance, and Backbends are all introduced. Deeper twisting poses and forward extensions and variations in the Shoulder-stand family are explored.

Level 3

Once self-practice has begun, Śīrṣāsana can be held for some time, and students can go up into Full Arm Balance and push up into Urdhva Dhanurasana independently, they are ready to explore Level 3.

Seasoned Iyengar Yoga students will experience the challenge that comes with learning the intermediate asanas across all categories, including variations in the Inversions.

PRĀNĀYĀMA & MANTRA

This is for students with at least 1 and a half years of regular practice.

Prana = Life force energy. Ayama = Expansion

These are Yogic breathing classes for students practicing from Level 2 or above.

Pranayama helps to control and calm the mind and recharge one’s energy. It is a quieter and more subtle work than asana practice. A gate to Meditation.

Japa Mantra

This practice consists in repetition of a mantra (sacred word or phrase) for some period of time, to lead into a meditative state. It is believed that Japa Mantra is the most powerful from of meditation.

Japa meditation actually shifts your brain state because you’re giving it a healing sound vibration. We are vibratory creatures and the practice of chanting specific mantras helps one heal on an energetic level

Tips for before and after practice

BEFORE THE SESSION:

- Arrive 5 to 15 minutes early to prepare with calm and focus.
- Keep your body light: practice at least 2.5 hours after a meal, or enjoy juice, tea, or fruit up to 20 minutes beforehand.
- Empty your bladder and bowels before arriving.
- Wear comfortable clothing that allows free movement, like shorts, leggings, or a cotton T-shirt.
- Ensure your body is clean before practice: consider a quick shower or washing your hands and feet. If you tend to sweat, bring a small towel and a clean T-shirt for afterward.
- Remove any jewelry, strings, bracelets, or watches that might interfere with postures.
- Opt for glasses instead of contact lenses.
- Avoid prolonged sun exposure just before practice.
- Inform the teacher of any physical or mental considerations, such as headaches, menstruation, or ongoing treatments.
- Avoid applying creams to your hands, arms and legs before practice.

AFTER THE SESSION:

- Collect and put away any materials used during class.
- Maintain your sense of inner calm as you transition out.
- Wait at least 20 minutes before showering or eating.

Prices

Anual insurance - 10€

Level 1, 2 & Pranayama drop in in class - 15€

level 3 drop in Class - 20€

Monthly Subscriptions

1 class per week L 1, 2 & P - 58€

1 level 3 class per week - 65€

2 classes per week - 108€

3 classes per week - 148€

Weekly Pass (5 sessions) - 70€

*MONTHLY FEES POLICY

- values are based on a 49 - week year -

Payment is to be made by the 10th day of each month.

Classes don’t carry over month but have to be used up within the calendar month time period.

During the Christmas holidays, the studio closes for 3 weeks.

Reviews

Jemma Backer

Student

Sol is a true inspiration! I admire this lady so much! I live in the UK and have been going to Quinta for over 20 years & each year I look forward to Classes with Sol. After my sessions with Sol I feel amazing....my body feels lengthened, strong & released all at the same time. The studio/space at Sol Veigas Yoga is a unique offering....the space enables you to focus on your practice & offers an abundance of equipment that assists you when in various postures & positions. I cannot recommend anyone else in the Algarve more than I recommend Sol....this is by far the best yoga I have ever done!!! Thank you xx

Lori Gray