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Class For Men
So how does a novice get started with yoga? How do you tell your Vinyasas from Ha-
thas? Or your pigeons from your downward facing dogs? And what are the specific
benefits of each yoga practice? To find the best yoga class for your needs, our experts
talk us through seven different styles for men to try. Grab your yoga pants.
Beginners’ Yoga
What Is It? The clue’s in the name, though you might find these classes are called fun-
damental, foundation, or beginner’s flow. Either way, it’s an introduction class.
Who’s It For? Yoga newbies, of course. “It’s an opportunity to go with a group all on the
same level,” says Chris Magee, who runs his own foundation classes. “Everyone’s at
the beginning of their yoga journey.”
What Are The Benefits? This is about learning the basics so you can move onto an
open level class, which is open to everyone from beginner to more experienced stu-
dents.
“Open level classes still have the things from the beginner’s level class,” says Magee.
“But the teacher will be giving different variations and modifications for the more expe-
rienced people – so you’ll get to see a bigger range of postures. Start with a foundation
then work your way into an open level flow class.”
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