Beach Yoga in Vermilion and Huron
2012 Summer Lake Erie Beach Yoga Classes
Thursday Nights 7:30 – 8:30 PM
Friday & Saturday Mornings 8:30 – 9:30 AM
at the Firefly Beach Resort in Huron, Ohio
May 25 – August 31
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NEW – MONDAY and WEDNESDAY 8:30 – 9:30 AM
at the Main Street Beach in Vermilion, Ohio
(please note this is a change from the original announcement of Monday & Thursday)
June 4 – August 29
Do your Daily Downward Dogs this summer basking in the sun with a yoga class playlist courtesy of the rolling Lake Erie surf! Feel the breeze across your face as you breathe, stretch, and let go of your stress on this beautiful Lake Erie beach.
Beach Yoga at the Firefly Beach Resort
Huron, Ohio
The Firefly Beach Resort is located directly behind the Erie Kai Tavern at 4903 Cleveland Road East (Route 6) in Huron, Ohio.
Please park in the front by the Erie Kai Tavern or in their side parking area and walk down towards the beach. Check-in for classes is under the pavilion at the top of the beach.
All levels are welcome for this Hatha style yoga class (see class description below).
Drop ins welcome! Never a need to sign up – there is plenty of room on the beach and there is a covered shelter available for days when the weather does not cooperate.
Firefly Resort guests per class walk-in: $5.00
Non-Resort Guests per class walk-in: $10.00
10 Class Pass: $80.00
Beach Yoga at Main Street Beach in Vermilion, Ohio
The Main Street Beach yoga classes in Vermilion are free and open to the public. Donations are welcome!
If you would like more information, please contact The Daily Downward Dog
or call (330) 289-7026.
Class Description
Hatha Yoga — All Levels Welcome
Have you always wanted to practice yoga but hesitated because you thought it looked too difficult? If you are seeking a yoga class that will demystify yoga and teach the basics in a supportive and fun environment, then this class is for you! We will start out with warm-ups and proceed to step-by-step asana instruction, providing you with an active yet gentle practice that focuses on breath work, strengthening of the core and back, stretching, toning, and relaxation. This class will help you open up areas of tightness, such as hips and shoulders, and get you moving with basic Sun Salutations sequences—always with suggestions for modifications. If you are feeling stressed out, you will leave this class feeling refreshed and energized.
New to yoga? Check out the Yoga 101 articles on The Daily Downard Dog.
What to Bring
New students, please arrive 5-15 minutes early to prepare for class. Requests, concerns and questions will be happily addressed.
Bring your own sunscreen and yoga mat or beach towel, but we do have a few complimentary mats for students who need one. However, if you use our mats, please wipe them down (with wipes provided) after use. You should also bring an old sheet or a beach towel to place under your yoga mat to aid in keeping sand off your mat. You will also want to bring sunglasses or a hat for sunny days and also water for after class. No shoes needed, we will practice barefoot.
Weather
Updates are posted on the Daily Downward Dog Facebook Page and Twitter @downwarddog up to an hour before class on questionable weather days. Class is cancelled when temperature is below 45. If it is raining or there is a chance of rain, classes at The Firefly Beach Resort will be held under the covered pavilion (except on the rare occasion of high winds along with the rain).
About Maria Santoferraro
Maria is a graduate of Marietta College and spent the past 25 years in the crazy corporate world. Needing a detox from an unhealthy lifestyle, boatloads of stress, and an aching back, she sought out a healthier lifestyle and went back to the one form of exercise that has always brought her joy and relief—yoga!
The practice of yoga has helped Maria heal her back from the chronic pain she experienced as a result of being diagnosed with scoliosis as a teenager. But more than relieving stress and feeling better both physically and spiritually, it has brought her a new balanced way of living that has enhanced her well-being. Maria’s passion for yoga has led her to gain her 200-hour teaching certification from Try4Life and also blossomed into this blog. In this past year, Maria has been fortunate to study with Max Strom, Rodney Yee, Kathryn Budig, and Cora Wen and will continue her yoga education and journey for the rest of her life.
Maria loves to keep her classes lighthearted and fun while helping to demystify yoga and educate her students on the benefits of yoga both on and off the mat. With a variety of uplifting class themes, she keeps her classes fresh and creative. Maria’s goal is to share the benefits of yoga with anyone willing to open their hearts and give it a try.
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I would love to do beach yoga and wish someone would have a class in Cleveland. I was excited to see an Ohio class but your location is not feasible for Cleveland residents. Maybe some time you could do a weekend workshop on the beach here or convince some teacher you know in this area to start a class up..it boggles the mind that this is not more popular in my city.
Namaste’
Nick – I do know of a class that is held around Rocky River (west side of CLE) and I’ll email you the details. If I hear of anything else I will let you know. Would love to get something set up around Cleveland – will see what I can do, but my summer schedule in Vermilion keeps me busy.
Looking forward to practicing with you in Vermilion!
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