Come build a safe vinyasa practice and learn alignment techniques that might not always be covered in your typical hour-long class. Vinyasa 101 at Om Studios in Monterey on Saturday, February 29 at 1:30pm will offer an introduction to the foundational postures of Surya Namaskar A + B, the heart of the flow practice. Register in advance online - fee is $35.

This two hour workshop led by Gennica Cochran will focus on building strength, modifying the practice, and demystifying uyajji breath. Learn how to flow and move with confidence through transitional poses like chaturanga, cobra, and upward facing dog while refining the vinyasa experience.

Gennica Cochran began teaching yoga after attending Mount Madonna School of Yoga in 2010, where she was inspired by the teachings of Baba Hari Dass to live a life dedicated to service and self-study. She has certification in Restorative, Pre-Natal, Classical Ashtanga (Raja) Yoga and completed the 500HR Power, Precision + Mindfulness program with Jason Crandell in 2016. Gennica’s classes encourage students to explore their practice with intention by combining breath awareness and skillful movement while also drawing on her love of the earth and cosmos.