Online Group Classes

Discover the Power of Community With Online Group Yoga Classes

Welcome to Online Group Yoga! Join me and a supportive community on a journey to discover yoga's physical and mental benefits from the comfort of your personal space. With classes tailored for various abilities, you'll find the perfect fit for your practice. Experience the shared energy and connection in our virtual sessions, where we flow through poses, breathing exercises, and mindful moments together. Elevate your well-being through the transformative power of group yoga, all accessible at your fingertips. Let's create a space where the joy of yoga and the strength of community converge in the digital landscape. Join me on the mat for a fulfilling and convenient yoga experience!

Computer laptop with yoga position side stretch for online yoga

Tranquility Tuesday - Unwind and Relax with Slow Flow Yoga

Your Weekly Slow Flow Sanctuary

Destress with This Relaxing Online Slow Flow Yoga Class

Taught by Emily Dianda, E-RYT, with over twenty years of professional experience teaching mindful and gentle yoga classes, this virtual beginner-friendly yoga class provides a relaxing oasis from the comfort of your own home.

Gently stretch, breathe, and restore your balance through this live online slow-flow yoga class.

The gentle flowing sequences, simple stretches, and calming resting poses help you decompress from the daily grind. Each mindful movement will reduce feelings of anxiety, and nourish your mind-body connection. Suitable for all levels, this virtual class allows you to join a relaxing yoga practice alongside others, all from the comfort of your home.

Benefits of Live Online Yoga Classes

Increased flexibility & strength
Reduced feelings of stress and anxiety
Greater body awareness & mindfulness
An overall sense of wellbeing
Connection with a community of yogis
No need to find a sitter, brave traffic, or weather

"I always leave Emily's classes feeling stretched, renewed, and de-stressed from the work day." – Robin A., yoga student

What to Expect

60 minutes of gentle, slower-paced flows
Guidance on breathwork and meditation
Options to modify poses for your needs
Soothing stretches & restorative postures
Cueing for proper alignment & stability

What you need for practice

Yoga mat & props for comfort
Quiet space & internet connection
A device with a camera & microphone
Register via the link located in the sidebar

Classes meet on Tuesday at 7 pm PST / 10 pm EST online via Zoom

These are donation-based classes - please give what you can. Thank you for your generosity!

Online Class Details

Join our live virtual yoga classes every Tuesday at 7 pm PST or 10 pm EST via Zoom.

Donation-Based Online Yoga

In order to ensure that yoga is accessible to individuals with different budgets, this class operates on a donation basis. Please contribute an amount that suits your financial means. Your donation can vary from day to day, depending on what feels comfortable for you.

Teaching yoga is my profession, and your donations help support my expenses, time, and the sharing of my knowledge as a yoga instructor.

Please send all donations via Venmo or Zelle

Venmo: @Emiliy-Dianda
Zelle: 415-385-1635 or emilydianda@yahoo.com

Before Getting Started

Test Run

Prior to class, make sure to do a test run with ZOOM. You can register through your desktop or download the app to your smartphone or iPad.

Make sure that your audio and video are working and set up your computer or device so that I can visually see you while you stand on your mat. This allows me to provide guidance. Also, be sure to set up somewhere where there is no backlight.

When it's time for class, click the link and if needed, enter the password. If there is a problem, text me so that we can work through it together.

Practice Space

Please set up your space beforehand. This includes laying out your mat to ensure you have adequate space to move around easily. Have any props you want to use nearby such as blocks, straps, blankets, pillows, etc. The room should be uncluttered and noise-free, with limited distractions. Feel free to light candles or incense to set the mood and help you feel comfortable so that you can easily drop in.

Lighting

Ensure that you have Please set up your space beforehand. This includes laying out your mat to ensure you have adequate space to move around easily. Have any props you want to use nearby such as blocks, straps, blankets, pillows, etc. The room should be uncluttered and noise-free, with limited distractions. Feel free to light candles or incense to set the mood and help you feel comfortable so that you can easily drop in.adequate lighting so that I can see you clearly (we will test this once we login)

Noise

Make sure there is not a lot of external noise such as other people moving around or talking, radio/tv interference, gardeners or street noise, etc. You can use music as long as you mute your microphone.

Communicate

Please let me know of any injuries, limitations, questions, or concerns you have so I can help you stay safe. During our session, let me know if you are confused, have difficulties with something, or experience any pain or discomfort. As your teacher, I am here to serve you but cannot help if I do not know there's an issue. Open, honest communication is essential to your well-being and to the success of your practice and our time together.

FAQs for Streaming

What is the best browser to use with virtual classes?

Zoom works best when using the Chrome web browser if you are using your laptop and not the desktop app. It also helps if you have cleared your cache regularly.er to this item.

What should I do if my internet connection isn’t working well?

If your connection slows down during the class, try turning off your video camera so you can still see the class. This helps decreased the load your wifi connection..

Can I change the view so I am only seeing the teacher?

“Speaker” view allows you to follow the teacher, while “Gallery” view will show other students in the class. this item.

What happens if the feed suddenly stops?

It’s rare, but it can happen. If it does, stay in the virtual classroom and the feed should resume once the problem is resolved by the host.

Can you help me with technical issues?

The answer is probably not but I’ll do my best to try. The best thing to do is play around with your free Zoom account and familiarize yourself. But do email or text me after the class if there is an issue with your class and I will try my best to resolve the problem.

How do I pay for my online classes?

The pricing structure remains the same. Series members will use their credits and drop in participants will be charged when they sign up.

What should I do if I don’t have props?

Get creative! The best thing I can recommend is to have one or two thick towels or blankets available, particularly if you need height for your seated poses or head during reclining poses. Use a belt or dish towel in place of a yoga strap. You can use books or other household items in place of blocks. If you have your own props, use them!