What Class Should I Take?

Not sure where to begin?

We’ll help you choose a class based on your body, energy, experience, and what kind of support you need today.

At The Bend, there is no one “right” class for everyone.

Some days you may need movement and strength. Other days you may need softness, stillness, or support.

Use this guide to find the practice that feels right for you.

Quick Class Finder

If you want something gentle

Try: Ground, Chair, Stretch, or Yin

Foundations is our best first class. You’ll learn common poses, breath, alignment, transitions, and how to use props in a supportive, approachable way.

Also good: Chair, Ground, Stretch, Yin

If you want an all-around yoga class

Try: Curve or Bend

Curve is a Level 1 flow class with clear guidance and approachable movement. Bend is our signature all-levels class with options for many bodies and experience levels.

Best for: students ready to move, returning students, general practice, strength + stretch

If you are brand new to yoga

Start with:  Foundations

Foundations is our best first class. You’ll learn common poses, breath, alignment, transitions, and how to use props in a supportive, approachable way.

Also good: Chair, Ground, Stretch, Yin

If you want rest and nervous system support

Try: Fold, Sound, Yin, or Ground

These classes are designed to help you slow down, soften, breathe, and settle. They are a beautiful choice when life feels full, your body feels tired, or your nervous system needs support.

Best for: stress, overwhelm, rest, emotional grounding, deep relaxation

If you want to stretch and feel better in your body

Try: Stretch or Yin to Vin

Stretch focuses on mobility, length, release, and ease. Yin to Vin begins slow and grounded, then gradually moves into gentle flow.

Also good: Yin, Ground

If you want to build strength

Try: YoMo, Pilates, Bend, or Trapeze

These classes support core strength, stability, mobility, balance, and confidence in your body.

Best for: strength, conditioning, stamina, functional movement

Choose by how you feel today

I feel nervous or unsure:

Foundations, Ground, Chair

I feel tired or overstimulated:

Fold, Sound, Yin, Ground

I feel stiff or tight:

Stretch, Yin to Vin, Yin

I want to move but not overdo it:

Curve, Bend, Yin to Vin

I want strength:

YoMo, Pilates, Bend, Trapeze

I want challenge:



Edge, Trapeze, YoMo

I need deep rest:



Fold, Sound, Yin

Start slow but still move:

Yin to Vin, Curve, Stretch

Choose by Experience Level

Brand New

Best classes: Foundations, Chair, Ground, Stretch, Yin

Beginner / Returning

Best classes: Foundations, Curve, Yin to Vin, Stretch, Bend

All Levels

Best classes: Bend, Curve, Yin to Vin, YoMo, Pilates

Experienced / Ready for Challenge

Best classes: Edge, Trapeze, YoMo, Bend

A few things to remember

You are always allowed to modify, use props, rest, or choose a gentler version of the practice.

Class levels are meant to guide you, not limit you.

If you are unsure, start softer. You can always build from there.

At The Bend, the goal is not to perform yoga. The goal is to practice in a way that supports your body and your life.


Still not sure what to take?

We are happy to help you choose a class. Tell us a little about your experience, goals, injuries, comfort level, and what kind of support you are looking for, and we’ll point you in the right direction.

Ready to book?

Use the schedule below to find your next class. Look for the class names recommended above, or contact us if you need help choosing.