The 26 & 2 class is a set sequence of 26 postures, performed twice, and a breathing exercise at the start and end of class. The class beings with standing postures and progresses to a floor series midway through class.

The same poses in the same order make it simple to learn the sequence. Once you know the postures you are able to let your body find its depth and work at your personal edge every day.

*Some postures will be done once to fit into the 60 minute format.

This non-heat format extends the opportunity to experience this series to those who may not have otherwise ventured in to the high heat room typically associated with a Bikram yoga or 26 & 2 class. Dress in layers for comfort.

For the hot class, check out Heart of The Valley Yoga in Corvallis.

Bikram Choudhury was a student of the Ghosh College of Yoga in India. He learned from his guru Bishnu Ghosh who passed down ancient yoga traditions and teachings. Ghosh yoga is characterized by the use of simple therapeutic exercises, meditations, and breathing exercises to create individualized plans for each student.

When Bikram came to the United States to teach yoga he sequenced the class as it is known today: 26 postures and two breathing exercises. The intent behind these specific postures was to create a generalized class that fit the overall needs of the American population as he saw it: back pain, too much sitting, and busy minds.

Drawing from his training in Ghosh yoga this series is created with therapeutic intent. Postures are held and released with emphasis given to a balance of work and rest.

The postures are sequenced to build internal heat, mobilize and strengthen the body, create movement of the internal organ systems, and deepen focus and mental clarity.