Yoga Journal: Baron Baptiste's Foundations of Power Vinyasa Yoga
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Actor: Baron BaptisteDVD: Region Code 0
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: Color, DVD-Video, NTSC
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 100 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2007-11-06
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: Bayview Films
DVD Reviews of Yoga Journal: Baron Baptiste's Foundations of Power Vinyasa Yoga
DVD Review: Awesome.
Summary: 5 Stars
I really like practicing with this dvd. I haven't taken classes for years, have done hatha yoga off and on, and find this particular style of yoga and teaching really works for me. Its demanding, which is good for me (if its too easy, I'm not challenged enough to do it) and I like Baron's way of referring the student back to the inner experience, as well as good instructions on the physical alignment and breathing. I also use the Bootcamp cd set which has a 75 minute guided practice, and three 20 minute practices. The 75 minute class is very demanding, and the 20 minute ones seem way too short...but are good when I don't have a lot of time.DVD Review: Another great DVD from Baron!
Summary: 3 Stars
If you havent tried one of Baron's DVD's then this is a must have. If you have never taken one of Baron's Foundations of Power Vinyasa workshops, then this is a must! If you are new to Yoga, this is a must.
If you have taken the workshop, then this is a refresher for you. This video really goes over the basics of a Sun Salutation, but is still a great reminder on how to perfect the pose.
I consider this DVD a great addition to my collection. Thank you Baron! Cant wait for some more.
DVD Review: Wonderful Practice for Experiencing Postures Deeply
Summary: 5 Stars
YogaGirl and Beth Cholette did a great breakdown of this DVD, so I have nothing to add there. However, I want to say that I nearly overlooked this DVD because I understood (correctly) that it was a yoga workshop. I was afraid it would be too clinical. Instead, I discovered a lovely, slow-moving 90-minute practice. I'm a yin yoga fan because I like to hold my postures a long time. The length of time I hold my postures makes a big difference in my overall flexibility. This DVD is perfect for that.
If you are looking for a traditional flowing Baron Baptiste power yoga practice, please know that this is * NOT * it. If you are looking for a 90-minute practice which slowly explores numerous positions, one by one, for a sustained period of time --- and experience deep stretching -- then you will probably enjoy this practice. You don't have to do all 90 minutes, of course. The DVD is well-chaptered, allowing you to pick and choose which segment you want to explore.
One other thing --- Baron Baptiste is endearing in this workout. There is a softer side to Baptiste in this DVD not as evident in his other videos/DVDs.
DVD Review: Unique...
Summary: 5 Stars
I thought this DVD was informative, relaxing in a funny kind of way, and funny in a relaxing kind of way. DVD Review: A strong, foundational yoga practice with a master instructor
Summary: 4 Stars
"Foundations of Power Vinyasa Yoga" is part of Yoga Journal's Great Instructors series, a series of DVDs filmed at the annual Yoga Journal Conference in San Francisco. It features Baron Baptiste, a well-known yoga instructor of power yoga. Here he presents an 85-minute class which emphasizes form and foundation in each posture. Throughout the practice, Baron frequently mentions the spiritual benefits of each pose, and he focuses on the core through frequent reminders to engage uddiyana bandha.
Baron generally leads the class from the middle of the room, but he occasionaly walks around the room making adjustments along with his three assistants. The video also features a "yoga demonstrator" on a dais at the head of the class for easy reference. This DVD is well-chaptered, and the introduction suggests that each chapter can stand alone as a shorter practice if necessary. The chapters are as listed below; I have added in approximate times as well as brief descriptive information.
Warm Up (11m)--The practice begins in child's pose and then moves on to a slow, meticulous setup of down dog. After coming to a standing forward bend and taking a few sun breaths, this segment ends with three chants of OM.
Surya Namaskar A (5m)--A slow sun salutation flow with longer holds of plank and down dog.
Surya Namaskar B (28m)--Here Baron begins to move fairly quickly through the vinyasa flows. He provides detailed instruction for warrior 1 and also includes crazy dog (moving into a backbend), side plank, crescent lunge, and prayer twist.
Standing Poses (24m)--Postures here include several standing forward bend variations, standing splits, airplane, knee to side, eagle, tree, warrior 2, and reverse warrior. Very fast vinyasa flows are performed between some of the postures.
Backbends (7.5m)--This gentle backbending sequence includes bow pose, locust, and half camel.
Seated Poses (12m)--Baron begins with boat pose and then moves into seated pigeon, 3-legged table, seated twist, full seated forward bend, and table or reverse plank.
Final Relaxation (9m)--Baron concludes the practice with reclined twist, viparita karini (not using a wall), and reclinded cobbler's pose; the practice ends in a seated position with namaste.
The Main Menu on the DVD lists a Play All option, an Introduction, Chapters, and Special Features. The latter includes an 8-minute interview with Baron in which he talks about his experiences with yoga since childhood. He also discusses the evolution of his teaching over 25 years of practice and emphasizes the importance of a strong foundational practice. Given this, Foundations of Power Vinyasa Yoga is designed to teach the fundamentals of the postures, and Baron suggests that it would be approrpriate for beginners to more advanced students. Although Baron does keep the postures basic and offers many modifications, I would limit this practice to beginning yoga students who are already quite fit and strong, as even the simple postures presented here can be quite physically demanding. I found Baron to be more affable and engaging here than in his other videos, where he sometimes comes across as a bit scripted. He frequently jokes with the class and is quite light-hearted. Overall, this is a solid vinyasa practice which is likey to appear to more beginning and more advanced students alike.
Description of Yoga Journal: Baron Baptiste's Foundations of Power Vinyasa Yoga
Baron Baptiste: Foundations of Power VinyasaCreate a positive--and permanent--shift in your life. Filmed live at the fifth annual Yoga Journal San Francisco Conference, this unrehearsed 90-minute program captures the magnetism and wisdom of one of America's great instructors and will help you establish a strong foundation for your yoga practice. In this basic, flowing workout, you will discover how proper yoga technique and mindfulness can power your practice and empower your life. One of the leading yoga innovators in America, Baron Baptiste popularized the style of yoga known as Power Vinyasa Yoga, which is designed to create heat in the body and stimulate energy flow. He is the owner and director of two Baptiste Power Yoga Institutes in Massachusetts and is the author of three books. The DVD includes: 36 poses, including Sun Salutations A & B, standing poses, backbends, forward bends, twists, and seated poses - fundamentals of effective alignment - stand-alone chapters, allowing you to start the class at any point - in depth interview with Baron Baptiste - and valuable resource materials for teachers.
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