Elena Cheung
3 Seasons
Elena is a Seattle-based movement specialist, certified Yoga Medicine Therapeutic Specialist, and yoga teacher whose mission is to empower individuals in their movement practice. She's studied anatomy and the biomechanics of yoga under internationally acclaimed teachers such as Tiffany Cruikshank, Richelle Ricard, and Jules Mitchell in an endeavor to understand the intricate beauty of the human body. Her classes combine a healthy dose of intricate details, playfulness, and the balancing of effort and ease. Her aim is to create a diverse and inclusive community through authentic connection, engagement, and collaboration where yoga meets the modern, digital world. When not in the studio or doing yoga-related stuff, Elena enjoys long walks with her dogs, time with loved ones, terrible reality TV, and cooking really, really delicious tonkatsu curry.
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15:12Episode 1Strength In Endurance
Episode 1
Instructor: Elena Cheung //
Class Type: Yoga //
Class Style: Hatha //
Difficulty: Intermediate //
Body Focus: Full Body //
Duration: 15 min //
Suggested Equipment: Yoga Props (Mat / Block / Blanket / Strap)
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19:25Episode 2
20 min Steady & Strong: Elena
Episode 2
Don't underestimate the power and focus of a slow, strong, steady practice! This class is all about taking your time to turn up the heat through the details. You know what they say... If you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen! No props required.
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20:15Episode 4You Are Enough
Episode 4
Instructor: Elena Cheung //
Class Type: Yoga //
Class Style: Hatha //
Difficulty: All Levels //
Body Focus: Full Body //
Duration: 20 min //
Suggested Equipment: Yoga Props (Mat / Block / Blanket / Strap)
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45 min Wild Magic Breath Hatha Yoga - Level 1/2: Elena
Episode 5
Find the wild magic of your breath in this class that focuses on directing breath through the side body to create length, strength, and embodiment in common yoga poses. Props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket.
*This class is dedicated to the memory of Mr Whiskers, Elena's pet hamster*
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45 min Hatha Yoga 1-2 w/ Elena - Breath Direction 5/6/24
Episode 6
*Please read* Elena had a fun internet outage and had to switch 14 minutes in to her phone (which she did with swift courage and ingenuity), so please don't forget to do your asymmetrical cat/cow on the 2nd side before downdog. Don't skip this class though, cause the concept is dope: we use the b...
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45 min Wonky Hip Jamboree Hatha Yoga - Level 1/2: Elena
Episode 7
05/01/2024:
We love our wonky hips! This practice gives 'em some love. Props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket.
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19:39Episode 8
20 min Balancing Practice: Elena
Episode 8
Join Elena in a 20 min class focused on balancing all sides of your body through steady, thoughtfully-paced flow. Props: none.
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45 min Control Freak Shoulders Hatha Yoga - Level 1/2: Elena
Episode 9
04/29/2024:
Get your shoulder freak on with this slow & precise class. This practice utilizes blocks and isometric engagement in the shoulders to feel da burn, in a fun way. Props: 1 block.
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15:07Episode 10
15 min Morning Movements: Elena
Episode 10
Start your morning off right with a flowing practice that starts with moving with the breath and ends with stillness to cultivate focus for the day. Props: none.
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45 min Hello Hips! Hatha Yoga - Level 1/2: Elena
Episode 11
04/24/2024:
Say hi to your hips with some active work, long holds, and nice stretches. Bonus: neck stuff. Extra bonus: Elena's sinus issues. Props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket.
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10:35Episode 12
10 min Relax & Renew: Elena
Episode 12
Join Elena for this short but thoughtful practice to unwind tension in both body and mind. Guaranteed to leave you feeling fresh! Recommended prop: 1 block.
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45 min Well-Rounded Practice Hatha Yoga - Level 1/2: Elena
Episode 13
04/17/2024:
Enjoy a well-rounded practice with Elena. This class includes different warrior poses, an emphasis on focus and calm, with just a hint of softness.
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20:11Episode 14
20 min Full Body Refresh: Elena
Episode 14
Join Elena for this thoughtful, quick practice to help get your head on straight and your body refreshed. No props necessary!
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09:43Episode 15
10 min Happy Hips: Elena
Episode 15
Join Elena for this quick practice designed to give your hips a little reset! No props required.
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19:48Episode 16Gentle Wake Up Yoga
Episode 16
Instructor: Elena Cheung //
Class Type: Yoga //
Class Style: Hatha, Morning Flow //
Difficulty: All Levels //
Body Focus: Full Body //
Duration: 20 min //
Suggested Equipment: Mat
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45 min Explore Standing Splits Hatha Yoga - Level 1/2: Elena
Episode 17
04/03/2024:
Methodically work on hips and hamstring flexibility through details and fine-tuning your awareness. Props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket.
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45 min Twists & Backbends Hatha Yoga - Level 1/2: Elena
Episode 18
04/01/2024:
Build strength and awareness around your spine and core in twists, side bends, and extension. Props: 1 block.
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12:33Episode 19Build Heat
Episode 19
Instructor: Elena Cheung //
Class Type: Yoga //
Class Style: Slow Flow //
Difficulty: All Levels //
Body Focus: Full Body //
Duration: 10 min //
Suggested Equipment: Yoga Props (Mat / Block / Blanket / Strap)
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45 min Slow, Steady Hips Hatha Yoga - Level 1/2: Elena
Episode 20
03/27/2024:
Take time to unwind your hips with thoughtful work and opening postures. Props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket.
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45 min Dancer Pose Hatha Yoga - Level 1/2: Elena
Episode 21
03/20/2024:
Mindfully explore the building blocks of Dancer (Natarajasana) in this thoughtful, slow practice. Props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket.
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45 min Learn to Love Your Obliques Hatha Yoga - Level 1/2: Elena
Episode 22
03/13/2024:
Learn to love your obliques, hand strength and forearms in this side plank focused practice. Props: 2 blocks/1 stool, 1 blanket.
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45 min Warrior Exploration Hatha Yoga - Level 1/2: Elena
Episode 23
03/11/2024:
Warrior 1, 2, and 3, coming right up with details, time, and patience. Optional props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket.
