Yoga for Physical Health

Yoga Fundamentals

Our most popular yoga class that introduces the essential parts of a Hatha Yoga practice including breath control, yoga postures for strength training and flexibility, and relaxation. In person, the instructor teaches to the people in class, offering props and instruction to balance the dominant movement patterns and stress from work and daily living.

Yoga for Strong Posture

Shift from effortful posture to ease through yoga-based alignment exercises. Strengthen and stabilize supportive muscles so that the natural curves of the spine are brought into balance. Learn breathing exercises to decrease strain in the nervous system.

Yoga for a Healthy Back

Yoga has been proven to be one of the best solutions for general back pain. We spend millions of dollars per year in pain management and loss of productivity due to back pain. As we age, we may come to believe that this is a normal consequence of aging. In truth, back discomfort can originate from tight muscles or an imbalance in the way we use our muscles. A repetitive, sedentary posture can also lead to back pain. Your instructor will introduce stretches and strengthening mat-based exercises that will give you the freedom you desire! No experience necessary and no back pain necessary. This class can be taught on the mat or in the chair.

Micro-Resets

Short 6-13 minute pre-recorded classes that can be accessed by staff any time of the day, perfect for the breakroom. Leg strengthening, stretching, spine mobility, shoulder stretch, ball massage, relaxation and more. Use a QR code to publicize classes in a fast-paced work

environment. Integrate into your movement challenges and wellness apps. This can also be a virtual workshop that is run daily or weekly for an organization.

Yoga for Healthy Aging and Joints

This is a yin yoga class that rehydrates the connective tissues, improving joint freedom, range of motion, and long-term flexibility. Those who suffer from joint discomfort or arthritis may find a dramatic shift in flexibility. As compared to other forms of yoga, this class is slower and creates changes on a deeper level of the body. This class requires equipment (blocks, blankets, and a bolster that can be make-shifted with household items like books, couch cushions, and pillows) so it is recommended to do this class virtually or in a studio.

Yoga for Tech Neck & Shoulder Strain

Targeted relief for computer users. Stretch your fingers, wrists, arms, and shoulders in new directions with exercises designed to alleviate strain and tension. Enhance flexibility, reduce discomfort, and maintain peak performance in the digital world. Not only the stretches, but

the break will help you feel rejuvenated. Your body deserves this reset.

Pairs well with the MELT Method myofascial release workshop.

Practice Yoga Safely

Yoga is meant to be accessible to all types of people, yet we often have the idea we need to be flexible BEFORE we begin a practice. Poses are meant to adapt to your body. We will do a chair-based yoga class with additional information about how we are aligning the body so you can practice safely in future classes. When we know healthy movement patterns, we may be more informed when we do seasonal activities like hiking, gardening, or shoveling.

Yoga for Strength and Stability

Learn basic poses and intermediate variations. This class has it all: standing postures to challenge weak muscles and develop balance and seated postures to work deeply with flexibility. Develop strength, stamina, range of motion, and presence. Mentally class can help you to manage stress through regulated breathing and body awareness. Ending with deep relaxation.

Practical Yoga for Range of Motion

Scratching our back, reaching to the back of the cabinet, and tying our shoelaces are times when we appreciate our flexibility. This class highlights functional range of motion. After class you will know how to do simple stretches to reduce back pain and movements of the spine that release stored tension. Come dressed to move. All levels of interest and ability are welcome. Practicing yoga can decrease recovery time after sports, injuries, or seasonal activities like shoveling.