Physical yoga practices can be adapted so that the individual can use them in an intentional and goal oriented way.
Movement for Stress Relief and Relaxation - This can look a lot of different ways for different people. Some might prefer a vigorous flow to get excess energy out of their system. Others might rely on props for alignment and to slowly open the body.
Total Body Seated Yoga and Exercise - Who said yoga has to be standing flows? Whether seated on the mat or in a chair, participants can have full body practices. Depending on the individual’s goals, they might be moving with their breath in a dynamic workout, or holding poses for a few breaths, building strength and flexibility.
Gentle Movement and Flow - Listening to the body’s needs, moving with the breath and following the individual’s own pace is essential to all yoga practices. In a gentle flow practice, participants will learn to pay attention to their body and hold themselves with love and compassion within the movement.
Slow and Restorative Postures - Participants will turn inward, holding gentle postures for longer periods of time. Using props to assist in the poses, individuals find quietness in the mind within the stillness of the postures.
Balance Work - What does balance look like in the body? What does it look like in life? Using the physical practice of yoga as a tool for mindfulness, individuals can use the body to become more grounded and secure.
Strength Building - Participants will practice yoga poses with the intention to build strength in the body. This may further an individual’s self study to also cultivate strength in mind and spirit.
Flexibility Training - This intention will start with the body, recognizing one’s edge of sensation in a stretch. Following the individual’s own pace, participants may explore the flexibility within the whole self.