Class Descriptions

Class schedule

All classes are currently held on Zoom due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Private yoga and movement therapy

Yoga for a Healthy Back

Yoga relaxation and movement are some of best ways to help an aching back heal. In this Yoga for a healthy back class you will learn therapeutic yoga poses that focus on soothing discomfort caused by chronic back pain. Beginners welcome.

Weekly themes each month

Week 1
• core work for inner strength and spinal stabilization
• standing poses to build stamina, and develop strong, pliable legs and hips

Week 2
• seated poses to release the hip and leg muscles
• forward bends for a supple back body
• twists for freedom of movement in the spine and trunk

Week 3
• back bends to strengthen the back and improve posture
• inversions for strong shoulders and to support the physiological body

Week 4
• restorative poses for deep physical and mental relaxation
• breathing practices to soothe the nervous system and quiet the mind

Themes are subject to change. If there are five weeks in a month, the fourth class is teachers choice and the fifth is restorative/pranayama (breathing exercises).

Yoga & Movement Therapy

Yoga and movement therapy exercises can provide relief from an array of chronic health issues. They can be used as a stand alone therapy or to supplement physical therapy.

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