Restorative Yoga Classes

DEEPLY RELAX. RELEASE. RESTORE

 

A one-to-one course, of 6 or 12 hours, will teach the practitioner a sequence of Restorative Yoga postures (tailored to the student if desired): the elements of Restorative Yoga; the correct alignment of postures and their modifications. The practitioner will then be able to practice the sequence at home, and attend group classes more confidently.

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Restorative yoga is a style of yoga that encourages physical, mental, and emotional relaxation. Appropriate for all levels, Restorative yoga is practiced at a slow pace, focusing on long holds, stillness, and deep breathing. 

Unlike more active yoga styles like Vinyasa, you can expect to hold a pose for five minutes or more, only performing a handful of poses in one Restorative yoga session.

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Gentle, supportive, and therapeutic are just a few words that describe Restorative yoga. At its core, Restorative yoga is a practice of passive healing. This yoga style is known for its ability to activate the parasympathetic nervous system. This is the “rest and digest” part of your nervous system that helps keep basic functions working as they should. 

As the name suggests, this style of yoga “restores” the body to its parasympathetic nervous system function, which, in turn, helps the body rest, heal, and restore balance. 

By allowing time for longer asanas (postures or poses) and deeper breathing, restorative yoga helps elicit the relaxation response. This response helps slow breathing, reduce blood pressure, release myofascia (connective tissue around the muscles), and produce a feeling of calm and increased well-being. 

 

A key feature in Restorative yoga is the use of props such as blocks, bolsters, or blankets. The props help you hold passive poses for longer without exerting or tiring out your muscles. It also allows you to feel comfortable and supported, regardless of your experience with yoga. As you are encouraged to relax fully in the pose while focusing on your breath, Restorative yoga allows you to release tension in your muscles for longer periods without discomfort.

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For private group Restorative yoga classes or to discuss anything further with the teacher go here.