Create Your Own Yoga Ritual
This 35min gentle yoga class is intended to be practiced first thing in the morning. Roll out of bed, hop on your mat, and tune into your body, breath and mind. Practice returning your awareness to the present moment, and to your own personal intention as you move through a series of gentle movements and stretches for the whole body. Suitable for all levels. A blanket or two may be helpful.
Open your quads and practice binding in postures like low lunge, half moon, and warrior 3. Level 1-2. Optional blocks.
Combination Kundalini breath work, Kriyas (cleansing practices) and vinyasa (flow yoga). Includes dancing warrior series, bridge pose, upward facing bow. Good for all levels. Guaranteed to recharge your energy. You may want to view my 17 minute breath work and energy locks class prior to doing this class.
Includes 3 bandha locks. The locks are employed to attain control of your energy system, to direct this energy to the parts of your body you desire it to go to. Also includes breath of fire. Good for all levels.
Nancy guides a gentle/restorative practice, with harmonium & chanting, to help you to find an easeful, soft opening into peace. Suggested props: 2 blocks (or soup cans) 3 blankets (or bath towels) and two bed pillows (or a bolster). Suitable for all levels.
In this 40min Yoga Roots practice, we'll focus on opening the front body, and strengthening the back body, which can be very therapeutic after sitting for long stretches, especially with poor posture. Recommended props: a set of blocks and a blanket. Two blankets can substitute for the blocks. Suitable for beginners+
Get ready to sweat with this 45min yoga fit class! Infuse your yoga practice with cardio and strength exercises. No props required. Level 1-2.
A well-rounded flow that will take you through some twisting, side bending, and hip opening. Movement and breath will help guide you into deep rest in 20mins of restorative yoga and savasana. Suggested props: two bed pillows or a bolster.
Find balance through these 3 essential breath practices as you refine your relationship to your own flow of breath. you will be offered a breath practice for day, night, and anytime.
This strong Viniyasa Flow has a few twists and turns to open our body towards a peak pose Parsvo Bakasana or Side Crow. This flow has an interesting and funky variation of the peak pose which is very fun to try. Enjoy!
In this sequence, we'll skip the traditional crunches and core exercises, and swap them for mindful, active breathing, in familiar yoga postures to help engage the full circumference of your core. Working the core is great for stabilizing your spine, and can even reduce back pain. Suggested props: optional blocks and a blanket. Suitable for all levels.
Ganesh is an energy lock, remover of obstacles, brings about self confidence and courage to overcome life's challenges. This practice will relieve tension from the shoulders, and support lung health. Suggested props: 2 blocks.
A guided meditation that allows you to visualize each chakra through color, feeling, and affirmations to enhance each energy center. This meditation will allow your energy to flow more freely along the energy centers, helping to clear any blockages.
No experience required for this introduction to barre. A quick but effective workout that will tone your legs, hips, and core. No props needed except a waist high counter or chair.
With this vinyasa flow you will tap into your inner warrior and reconnect to you body, intellect, and sprit. This class will open your heart space and work on your hip mobility and leg strength.
A well-rounded practice to help you feel more connected to your body, your breath, and the present moment. Set aside some time for self-care. Suitable for all levels. Suggested props: two blocks or soup cans, a blanket or two.
This all level practice is designed to assist you in a safe and deep opening into the hamstrings and quads. A blanket or towel is helpful for padding under the knee. Recommended: 2 blocks (or soup cans).
In this practice we will learn some of the fundamentals of balance: awareness of the core, rooting into the feet, strengthening and stabilizing the hips and legs, as we move toward virabhadrasana 3 (warrior 3) and vrksasana (tree pose). Suitable for beginners and up. Optional props: a blanket and two blocks, can substitute with a towel and two soup cans.
Relief for your shoulders and neck! A series of seated stretches and exercises to relieve tension in your neck, shoulders, chest & upper back. Can be done on a mat or in a chair. Helpful props: a blanket, yoga strap or dish towel, lacrosse or tennis or therapy balls (optional). Suitable for all levels.
20 mins of mindful movement, and 25mins of guided meditation. It can be difficult to drop right into meditation some days, either because your body or your mind feel unsettled, so this practice will help you move through any of that extra physical or mental energy so that you can feel more ready to meditate. Suitable for all levels. Any comfy props you like for meditation may be helpful: some blankets, a bolster or pillow or cushion.