For this class you will need a spot at the wall, a sturdy chair, possibly a bolster, and two yoga blocks. Start mobilizing your hips with this new hip sequence at the wall. And light up inner thigh strength which may just be your missing link in upward facing dog. We build up to half moon, warrior III, and revolved half moon at the wall to highlight the back foot. We close the practice with shoulderstand or legs up the wall. This class was filmed live Dec 21, 2020.
Wild Thing at the Wall
For this class, set your mat up with the narrow end at a wall, have a strap near by. We will use a chair and yoga blocks and wall throughout the sequence. In this class we use the wall for more feed back and awareness, starting with the reclining stretches and then carried on into the standing poses. The chair gives a whole new experience on what a lung can feel like in the hips. The rotational work also helps the backbends feel more accessible in the upper back. Add in the shoulder movements and we are well prepared to work towards wild thing, at the wall and then with the option from downward dog. This class was filmed live Dec 19, 2020
Strong Hips
In this class you will need a strap yoga block, blanket, bolster if you have one, and a chair. We start laying with legs up the wall to slow down and then try some new hip moves from side-lying. This exploration in hip movement continues on into the standing poses. If our hips are capable of moving more, then why hold back? You are invited to move a little past classic asana shapes and see how it feels in your hips, while lighting up back body strength as well as ankles in the balance work! This class was filmed live Dec 15, 2020
Preparing for a Run
In this class you will need yoga blocks, some wall space, two yoga blankets or big towels and possibly a chair. For this practice be prepared to work! We will be actively working to improve range of motion in the ankles, knees and hips in this fun sequence. We will use the blanket for myofacial release, this may not be appropriate if you have had knee surgery so you can practice this part of the class skipping the blanket. We build up to skandasana, a side lunge squat! This class was filmed live Dec 14, 2020
Rolling into Half Moon
For this class you will need a small towel, a chair, yoga blocks and possibly some wall space. In this practice we work on mobilizing rotation at the hips and use this strength in movement for moving between half moon, warrior III and revolved half moon. Beginning on rotation work with a block pressed into the side of your head will help prepare for moving more from the hips and torso and less from the head and neck . We also strengthen the brain and body with cross body patterns and propeller arms shoulder warm up. This class was filmed live on December 12, 2020.
Yoga with a Blanket
For this class you will need a yoga blanket or a large beach towel, a chair or two yoga blocks and a small towel. In this class we will use the blanket in novel ways to explore familiar poses. We also work on wrist strength and hip strength. After our active flow sequence you will get a chance to rest and relax bound angle pose before savasana.
Playing with Weight Shifts
For this class you will need two blankets or a foam roller and one blanket, a small weight or two, and two yoga blocks or a chair. In this sequence we continue to work on mobilizing the shoulder blades and strengthening the upper back. We also add in novel wrist work and play with how weight shifts make all the difference in how we use out hip muscles. We build up to Warrior 3 with the option to open up into Half Moon pose and then play with dolphin and/or forearm balance at the wall.
Move Your Shoulder Blades
For this class you will need two blankets or a foam roller, one or two small weighs or cans of soup, some wall space and a chair. Being able to move your shoulder blades is a key component to healthy shoulders and accessing more mobility. Lets work on bringing more awareness to the shoulders and getting our shoulder blades to move! In this class we also explore an unweighted deadlift position for the hips. Lastly we explore strong hips, and mobile spine and shoulders in dolphin/elbow downward dog. This class was filmed live on Dec 5, 2020.
Working on Side Plank Shoulders
For this class you will need a slidable surface, so paper plates or plastic bags on carpet or a blanket on hard floor and. You will also need two small weights or cans of soup. In this class we sneak in a little hip and knee strength and mainly target healthy shoulders. Find your ability to stabilize your shoulder and prep your wrists in this sequence to be well prepared to work towards side plank pose! This class was filmed live Dec 1, 2020.
Sliding Fun
For this class you will need some room to move, a slidable surface, blankets or big towels if you are on a hard floor, plastic bag or slippery plates if you are on a carpeted surface, as well as yoga blocks, a strap, and possibly a chair or wall and bolster. In this class we will explore strength heading into our end range of movements specifically strengthening the inner and outer hips. And all this sliding just might help you to slide right up into handstand! We end with active sliding in and out of pigeon pose where options are well explained. This class was filmed live Nov 30, 2020
Giving Thanks Yoga
In this class you will need a slidable surface, so paper plates or plastic bags if you are on a carpeted surface and a blanket or big towel if you are on a hard surface. This class balances effort and ease as we work to strengthen from the core out. After some novel core strengthening (think blanket as a weight and the inchworm move!) we then move into standing sliding work. This class was filmed live Nov 28, 2020
Move Your Spine
In this class you will need wall space, a strap, and two yoga blocks or a chair. Come work on breaking down the movements of your spine and then put it all together and explore your range of motions. Then work towards back strength in backbends from both belly down and in warrior 1. This class was filmed live Nov 24, 2020.
Yoga For Breathing and Pelvic Floor
For this class you will need a strap, blanket, yoga blocks and a spot at the wall. In order for a muscle to contract it needs to be able to let go. In this class you will check in with your breathing and practice releasing and expanding on the inhale and lifting and engaging on the exhale. This work is subtle so we work in multiple positions to gain more awareness. This class will leave you relaxed and calm.
Twists, Backbends, and Squats Oh My!
For this class you will need wall space, two yoga blocks, a strap, a blanket, and option to use a bolster or two blankets put together as a bolster. In order to backbend we must also be able to forward bend, in order to externally rotate we must also be able to internally rotate. In this practice get ready to explore your whole range of motion with grace and control in your spine, hips, knees and shoulders. Peak poses are revolved triangle pose and camel pose. This class was filmed live on Nov 16, 2020
Yoga to Calm Your Mind and Move Your Body
In this class you will need a chair and strap and possibly yoga blocks. We will start off slow and gentle and get all the major joints in our body moving. Option to use the chair in your flow sequence for more ease in the step through and also a different experience of familiar poses. This class was filmed live on Nov 3rd, 2020
Yoga with a Turkish Get Up and a Scorpion Tail
For this class you will need a strap, ideally with a buckle and some yoga blocks. In this class there is a nice blend of familiar warm ups to calm the nervous system and new moves to challenge coordination. Helpful to clear a bit of space for rolling around in! This class was recorded live Oct 27th, 2020
Yoga with a Block
In this class you will need two yoga blocks, or a book can work and possibly a chair, also your strap! In this class we playfully warm up with our block as a helpful tool and then take a few different flows to develop our agility and endurance. This class was filmed live on Oct 20th, 2020
Yoga For Spine and Shoulders
For this class you will need a spot at the wall and a blanket and blocks. In this class we will use the wall for feedback in mobilizing the spine and shoulders. The more our joints can move the healthier our bodies will be and feel. We will also work on increasing internal shoulder rotation which just may be your missing link to more shoulder mobility and moving out of pain. The class was recorded live Oct 13th, 2020
Ready for Wheel (Therabands)
For this class you will need one long band 4-5 feet long and a mini loop band, and a blanket or towel. We will work on shoulder mobility and strength and spinal mobility as well. We will build up to wheel pose, but even if you are pressing up into wheel this class has something for everyone!
Twisted Triangle (Therabands)
For this class you need one long band 4-5 feet long and one mini loop band. We will work on spinal rotation with lots of feed back from the bands in this fun and challenging sequence. Our peak pose is revolved triangle pose, with the aid of the bands experience the pose in a whole new light!