For this class you will need blocks and a blanket and strap. We start out laying down to warm up, exploring hip and shoulder mobility. From there we work continue working on finding the serratus anterior under the shoulder blades from all fours. In standing we work more with spine movements and the balancing work. In the balance flow we put it all together. Throughout class we keep coming back to standing tall and finding neutral posture. This class was filmed live February 7, 2022.
Reaching into Poses Part 5
For this class you need blocks and a blanket.
We start off laying down to warm up and then work into standing warm ups. We spend extra time lengthening the side body and encouraging more movement in the thoracic spine. This helps with breathing, keeping up our mobility, and taking strain out of the lower back. It also helps with lengthening out our standing poses. This class was filmed live February 5, 2022.
Twisting for Shoulderstand
For this class you will need blocks, a blanket and a bolster, plus a spot at the wall for the end. We start out in a warm up laying down. From there we continue on working into our hips while seated and then deeper twists in the standing poses. We end class with a pose that blends bridge pose, shoulderstand, and legs up the wall pose. This class was filmed life Dec 18, 2021.
Goddess Flow for Backbending
In this class you will need a strap, two blankets, and blocks. Try out this novel reclining warm up. We use the strap for leg stretches and then roll into side lying for Anantasana pose. From there we continue to warm up the feet, ankles, knees and hips while standing. This all helps us to access the goddess flow for hip opening and strengthening. All of this mobility work aids in our backbends. See how purvotonasana can give you an extra boost in the belly down backbends! This class was filmed live December 11, 2021.
Bolster Work for Backbends
For this class you will need a bolster or pillow and blanket, as well as blocks.
We start out slow, easing into breathing side lying over the bolster. From there we worked on opening up in all the directions, encouraging the spine to move in lots of ways in preparation for moving into backbends. In the standing poses we practice twists to continue to work with the spine. Then we use the bolster to aid in the belly down backbends. This class was filmed live December 8, 2021.
Hip To Backbends
For this class we start out with hip glides at the wall, use a block to prop your feet up on. In class we will also use a bolster, blanket/sliders and blocks. Hip glides get our hips moving and then in the reclining sequence we continue to balance the hips on all sides. Then from kneeling we work to strengthen the adductors. This strength carries into the backbends, supporting a long spine with support from within. This class was filmed live December 6, 2021.
Pigeon Pose Class
In this class we continue the work with the towel roll at the lumbar curve to find neutral. You will also need a bolster, blocks, blanket and strap. In this slow fluid class take the time to connect with your breathing, neutral spine and strong center as we move through different shapes. A long held pigeon pose helps us work lower in the standing poses. This class was filmed live December 4, 2021.
Restoring Neutral Spinal Curves
For this class you will need a spot at the wall, a small wash cloth, yoga blocks, a bolster, and a blanket. In this class we work with a washcloth under our lower back in the reclining warm up to support a neutral lumbar curve. Notice the depth of your breath when you have you natural curves. We bring this awareness into the standing poses. This class was filmed live November 30, 2021.
Restoring Neutral Spinal Curves in Preparing for Hanumanasana
For this class we start out at the wall, you will need a small wash cloth and a yoga block near by. From there we use blocks, blankets and a bolster throughout class.
In this class we use the washcloth as a spacer to support the neutral lumbar curve. Maintaining neutral curves allows for a long clear channel for your breathing. With this strong connection to breath while relaxing we then take this awareness on with us as we work in more active poses. This class will sneak you right into your splits pose. This class was filmed live November 29, 2021.
Chair Flow Part 2
For this class you will need a sturdy chair. You may also want a bolster and strap at the end of class. We start with a warm up seated in the chair. From there we work on upper back and glute strength and then put it together into purvottonasana. We continue working in a chair flow sequence. We end with an optional shoulderstand using the chair. This class was filmed live Nov 23, 2021.
Fun Flow from Tahoe
For this class you will need a yoga block and some wall space. We start off laying down for our warm up and give special attention to our hamstrings. From there we continue to warm up at the wall. Then we take these moves into our standing pose flow. This class was filmed live November 13, 2021.
Twisting Flow
In this class you will need a foam block and blanket for padding. This class moves fluidly through whole body warm ups to set you up for your next walking adventure. We focus on getting the hips and thoracic spine (rib cage part of your spine) to move well and rotate to its fullest capacity. This can help with lower back and neck health. From there we move through some full body standing poses. This class was filmed live October 30, 2021
Full Body Tune Up Class
For this class you might want some blankets or a bolster, yoga blocks and possibly a pillow to kneel on. In this class we fine tune the joints of the body, focusing on hips, but also touching on the whole body. By the end of class you strong hips will be able to support you in Warrior III well. This class was filmed live October 26, 2021.
Neck, Shoulders, and Wrists Part 3
For this class you will need blocks and a blanket. The class touches on the whole body to leave you ready for your day or as a nice wind down at the end of the day. This class was filmed live October 9, 2021.
Neck, Shoulders, and Wrists, Spoon Addition
For this class you will need a long wooden spoon or short dowel. We will also use yoga blocks and a foam roller if you have one. For this class we continue our work on the neck, shoulders and wrists. The dowel/spoon gives us a little more to work with in strengthening around the wrists. This work can be strong so go slowly and listen to your body. After more shoulder warm ups we give push ups a try, feel free to use your resistance band for a push up like action while lying down. Strengthening the front chest and front neck just might give your posture the support it was missing. See how your standing poses feel. This class was filmed live October 5, 2021.
Twisted Chair
For this class you will need blocks and a blanket and a resistance band.
In this sequence we warm up the wrists and then work on flexion and extension of the spine. This can help open up space for twisting. From there we move on to our hip strengtheners. In the standing poses we put all this rotation prep into action in twisted chair pose and a binding twist in the lunge. This class was filmed live September 18, 2021.
Breathing + Spine Work
For this class you need a chair, blocks, strap and blanket.
In this sequence we warm up the spine seated in a chair and then standing using a chair. Feel your ribcage start to move more freely with your breathing throughout this class. Also notice how the active hip work changes the way the reclining stretches feel. We continue with awareness of the breathing in the standing poses and twists. This class was filmed live September 14, 2021.
Long Spine for Twisting
For this class you may want a chair, we will also use yoga blocks and a blanket for padding.
This is a wonderful, active sequence! We start off with wrist warm ups, and then add in shoulders and hips. From there we first work on extension and flexion in the spine, this work can help lengthen and decompress the spine, giving us more room to twist. From there we build in twisting, first from a neutral spine and then with a side bend. All of these variations really help to access the full range of motion of the spine. We then use this in our standing twisting poses. The class was filmed live September 13, 2021.
Bolster Warm Ups for Purvottanasa
For this class you will need a bolster. You could also use a long foam roller for much of the class or blankets rolled together. You will also need blocks for the standing poses.
In this class we start out actively moving the spine using the bolster to isolate specific spots. From there we continue to warm up the whole body laying down. The heft of the bolster offers some interesting feed back in twists and wrist and shoulder work. From there we build strength in the standing poses and belly down backbends. We build up to reverse table top pose and the take time to unwind and relax. This class was filmed live August 24, 2021.
Asymmetrical Sun Salutations with the Mini Loop Band
For this class you need a mini loop band and yoga blocks. You can also do this with a yoga strap in a loop but you might need to take it off for the sun salutations.
We start up with a unique take on legs up the wall and then move around in some twisting figure four shape moves. From there we continue to build heat with asymmetrical sun salutations. These crossed ankle moves might give you more rang of motion in you ankles. This in turn my help you squat and twist at the end of class. This class was filmed live August 21, 2021.