Winter leads itself to rest. Especially after a busy December, January is a perfect time to practice some new self-care techniques. Yin Yoga is purely for deep relaxation and restoration. Yin Yoga postures are all resting poses close to the ground, seated or lying down, held for 1 to 5 minutes. This length of time allows the muscles to release and the stretch to go deeper into the fascia, the body's connective tissues. Class will cleanse you energetically and leave you feeling so relaxed and calm for a good night’s sleep. The positive effects of yin yoga last into the following week. No amount of flexibility or experience needed. This will be a 60 min. class set to peaceful music. A pillow (or 2) and a blanket will be nice props to make this practice as comfortable as possible. If you have never tried yin yoga, you are in for a wonderful treat!

Yoga Nidra is a state of being between sleep and consciousness that's conducive to deep emotional and physical healing, rewiring your brain and assisting with self-exploration. It is both deeply restorative and an immensely powerful meditation technique that is one of the easiest Yoga practices to develop and maintain. Even 20 minutes of yoga Nidra promotes deep physical, emotional and mental rest and relaxation, leaving you with a sense of wholeness that is as restful as several hours of sleep. Yoga Nidra is a practice that's easy to follow and everyone of all ages can do. The art of self-care is approached from a therapeutic standpoint, creating a restorative environment for the mind, releasing anxiety and nourishing and rejuvenating the individual. The stages of body scan and breath awareness guided by Yvonne calm the nervous system, leading to less stress and better health.

Mindfulness is paying attention to yourself, your body, your thoughts and feelings, and your surroundings in a neutral, grounded way, in the present moment. This morning practice, a little less disciplined than traditional seated meditation, will set your mood and energy for the day. It loosens the grip of ruminating thoughts and emotional ruts, as we observe our thinking as a witness, and let go of everything but the NOW. We will stretch the body with some gentle, balanced movement and breath to enhance the mind body self-care connection. Being with yourself, being aware of yourself, is showing respect and acceptance for yourself. This will feel like eating kindness for breakfast, even if your mind never "stops thinking", which is never the goal of mindfulness meditation. Everyone is welcome and invited to ask questions throughout this practice.

Relax at home to participate in this powerful sound healing frequency class. Rest with your eyes closed, seated or lying down while Yvonne takes you on a therapeutic journey with sound. This full body vibrational experience is very calming for the nervous system and accompanied by a guided meditation. No experience with meditation necessary. We recommend using headphones for maximum sound quality.

Slow Flow classes are guided throughout, with a focus on breathwork which is intended to take students out of their heads and into a more peaceful state of awareness. Emphasis is given to aligning the breath with the movement while slowing down and softening into postures. Slow Flow is an excellent starting point if you are new to yoga, and it also serves to challenge students to go deeper into their practice if they are experienced practitioners. The slower pace of the class allows students to hold postures, engage muscles and build strength, as well as flexibility. Classes are set to music designed to build energy, then release energy as students settle into final grounded postures, and rest together in Savasana.