Types of Yoga

Dynamically transition or 'flow' through poses to energize and warm your body. This practice connects movement with breath to create an invigorating mind-body-soul experience. Anticipate being in a steady flow of motion during the middle of your practice. A flowing yoga class can allow you to get out of your head and into your body.

A great place to start! Connect to your intentional breath as you hold poses for several rounds of inhales and exhales. This style of yoga still works muscles and generates heat throughout the body! Moving at a slower pace than a vinyasa practice Hatha Yoga leaves room to understand each pose and fine tune alignment. 

A slow-paced style of yoga. Hold poses for 3-7 minutes each to promote inward reflection and target deep connective tissue between the muscles. Come to your own edge of sensation in each pose and then commit to staying. Yin yoga fosters a deeper sense of body awareness. A gentle practice for those who are not looking for complete surrender.

Total surrender! Let the floor and props support you! Restorative poses with the use of props activate the body's relaxation response. Poses are held for 5-10 minutes allowing you to decrease sensation through the body and quiet the mind.

Trauma-informed yoga can include any above mentioned style at various times. We will begin with a collaborative consultation that outlines the goal of your practice. Additional resources such as meditations, breathwork and relevant readings can be included in your practice at your comfort level. Disclosure of experienced trauma is not required.

Kid friendly poses and themes allow the whole family to engage in meaningful movement together. Introduce breathing techniques and calming poses that can be used off the mat!