We are constantly bombarded with stimuli these days - social media, advertising, television and radio to name a few. Your brain can be kept in a heightened state with all of this. Now, this is okay for a while, but we need to slow down, relax and take it easy. Restorative yoga does what it says, it restores you, mentally and physically.
Once a term, at each venue, I'll be leading a restorative yoga session which will include meditation and breathwork. Restorative yoga is a perfect way to start your Yoga journey if you haven't done Yoga before. This style of yoga helps you to relax and rejuvenate on a physical and mental level. The breathwork you'll practice will bring you into a rest and restore state of mind and you'll leave feeling focused and refreshed.
Restorative Yoga can help restore the body to its parasympathetic nervous system and induce the relaxation response, counteracting the ‘fight or flight’ response and promote feelings of wellbeing, making you more resistant to the negative effects of stress.
Postures are held passively for an extended period of time, either seated or lying down. We use supportive props, such as bolsters, blocks, blankets, straps and eye pillows, you will be able to completely relax and hold poses for longer - with no effort. Your body will gradually open up and sink naturally into deep, restorative relaxation. The stretching is passive, which eliminates unnecessary straining.
The breathwork you'll practice is used by the U.S. Marines to help calm them down in tense situations. It's scientifically proven to get you out of your fight and flight stress mode into a more relaxed you.
What do I need to wear/bring?
Shorts t-shirt/vest for yoga practice. A Yoga mat. A drink bottle.
CANCELLATION POLICY.
If you wish to cancel your booking, you must give us written notice by email to: [email protected] We are not responsible for any delay, additional expense or inconvenience caused directly or indirectly by events outside our control such as civil disturbances, fires, floods, severe weather, natural disasters, acts of Government etc. We are not responsible for any and all claims, including any accidents occurring in the class.
Note: If you've already purchased or are intending to purchase a term pass then the Restorative class is included in the term price. You do not need to pay for this again!!. The sign up option below is just for anyone wanting to do a casual Restorative class.