Restorative yoga
Do you know what restorative yoga is? If you are a workout junkie I doubt it. We had an idea, through our training what it entailed, but to be honest it wasn’t something we thought we would do or considered the benefits it could bring to us.
Let’s start with a simple definition. Restorative yoga is a practice that is all about slowing down and opening your body through passive stretching. During the long holds of restorative yoga your muscles can relax deeply. It is a unique feeling because props instead of just your muscles, are used to support your body. Restorative yoga is especially good for those people who have a hard time slowing down mentally and physically. Restorative is helpful for people who struggle with anxiety and insomnia.
“This class was like a ‘happy’ hour before happy hour.”
This past Friday we hosted a free restorative class at Tailored Fitness in downtown Ridgefield. It was a huge success. The lights were dim, the blankets were supportive, the music was playing the soft sounds of Christmas while we gave our mind and body permission to relax.
Class began with a guided meditation that thanked our bodies from head to toe. Then we slowly moved thru poses, lingering in each supported stretch for several minutes. It always amazes us how fast a slow purposeful class can pass. Class came to an end with everyone feeling like they were floating on a cloud in savasana
Marcy said, “This class was incredible, I only wish it was longer, it went by so fast.”
We were excited to gather some feedback on hosting our first restorative class. After class we invited everyone to stay for some holiday spirits, snacks, and comradery. Jan and Tom one of our favorite yoga couples commented on how happy the class made them feel. For some this restorative class marked the beginning of a regular practice. This class left them encouraged and excited.
If this restorative class is something that interests you, please reach out. We love hearing feedback from you on classes that you enjoy or would like to participate in.
We are passionate about giving back to the community and we make an effort to do this throughout the year. Thrivent Action Teams helped us with this Restorative Class by donating the blanks and bolsters that we used. The most amazing part is that you will be able to use these in further yoga classes with MKelevate.