This series is the perfect place to begin, or to reawaken and resume your practice. A series of slower-paced, informative classes will provide you with a strong foundation in the practice of Yoga, preparing you to proceed with confidence to other classes.
This course includes brief philosophical background of Yoga, study and practice of the fundamental Yoga postures including correct body positioning and alignment for your body, understanding props and how to use them, and detailed instruction on how to combine breath and movement.
Class limited to 8 persons to enhance individualized instruction. Open to all bodies and abilities, no previous experience or fitness level needed. Appropriate for ages 14 and up.
Whether you are brand new to iRest Yoga Nidra, or have been taking classes but are wanting to spend a bit more time exploring the fundamental aspects of the protocol, this Fundamentals Series is for you.
Each week, Susanne will guide you through an in-depth exploration of a different step of the iRest protocol. Class will consist of some lecture, discussion, and a guided practice.
This series can serve as a great place to begin before taking one of Jennifer’s Tuesday advanced series, or as a supplement to the weekly drop-in classes.
Week 1 - Inner Resource - Discovering our felt sense of security and well-being
Week 2 - Intention and Heartfelt Desire - Laying the foundation
of Sankalpa: making commitments that support our heart’s
longing
Week 3 - Body sensation - Sensing and welcoming the body as
sensation
Week 4 - Breath sensing - Experiencing the breath as a flow of
energy that moves through the body
Week 5 - Meeting emotions, thoughts, and beliefs
Week 6 - Joy and Well-being - Welcoming joy independent of objects
or circumstance, and Realizing our Essential Nature
CEUs available for Yoga Alliance.