This class will combing the healing benefits of yin and yoga nidra.
Deep Stretch is a Yin Yoga class. Yin Yoga is a is a meditative practice involving deep stretch postures held for several minutes at a time, mostly on the floor. The practice is designed to stress and stimulate the deep connective tissues of the hips, thighs, pelvis, and lower spine to retain mobility in aging joints. Not to be confused with the total relaxation of our Relax and Unwind classes, Yin yoga taps into an intensity of sensation that can deepen your mindfulness while increasing joint mobility.
Yoga Nidra is a sleep meditation practice that will leave you feeling refreshed, relaxed, peaceful, and joyfully content. This form of deep rest allows you to fully let go so that mind and body can restore to their natural state of balance. Traditionally, yoga Nidra is done lying on the back supported by blankets and bolsters after beginning with a few minutes of movement to prepare the body for the deep rest. This class is perfect for those who wish to relax, gain greater sleep quality, and build mental clarity.