Sink into a nourishing evening of self-care with Restorative Yoga. The focus of the practice is to support to the body in order for the mind and heart to find a state of ease. It is during times like these, when things are uncertain and complex, that we can benefit from these slower practices the most. Restorative Yoga can foster feelings of safety and security within ourselves, rather than fully relying on external factors. During this restful practice, you may find yourself in a meditative state where your body is deeply relaxed but your mind is aware and clear. If there is a lot to unwind in the nervous system, revisiting Restorative Yoga practices can forge new pathways for greater mental and somatic ease over time.

The Restorative Yoga postures are passive and will be held for long periods of time (up to 20 minutes) to give you time to unwind and settle into the support of comfy supplies or props you have at your home. If you have a yoga bolster and blocks, great, if not Carrie will offer other suggestions. Once you enroll for the class,  your registration confirmation email will include a link to a short video of Carrie to help you gather the supplies from home you will need and show you how to set up your poses. You will also receive a playlist that you may choose to listen to during the practice that can aid in your relaxation.

Suggested Props

• Four (4) blankets or large towels

• Three (3) yoga blocks or stacks of something comparable

• Yoga bolster or a couple large bed pillows or a sturdy couch cushion

• Small couch/decorative pillow

  *Roots & River Yoga has high quality yoga bolsters for sale and stores like Target/Walmart/Wegmans have yoga blocks if you’d like to have these specific supplies.

Cost: $22