02/11/2023
What is Restorative Yoga? ✨
Isn’t all yoga ‘restorative’?🤔
Navigating the modern yoga world can be a little (a lot) confusing at times, especially for those who are relatively new to it. And many of the labels can seem pretty vague…
Restorative Yoga is a therapeutic style of yoga developed and pioneered by B.K.S. Iyengar. It uses props to support the body in various (usually supine) poses that are held for longer periods of time and a focus on nervous system regulation.
So, what can you expect from a Restorative Yoga class?
🌟Supported Poses ~ using various props, such as bolsters and blankets, to support and literally ‘prop’ the body in various positions. Props are also used as weights to ground the body to create a sense of safety & comfort.
🌟 Long Holds ~ allowing the body and mind time to gradually settle and undo patterns of holding or gripping. The nature of restorative yoga is completely unhurried (a refreshing quality amidst modern life’s chaos)
🌟 Introspection ~ the slow, supported nature of restorative yoga facilitates self-inquiry & reflection, helping us to cultivate mindfulness and greater self-awareness.
🌟 Natural, Easeful Breath ~ a focus on uncovering the natural expression of the breath by undoing the tension that binds the body & mind.
🌟 Nervous System Regulation ~ all of the above elements, along with a quiet & calm environment, help to communicate safety & security to the nervous system which in turn shifts into a deeply healing physiological state of relaxation.
Join me every Friday 1.45-2.45pm for a Restorative Yoga class, or monthly with for a Reiki & Restore workshop ✨ (next one is Saturday 18 November 2-4.30pm ticket link in bio)
