05/08/2026
Up next - Favorites with Darian!
Darian teaches 6 AM Saturdays and Thursdays 5:45 PM
Favorite adjustment/cue:
"Peel the arm open." I love using this cue when opening up into poses such as half moon or simple twist. It encourages the slow, sticky opening of the body without forcing or pushing.
Favorite class theme:
I'm a sucker for a good hip opening class, no matter what the intention/theme that goes with it. I've found that both within myself and with many of my students, we hold so much in our hips that playing with the dynamics of work and release with this part of the body has numerous benefits and just feels "yummy."
Favorite yama/niyama:
Ever since I completed YTT, the yama of Aparigraha has resonated with me. The concept of non-grasping, both in the physical and literal sense, resonate so strongly with me. As a pitta-pitta body, I can always use more aparigraha in life! This includes letting go of attachments to physical objects, outcomes, identifies, expectations, and so much more.
Favorite sequencing technique:
Sun A! You will rarely find a class where I don't run through a Sun A at least a few times. I really enjoy taking time to start out class with linking breath to movement. Not to mention that it's a fantastic way to invite heat into the body and warm up muscles!
Favorite time of day to flow:
I've always enjoyed an early morning class. Now, as a mother to two young kids, starting my day off with a flow - either teaching or taking class - is my favorite way to start the day and always leaves me feeling refreshed and recharged. One of my goals for 2026 is to develop more of an evening Yoga Nidra and Restorative practice to sprinkle in with the flow.
