Elissa Dawn Yoga

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Elissa Dawn Yoga

E-RYT 500 Certified Yoga Teacher leading group, private and corporate classes based out of Orange Co

COMMITTED TO HER CRAFT, dedicated to continued learning, humbled by the vastness of what is yet to be discovered, and passionate about yoga and movement, Elissa wants to help you move and live with grace, ease, integrity and purpose. TEACHING SINCE 2006, Elissa consistently seeks to improve and expand her offerings with continuing education courses and trainings. Her most extensive studies and certifications with influential teachers of yoga and movement include Ana Forrest, Jill Miller and Jules Mitchell. Elissa’s teaching incorporates breath work, focused intention, traditional asana, dynamic and conscious corrective movements, core awareness exercises, therapeutics, restorative, and yoga tune up® therapy ball work in an engaging format for a truly unique, embodied experience. Classes are gentle and restorative or active, challenging and dynamic; sometimes a blend of both. No matter what the theme or the focus, her offerings remain accessible to all as she supports her students with effective cueing, skillful adjustments and posture modifications. ELISSA’S INTENTION is to empower students to grow, evolve and realize their fullest potential in a holistic, integrated way.

05/08/2024

✨celebrate yourself✨

it doesn’t matter
whether you’re on the edge of seventeen filled to the brim with life,
or old and grey with eighty six years’ worth of stories—

we have all been built by the same golden hands of time
and carved by the strength of memories.

a natural longing
for dreams and foresight
propel us to move forward
despite the storms of the heart or of life itself,
in all its ugly, glorious grandeur.

so take time to celebrate you:
your revolutions around the sun,
your tears,
all the pieces of your glass heart shattered on the floor,
your laughter, your words,
and all your golden days.
**you are,
and always will be.

poem written by: Tamia

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Of all the pictures I’ve had taken over the years for work, this is by far one of my favorites.

Laughing at my awkward attempts to perch on the rocks and trying to get my hair away from my eyes, this candid moment is so much more to me than good natural lighting, composition and the smile on my face.

It’s special because my teenage daughter was my photographer that day. The engraving behind me (found later during edits) is a sweet coincidence.

This one didn’t make the cut for the headshots I needed, but I like it because I look happy and it reminds me that there’s Magic and Beauty in the process of making, of creating, of living and this life.

Here’s to celebrating another revolution around the sun!

04/14/2024

Coming up! Learn myofascial release techniques and movement practices to promote mobility and stability in the hip joint, increase range of movement in spinal rotation and improve breath capacity. Explore soothing breath strategies and experience a profound state of relaxation.

Sunday April 28th 1-3pm — Join me for Hips, Twists and Bliss at in Laguna Beach.

This is the first in a series of three workshops. Attend one, two or all three!

Workshop Series Dates:

APRIL 28TH | HIPS, TWISTS AND BLISS
MAY 19TH | SHOULDER SHAPE UP
JUNE 23RD | BREATHE IN, BLISS OUT

$50 for Each Workshop or $120 for Series

Link in bio to sign up and for more info

11/14/2023

Coming up THIS weekend

Give yourself the gift of self-care.

Embody your body, relieve muscular tension patterns and experience a deep state of relaxation through guided self-myofascial release techniques focusing on the back, shoulders, neck and jaw.

Link in bio to sign up.

11/11/2023

Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

10/20/2023

Join me at Laguna Niguel for TOTAL BODY TUNE UP November 4th 12pm-2pm.

Experience relief from stored tension in the body with guided myofascial release techniques for a full body roll out using the therapy balls. Learn valuable self-care strategies to reduce the impact of stress and calm the nervous system.

$55
Link in bio to book your spot.

09/10/2023

Need a nap but short on time?

Try just 5-10 minutes in this simple variation of Constructive Rest. It’s a great way to reset and recharge when feeling overtired or if a napping is not your jam.

Recline and rest lower legs up on a chair or couch so the hip and knee joints are bent, about 90 degrees. If needed, use a folded blanket under the pelvis or calves to better fit leg length to chair height. You’ll want to position yourself so you can let go of all effort and you feel comfortable.

Set a timer for 5-10 minutes. If all you have is 5, you’ll still benefit from the time you spend here.

Bonus: Use an eye-pillow or a light fabric to cover the eyes to reduce or eliminate the sensory input of light and support the body’s relaxation response. If you need to avoid any pressure on the eyes, try a light cloth or place the eye pillow over forehead instead.

When the timer is up, slowly exit the position. Or reset the timer if you can spend more time there. Notice how you feel before returning to the rest of your day.

08/31/2023

Maybe I’ve got too many tabs open on my device, maybe it’s Mercury Retrograde….or perhaps my cache is too full and I need a software update (I’m looking at you IG Reels preview!).

Whatever the case is, I’ve been reminded in no uncertain terms that sometimes we need to step away from what we’re doing, take a moment to unplug, reset and reboot so things (or we) can get the “glitch” out and work again.

If you need to reboot your body - or get the “glitch” out, I’ve got a few events coming soon to help. Stay tuned!

03/19/2023

Need a little R+R? Put self-care on your priority list and join me next Sunday, March 26th for a 2 Hour Myofascial Release Workshop at LiveMetta Yoga Laguna Niguel from 1:00-3:00pm

Unwind muscular tension from the hips, lower back, shoulders and neck with myofascial release techniques using various sizes of Yoga Tune Up Therapy balls.

Down-regulate the nervous system with calming breath strategies and experience a profound state of relaxation with the practice of constructive rest.

Your body will thank you!

Sign up by visiting the website or calling the studio:

lagunaniguel@livemetta.com
(949) 880-4936

$55

23811 Aliso Creek Rd. Suite 100.
Laguna Niguel. CA 92677

03/11/2023

Tomorrow! POP-in and ROLL-out!
Sunday, March 12th 11:00am
Myofascial release class at !

Explore therapy ball rolling techniques and sequences to improve mobility, enhance tissue mechanics, relieve pain, reduce stress, promote embodied awareness and support nervous system regulation. Learn more about your anatomical landscape and develop a customized approach for self-care. Roll out of this class feeling amazing.

Open to all students. No previous experience necessary.

✨RESERVATIONS ONLY ✨
DM us, Call/Text 972-849-4206, or head to www.soulfactoryoc.com/events

This class operates on
SLIDING SCALE PRICING:

$15
*Barely scraping by, but I value this class and couldn’t miss the opportunity to gain this information! -or- I’m a SF member and want to attend as many events as possible! (Supports basic needs)

$22
*What a bargain! Still less than the average drop in class and I’m learning skills that last a lifetime! (Supports basic needs & Teacher)

$30
*Feeling Grateful & Generous! I recognize the thousands of hours the teacher has spent perfecting their craft and the hard work put in from studio staff so that I could benefit from this class today. Thank you, So worth it!
(Supports basic needs, Teacher & Studio)

LOCATION:

Soul Factory
23272 Vista Grande Dr. suite C Laguna Hills, CA 92653

PLEASE BRING A YOGA MAT. Elissa will provide all other props necessary. if you forget, we’ve got you covered in. There is a $5 studio mat rental fee

Relief is on the way, see you soon!

02/03/2023

Coming up THIS weekend! Sunday, February 5th 11:00am
Myofascial release Pop-Up class

Explore therapy ball rolling techniques and sequences to improve mobility, enhance tissue mechanics, relieve pain, reduce stress, promote embodied awareness and support nervous system regulation. Learn more about your anatomical landscape and develop a customized approach for self-care. Roll out of this class feeling amazing.

Open to all students. No previous experience necessary.

(Donation Based Class: Minimum Suggested donation: $15, Pay upon arrival via cash or Venmo)

Soul Factory
23272 Vista Grande Dr. suite C Laguna Hills, CA 92653

11/21/2022

Put self-care on your priority list this holiday season!
Join me at in Laguna Niguel for a full-body roll-out with all the Therapy balls.

Just two weeks from today! Relieve muscular tension, reduce stress and experience a deep state of rest. Leave feeling deeply relaxed and equipped with techniques for stress-relief all season long!

Give the gift of self-care....for yourself and/or someone you love. 🎁

$50

For more information and to save your spot, call the studio at (949) 880-4936 or visit www.youandthemat.com

09/18/2022

Do your shoulders, upper back and neck need some relief?

I've got a pop-up class coming up at Sunday 9/25 to help you roll out tension and relieve stress with the therapy balls.

I'd love to see you there!

Reserve your spot ahead of time with as space is limited.

$25 drop-in

You can book through the link in the comments below.

07/17/2022

More than just a massage, Myofascial Release is:

🟢 Embodiment

✨Sensory input educates, informs and improves perception and awareness

🔵 Empowerment

✨Tools and knowledge to safely and effectively address tension, aches and pains anytime, anywhere.

🟣 Support

✨Stimulates nerve endings embedded within fascia to help support nervous system regulation.
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My favorite tools for myofascial release?

therapy balls!

07/13/2022

Give your low back some love this weekend with a full-body roll out!

Join me THIS Sunday 7/17 from 2-4pm at for a Total Body Tune Up.

Gift yourself with a deep tissue massage from head to toe with therapy balls to relieve tension, enhance mobility and experience a deep state of relaxation.

05/21/2022

Taking care of ourselves and developing skills for nervous system regulation is essential for our own health and well-being and allows us to better take care of those around us.  Self care is collective care!

If you’re in Orange County, Dr. Marisa Puente and I have a workshop for you tomorrow Sunday 5/22 combining two powerful, effective modalities to help soothe muscular tension, settle into a state of calm and reset the nervous system.

I’ll be guiding a series of my favorite therapy ball rolling techniques for the lower back, upper back, neck and jaw.

Dr. Marisa Puente will then administer the NADA protocol to encourage the spirit to settle and support nervous system regulation.

There’s still time to sign up and space available to join us.  Register through the link in my bio

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A few gratitudes:

Thank you….

for initiating this collaboration together, your calming presence and incredible acupuncture skills.

for opening up your beautiful space for rental!

for the quick delivery!  Can’t wait to break in some brand new therapy balls!

for keeping us hydrated and mineralized with the best water and magnesium on the planet!

And to the fantastic group of people that have already signed up, thank you!  We are grateful for you and so looking forward to guiding and supporting you.

05/18/2022

Repost from

Chronic muscle pain, meet myofascial release. Pronounced my-o-FASH-e-ul, this tissue provides connection, structure and support throughout the entire body. When we address our fascial system with techniques such as therapy ball rolling, we can begin to release muscle tension (goodbye, lower back pain) and regulate the nervous system. It’s a win-win healing method that we are thrilled to now offer in our virtual wellness studio!

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If you’re interested in learning how you can incorporate this effective technique into your self-care routine, join for a myofascial release class series at WellSet.co. The next FREE 30 min class for a healthy back is coming up this Thursday at 5pm PST / 8pm EST (link in bio to RSVP).

05/15/2022

Coming up NEXT Sunday, May 22nd 12pm-2pm in San Clemente:

Soothe Settle Reset Workshop: Myofascial Release and Meridians

Experience two powerful, effective methods to help regulate the nervous system and usher in a deep state of calm.

I’ll guide a series of my favorite therapy ball rolling techniques for the hips, back, shoulders and neck to soothe muscular tension patterns and bring about a more restful state of being.

Dr. Marisa Puente will then provide the NADA acupuncture protocol, encouraging the spirit to settle and supporting nervous system regulation.

Relax with a heart-centered guided meditation during the treatment.

Some of the benefits of the NADA protocol:

✨ A sense of calm, inner quiet and strength
✨ Relief from stress and emotional trauma
✨ Improved Sleep
✨Reduced agitation

For more details and to reserve your spot, visit my website (link in comments below.

Not sure about acupuncture needles? Ear seeds can be applied instead as an effective alternative to needles.

I'm so looking forward to presenting this workshop with Dr. Marisa Puente.

Hope to see you there!

05/03/2022

Rolling into May….

✨Excited about teaching in-person and online classes and a workshop this month.

✨Getting grounded, resourced and prepared to level up.

✨Looking forward to birthday celebrations - mine and some of my favorite peeps!

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Let’s practice together!

In person:

for Roll + Restore: Mondays/Wednesdays 12-1 (message me if you’re new to the studio and you’d like to be my guest)

Sunday May 22nd 12-2pm: Soothe, Settle, Reset Myofascial release + acupuncture Collab Workshop (link in bio)

Online:

Thursday May 19th 5pm PST: 30 minute Myofascial Release for a Healthy Back. Sign up for this Free class at

Thursdays all month 9amPST: Virtual Roll + Restore: Message me for the zoom link

I’d love to see you!

Address

San Clemente, CA
92672

Website

http://www.elissadawnyoga.com/

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