Gentle Hatha Yoga to Soothe Overwhelm & Body Tension | YWM 667

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This gentle hatha yoga class will support you in dealing with information overload, overstimulation, overwhelm and nervous system regulation. By easing your way back into your body with gentle and grounding yoga practices we can support nervous system dysregulation symptoms like anxiety, energy drain, and releasing intense emotions. Gentle and supportive movements will reduce physical tension and the muscular holding patterns that often accompany nervous system dysregulation. Gentle hatha yoga practices like this support us in self-regulating allowing us to respond to the ongoing stresses of life so that we can increase our capacity to navigate this strongly transitional time.

Gentle Hatha Yoga to Soothe Overwhelm & Body Tension Sequence

Somatic Breathing with Grounding Touch
Reclined Somatic Embodiment
Sleeping Pigeon
Reclined Twist
Knee to Chest Pose
Cat Pose
Lunge Pose
Eye Yoga
Tadasana
Qigong Inspired Sequence
Dancer
Standing Pigeon
Cobra
Malasana
Reclined Twist
Somatic Breathing with Grounding Touch

Poem: Returning to Stillness by Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer

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Intro to 5 Element Theory Yin Yoga Wood Element | YWM 666

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This is the second class in a 5-class series that will introduce you to 5 – element theory in 1 hour yin yoga classes. We will begin by describing what 5 element theory is. From there we will go into wood element, its organs, meridians, the emotions associated with it, the colour and direction.

Intro to 5 Element Theory Yin Yoga Wood Element Sequence

Centering
Butterfly
Bananasana
Hand to Big Toe Pose
Broken Wing Pose
Eye Yoga
Reclined Butterfly

Props Needed: Bolster, 2 blocks, yoga strap, meditation cushion

Poem: Forgiveness by Mary McCue

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Intro to 5 Element Theory Yin Yoga Water Element | YWM 665

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This is the first class in a 5-class series that will introduce you to 5 – element theory in 1 hour yin yoga classes. We will begin by describing what 5 element theory is. From there we will go into water element, its organs, meridians, the emotions associated with it, the colour and direction.

Intro to 5 Element Theory Yin Yoga Water Element | YWM 665 Sequence

Wide Legged Child’s Pose
Sphinx Pose
Half Happy Baby pose
Half Caterpillar
Dragonfly
Reclined Bound Angle
Savasana

Props Needed: Bolster, Yoga Strap, Folded Blanket, Blocks

Poem: Wintering by Sandra Lim

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Yoga Nidra to Soothe Chronic Pain | Yoga with Melissa 664

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This transformative Yoga Nidra practice designed to soothe chronic pain. In this session, I offer an alternative approach that doesn’t involve suppressing or denying your suffering, nor does it require you to reach some elevated spiritual state.

Instead, I invite you to embark on a journey of curiosity and courage, gently exploring uncharted territories within yourself. As you navigate the waves of pain, you will be invited to witness how your heart contracts and observe the stories woven by your thinking mind in response to this perfectly natural human response to pain.

This intimate and honest exploration provides new ways to relate to your physical pain. Visualize this Yoga Nidra as a compassionate embrace, tenderly holding your heart’s suffering and facilitating the release of the narratives created by your mind.

By freeing yourself from the stories generated by your mind, a shift occurs. The pain transforms from an overwhelming burden to a dynamic field of sensations. Embrace the openness and presence that arises when you allow yourself to be fully present with this field of sensations.

Join us in this practice and discover the potential for change within your relationship with chronic pain. Embrace the courage and empathy that resides within you. Those who endure chronic pain are some of the bravest and most compassionate individuals I know.

Note: This Yoga Nidra practice is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment. Please consult with a healthcare professional before engaging in this practice, ensuring it aligns with your unique circumstances and needs.

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Powerful Full Body Self Connection Yin Yang Yoga | YWM 663

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Welcome to a powerful Yin Yang Yoga class, focused on cultivating full-body self-connection. This practice combines elements of strength and surrender, offering a balanced experience for your body and mind.

We begin with 30 minutes of yin yoga and Butterfly pose, encouraging self-connection and the recognition of our inner refuge. Trusting in our own presence, we can navigate life’s complexities with more ease and find contentment in caring for ourselves.

Moving into Pigeon pose, we explore appropriate edges, embracing grace, gratitude, and acceptance. Stillness becomes our guide, allowing the magic of yin yoga to unfold, nurturing our bones, joints, and meridians. Surrender to gravity and the sensations, experiencing the power of non-doing. In Bananasana, we deepen our self-connection, building trust in ourselves and our lives.

Transitioning to the 30 minute yang/hatha portion, we engage in a series of dynamic poses, including Hand to Big Toe Pose, Bridge Pose, Dead Bug Pose, Cat Pose, Side Plank, Downward Dog, Warrior 3, Dance Pose, Uttanasana, Easy Pose Twist, and more. These poses further support self-connection and confidence.

Finally, we conclude with a restful Savasana, allowing the benefits of this practice to integrate fully into your being. In savasana, we invite you to reflect on the wisdom of the poem “New Trust” by Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer. It beautifully encapsulates the essence of building trust within ourselves and our lives.

Join us on this journey of self-connection and empowerment. Embrace the balance of yin and yang, and discover the transformative power of finding refuge in your own presence in this 60 minute yin/yang yoga class.

Yin Portion of Powerful Full Body Self Connection Yin Yang Yoga
Butterfly
Pigeon
Bananasana

Yang/Hatha Portion of Powerful Full Body Self Connection Yin Yang Yoga

Hand to Big Toe Pose
Bridge Pose
Dead Bug Pose
Cat Pose
Side Plank
Downdog
Warrior 3
Dance Pose
Uttanasana
Easy Pose Twist
Alternate Nostril Breathing
Savasana

Poem: New Trust by Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer

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Nurture a Peaceful Heart Full Body Yin Yang Yoga | YWM 662

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In this yin yang yoga class to nurture a peaceful heart, we will dedicate the first 30 minutes to gentle and intentional yin postures to cultivate tranquility and inner peace.

Beginning with wide-legged child’s pose, we will surrender to the present moment and gather the yin energy required for the yang portion of the class in our sea of tranquility.

Next, we target your heart meridian with broken wing pose and begin our exploration of the principles of yin. In each of the yin poses, I will give you the anchor of a unique loving kindness mantra to nurture a peaceful heart.

As we move through the yin portion of the class, we cultivate softness, gentleness and compassion within ourselves and radiate that kindness outward into the world.

In heart-melting pose, we lovingly surrender into the realm of non-doing, embracing stillness and cultivating peace within ourselves. Finally, in supported-fish pose, I will teach you an acupressure point to regulate your emotions in fire element season.

In the second half of our yin yang yoga class, we fuse the elements of hatha and qigong to nurture a peaceful heart. The second half of our 60 minute journey includes integrating movement, breath and intention to awaken the peaceful energy within us.

We begin by offering ourselves self-care and love by gently hugging ourselves in knee to chest pose. In cat pose, moving from our hearts fosters a sense of peace. In our lunge pose, I will challenge you to maintain a peaceful presence as we incorporate balancing elements throughout the movement.

As we come into standing, I will ask you to release any burdens that are getting in the way of your experiencing peace. There are several movements from standing that will balance your yin and yang energies.

We will explore warrior one as a way to release impatience, anxiety, restlessness and excess emotions. As well as a way to clear the path to a peaceful heart. We will also practice peaceful warrior to nourish our peaceful hearts.

We will conclude this yin yang practice with a nourishing yin massage and some gentle movements from your heart in a seated position to connect with the peace in your heart.

As always, I will share some beautiful poetry in savasana to uplift your heart.

Yin Yoga Portion for Nurture a Peaceful Heart Full Body Yin Yang Yoga
Wide-Legged Child’s Pose
Broken Wing Pose
Half Melting Heart Pose
Supported Fish Pose

Yang Portion of Nurture a Peaceful Heart Full Body Yin Yang Yoga

knees to chest pose
cat pose
lunge pose
tadasana
Side bending
Warrior one
Peaceful warrior
Goddess Victory Squat
Wide-Legged Standing Forward Fold
Malasana
Easy Pose
Savasana

Poem: what I really need by Julia Fehrenbacher

Props Needed: 2 yoga blocks

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