What is Restorative Yoga?
Restorative yoga is a calming, gentle and therapeutic style of yoga aimed at deeply relaxing both the body and mind. It focuses on slowing down, long-held poses (typically 5–20 minutes), and the use of supportive props such as blankets, bolsters, blocks, and straps.
Restorative Yoga Classes
My classes are designed to support all levels and all body types. We use supportive tools which helps create a comfortable, safe and stable environment, allowing you to drop deep into your practise, ease tension, lower stress levels, and experience a profound sense of physical, mental, and emotional relaxation. Restorative yoga is about nervous system recalibration which loves repetition, so you don't have to do an hour long class, just 5 minutes of a pose 2-3 times throughout the day can have huge benefits.
Benefits of Restorative Yoga
Restorative yoga is suitable for all levels, including beginners, and is particularly beneficial for those recovering from illness, injury, or dealing with chronic stress.
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Eases Muscle Tension: Encourages the release of physical tension, allowing muscles to relax and soften without strain.
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Enhances Sleep Quality: Promotes deep relaxation, enhancing sleep quality.
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Reduces Stress and Anxiety: Helps quiet the mind and guide the body into a state of deep relaxation, gradually easing feelings of stress and anxiety.
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Improves Immune Function: By lowering stress levels, restorative yoga supports a stronger immune system and overall health.
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Fosters mental clarity and emotional stability: Clears space in the mind and increases your capacity to manage life's ups and downs.
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Nervous System Recalibration: Activates the parasympathetic nervous system ("rest and digest"), fostering balance, resilience, and overall nervous system well-being.
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Increases Mindfulness and Self-Awareness: Slows down the body and mind, fostering a deeper connection to the present moment and increased self-awareness.
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Supports Pain Management: Helps alleviate chronic pain and discomfort by enabling physical and mental relaxation.