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YOGA for BALANCE
 

 
The word yoga means “to unite,” and comes from Sanskrit, an ancient language of India.  In this context, it is the integration of body, mind and spirit.  Yoga is the quest to remember our true nature and helps us to achieve our highest potential through the practice of ethical disciplines, physical postures, breathing techniques and meditation.  Yoga helps us see through the illusion of suffering and helps us to transcend our limitations to bring clarity, focus and peace into our lives.

 

Kathy is a member of Yoga Alliance. She received her 200 hour yoga teacher certification with Joyce Anue through the YES Yoga Educational Seminars at the Center for Spiritual Enlightenment in San Jose. Kathy is currently completing the YES 500 hour Therapeutic Application of Yoga.  http://www.joyceanue.com 


          Kathy's restorative class is like a trip to the spa. You sink down into the poses

          and just relax far more deeply than is possible in our normal hectic lives.  Her  

          lovely voice lulls you to lovely beaches and mountain brooks.  The hardest part

          of the class is actually getting up.  I just never want it to end.  

                                                                                            Eva H., Sunnyvale, CA

 

Restorative Yoga

 

Kathy specializes in the practice of Restorative Yoga, using guided visualization and breathing exercises that help you look inward and explore the integration of body, mind and spirit at a deeper level.   Relaxation is achieved through complete support of the body using props, such as bolsters, blankets, straps, blocks and eye pillows.  These simple supported poses are practiced from 5-30 minutes and create numerous benefits for the body and the mind:

 

  • Reduces stress and anxiety
  • Slows down the heart rate and lowers blood pressure
  • Encourages healthy patterns of breathing
  • Moves the spine in all directions to increase flexibility
  • Helps during recovery from illness or injury
  • Stretches muscles, fascia and connective tissue to facilitate a full range of movement
  • Reverses the effects of gravity with inverted poses, which change the flow of blood and fluids
  • Conserves energy, redirecting it to restore, replenish and rejuvenate the body
  • Quiets the mind, increasing a sense of peace and well-being

    Suggested props for Restorative Yoga:
  • •Yoga Mat
    •Blocks
    •Strap
    •Blankets (3-4)
    •Bolster
    •Sandbag
    •Eyebag
    •Clock or timer
    •Music