Stress Reduction with Yoga
Stress reduction with yoga can restore your energy by re-connecting the mind, body and spirit so you can meet the challenges of life more effectively.
People have practiced yoga for thousands of years. The practice of yoga unites the body, mind and spirit by improving physical well being and calming the mind.
Class Goals:
The focus will be on the following:
- awareness of where you hold tension in the body
- relaxation of the specific areas of tension
- learn how to focus on the breath and the effects of inadequate breathing
- discover stressful thought patterns, and how a shift in perceptions can rejuvenate the spirit
- attention to the present moment
Session times & cost:
Individual sessions are available Wednesday and Friday afternoons.
Half hour sessions begin at $20 per session.
Hour long sessions are also available.
People who practice stress reduction with yoga report many benefits. Here is a partial list.
Lubrication of the joints, ligaments and tendons for greater ease of movement
Better muscle tone
Less stress
An increased sense of control
More emotional strength
Our Stress Management with Yoga sessions are led by Debra Myers, a certified Stress Management and Integral Yoga instructor. In addition to her certification, she has received over 400 Yoga Alliance hours of credit. She has personally benefited from these stress management skills by acquiring significant improvements in her own health challenges. Her goal is to promote awareness of the student's natural ability to heal and relax. She will help you use time-tested practices to improve your life in our modern world.