Students who would like to progress in the poses at a slower pace and/or would like to learn how to safely practice the yoga postures to address their back challenges. Various props will be utilized for additional support in the poses. This is a good class for those trying to conceive, those who are currently pregnant, and post-partum, as well as those who are less flexible, or recovering from an injury or illness.

Props needed: A yoga mat, 2 blocks, a 6-foot yoga strap and an 8-foot yoga strap, 3-5 yoga blankets, yoga backless chair

Prerequisite: Appropriate for all levels. Please email the teacher before the class to discuss your condition and challenges, as well as any diagnostic test results.

Unwind and relax your body and mind from the stresses and strains of daily living with this slower paced class which includes sequences of restorative postures and pranayama (breath control/conditioning) techniques to soothe, nourish, create equilibrium and balance through healing restoration. Yoga props (bolsters, blankets, blocks, straps, yoga chairs) are used for many of the postures to support the body. This physical support helps students to stay in postures comfortably without straining. Many household items (beach towels, firm summer weight quilts, firm pillows, sturdy books, armless chairs) may be substituted. Restorative postures help calm the mind and create opening and release in the body for pranayama. Pranayama is conscious breathing through self observation where we perceive the connection between the breath, the mind and the emotions as we move our consciousness inward. Some experience in Iyengar general classes (level 1, 1/2, 2 and above) is strongly encouraged before taking this class.