Restorative Yoga

Restorative Yoga is a slow & passive form of Yoga. In Restorative Yoga we come into gentle poses where your body is fully supported so that you can truly relax and calm your mind and switch on the bodies natural healing response. By holding passive poses for up to 20 minutes or even longer, we create an environment where physical and emotional tension can be released. The absence of dynamic movement does not mean that it a less effective practice though. It is a nourishing, meditative practice that can provide physical and emotional healing through
prolonged stretches and conscious relaxation. The squeeze and release effect from the poses held also stimulates and rejuvenates your internal organs and glands improving their overall function. Benefits of Restorative Yoga include improved sleep and emotional balance, reduced stress and anxiety, relief from headaches and held-tension, improved regulation of the hormonal & digestive system and blood pressure. It is therefore beneficial for everyone, but may be of particular interest to anyone suffering from stress, anxiety, fertility or menopausal problems or chronic pain. Due to its passive and supportive nature, it is also a great option for anyone who seeks the mental and physical benefits of yoga, but who are unable to attend a regular yoga class due to an injury or limited movement or for those of you that can’t physically do the poses offered. With Restorative Yoga, yoga is truly accessible to everyone!