Episodes

Nov. 14, 2024

Q & A's continued - Lifted Heels in Downward Dog: Is this normal??

There are many reasons why our heels don't touch the ground in Downward Dog, and none of these reasons mean we aren't doing the pose right!
Nov. 7, 2024

Our first Q & A Episode - The Foot Cramp Dilemma

Why do we sometimes get foot cramps in certain yoga pose and what can we do to alleviate them?
Oct. 31, 2024

A Restorative Twist

Today we will explore a restorative twist which will allow us a longer hold, and some time to rest.
Oct. 24, 2024

Legs up the wall, bolster style!

Today we will explore this wonderful posture again but this time we will do a supported version and move into it as a restorative pose with a longer hold.
Oct. 17, 2024

Bolster under the knees? Yes please!

Today’s pose will encourage you to deeply relax from head to toe, and does not require much set up.
Oct. 10, 2024

Let's Open Our Hearts, Restorative Style!

As we explore our pose today, we will open the heart, reduce depression or sadness, and encourage an open heart and an open mind.
Oct. 3, 2024

Alexander twist to a support

Alexander twist to a support encourages fresh flow into the internal body.
Sept. 26, 2024

A supported bridge

Restorative bridge pose is a heart opener that encourages the chest to open and provides a deep stretch into the shoulders.
Sept. 19, 2024

Rest in Child's pose

Today we have another restorative posture on the docket, and this one is supported child's pose - yes we have explored child's pose before but this time it will be supported with props which will hopefully make it more comfo…
Sept. 12, 2024

Supported Supta Bhadda Konasana

Supta bhadda konasana - yes you may be thinking it sounds familiar. We did visit this pose in episode ——but today we will move into this posture in a restorative way.
Sept. 5, 2024

A Warrior At Peace

I know what you may be thinking - another warrior? Well the answer is yes!
Aug. 29, 2024

Tree Pose

Tree pose is one that I have always connected to as it helps to create a beautiful connection between the earth and the body.
Aug. 23, 2024

A dog with 3 legs

Three leg dog or Eka phadda adamukashvasana is a fun pose that can be done as a stand alone pose or also as a bridge between poses in certain classes
Aug. 15, 2024

Lets balance that figure 4!

Standing figure 4 pose is first and perhaps foremost a balancing posture. It encourages us to explore our ability to stay steady and centred even when the posture creates instability.
Aug. 8, 2024

Lizard Pose

Here we are...at Lizard pose, and to be honest? I honestly to this day have no idea why it is called Lizard.
Aug. 1, 2024

What Happens When We Lie Down in Figure 4?

As you may have guessed by now, working into the hips and hip openers is a big focus in the practice of yoga and today’s pose is no exception.
July 25, 2024

Standing Splits - Say What?

Today’s posture is standing splits and can be done in different ways depending on what will work best for you.
July 18, 2024

Pigeon Pose

Pigeon pose - to me this pose is one that I love to hate. I know this may seem like an odd statement, but this pose is a deep hip opener and if you have tight hips it’s very illuminating.
July 11, 2024

A Superb Shoulder Stretch indeed

The shoulders….aaaahhhh…a part of the body that is often very tight in many of us. Many of our postural habits on a daily basis can create tension, tightness and even pain in the shoulder and neck area (yes these areas of t…
July 4, 2024

There's a Whole Lot Going On in Revolved Triangle Pose!

Revolved triangle pose - aaahhh, sometimes when I just hear this posture as the next one coming up in class I feel a slight twinge, knowing that this posture is one that I find quite challenging
June 27, 2024

Uppavista K?

Uppavista Konasana or wide angle seated forward bend, is in the family of seated yoga poses and also includes a forward folding element to it.
June 21, 2024

A Bridge Pose Too Far

Breaking down a supported and unsupported version of Bridge Pose
June 13, 2024

Extend That Side Angle

This is a powerful pose, and as I have mentioned with other similar standing poses, it can bring power and strength into not only the body but also the mind.
June 6, 2024

When your back into a wall is a good thing!

I often tell my students if you want to get an idea of what is going on in your body, sit on the floor. You cant hide from what shows up from simply sitting on the ground - it’s not easy or simple.