Sun Salutations – A Moving Meditation
March 2 @ 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Embrace the Tortoise, not the Hare. There’s no need to rush through your sun salutations. Participants are encouraged to rest whenever necessary. This community event encourages mutual support as we navigate our individual paths with each repetition.
Your hosts Tanya and Lucia, will guide the practice at a suggested pace that you can either move with or connect to your own rhythm. Rest and rejoining the flow as needed. Whether you are moving or taking a break in silence, the session cultivates collective mindfulness beyond the physical, creating a powerful community bond.
Book in here:
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$40 – includes vegetarian lunch and a cooling drink. (For Active Members only $25, please contact studio)
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Date: 16th March
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Time: 10:30 am
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No experience necessary, work at your own pace.
Sun Salutations are practiced for several reasons in most yoga classes:
- A Great Warm-up: Sun Salutations are an excellent way to warm up the body and prepare it for the rest of the yoga practice. The flowing movements and dynamic nature of the sequence help increase blood circulation, warm up the muscles, and loosen the joints.
- Energizing body and mind: The Sun Salutations are often practiced in the morning or at the beginning of a yoga class to help awaken and energize the body and mind. The combination of movement, breath, and stretching helps invigorate the entire system and create a sense of vitality.
- Physical and Mental Flexibility and Strength: The Sun Salutations involve a variety of poses that work on different areas of the body, including the legs, arms, core, and spine. Regular Sun Salutation practice can improve flexibility, build strength, and increase body awareness.
- Meditation in Motion: The flowing nature of the Sun Salutations can create a meditative state of mind. By focusing on the breath and the movement, practitioners can enter a state of moving meditation, where the mind becomes calm and centered.
Sun Salutations are a foundational yoga practice offering numerous physical, mental, and energetic benefits. They provide a balanced and holistic practice that prepares the body and mind for deeper yoga poses and meditation exploration.
Book in here: $40 – includes vegetarian lunch and a cooling drink. (Active Members $25, please contact studio)
Join us on this transformative journey, cultivate mindfulness, and rejuvenate your body and mind.
Discover the Transformative Power of Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation)!
Start Your Day Right: Surya Namaskar, a 12-posture yoga sequence, is a simple yet powerful way to kickstart your day with a healthy routine. Each pose, accompanied by deep breaths, honors the sun god as a source of energy and vitality.
Holistic Fitness Routine: This complete body workout boosts flexibility, strength, and stamina without requiring heavy equipment. Perfect for beginners, it involves easy yet effective stretches and exercises that provide numerous health benefits.
Balance Your Body and Mind: Surya Namaskar enhances mental focus, reduces stress, and improves overall physical and mental balance. Engage in a routine that not only shapes your body but also clears your mind, promoting a sense of calmness in your daily life.
Posture Perfection: Train your body to maintain a straight and balanced position, preventing backaches and ensuring a healthy spine. Good posture is vital for well-being and boosts confidence, making Surya Namaskar an ideal practice for achieving and maintaining it.
Weight Management and Digestive Health: This holistic exercise burns calories, boosts metabolism, and improves digestion. Combine it with a healthy diet to shed excess weight, feel lighter, and reduce the chances of digestive troubles like bloating or constipation.
Stress Relief and Detoxification: Experience a calming and meditative practice that reduces stress, clears your mind, and eases tension. Surya Namaskar acts as a natural detox, stimulating systems like the lymphatic system to eliminate toxins and leave you feeling refreshed and energized.