Where: Sherwood Community Center, 3740 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax
When: Tuesdays 2:00 – 3:15 pm, Thursdays 7:00 – 8:15 pm
Come in person to sign up!
Equipment needed: Yoga mat, 2 blocks and strap, small throw blanket
Price: $40 for 4 classes/mo., or $80 for 8 classes/mo.
This is a gentle yoga class taught by Yoga Alliance-certified yoga instructor
Molly Aden, RYT200. Contact bigsighyoga@gmail.com with any questions.
1. Remember, yoga is not a competitive sport!
This is a multi-level class, and I try to keep it challenging for people who have been practicing for a while and at the same time encourage those just starting out (or returning after a break) to take it at their own pace. I love to look around the room and find people in the middle of class resting in Child’s Pose. That tells me they were listening to what their body was telling them and took a rest. This is important, to avoid injury and work your way up slowly. Most importantly, it ensures that you will enjoy the practice and come back the next week. Remember, it’s a journey!
2. Yoga shouldn’t hurt.
Please let me know prior to class if you have any injuries or physical limitations that may impact your ability to participate in class. Include back, shoulder, or knee problems, recent surgeries or illnesses, high blood pressure, diabetes, or pregnancy, etc. During class, if you experience any pain in a pose be sure to let me know. Often I can offer modifications so that you can get the most out of your practice.
3. You’ll feel best participating in yoga on an empty stomach.
It’s best to always practice yoga 1-2 hours after eating. Not only will doing yoga poses on a full stomach cause you discomfort, but your digestive system uses a great amount of energy and you’ll tend to feel sluggish if you eat just before class.
4. Savasana. Everyone’s favorite pose.
In Savasana (final relaxation), your body completely relaxes. Following your yoga practice, this pose slows beta brain waves and relaxes your central nervous system. Beta brain waves are associated with active, busy, anxious thinking and active concentration. Benefits of practicing Savasana after yoga include a reduction in stress, headaches, fatigue, depression, and insomnia. As your body relaxes, your body temperature may decrease. Bring a sweatshirt or blanket to cover yourself and socks in order to stay in a relaxed state. If you need to leave early, please leave before we begin Savasana, rather than during, so you don’t disturb your fellow yogis!