On Dec 19, we will honor Winter Solstice with a series of gentle YIN postures, relaxing yoga nidra, and extended savasana. Wear comfy layers and socks. Props provided, but feel free to bring your own. This event is listed on Vagaro as YIN for Dec 19 at 5:30 pm. Class size limited to 15 people. Please register at uptownpilatesmn.com or via the Vagaro app. (Regular Yoga/Mat Pilates packages can be used for this class.)
Fernando Echevestes returns to Uptown Yoga to offer Yoga & Reiki. The class format is the first 40 minutes will be a Vinyasa flow incorporating Qigong movements that integrate to offer a nice flow and smooth transitions. In the last 20 minutes, clients will relax in Savasana and Fernando offers hands-on or hands-off Reiki. The style of Yoga-Qigong combined with Reiki makes this class very unique. Fernando will be here every Friday in December and the first 2 Fridays in January. Treat yourself to a special mind, body & soul experience!
BENEFITS OF YOGA
- Improves flexibility
-Helps with stress
-Improves mental health
-May reduce inflammation
-Will likely increase your strength
-May reduce anxiety
-May improve quality of life
-May boost immunity
COMMON DENOMINATORS
-CONCENTRATION
-CONTROL
-CENTER
-FLOW
-PRECISION
-BREATH
BENEFITS OF PILATES
-Increases core strength
-Improves posture
-Decreases back pain
-May prevent injuries
-Increases energy
-Enhances body awareness
-Decreases stress
-Improves flexibility & mobility
-Improves balance
PILATES
&
YOGA
Pilates & yoga go together - like peanut butter & jelly. These two modalities together can make profound and long-lasting changes to your physical and mental health.