Intro to Restorative Yoga with Larissa

About Intro to Restorative Yoga

Are you exhausted and craving deep rest and stillness? Are you interested in learning how to build a rest practice for yourself?

Many of us have forgotten how to rest. Like many things, rest is a skill that needs to be cultivated and practiced. Restorative Yoga is one technique that can help us tap into deep states of relaxation. Through this practice we can replenish the physical body and connect with our intuition and creativity.

I’m so excited to share a new class series starting this January called Intro to Restorative Yoga.

In this series you will learn:

  • The benefits of Restorative yoga and why deep rest is so beneficial for our health

  • Common challenges and obstacles we may encounter with Restorative yoga

  • Gentle breathing techniques

  • How to use yoga props to support your body for comfort and relaxation

  • Gentle movement to prepare the body for rest

This class will include opportunity for questions, sharing, and discussion.

We welcome students of all ages (including older adults), students who are plus-size or in bigger bodies, LGBTQIA+ students, and people who don’t feel comfortable going to larger yoga studios.

Will you come practice with us? I would LOVE to have you in class!

The small print:

  • If you are looking for strengthening or a more active class, please consider Explore Yoga.

  • There will be no weight-bearing on wrists or knees in this class and most of the class will be spent low to the floor. Variations and options are always offered, and students are welcomed and encouraged to listen to what their body needs in each moment. This class is accessible for folks who can easily get down onto the floor.

  • Some yoga experience is recommended, but not required. If unsure, please reach out and I can help you decide if this is a good fit!

  • If you currently have active PTSD or anxiety, please check with your health provider if this class would be suitable for you.

Hi! I’m Larissa.

I care deeply about working with people who feel stuck or frustrated with movement and rest.

I’m a Level 1 Relax and Renew® teacher (certified by Judith Hanson Lasater) and a certified yoga therapist (C-IAYT) who specializes in working with people who have persistent pain, stress, and chronic health issues.

My intention is to support you in feeling more comfortable with your body so you can enjoy moving!

I offer free online classes each month—check my website at larissa.yoga

Register for:

Intro to Restorative Yoga with Larissa

Thursdays 1:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

January 2025 session (4 weeks: January 9, 16, 23, 30) | $84 (includes GST)

Classes are held at 4616 Valiant Drive NW

Fill out the form below to sign-up for the January session. You can expect a response from Larissa within 48 business hours.

REFUND POLICY: Registration fees are non-refundable. To provide individualized attention and to build community, we keep class sizes small. Because your fee reserves your spot in the class for the session, registration fees are non-refundable.

MISSED CLASSES: Because your registration fee saves your spot in the class for the entire session, refunds and prorating are not available for missed classes. If you miss a class please contact Larissa if you’d like to attend one of her online classes as a make-up.

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