What is somatic vinyasa?

Learn more about this powerful practice that offers all the usual benefits of yoga while strengthening deep self-awareness.

Somatic Vinyasa is a dynamic and transformative style of yoga that blends the fluid, breath-to-movement practice of Vinyasa with a mindful, body-centered approach of somatic movement.

So, what can you expect from this practice at our upcoming retreat in Paradise Valley this Feburary?

In our Somatic Vinyasa class, the traditional vinyasa flow is slowed down, and students are guided to explore subtle, intuitive movements. The slower pace of class allows you to tune into sensations in your body, often leading to a release of tension, improving mobility, and restoring your sense of balance.

This mix with is woven into a traditional vinyasa that allows practitioners dedicated time to focus on alignment to ensure body safety before moving into more freedom within their movement practice.

Who is this practice for?

Somatic Vinyasa is an ideal choice for anyone looking to reconnect with their body, explore within their yoga practice, or discover a deeper level of inner peace and confidence. This practice is for those who want to cultivate mindfulness and body awareness while still enjoying a solid, strength building flow.

What are the benefits of Somatic Vinyasa?

  • Enhanced Body Awareness: Somatic Vinyasa is a practice that emphasizes a connection between the mind and body through deliberate movements. This heightened awareness can lead to improved posture, movement patterns, and overall alignment in the body.

  • Stress Reduction: The mindful, slow-paced flow of Somatic Vinyasa encourages deep relaxation and mental clarity, which helps to reduce stress and anxiety.

  • Increased Flexibility & Strength: Each intentional movement in this practice will build body awareness, strength, and flexibility in the core, legs, and upper body.

  • Emotional Release: The emphasis on breath to movement in this practice can encourage the release of stored emotional tension or trauma holding patterns in the body, leading to healing and overall resilience.

Looking for more information on Somatic Vinyasa? Reach out to us via email rooted.retreatsco@gmail.com, and we’ll help point you in the right direction!

Keirst Ferguson

Keirst is the founder of Afternoon Yoga, and co-founder of Rooted Renewal Wellness Retreats. She has completed two 200-hour RYT trainings, with an additional 20 hours in Katonah yoga, and has a background in Human Biology and Neuroscience.

Her practice incorporates elements from Ashtanga and Katonah, with a focus on individual empowerment, nervous system regulation and alignment.

http://www.afternoonyogaco.com
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