(Union) Yoga 1 + Restorative Rest @ 300 Morse St. NE

About this event

Class description: This is a welcoming class that introduces / reintroduces a sequence of yoga poses at a moderate / slower pace. You'll enjoy some feel-good stretches to start, followed by a warm up to ready the body and mind for standing and balance postures. These engaging postures will help you strengthen and offer options towards a moderate challenge. Next, you'll start to wind down with deeper stretching poses in the restorative style, followed by a guided relaxation practice for 3 to 10 minutes. Class ends with a minute or two of meditation or breathwork. All are welcome! Red light therapy (RLT): During savasana, red light therapy will be offered in half of the room. Many people find red light supportive for relaxation and recovery. When you arrive, you can choose a mat in the red light area or in the non-lit area based on your preferences. Arrival: Participants need to reserve their spot in class in advance, have an account with us, and arrive at least five minutes before class, as our doors are locked at the scheduled start time for security and to avoid class interruptions. If you need our support or are too late to arrive on time, text or call us at 202-265-YOGA rather than knocking. By signing up for this class, you agree to our wellness policy: that you will not attend if you have a contagious condition, and that if you are sneezing, sniffling, or coughing due to allergies, we ask that you wear a mask while in the studio. Why the same class type can feel different when taught by different teachers: It’s our mission to ensure yoga is accessible and meets your needs! Each Yoga District teacher has their own way of teaching yoga, so we recommend trying a variety of class types with a variety of teachers. With so many options, you're bound to find a teacher and class type that work for you! Class levels: - In our all levels, aka level 1-3 classes, options for all levels of experience are offered. - In our level 1-2 class, options for both total beginners as well as intermediate practitioners of yoga will be provided. - In level 1.5-2 classes, options for beginners with some experience as well as intermediate participants are provided. - In level 2-3 classes, options for both intermediate and advanced participants will be provided. - In level 1.5-3 class, options for beginners with some experience as well as intermediate and advanced participants will be provided. - In level 1 and level 1-1.5 classes, options for people totally new to yoga are the focus. Here's what to expect in the beginning, middle and end of class: Classes usually start with a series of "grounding", stabilizing movements. This can help you reconnect your mind with your body, while connecting the pace of body movements to the breath. Then the class usually transitions to more warming, strengthening, engaging poses. Toward the end of class you may find poses that focus on flexibility and release. Class usually ends with a final relaxation in "savasana" pose, during which you can lay quietly in stillness to let go. This combination of practices can help you achieve what some refer to as the goal of yoga: awareness of interconnectivity and oneness, bringing about a compassionate way of being.

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