New Class Series: Herbal Yoga

New Class Series: Herbal Yoga

Whether we know it or not, we interact with plants on a daily basis. From the food that we eat, to the air that we breathe, to the beautiful blooms along the road, plants permeate our lives and, if we are open to it, our hearts. We can work with plants to cultivate a connection with the natural world and improve our overall wellness in body, mind, heart, and spirit. In this class series, we will bridge the connection between yoga and herbal medicine, two healing modalities rooted in ancient wisdom.

Focused movement may improve balance, comfort, and mobility.

Focused movement may improve balance, comfort, and mobility.

The Feldenkrais Method is a system that uses a series of movements to guide the practitioner to use body sensation and perceptual feedback. In this method one gains a better awareness between comfort (favorable or easy) and unfavorable (painful or straining) positions. This focused practice teaches how movement patterns develop and how to retrain your movement patterns to avoid discomfort.

Dogwood Studios is excited to be able to offer a Feldenkrais Workshop April 30th with Guest Teacher Jacob Tyson (PT, DPT). The workshop will teach you about the method and how it can help you Optimize Your Yoga Practice.

Yoga is a Continuum of Practice

Yoga is a Continuum of Practice

You are uniquely you. Just as no two apples look exactly the same, people (even twins) don’t have the exact same features. We are different on the outside, therefore we have to be different on the inside. We are not even completely symmetrical.

There isn’t a one size fit for yoga.

There isn’t one version of an asana that is the real or full pose. Each asana is a shape that has a specific target.

Spring into Your Yoga Practice

Spring into Your Yoga Practice

It is almost April. As you look outside, you can see all the new growth around. Maybe you find yourself in awe of the new blooms in your garden or welcome the sounds of new life as the birds sing in the morning. Nature is filled with rejuvenation. The energy of springtime growth affects us all. It is the perfect time of the year to start new habits. Let’s celebrate spring by springing into more yoga!

Join Dogwood Studios This Spring: Workshops & More In Person Class Choices

Join Dogwood Studios This Spring: Workshops & More In Person Class Choices

Spring is a time of growth and change. Nature is getting ready for summer. Rain and bright floral fragrances are becoming part of our lives again. You might notice a heaviness to your body in the morning as the body also readies itself to blossom. Practicing yoga is a great way to counteract the grounding energy of spring. Dogwood Studios is here to support you during this season of transition.

Yoga is Linked to the Reduction of Inflammation.

Yoga is Linked to the Reduction of Inflammation.

The World Health Organization defines health as complete well-being in terms of physical, mental and social, and not merely the absence of disease. Yoga with its mind-body approach can address all facets of healing. Although yoga isn’t a miracle cure, yoga offers many tools to positively impact your health. Many studies have pointed out that yoga is linked to the reduction of inflammation.