caring for your lower back- a WORKSHOP
Sunday June 22, 2025 with Melinda, 10 am - 12 pm
Fee $30
Low back pain can develop for a multitude of reasons - injury, muscle imbalance and weakness, and structural malformation. Any of these factors can stack up and create chronic back pain if left unchecked. Regardless of the underlying issue, the therapeutic approach is to soothe, reduce pain and make space in the affected area of the body, and then to develop strength and stability.
In this 2 hour minute workshop, we will focus on ways to work with the various stages, from acute pain to mild discomfort, and ongoing “maintenance” for a multitude of back issues. We will also look at understanding postural patterns in the body and their emotional component.
If you have a diagnosis (spondylolisthesis, spondylosis, herniated disc, spinal fusion etc) or know what the issue is with your back, please email Melinda and let her know, so she can better tailor the workshop to participants’ needs.
may - june SCHEDULE 2025
We have switched to a block system, where classes are taught in 5 week sections. You can sign up for the entire block or pay a drop-in rate per class.
WEDNESDAYS, May 21 - June 18, Level 1 with Melinda, 5:30 - 7 pm $88 - 5 week block/ $22 drop-in
FRIDAYS, June 13 - July 18 Level 1 with Vince, 9 - 10:30* am $88 - 5 week block/ $22 drop-in. *new time!
SATURDAYS, May 24 - June 21, Level 2-3 with Melinda, 9 - 10:45 am $88 - 5 week block/ $22 drop-in
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
Intro to iyengar yoga
New to Iyengar Yoga - or yoga in general - but ready to jump right in? This beginner’s class will develop your stability and mobility through a dynamic sequence of standing, seated, twisting, and restorative asana. Modified inversions are introduced, along with basic breathing techniques. This series provides an introduction to the building blocks of a yoga practice and philosophy in a challenging and supportive framework. We'll work to improve body alignment through the poses, increase range of motion, and develop balance, strength and coordination. Throughout this, you'll be introduced to a kinder, more expansive relationship with your body and your inner Self.
LEVEL 1
This class advances the skills developed in the beginner’s Intro series, expanding the students depth and understanding of the practice, and introducing more inversions. Sequences vary weekly, and will include standing poses, forward bends, back bends, twists, seated poses and inversions.Students should be familiar with the methodology of Iyengar Yoga.
Level 2-3
For students with Iyengar Yoga experience and a regular practice. Sequencing will include a variety of asana from the different categories (standing, seated, inverted), and will build in complexity, developing maturity of practice. Students will be expected to practice Sirsasana (headstand) and Salamba Sarvangasana (shoulderstand).
restorative Yoga
Restorative yoga aims to rejuvenate the body by providing relief to the nervous system. This class, which is appropriate for all levels and abilities, offers relief to the whole being. Students suffering from injury, exhaustion, chronic pain, muscle strain, disc herniation, lower and upper back/neck conditions, or emotional strain are welcome.