Floor Yoga-Wednesdays December 2024
Virtual via Zoom
Virtual Event
CostFree
Description
Please join certified yoga therapist Kristy Price for a virtual floor yoga class held every Wednesday. This session includes yoga poses standing, lying and sitting on the floor, positions to help balance as well as 10 minutes of guided breathwork/meditation. In this class we focus on flexibility, strength, balance and techniques to aid in mental relaxation and clarity.
Recommended, but not required, props include a yoga mat, yoga blocks and/or a pillow. All levels are welcome!
Speakers
Kristy Price
Kristy Price is a certified yoga therapist who has provided her expertise with therapeutics in integrative oncology since 2011. She started her career at Cancer Rehabilitation and Wellness with Novant and moved to Levine Cancer Institute when it opened in 2012. Kristy applies her in-depth understanding of body alignment, meditation and the inner workings of how breath can influence the neurological system together with compassion to provide individuals with tools to obtain a sense of empowerment and relaxation. She uses mindfulness based stress reduction techniques, breathwork and gentle poses to teach others the benefits of yoga, including improved mental health, flexibility and balance, reduced anxiety and an enhanced quality of life. When Kristy is not instructing yoga and meditation she enjoys gardening, working out and watching documentaries on healthy eating and astrophysics.
Resources
YouTube
YouTube
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to bring anything to my virtual yoga class?
Do I need to bring anything to my virtual yoga class?
Please have a chair, preferably without arms, and water. If you have a yoga mat to place under your chair you may but this is not required.
What do I wear?
What do I wear?
Please wear comfortable clothing that is easy to move in. Due to the nature of standing poses it is recommended that you do not wear socks to prevent any slipping. If this is not an option for you, opt for sneakers.
What if a pose is too difficult for me?
What if a pose is too difficult for me?
Kristy offers several modifications for each pose. She will begin by demonstrating the least difficult position and offer you the option to progress into a more challenging version if you feel inclined to do so. She also encourages open dialogue and questions shall one arise. Due to this style of teaching all levels feel empowered and can participate.