Online Yoga with Sarah Shannon

Set the stage for a peaceful morning, nurturing your body and mind in this class. Immerse yourself in a gentle and soothing experience as we focus on fluid movements, facilitating deep hip releases and leg stretches. Conclude with a calming meditation, creating the perfect beginning for a harmonious day ahead.

The first class of our Beginners Yoga series, where we prioritize hamstring stretches to enhance flexibility and alleviate stiffness associated with desk work. Our targeted exercises aim to provide relief from the stiffness often experienced due to prolonged sitting.

In the third class of our Beginners Yoga series, we explore the transformative Downward Facing Dog pose, focusing on stretching the back of the body, including the spine, shoulders, and hamstrings. Not only does this pose provide a deep stretch, but it also strengthens the hands, wrists, and lower back.

Visualization is essential in meditation as it allows us to harness the power of our imagination. In this class 3 of the 4-class meditation series, you will learn to use visualization to help manifest your goals, enhance concentration, and deepen your connection with yourself and the present moment.

In the fifth class of our Beginners Yoga series, we delve into the practice of backbends, offering a deep stretch to the quads and hip flexors while opening up the shoulders and chest. Cobra Pose, in particular, offers many benefits, including improved spinal flexibility, strengthening of the back muscles, and enhanced posture.

Uncover the transformative power of your breath, the most fundamental tool in meditation. In this class 1 of the 4-class meditation series, we begin by exploring the breath's significance and how it anchors us in the present, quiets the mind, and fosters self-awareness. It also acts as a barometer for emotions, aiding regulation and balance.