Enjoy the Benefits of Yoga

Have you wanted to take a yoga class but were worried that you couldn’t get into all the poses or up and down from the floor? Are you self-conscious practicing yoga in a group? Or have you lost your practice through the years and would like to return to it now in your later years?

Whether you are experienced in yoga or new to yoga practices, Cristie Newhart will help you discover that you can enjoy a strong yet gentle yoga practice enabling you to further embody the wisdom that comes in the elder years.

In this workshop, you will learn:

• Effective breathing techniques to help you strengthen focus, mindfulness, and energy
• Simple, supported, and smooth ways to move from seated to standing, remaining stable and relaxed as you move
• Balancing and other postures that focus on what older bodies need, including movements that support joint health, increased flexibility, and pain relief
• How to listen to and know your body better, discerning what your body would love to do while gently accepting its physical limitations and realizing its infinite capacity to engage in yogic practice
• A practice you can do at home that will help you gain confidence in yoga classes
• A deeper understanding of yoga beyond its physical practice

It is a privilege to be older and fun to be challenged at any age. Come to this workshop and become part of the growing community of elders who enjoy the benefits of yoga.