MY Class and workshop Schedule

How to Register for Classes

I currently teach public classes Circle Yoga in Washington, DC. You can register for my classes in person at any of the studio or online. I will be teaching at Circle until the end of August, and then I am taking a step back from regularly-scheduled, in-studio classes.

I occasionally teach online classes, as well as guide classes and workshops at festivals and retreats, so be sure to check back here for the latest scheduling updates and additions.

What is Yin Yoga?

Yin Yoga is the opposite of more active Yang practices of yoga, such as Vinyasa flow, Power, Rocket, Birkram, etc.. It is a is slow-paced, targeted practice. The goal of Yin Yoga is to access joints, connective tissues, and bones, rather than muscles. It promotes mobility and suppleness of the joints, fascia, and connective tissue. The practice of Yin involves moving into various poses and holding them for a short period — usually 3-5 minutes per pose. Instead of using active muscle strength to move through or hold in a pose, as you would in a Yang practice (Vinyasa Flow, Rocket, etc.), in Yin you are asked to move to the point of resistance in a pose and then release. The depth in each posture will gradually become deeper with time — whether that’s during class or over days, weeks, or months. Yin offers a balance to a regular Yang practice or physical activities. Yin and Restorative Yoga are similar in that they are slow-paced practices, almost entirely performed seated on the mat. Yin Yoga classes typically feature a verbally-guided teaching style without the use of hands-on assists during postures. Teachers in Yin Yoga will usually offer modifications, options, and suggest the use of props to help students move toward the targeted joints and connective tissue of each posture. Yin Yoga is a practice suitable for all levels — from first-time yogis to experienced practitioners. No yoga experience is needed and all levels are welcome. There is no prescribed attire for Yin Yoga, but you will want to wear comfortable clothing that won’t restrict or bind your movement. We will be moving into postures that will stretch, and turn your tissues, ligaments, and joints, so you’ll want to wear clothing that allows for the free movement and bending of knees, hips, elbows, shoulders, etc.

What is Yoga Nidra?

Yoga Nidra is a centuries-old meditation practice, often referred to as yogic sleep though going to sleep is not the intent of the practice. Through the use of breath awareness, body scanning, healing music, and imagery, you are invited in the practice to simply become aware of your experience and sensations without needing to change or fix anything. This is a meditation where there is truly nothing for you to do but "notice" — supporting you in feeling empowered and whole just as you are. Additionally, experiencing this practice can feel like two to three hours of deep rest to your body.

Typically you will experience this practice lying down on a mat, covered with a blanket and eye mask (if desired) and supported with bolsters. It can also be experienced sitting up, if lying down is too uncomfortable. All you have to do is lie down and listen. No yoga or meditation experience is needed, and all levels are welcome. No special apparel is needed or required, but I would suggest wearing something comfortable.

What is Restorative Yoga?

Restorative yoga is a gentle practice that promotes rest and relaxation. The practice allows us to counter our overused stress response and triggers and resets the body's recovery system. You will relax in poses, with the aid of props (blocks, bolsters, blankets, straps), comfortably and eliminate chronic and/or habitual muscle tension, strain, and even pain. The aim is to settle into a place where you can achieve physical, mental, and emotional relaxation. Restorative yoga classes are slow paced. You will be set up in each pose for an extended period — as long as 10-20 minutes. This amount of time allows for the triggering of the parasympathetic nervous system, which promotes a relaxation response and stimulates rest and repair throughout your body. The parasympathetic nervous system is responsible for slowing your heart rate and breath and increasing blood flow and counters the tension and stress experienced when we are in flight or fight mode. No yoga experience is needed and all levels are welcome. There is no prescribed attire for Restorative Yoga, but you will want to wear comfortable clothing that will promote comfort and ease while you're in relaxing postures.