Breathwork
Find below the variations in Breathwork classes you may find on the schedule at Yoga Moves.
HOLOSOMATIC BREATHWORK & STRETCH | with Smaragda
In this breathwork class, we start with some movement and stretching to ground ourselves. Then we tap into the wisdom our bodies hold. Our bodies are incredible storytellers, holding onto the wisdom of every joy and pain we’ve experienced. Even when our minds try to move on, our bodies remember and guide us. Trauma gets stuck in our bodies, at a cellular level. So, to heal fully, we need to pay attention to our bodies too.
Breathing is our link to our bodies and our inner selves. It helps us let go of stored-up and suppressed feelings and emotions. Guided by Smaragda, a trained Trauma-Informed Instructor, participants are encouraged to focus on their breath, allowing it to become deeper and more rhythmic. Through conscious connected breathing (CCB), individuals can access deep-seated, and suppressed emotions, facilitating their acknowledgment and eventual release.
With each breath, we honor how our minds and bodies are connected, finding peace and healing in the process.
You will discover the powerful connection between breathwork and positive change in your mind, body and life.
Breathwork is a powerful tool for deep, long-lasting transformation and improved well-being.
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BREATHWORK | STRETCH & RELEASE | With Alec
Are you ready to experience that you have more control over your own body & mind than you think? In this class we will start with some small movements/stretches to warm the body before the breathwork starts. This breathing exercise goes so deep that it lowers inflammation, boosts your immune system, gives you more energy and makes you feel great afterwards!
Breathwork can be intense and is not suitable for you if you have high blood pressure, panic attacks, epilepsy or if you’re pregnant. Previous experience in breathwork is not required, however do keep in mind that it can be confronting. We offer a supporting environment for whatever arises.
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Breathwork Benefits
Increased oxygenation at a cellular level.
Get better sleep and wake up feeling fresh, with more energy and motivation.
Become more resilient to stress.
Release tension and dissolve pain.
Activate your body’s innate self-healing abilities.
Regulate your nervous system.
Discover and align with your core truth and deeper mission.
Unleash natural feelings of inner peace, euphoric bliss and unshakeable confidence.
Preparation
Bring comfortable, layered clothing.
It's best not to eat 2 hours before the breathwork session.
Contraindications
Pregnancy, epilepsy, detached retina, glaucoma, uncontrolled high blood pressure, cardiovascular diseases (including prior heart attack), mental disorders, and a history of aneurysms in the immediate family.
People with asthma should bring their inhalers and consult with their primary care physician and the facilitator.