MISSION STATEMENT
Having disabilities myself I can relate to the challenges that come with recovery & the difficulties faced when acclimating to a disability. I aim to provide a safe, secure, supportive, educational, and accessible environment that allows students of all ages, body types, and abilities to experience the benefits of a personal movement & mindfulness practice.
My invisible disabilities motivate me to provide a space where everyone can feel safe to explore the connection between their body & breath.
SANKALPA or INTENTION
Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu
May all beings everywhere be happy & free & may
the thoughts, words, & actions of my own life
contribute in some way to that happiness & to that freedom
for all.
Ahimsa
Ahimsa is the first of Patanjali’s Yamas. Yama means “restraint” in Sanskrit. In yoga philosophy, the Yamas are those things we should refrain from doing.
Ahimsa is directly translated as “non-violence”. We can also understand Ahimsa to mean non-harm, compassion, mercy, peace, and love toward all beings. All beings includes you too!
I incorporate Ahimsa into my daily yoga practice and teaching philosophy by utilizing a chair to practice from. I aim to keep it a central focus for my community and private class offerings as well.
Being able to practice yoga without fear of further injury or strain on my already limited body has been such a blessing. I now want to share that blessing and the application of Ahimsa in this way with anyone interested.
“Ahimsa is not mere negative non-injury. It is positive, cosmic love. It is development of a mental attitude in which hatred is replaced by love. Ahimsa is true sacrifice. Ahimsa is forgiveness. Ahimsa is Sakai (power). Ahimsa is true strength.” -Sivananda
Frequently asked questions
What is Chair Yoga?
Chair Yoga is yoga practiced from a chair. We keep our bottoms in the chair the entire practice. The chair is not used as a prop. It is essential to the practice just as the ground is to a standing practice. The chair provides stability & a safe, grounded place to move from.
Who is Chair Yoga for?
Rooted Oak Chair Yoga class offerings are specifically designed for people with disabilities, those recovering from injury or surgery or anyone new to a yoga practice. Of course, all are welcome!
What Do I Need to Practice Chair Yoga?
A sturdy chair that can support your shifting body weight. Preferably a chair without arms attached. For safety reason no chairs with wheels please! Identifying a quiet place you can practice in regularly where interruptions can be limited is helpful. A bottle of water or cup of tea for hydration during practice. The following items are not a must but can provide some enhancement to your practice. Yoga blocks or two similar sized books. A yoga strap, belt, or neck tie. A pillow, yoga bolster &/or blanket.
What are the benefits of Chair Yoga?
Benefits of Chair Yoga & Mindfulness Include:
Stress and anxiety relief
Relief from pain & muscle spasms
Improved posture & balance
Increased strength & flexibility
Embodiment or an improved awareness of bodily sensations
Enhance rehabilitation
Opportunity for muscle activation/memory
Subtle body activation/awareness
A sense of community
Why Sliding Scale Pricing?
In an effort to provide a more accessible yoga studio, sliding scale pricing is used with the intention of not excluding anyone from participating in class. No one wanting to join a class for the opportunity to find peace in their body will be turned away due to lack of funds. Please reach out & we will do our best to arrange a scholarship. When you pay the 3rd tier price or more on the sliding scale at least $5.00 goes to providing these scholarships/discounts to others.
Tiered Pricing for a Single Drop In Class:
$10.00
-If you are disabled
-A single parent &/or full time student
-Living on financial assistance
$15.00
-Are actively repaying debit
-Can afford to travel
-Have employer health insurance
$25.00
-If you own your own home
-Have investment and retirement funds
-Would like to contribute to another’s opportunity to attend class
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