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Discover the calming and balancing practice of Nadi Shodana, also known as Alternate Nostril Breathing. This step-by-step guide walks you through this traditional breathwork technique, designed to harmonize the left and right sides of the brain, reduce stress, and enhance mental clarity.

Follow along to learn the simple hand positioning (Vishnu Mudra) and how to alternate your breath between nostrils. Perfect for grounding, calming the mind, or preparing for meditation.

Explore the Three-Part Breath, also known as the Yogic Breath, in this guided practice. This foundational breathing technique invites you to connect deeply with your breath by expanding through the belly, ribcage, and chest in a smooth, mindful flow.

I’ll guide you step-by-step, helping you cultivate calm, focus, and a deeper connection to your body. This practice is perfect for grounding, reducing stress, and enhancing your overall sense of well-being

Join me for a guided practice of the 4-7-8 Breath, a simple yet powerful breathing technique designed to calm your mind and relax your body.

This practice helps reduce stress, promote better sleep, and enhance focus by balancing your nervous system. I’ll walk you through each step of the breath cycle, making it easy to follow and incorporate into your daily routine. Perfect for moments when you need to pause, reset, and find a sense of calm.

Experience the calming effects of Box Breathing in this guided practice. This simple, structured breathing technique helps reduce stress, improve focus, and bring balance to your mind and body.

Together, we’ll practice this four-part breath—inhale, hold, exhale, hold—creating a steady rhythm that promotes relaxation and mindfulness. Perfect for grounding yourself during a busy day or finding calm in moments of stress.

Discover the power of Ujjayi Breath in this guided practice. Also known as the 'Victorious Breath,' this technique helps calm the mind, focus your energy, and create a steady rhythm for your practice.

I’ll guide you step-by-step through this gentle, soothing breathwork, helping you connect more deeply with your body and find a sense of inner peace. Perfect for reducing stress, enhancing mindfulness, or adding depth to your yoga practice.

This Strength & Growth flow class focuses on building strength—not just in your body, but in your mind as well.

Today’s practice combines moments of effort with moments of ease, reminding us that strength comes from both resilience and knowing when to soften. Each posture challenges your endurance while creating space for growth.

As you move, take time to reflect on how far you’ve come—celebrating both the strength you’ve built and the areas still unfolding. Strength grows with every breath.

This flow yoga session focuses on Integration & Connection. Through mindful breath and movement, you’ll explore how yoga can help create a deeper sense of connection with yourself and the world around you.

This practice invites you to move with intention and awareness, finding balance and harmony as you flow. Perfect for grounding and reconnecting, both on and off the mat.

In this flow class, we’ll focus on self-acceptance and compassion. Yoga isn’t about achieving a perfect pose or pushing beyond your limits; it’s about embracing where you are in your practice today and moving with kindness toward yourself. In this session, we’ll explore our edges, allowing ourselves to move mindfully and without judgment, trusting that wherever you are is exactly where you need to be.

Flow offers the chance to find a balance between effort and ease, inviting you to approach each movement with gentleness and respect for yourself. Release any need to force or strive, and let this practice be an opportunity to simply connect with your body and breath.

Welcome to our third flow class in the Bend Movement Club series!

This week, we’re taking the grounding and balance cultivated in our yin practice and bringing those qualities into our flow. Today’s session focuses on finding physical stability through standing and balancing postures, all while striking a balance between effort and ease.

In both yoga and life, balance isn’t about perfection; it’s about staying present and connected to your breath, even when things feel unsteady. Let your breath guide you through each movement, helping you create a sense of inner stability as you flow.

Welcome to our second flow class. Today, our focus is on "letting go and release. Flow yoga encourages us to move with ease, not just through our bodies but through whatever we’re holding onto—tension, stress, or emotions that no longer serve us.

In this practice, we’ll allow the breath to help us release as we move through each transition, inviting a sense of freedom and lightness with every flow. Today’s intention is simple: to let go—both physically and mentally—and create space for something new.

As we flow together, keep in mind the elements we’ve already explored:

Let your breath guide you, reminding yourself that each inhale brings in new energy, while each exhale offers a chance to release. As you flow, move smoothly, embracing ease over effort, and in each posture and transition, soften and let go—not just through your body, but through your mind—releasing anything that no longer serves you.

We’ll start with a gentle meditation to ground ourselves, followed by a sequence designed to help release tension and finish with our cool down and relaxation.

Join me for a soothing yin yoga session centred on Integration & Connection. In this practice, we'll bring together the key elements of breath, movement, awareness, and presence to create a deep sense of harmony within.

This is an opportunity to tune into your body and mind, noticing the subtle shifts and quiet insights that emerge as you slow down and connect with yourself. Let’s embrace the power of these simple practices and explore how they support us both on and off the mat.

This yin yoga practice focuses on cultivating strength and resilience in both body and mind. Through longer-held postures, we’ll explore how growth often comes not in leaps but in steady, subtle moments.

Yin invites us to pause and reflect, teaching patience and the ability to breathe through discomfort. By staying present and calm, we build a quiet inner strength that supports us on and off the mat.

This class is a gentle yet powerful way to nurture your strength, embrace growth, and find steadiness, one breath at a time.

In this session, our focus is on self-compassion and honouring exactly where we are in this moment. It’s easy to feel the pull to push ourselves or strive to be “better,” but this practice is a reminder that we are already enough. Whether this is your first class or you've practiced for years, let this be a space to step back and simply be.

Throughout the yin sequence, we’ll focus on gentle, restorative poses that invite you to release any expectations or self-judgments. As we hold each posture, give yourself permission to soften, noticing sensations without the need to change them. Use this time to offer yourself kindness and acceptance, tuning into your breath, and feeling grounded in each shape.

In this class, we’ll explore balance and stability, both physically and mentally. Life’s demands can often pull us in different directions, leaving us feeling scattered or unsteady. Today’s practice is an invitation to ground ourselves, creating a sense of stability as we find the balance between effort and ease.

Let go of the need for perfection and tune into how balance feels within your body. Balance isn’t about perfection—it’s about finding steadiness, even in moments of uncertainty.

Join me as we work toward feeling more centered and steady, on and off the mat.

Welcome to the second class of the Bend Movement Club! In this Intro to Flow session, I’ll guide you through the foundations of flow yoga, encouraging you to bend your own way. This class is all about connecting breath with movement in a way that feels natural to you.

You’re welcome to go at your own pace as we explore a series of postures designed to build strength, flexibility, and balance. Whether you’re new to yoga or just refining your practice, this session focuses on helping you move mindfully and with intention.

Start your day with a peaceful mind and a rejuvenated body with this Yin-inspired morning wake-up yoga session. In just 20 minutes, you'll stretch, relax, and awaken your muscles, setting a positive tone for the rest of your day.

Perfect for all levels, this class focuses on gentle holds and deep breathing to help you feel centred and energised.

Need a midday pick-me-up? Join me for a revitalising 20-minute yoga class designed to refresh your mind, body, and spirit. Perfect for squeezing into your busy schedule, this rejuvenating session focuses on gentle stretches, and calming breathwork to release tension and boost your energy levels. Whether you're at home or at the office, roll out your mat and join me as we reset and recharge together.

Relieve Sciatica Pain with Yoga - Join me for a rejuvenating yoga class designed specifically to alleviate sciatica discomfort. This session combines gentle stretches, targeted poses, and mindful breathing techniques to soothe nerve pain, improve flexibility, and promote overall wellbeing. Whether you're a beginner or experienced yogi, this class offers accessible movements tailored to ease sciatic nerve issues and restore balance to your body.

Important Note: Before engaging in yoga for sciatica, it's crucial to consult with a physician. In cases of acute phases or severe herniation, rest may be advisable. Typically, resting during the acute phase aids in reducing inflammation and preventing further damage. However, once this phase subsides, yoga can be beneficial in expediting healing and preventing future sciatic pain. Through correcting spinal alignment, strengthening local muscles, and alleviating tension in the piriformis muscle, yoga offers potential relief.

Welcome to this Gratitude Flow, a yoga experience designed to bring positivity and gratitude into your life. In this class, I encourage you to move slowly, embrace your unique flow, and bend your own way. Through gentle movements, mindful breathing, and meditation, you'll cultivate a sense of gratitude for your body and the present moment. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned yogi, this class is perfect for you.

Begin your yoga journey with confidence! Unsure where to start? Let experienced instructor Kristi Warden guide you through the essentials in "Yoga Basics." Regardless of your fitness & flexibility level, Kristi's straightforward approach ensures you feel at ease as you learn fundamental poses and establish a solid foundation on the mat. Get ready to kickstart your yoga practice and feel empowered from the very first session!

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