STICK YOGA•Exploring Alignment

Teacher: Roché van den Berg
Duration: 90min (This class will be heated🔥)

In short, Stick Yoga helps to stabilise and support the body during yoga postures, making it easier to hold poses for a longer period. It can also help in achieving a deeper stretch and improving muscle relaxation.

Stick Yoga benefits:

1. Enhanced Alignment*: help practitioners maintain proper alignment in poses, reducing the risk of injury and improving the effectiveness of the practice.

2. Increased Stability*: Sticks provide additional support, making it easier to balance in challenging poses. This can be particularly beneficial for beginners or those with limited flexibility.

3. Deeper Stretch*: Stick Yoga can aid in achieving deeper stretches without straining the body. For example, a stick can assist in reaching further during forward bends.

4. Modifications for Accessibility*: The support of a stick can allow for modifications of poses, making yoga accessible for people of all ages and fitness levels, including those with injuries or physical limitations.

5. Improved Focus*: Using a stick can help practitioners concentrate on their breath and body awareness, leading to a more mindful practice.

6. Support for Relaxation*: A Stick is used to support the body in poses, promoting relaxation in certain muscle groups and deepening the inner dialogue between body and mind.

7. *Exploration of New Poses*: Sticks can enable practitioners to try new poses or variations they might not have been able to attempt without support.

Overall, incorporating sticks into yoga practice can enhance the experience, making it more inclusive, safe, and effective.