Aanaa Yoga | Specialties

Specialties

Breath & Meditation

Pranayama, or breath work, is my passion. And if breath work is one side of the coin then meditation is the other. Together they are one of the keys to better health. Anxiety, worry, high blood pressure and insomnia are just a few common issues that can be helped just by changing the way you breathe and how you focus our thoughts. Once you learn a few simple techniques you can take them anywhere and use them anytime. They're sure to be a game changer.

I am available to incorporate breath and meditation into a private or group class as well as a workshop setting.

” I will consider all your works and meditate on all your mighty deeds.” Psalm 77:12

Yoga for Scoliosis

Pre-teens and Teens and their parents are often surprised and worried by a scoliosis diagnosis and have so many questions. Adults with scoliosis are familiar with discomfort and can often feel there are few solutions and anticipate a life with pain and a worsening of their curve. Yoga is a less common talked about solution that works.

By addressing your specific curve we work together for curve reduction, de-rotation, elongation and strengthening the muscles that support the spine. Together, we choose postures specifically for your curve. Next, breath work is added to reduce tension and promote relaxation. Breath and postures together are the key!

My goal is to work with you until you have a better understanding of how to properly use the prescribed postures and breathwork on your own - that way you are empowered to practice when and where you want, alleviating the discomfort when it arises. You will have the tools when you need them. Yoga for scoliosis is a wonderful alternative to a healthier spine.

Sessions include personalized photos with instructions.

The Great Yoga Wall

The Great Yoga Wall is the ultimate prop. Used in the Iyngar tradition to support the student in many postures, it is an amazing tool. The Great Yoga Wall is a way to safely practice inversions, which are wonderful for relieving pressure from the spine, especially for those who have Scoliosis. This prop allows you to hang upside down without putting pressure on your neck. This is very important for those that have spondylosis in their necks or you may not feel comfortable coming into a headstand.

So many of my students have reported the feeling of relief from a tight back after practicing on the Wall.