Rest & Restore Specialty Class

Where: Nectar Yoga, Bowen Island

When: 7:00 – 9:00 pm on October 29, 2023

Event Overview

Investment: $60
*all payments are non-refundable and non-transferable

REST & RESTORE
A specialty class for those needing a little R&R.

Step into the rejuvenating embrace of the Nectar Yoga dome, where a tranquil healing space awaits you. Your journey commences with a gentle yin movement practice, designed to target the layers of your connective tissues. Accompanied by pranayama, this movement practice acts as a catalyst, coaxing your mind and body into a state of relaxation.

Transitioning seamlessly from the movement practice, you will be led through a Yoga Nidra meditation. Often referred to as Yogic Sleep, Yoga Nidra possesses the ability to cradle the mind in an innate, euphoric awareness. This meditation holds the power to dissipate any residual stress or anxiety that may linger within your physical and spiritual being.

To conclude the meditation allow the harmonious resonance of crystal singing bowls to envelop you in their soothing embrace. Afterwards take a moment to savor this serene space as you enjoy a cup of herbal tea, adding an extra layer of tranquility to your journey of restoration and relaxation.

Guiding this practice is Alyra Hudson, a 500hr RYT Nectar Yoga instructor.  Through her expertise, she extends an invitation to embrace a moment of respite, allowing you to step away from the demands of a bustling life.

What’s Included:

• An introduction and group introduction

• A curated yin yoga practice

• A 30-minute guided yoga nidra meditation

• A 30-minute crystal bowl sound bath

• Closing herbal tea

Items to bring:

• Journal

• Pen

About Sound Baths

A typical bath involves a person immersing themselves in the medium of water, a sound bath attempts to envelop a person in the medium of sound. In most cases, the bath involves singing bowls, which are instruments made out of metal or crystal that create a resonant tone (much like a bell) when a practitioner strikes them.

Sound baths convey an immersive sound that fills the entire room and the bodies within the space, transmitting sound waves throughout the entire body, including memories and sensations stored in the cells. The resonance activates both theta, alpha, and gamma brain waves, states that are associated with relaxation, the letting go of mental and physical stress, and emotions relating to wellbeing and compassion.

Other Resources

* Le Scouarnec RP, Poirier RM, Owens JE, Gauthier J, Taylor AG, Foresman PA. Use of binaural beat tapes for treatment of anxiety: A pilot study of tape preference and outcomes. Altern Ther Health Med. 2001. January; 7(1), 58–63. [PubMed] [Google Scholar]

Parking

• Parking is very limited so please come early + carpool if possible.

Investment

In-person offering: $60
Limited spaces available