Yoga Tree

How you begin your practice can shape the whole experience. A simple ritual signals to the body and mind that it is time to slow down. It creates a moment of transition from everyday life into a quieter space. This does not need to be elaborate. It might mean rolling out your mat with care. Dimming the lights. Lighting a candle. Sitting for a moment with one hand on the chest and one on the belly. Anything that helps you arrive. You could choose a phrase to hold in mind. Something like: “I am...

Every day feels different, so it makes sense that our yoga practice does too. At The Yoga Tree, we offer both Gentle Flow and Dynamic Flow classes, each with a unique rhythm and focus. Gentle Flow  is soft, slow and supportive. The movements are steady and mindful, with plenty of time to connect with how the body feels. It can help with easing tension, improving mobility and calming the nervous system. This style is wonderful for beginners, for those returning after a break, and for anyone...

Breath is the first thing we do when we arrive in this world, and it stays with us through every moment of our lives. Yet it is often the very thing we forget when life becomes full or stressful. In yoga, the breath is our anchor. It helps us come back home to our body. When we pay attention to our breath, we begin to notice how we are feeling. A rushed breath can tell us that the mind is busy. A shallow breath can show that our body is holding tension. Slowing the breath invites the nervous...