This is one of my favorite types of practices - I call it SolaLuna to reflect that it is equal parts Solar or dynamic energy and Lunar or receptive energy. It's an embodied experience of the union of polarities or seemingly opposite energies.
We build to a strong crescendo with standing, core and balance poses and then take it down and settle into sweet hip openers and a supported inversion.
Suggested props are 2 blocks (or large books) and a strap, belt or towel.
Up Next in October 2025 Practices
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Heart's Desire
This is a shoulder and chest focused practice with the intention of not only stretching and strengthening these parts of your body but also cultivating the energies of courage and open-heartedness.
Through shoulder mobility, chest expansion, core fortification and a final backbend, we’ll leave f...
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Awake & Alive
This is great for a morning yoga practice or any time of day that you want a little boost.
It’s joint friendly with a lot of room to find what’s just right for you and has just a bit of core activation to stoke your inner fire.
Let’s get you feeling awake and alive!
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Inner Light
This is a practice of both celebrating and re-dedicating yourself to your inner light. Both stoking the flames and knowing when to take the rest that sustains your capacity for your heart’s brilliance.
Steady standing pose flows and accessible backbends are like polishing the lens through which ...
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