We are pleased to offer Gentle Somatic Yoga, with instructor Marian Postnikoff.

There will be six sessions, on Fridays, from 11:45-12:45 in the Big Room.

The dates are April 12 - May 17 and the cost is $37.50. 

We need a minimum of 8 participants, with a maximum of 20.

Registration is either here online or at the Office. 

No phone in registrations are allowed.

A description of the course, provided by Marion, is below.

Gentle Somatic Yoga® with Marian

Gentle Somatic Yoga® incorporates gentle movements, pranayama (breathwork), visualizations, and meditations to increase internal body awareness, and reset muscles to their optimal resting length. The restorative exercises, called Somatic Movement Flows®, are taken seated (most often on a chair), standing, and lying on the floor. Slow, mindful movements, rather than stretching, get to the root cause of muscular pain: the brain.

 Through brain to muscle re-education, you'll unwind from stiffness and postural imbalances that have occurred from habitual patterns of holding physical, emotional, and/or mental stress in your body. The benefits include improved posture, increased flexibility, reduced anxiety, and a sense of well-being.  

Marian began a Yin Yoga practice following knee surgery. The Somatic Movement Flows® incorporated in the class were so effective at releasing muscular tension, she began attending Gentle Somatic Yoga® classes.

Her desire to share this practice with others led her to complete GSY Level 1 and 2 teacher training with James Knight (2019/2020). 

Marian is also a BC Recreation and Parks Association certified Yoga Fitness Leader. Marian is known for her calm voice, clear instructions,sense of humour, and enthusiasm to help others discover the 'somatic buzz.'