Andrea Drugay, Yoga Instruction and More in San Francisco
 
   
   

Restorative Yoga:

Relax deeply, and heal the effects of chronic stress

 

 

 

 

 

 

Private Restorative Yoga
A deeply relaxing yoga session that lasts 75 to 90 minutes, in the privacy of your own home or space of your choosing. With assistance from props such as blocks and bolsters, your body will be guided into fully supported positions that allow for deep relaxation, restoration, and renewal.

1 Private Restorative Yoga Session ~ $75
5 Restorative Yoga Sessions ~ $340 (10% off!)
10 Restorative Yoga Sessions ~ $675 (14% off!)

Reiki + Restorative Yoga ~ $95/session
A 90-minute healing session. Gentle touch Reiki allows for peace, serentiy, and wellness.

Benefits of Restorative Yoga:

  • Reduced stress and anxiety
  • Improved sleep
  • Improved spinal flexibility
  • Reduced fluid retention
  • Reduced blood pressure
  • Reduced brain arousal
  • Simultaneously stimulated and soothed organs
  • Deep feelings of balance and renewal

 

What is Restorative Yoga?

As explained by Judith Lasater, PhD., P.T., Restorative Yoga expert:

I often refer to restorative yoga poses as "active relaxation." By supporting the body with props, we alternately stimulate and relax the body to move toward balance. Some poses have an overall benefit. Others target an individual part, such as the lungs or heart. All create specific physiological responses which are beneficial to health and can reduce the effects of stress-related disease.

In general, restorative poses are for those times when you feel weak, fatigued, or stressed from your daily activities. They are especially beneficial for the times before, during, and after major life events: death of a loved one, change of job or residence, marriage, divorce, major holidays, and vacations. In addition, you can practice the poses when ill, or recovering from illness or injury.