Yoga

Most people think yoga is about achieving flexibility and strength through a series of poses. Yes, it does that for people of all ages, abilities, and levels of fitness. But yoga is an ancient practice of both mind and body. Furthermore yoga encompasses many different kinds of techniques suited for individual goals. It cleanses the mind and body. Some people feel while practicing it that they come closer to something spiritual and centered on their own inner state. Others feel a sense of community and shared group energy.

Yoga doesn’t require you to change religions or believe in anything new. It is a journey of mind and body discovery. Unlike many fitness options that are fast paced or focus on building isolated muscle groups one at a time, yoga has a flow that engages large parts of your body in stretching and strengthening. Many find that this practice releases habits of tension that may have been causing their bodies to clench up for a lifetime. Yoga can be very emotionally healing as we realign and relearn healthy breathing. Our American race to achieve often means we breathe shallowly or even hold our breath. This deprives us of oxygen and leaves us full of the carbon dioxide we should be exhaling. Just learning the mental quiet discipline and rhythmic breathing of yoga is a huge step forward in healthy living.

Saying that you’re not flexible enough to do yoga is like saying you’re too dirty to take a bath.  Even those recovering from accidents, those who are overweight, those who are elderly, and those who have other physical limitations can benefit. Good teachers modify suggested class poses to suit individual needs. Yoga is NOT about the poses, but about recognizing and transcending our self-imposed limitations. Jon offers individual consultations and classes. He can interact with your doctors or physical therapists for a better understanding of your goals and limitations. Jon leads classes locally at various locations.

I currently lead group classes as follows:

Sunday 12 noon,-Gleason YMCA, Wareham Ma.  Moderate yoga, Members free. (not July and August)—— Non-members this is still a DEAL! $12 day pass = class, access to pool, gym, steam, sauna, showers, etc.

I teach various workshops during the year so connect with Jon Leaver Wellness on Facebook and Instagram or send me a note to get on my email list.

Private therapy sessions are suggested and will be tailored to your specific needs and interests.
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