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Find connection, integration and total health through your yoga practice
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"Olynda is a master yoga instructor who teaches with a level of consciousness that's unusually warm and wise. She also has the ability to challenge you to go beyond your felt limit - without you realizing you've surpassed what you thought you could do, while making you laugh."
Miriam Schuman, NC
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Yoga: Align and Connect
September - November (11 classes)
No class November 13 or 27
9-10:15AM
@ The Trees, 1701 Pleasant Green, Durham, NC
& Live Stream / Recorded
These weekly classes will support us as we release, relax, re-pattern and re-connect. As we move through our practice we'll do the deep work of investigating old patterns of body and mind and replacing ones that aren't serving us. In each class you can expect clear and detailed alignment instruction. This is a perfect session for those new to yoga, and for seasoned yoga students who wish to go deeper into the principles of alignment.
We'll take the entire season to go from feet to head - one part at a time. As we go we'll pay close attention to how deeply interconnected the parts of our bodies are. And, of course, how deeply interconnected our bodies are with the other layers of our being (mental, emotional, energetic etc.) I will bring in philosophy, poetry, mindfulness, science and more as we work to shift towards more easefulness, vitality, wisdom and joy.
Self-Sliding scale - so more can access this practice!
Suggested rate for drop in will be between $10-$30 per class.
Suggested rate for all 11 classes (if you prefer to pay all at once) is $77 - $330.
Space is limited. Email Olyndasmith@gmail.com to register.
December Yoga: Nervous System TLC
December 4th, 11th and 18th
9-10:15AM
@ The Trees, 1701 Pleasant Green, Durham, NC
For these three mornings in December we will focus on practices that help us stimulate our parasympathetic nervous system. This is the aspect of our nervous system that allows us to rest, digest, heal and connect. It's an opportunity to shift out of the fight/flight/freeze we often find ourselves in.
We'll have an active asana practice, chock full of movement designed to help us move out of stress response and into rest. We'll follow this up with restorative poses and a short Yoga Nidra. Yoga Nidra is an invaluable practice as we work to decrease our stress and increase our rest and healing. It is a perfect way to replenish and rest for these darker days that often bring with them a season of "doing" instead of replenishing.
These classes are lovingly offered on a self sliding scale.
A suggested range is $10-$30 per class.
You can pay for all at once to secure your spot.
You can join virtually if needed!
Register through the link or by emailing me at olyndasmith@gmail.com
Photo by Katrina of Fifty Two Hundred Photo
Special Holiday class!
Friday after Thanksgiving
November 27th
10-11:30am
@ The Trees: 1701 Pleasant Green Dr. Durham, NC
Come connect with community, enjoy a full body practice and exhale after Thanksgiving Day! In the beautiful setting of The Trees, we will take a moment to recenter ourselves through a deep and playful sequence. As always, I'll offer plenty of options for you to find just what you need on this holiday morning. All levels are welcome, even newcomers. While we will practice in the indoor space of The Trees, we will be able to gaze out into the surrounding woods through the enormous windows. The setting, sequence and intention of our time together will help you leave feeling grounded, replenished and still tuned in to the power of gratitude.
Self Sliding scale, suggested $15 - $35
Email me Olyndasmith@gmail.com or register though the link on this page.
Private Classes
Private classes are for one person or a group. The class is tailored to your level and needs and held when and where you like!
Private classes are ideal for you if:
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You wish to take your practice to a deeper level.
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You are new to yoga.
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You are working with chronic pain, an injury or illness in the body.
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You have limited time.
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You are working on a specific goal.
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Your group would like something just for them!
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