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In this class, we’ll use a foam roller and balls for targeted Myofascial Release (MFR) to open up the thoracic cavity, enhancing your breath capacity and ease. We’ll focus on releasing tension in the intercostal muscles, diaphragm, and psoas major, creating more space for optimal breathing. We’ll close the session with a calming 5-minute breathwork […]
Prolonged sitting creates stress and compression in the thoracic cavity, leading to restricted breathing patterns that can contribute to stress, insomnia, and even depression. While work-related stress is often blamed, posture plays a major role, too. In this class, we focus on freeing up the thoracic cavity by stretching the intercostal muscles and their fascia, […]
In this class the focus is the heart. By moving and stretching the area of the chest and the arms, we’re stimulating the energy flow around the heart. And in between, pausing to listen. As Khalil Gibran so beautifully puts it: “Accept the seasons of your heart, even as you have always accepted the seasons […]
Slowing the breath to just 6 breaths per minute has a powerful calming effect on the mind and heart, enhancing focus and inner balance. In this class, we’ll guide you through a 10-minute breathwork session using a 4-6 rhythm—inhale for 4 seconds, exhale for 6. By gently extending the exhale, we invite relaxation and clarity […]
The world around us is changing and becoming more challenging. News and social media constantly expose us to aggression and death, which can harden or close off our hearts. In this class, we focus on meditating on the heart, using pranayama, a mantra, and metta to open and soften it. Through these practices, we aim […]
In this acupressure class, we will cover several key points that help ground us and calm both the heart and the mind. Marcel will provide a thorough explanation of the locations of these acupressure points and demonstrate how to effetely apply pressure to them. this hands on guidance will ensure that you understand how to […]
This class is dedicated to nurturing the upper body, with special attention to the areas around the shoulders and ribcage. Through gentle, targeted movements, we aim to release tension, increase mobility, and create space in these often-overlooked areas. Whether you’re looking to ease tightness, improve posture, or simply invite a sense of openness and ease, […]
In this class, we dive into the practice of Sun and Moon Salutations, exploring a unique variation that may differ from the traditional sun salutation you’re familiar with. These flowing sequences are designed to honour the energies of both the sun and the moon, creating a harmonious balance between dynamic movement and mindful stillness. The […]
In this class, we focus on opening and releasing tension in the upper body. Through a series of gentle yin yoga poses, we target the tissues around the shoulders, encouraging flexibility and mobility in this often tight area. We also work on the muscles and fascia between the ribs, promoting a deeper sense of expansion […]
Join Marcel for a transformative session in Metta meditation, also known as Loving Kindness meditation. In this class, we’ll focus on cultivating compassion and warmth by sending positive energy and thoughts into the world. This practice encourages a deep sense of peace and connection, both within ourselves and with others, helping us nurture empathy and […]
This unique yoga class is perfect for anyone who wants to enjoy gentle movement and relaxation from the comfort of their bed. Ideal for those who may be bed-bound or simply prefer a cozy practice, this session combines yin poses to help release tension and calm the mind. Feel free to join even if you’re […]
In this class, we focus on targeting the glutes, specifically the piriformis muscle, and the hamstrings. By working on these muscle groups, we aim to release tension throughout the entire area. This approach helps in relaxing the piriformis muscle, which is crucial for alleviating pressure on the sciatic nerve. As a result, participants can experience […]
In this meditation session, we begin with focused breath awareness to center the mind and promote relaxation. As we progress, we guide you through a comprehensive body scan, where you will observe and acknowledge physical sensations throughout your entire body. This practice helps to enhance mindfulness, reduce stress, and increase bodily awareness. By the end […]
