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If you are new to Nia and Restorative Yoga with Linda, these streaming classes are free.  Share with anyone who you feel needs a little movement or peace in their lives during this period of social isolation.

So here is how it works.  It will be easier for you if you download the Zoom client for meetings for a desktop or laptop, or the app for phones and tablets.

Click here for the link to download the zoom client or the app

Then click on this link to bring to my website and the list of streaming classes

At my website, niawithlinda.com, you will want to click on the link for the class and time you are trying to join.  Otherwise you will be all alone!

If you have downloaded the client/app, the meeting will open automatically in that interface.

If you have not downloaded the app/client, it should open in a web browser.

You can join early and sit in the waiting room. No magazines but no doctors either.

I’ll leave the audio open till the class starts.  If I leave the audio on, it interferes with my audio and we can’t have that!  I’ll open it back up at the end.  If you need to get my attention, you can raise your hand.  It is an icon in the middle of the bottom of the screen.

If you need any techie help, call me  617-851-2738  or email me at contact@niawithlinda.com

Find a little space in your home and be prepared to move and have fun.

For Restorative Yoga, find some cushions, large books, yoga blocks, blankets, whatever you can use instead of bolsters and blocks.  We make it work.  For more information on Restorative yoga, check out my site, niawithlinda.com.  It is a lovely passive practice that gives the participant relaxation and calm. Who couldn’t use that right now.

Feel free to share these invitations to classes with anyone who needs it.

Love to all and stay healthy,

Linda Wilkes

Register Here

Join Abby Strauss-Malcolm 200-hour RYT, 750-hour CMT, in this workshop series designed to release myofascial tension throughout the body. Each session will hone in on a particular theme or targeted body part. You will leave each session feeling balanced, inspired and living better in your own body. 

Sessions meet Sundays, 2:30-4pm
January 17, February 21 & March 14
$30 Drop in/ $80 all 3
For each session you’ll need: a yoga block (or foam roller), two tennis or massage balls, and a blanket or large towel for padding. Softer balls are available for purchase at the studio.
 
1/17: Relax and Ease your Body
In this workshop we’ll drop into a space of self-study, discovering techniques to ease stress and unravel tension in the body. We’ll hit some of my favorite spots for a relaxing, feel good effect. Release and rejuvenate the feet, abdomen, diaphragm, low back, hips, and neck. The combination of self-massage through myofascial and trigger point release, alignment based movement and breath awareness relax the muscles, and downshift the nervous system. You’ll leave with a greater sense of freedom in your own skin, feeling balanced, inspired and living better in your own body.

2/21: Maximize Mobility in the Hips and Lower Body
Do you feel vague lower back, hip or even knee tension that you can’t quite pinpoint or stretch away? In this workshop we’ll drop into a space of self-study, discovering techniques to ease stress and unravel tension in the body. This sequence focuses on key transitional regions in the lower body that experience high friction or become stiff or fibrous. Mainly the outer thighs, IT band, lower calves, back of the pelvis and low back. You’ll leave with a greater sense of freedom in your own skin, feeling balanced, inspired and living better in your own body.

3/14: Free Your Side Body
Drop into a space of self-study, discovering techniques to ease stress and unravel tension in your side body. Release and refresh key transitional regions – those most subject to friction and stagnation – and feel the effect on your entire system. The combination of self-massage through myofascial and trigger point release, alignment based movement and breath awareness relax the muscles, and downshift the nervous system. You’ll leave with a greater sense of freedom in your own skin, feeling balanced, inspired and living better in your own body.

Register Here

Beginner Yoga Series with Sharon Esker
Four-week series, $80 Investment:
January 5, 12, 19, 26
Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30
Offered In Studio & Virtually

Whether you are brand new to yoga or wanting to reconnect to the basic fundamentals of your practice, you are welcome to attend this Beginner Yoga Series. Vinyasa yoga unites the body and the breath through the creative linking of postures (asanas). With down-to-earth, clear instruction and explanation, you will learn several postures and breathing practices most commonly used in a vinyasa-style yoga class. This series is designed to guide you in feeling more comfortable in your own body and provide you with a foundation to build a sustainable, personal yoga practice.
Workshop series includes 4 pre-recorded videos to guide you through Mindful Moments throughout your week to complement your practice.

Sunday, January 10
6:30-8:00pm
In Studio or Virtual
Register Here

Realign with your body, mind, and heart. Join Megan Ghirardi as we reintroduce our beloved Restorative Yoga Workshop. Release and unwind from the demands of day to day life. Restorative postures will allow the body-mind to settle into deep relaxation, unlocking your natural potential to heal from stress, and reconnect to your resilience and innate wholeness through stillness and breath. Studio props will be available, but bring your own eye pillow if you wish. Each studio participant will receive a single-serving of lavender and sesame oil for a nurturing self-massage (optional of course!) This workshop will leave you feeling energized, rejuvenated, and peaceful.

Holiday Hours : Monday 12/21-Thursday 12/24 11am-5pm

Christmas Sale Special 10% Ice Dyed Merchandise 20% off Snow Dyed Thermal Shirts (Smaller Sizes)

Enjoy extended hours this week and please check our Angel Wings Wellness Face Book Page for more pictures and videos.