In this water-themed class, Crista helps you find compassion for yourself and others by drawing on the inspiration of lotus mudra. Incorporating challenging poses like handstand and cross-ankle crow, this class is perfect for those working at an advanced level. It be done as a stand-alone class or as part of Crista's 14-day challenge: The Elements.
Wonderful, creative flow. Great hip openers and I loved the message of compassion. It's worth doing more than once - it took me a minute to catch on to some of the sequences and they were worth it.
Thank you, Crista! This got to my tough spots - hips and quads. A real gems nd looking forward to doing agin (after I work through the element series!)
Usually I'm uncomfortable beyond Intermediate II level, so I was surprised that this was a fulfilling enjoyable class for me. I loved the interesting flowy flows and left out the the few difficult poses ( like handstand). Thank you for these beautiful movements.
I often don't choose the advanced classes, but Christa your way of teaching and presenting even the most challenging asanas is so playful and light that I didn't feel "out of my depth" even hopping into handstand :) thank you! Also loved the reminder "going all the way back does not make you a better person", so simple but so valuable as often we can take ourselves so seriously during asana practice! Thank you so much, feeling light and empowered!
Love this class! And guess what - I'm surprised, myself - but IIIII did the splits! At least on one side ^_^ and next time I'll do both. Thank you Christa!
That was a lot of fun! Really creative flows. I loved the peaceful warrior to rainbow warrior run so much. I'm feel like I am in between intermediate/advanced, and this class was right at my level. Thank you - will remember and recommend this one.
WOW- thank you so much What a great class. I was intimidated by the advanced description but Crista gives such wonderful directions and flow , I was amazed by what could be done and now feel incredible. Thank you for everything you do.
I have been a free member of this site for 2 years, and this class was the spark to finally get me to become a paying member! Crista, thank you for all of your wonderful classes, but especially this amazing, fun, challenging class! :)
Dear Crista, Thank you for this beautiful, challenging and inspired class. After a long day, I enjoyed this one very much. I feel peacefull, strong, stretched and happy :)
Wow! Thank you Christa! That was just wonderful. I really appreciated the lotus theme and your explanation at the end brought it all together. I value how you bring insight, wisdom, movement, breathe and humour to all of your classes. Thank you!
Powerful but creative practice.
Lots of ways to be creative.
Intermediates can do this practice.
Wonderful theme of the lotus flower and compassion during this practice.
I was a bit intimidated by the prospect of an Advanced class, and yet wanted to keep on with the challenge. It truly was the most peaceful and yet challenging class, I have done in a long time. Thank you for the words, the playfulness, the modifications, and grace for were we each are on the mat. Much gratitude to you and all at DYWM.
Felt like a goddess in heart -opener chair combination with one foot on block! I’m not there with crow and hand stands yet but was able to fully enjoy the openings this class brought thanks, Crista!
By far my favourite class of the series thus far. It pushed me just as much as I needed and now I feel retored and relaxed (not to mention proud of myself)!
I am new to DYWM after years on-line with a LA power yoga studio. This sort of class is just the change I realise I was looking for. It is the end of the week here, and the temptation to not get on the mat was strong. I have been going through some of the challenges, and after 2 short classes, this hour long one is next. I pushed through the temptation to find a different class, and am very glad that I did. I am very pleasantly weary and nicely chilled. Very good thanks.
Pure Lotus Magic! I tried to avoid this class all day but after completing it I feel all shiny and new! This is one of my all time favorite DYWM classes!!
Deep stretches and fun poses. Yoga the Crista way, joyful and challenging. Thanks to Crista, I can enjoy pastries, as her classes make me work hard and the rewards are nice.
Before beginning, I wondered whether I'd manage an hour-long advanced class - but as ever, Crista carries the class along with her joy, ease and modifications. The ending was exquisite with the bird singing and calm water lapping in the background - so appreciate how you film outdoors. Namaste and gratitude x
This was a lovely class. When I started this challenge I was very unsure. I am used to ther instructors and found Crista's pace too fast and, if I'm honest, I found Crista too vocal and too "chirpy"! But I decided the point of a challenge was to be challenged so I kept going. Now, only three classes in, I love Crista's pace and I love Crista's enthusiam and positivity! So glad I kept going. Thank you Crista for challenging my thinking!
Loved this practice. It is intermediate to advance however there are modifications for various levels along the way. The lotus flower theme is wonderful and so appropriate for this time of the year and as we go into 2020.
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Thank you, Crista!
Favorite class on DYWM so far! Thank you Crista :)
Wonderful, creative flow. Great hip openers and I loved the message of compassion. It's worth doing more than once - it took me a minute to catch on to some of the sequences and they were worth it.
I am so enjoying this series, Crista. My body mind and spirit thank you.
Thank you, Crista! This got to my tough spots - hips and quads. A real gems nd looking forward to doing agin (after I work through the element series!)
Usually I'm uncomfortable beyond Intermediate II level, so I was surprised that this was a fulfilling enjoyable class for me. I loved the interesting flowy flows and left out the the few difficult poses ( like handstand). Thank you for these beautiful movements.
I often don't choose the advanced classes, but Christa your way of teaching and presenting even the most challenging asanas is so playful and light that I didn't feel "out of my depth" even hopping into handstand :) thank you! Also loved the reminder "going all the way back does not make you a better person", so simple but so valuable as often we can take ourselves so seriously during asana practice! Thank you so much, feeling light and empowered!
I had a big smile on my face all the way through this class, I so enjoy Crista's way of teaching, with so much joy and energy! Wonderful!
Love this class! And guess what - I'm surprised, myself - but IIIII did the splits! At least on one side ^_^ and next time I'll do both. Thank you Christa!
That was a lot of fun! Really creative flows. I loved the peaceful warrior to rainbow warrior run so much. I'm feel like I am in between intermediate/advanced, and this class was right at my level. Thank you - will remember and recommend this one.
Loving every minute of it.
I loved this class and your enthusiasm. So happy to discover it, I will come back again and again. Namaste!
WOW- thank you so much What a great class. I was intimidated by the advanced description but Crista gives such wonderful directions and flow , I was amazed by what could be done and now feel incredible. Thank you for everything you do.
Beautiful class, I love your teaching! Nature sounds and backdrop are especially appreciated now xoxo
Your classes are so creative and fun! Thank you Christa ^_^ this one in particular is both challenging and nurturing. Lovely!
I have been a free member of this site for 2 years, and this class was the spark to finally get me to become a paying member! Crista, thank you for all of your wonderful classes, but especially this amazing, fun, challenging class! :)
Dear Crista, Thank you for this beautiful, challenging and inspired class. After a long day, I enjoyed this one very much. I feel peacefull, strong, stretched and happy :)
Excellent! One of the best mixes of advanced poses, creativity, balance and fun I've ever taken in a class. <3 <3 <3
AMAZING!
Wow! Thank you Christa! That was just wonderful. I really appreciated the lotus theme and your explanation at the end brought it all together. I value how you bring insight, wisdom, movement, breathe and humour to all of your classes. Thank you!
Powerful but creative practice.
Lots of ways to be creative.
Intermediates can do this practice.
Wonderful theme of the lotus flower and compassion during this practice.
I was a bit intimidated by the prospect of an Advanced class, and yet wanted to keep on with the challenge. It truly was the most peaceful and yet challenging class, I have done in a long time. Thank you for the words, the playfulness, the modifications, and grace for were we each are on the mat. Much gratitude to you and all at DYWM.
Absolutely amazing class
Felt like a goddess in heart -opener chair combination with one foot on block! I’m not there with crow and hand stands yet but was able to fully enjoy the openings this class brought thanks, Crista!
Loved this class, one of my favorites on the website so far. Thank you.
Amazing class!! Challenge and compassionate, thanks Crista ;) I loved it
By far my favourite class of the series thus far. It pushed me just as much as I needed and now I feel retored and relaxed (not to mention proud of myself)!
I am new to DYWM after years on-line with a LA power yoga studio. This sort of class is just the change I realise I was looking for. It is the end of the week here, and the temptation to not get on the mat was strong. I have been going through some of the challenges, and after 2 short classes, this hour long one is next. I pushed through the temptation to find a different class, and am very glad that I did. I am very pleasantly weary and nicely chilled. Very good thanks.
Pure Lotus Magic! I tried to avoid this class all day but after completing it I feel all shiny and new! This is one of my all time favorite DYWM classes!!
Deep stretches and fun poses. Yoga the Crista way, joyful and challenging. Thanks to Crista, I can enjoy pastries, as her classes make me work hard and the rewards are nice.
Beautiful and deep practice, offered creatively & compassionately by Crista.
So glad I went for it and played with challenges - compassionately.
Before beginning, I wondered whether I'd manage an hour-long advanced class - but as ever, Crista carries the class along with her joy, ease and modifications. The ending was exquisite with the bird singing and calm water lapping in the background - so appreciate how you film outdoors. Namaste and gratitude x
This was a lovely class. When I started this challenge I was very unsure. I am used to ther instructors and found Crista's pace too fast and, if I'm honest, I found Crista too vocal and too "chirpy"! But I decided the point of a challenge was to be challenged so I kept going. Now, only three classes in, I love Crista's pace and I love Crista's enthusiam and positivity! So glad I kept going. Thank you Crista for challenging my thinking!
Amazing!! Crista's transitions are always so creative and playful.
wow what a beautiful practice. So many things that are new to me but all working seamlessly together. So much grace in your presentation. Thank you.
this was a really good class,, more movement but still lots of room to grow the practice, great modifications, thanks for a new series!
Fantastic class -flows beautifully while enjoying the lotus mudra and mantra. Can’t wait for the rest of the series!
These classes are part of a 14-day challenge that will be launched for the 2020 new year. We will be launching three in total. Stay tuned!
Ok, so I see that there's a day 3 and a day 7. Am I missing the rest of them somewhere?
Loved this practice. It is intermediate to advance however there are modifications for various levels along the way. The lotus flower theme is wonderful and so appropriate for this time of the year and as we go into 2020.