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Mmmmm.... this class is deliciously warm and cozy. Melissa lulls you into a state of deep relaxation, while gently opening the body and listening to the mesmerizing sounds of the ocean. Press play and get ready for this beautiful oceanside restorative yoga class to win you over.
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I keep coming back to this oldie but goodie,
Restore yourself with the soothing voice of Melissa!! A great class to do before bed.
Thank you Melissa! This was such a wonderful class I've returned to it three times in one week ( : perfect.
Such a luxurious relaxing restorative yoga session! Awesome.
My favorite class. It's incorporated into my fitness plan every two weeks. Thank you, Melissa.
Love this. Super juicy for the spine. 😍
I have tried, but I just don't love restorative yoga. It usually has too many props, which need continual adjustment, to be actually relaxing. And I don't need this level of relaxation until I'm lying in bed at night.
Amazing practice. Thank you, I really needed this one. The commentary resonated with me.
Thanks for the perfect day after recovery and restorative yoga class. The long postures really helped work out all the kinks. Namaste Melissa!
Yummy! Perfect for a damp wintry afternoon
Very relaxing, thank you Melissa!
Got my COVID booster yesterday so don't have much energy so this restorative class has really helped.
I think of this as my SPA YOGA class. There is something luxurious about this restorative session under Melissa's wonderful guidance. Thank you!
Spa yoga....yes this is a great way to describe it.
Amazing just what I needed! Please do a couple retreat again when COVID is over :)
I will be! I have booked with DYWM to go back to Mexico in January 2022. Fingers crossed it will be safe to travel then!
Thanks again.
Thanks Melissa. I'm so happy to see this, my favorite restorative practice, continued throughout this beginner to inter. program.
This restorative practice was nice timing after I did the first two practices focusing on neck and shoulders in this Beginner-to-Inter. program. Plus, it has always been my favourite restorative practice on DYWM.
I am new to yoga, 76 and a bit stiff. I enjoy practicing restorative yoga with Melissa, and she says to use pillows, blocks or other support several times, during twists or bends, underneath arms or legs that don’t make it flat onto the floor or bolster. Why is this important? I thought that I might eventually stretch into that posture if I did not support the hovering knees or shoulders by breathing into the stretch.
Great question! In Restorative Yoga we are encouraging deep relaxation in the body rather than a deep stretch with a lot of sensation. We use the bolsters and props to hold us and support us thus it doesn't feel like as big of a stretch as other yoga practices. If you like the slower classes but still want a deep stretch with more sensation you night try some of Nyk Danu's classes, she teaches Yin on DYWM. She also does a great job of explaining the difference between the two styles of yoga if you want to learn more! She monitors her comments as well if you want to chat with her. Hope this helps!
Thank you, Melissa! I will try Nyk's Yin Yoga for Beginners and let you know how it feels for me.
Thank you Melissa, Namaste.
Coming back again to this, my favourite, restorative practice. Thanks again.
What a great way to end this Ongoing Inter. Program.
Ahhhhhh - I needed that. Thank you
Thanks again Melissa.
thanks
Thanks again Melissa.
I keep coming back again to this great practice Melissa. I wish all restoratives were done on the beach or forest with the voice over pre-taped so that you can easily hear the teacher but also hear the waves and the birds.
I keep coming back to this practice. It's my favorite restorative practice I've found so far. Very sweet and cozy and nourishing. Thank you!
Thanks again Melissa. These practices are so great, especially during this COVID pandemic.
Thanks Melissa. I love the sound of the waves on the ocean side practices. This is bookmarked and I keep going back to it,
Thanks Melissa. This was a lovely video especially with the scenery and the sound of the waves in the background. It was great for helping me to calm down and centre myself during this crazy time we're all living in right now.
thank you dear Melissa, this is a beautiful so clearly guided and warm class, i used it today as part of an at home online retreat I'm attending - theres no movement guidance so of course I'm turning to you. thank you so much- soothing much needed at this difficult time. I wish you and yours safe and well, namaste Zoe (London, UK)
Hi there. I loved this one. I see this is an old video under the “old” name. I love the sound of the water on this. I wish all the restoratives had the sound of nature.
I think I’ve been overdoing it a bit with my practice as I have been experiencing some knee sensitivity. So I’m backing off and doing restorative videos until my knees feel better. Still hiking though, but rest assured I don’t sweat....
Looking forward to Salt Spring. Wouldn’t mind getting away in the summer to Victoria for a week long retreat. One or two day retreats just don’t justify flying down from Whitehorse, but a 5 to 7 day would be perfect for a girl like me.
Take care,
Hi MaryRose!
Nice to hear from you :)
I've (also) been overdoing it on my knee and am spending a lot more time than I would like at physio! But it's helping for sure.
I'm also looking forward to Salt Spring! It will be great to reconnect with you.
This class is so soothing and rejuvenating. Better than a nap!
Simply beautiful- I can finally hear silence in my mind and feel much awakened, yet calm.
Namaste Dhanyavaadah Cha.
Amazing! I feel 100% better than before!
Never done yoga before
What a beautiful class
Very relaxing class. I did it with my baby next to me and we both fell asleep by the end. I haven't done much yoga so this was a great introduction. I basically lied on the floor in different positions that stretched me out until I fell asleep.
Amazing stretch! Will visit this class many days to come.
Thank you, Melissa.
This practice released a spasming muscle in my shoulder girdle that was bothering me all night the night before last. I am on a sadhana for 365 days of yoga and yesterday was day 40. After pre-viewing the class, I intuitively felt it would help release and relax my body and mind. I waited all night to make sure it had really happened before sharing this comment that this practice brought me genuine healing. Thank you! Namaste from Ireland.
Thank you so much. Just what I needed on a sunny winter's day
Great class for PMS and after menstruation is over.
Thank you, Melissa....I wasn't sure what I needed this morning but this was definitely it! I feel calm and restored. One of the other comments spoke to me and I found that this class was perfect at this time (of month). Namaste. x
This was perfect for a slow yoga kind of morning. Cold and rainy outside, but cozy and stretchy inside. My mind feels much more settled and ready to tackle the day.
This class is perfect for a busy mom!