In this practice we look at how we can use the foundations of our hands and feet to create a lightness to our practice, sourcing the ground for strength and support.
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Fiji gives clear and mindful instruction in this beautiful class. There are a few positioning tips that are so important to hear over and over. Fiji, thank you for your expertise that comes through in a way that gives me calm and confidence.
This is an excellent session. We truly enjoyed it. My wife and I sometimes have to take breaks in other sessions with extensive sun salutations because the flows cause dizziness. This one affords the opportunity to practice asanas without intensive sun salutations. Loved the sequence and the clear instructions. Thank you!
I love the attention to earth energy and grounding! Also the birds in the background are so nice. I was confused about the use of the block, though. I couldn't tell if it was for modifications of poses or purposeful for all of them. I found the block useful in some poses but downright distracting in others. But then, I'm one of those people who really doesn't like props unless it's specifically for modifications! I spend more time arranging the props for proper alignment than enjoying the pose.
Happy New Year to all that have joined in! Thank you for a wonderful class Fiji, I always love when the classes are outdoors and the birds are adding joyful noises. Great class... I'm not quite rising to crow, but something to work on for me.
A good start! I’d never tried coming into a headstand like this before, and it was much easier to feel stable this way. I learned something new! Thanks, Fiji!
I did a week of easy classes to reconnect after three years of hiatus due to shoulder injury. Grateful for muscle memory and body recovery. Slowly does it. Blessing the beginner in me again. Thank you!
Absolute great start to the challenge. As someone who has started to reconnect with their practice this sequence was just the right amount of challenging to get the heat going within.
I have been with DYWM for 6 months now and I’ am so grateful for this platform, the teachers, and the staff that help make it all possible.
Looking forward to some juicy poses/sequences in the following weeks.
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Fiji gives clear and mindful instruction in this beautiful class. There are a few positioning tips that are so important to hear over and over. Fiji, thank you for your expertise that comes through in a way that gives me calm and confidence.
sitting on the block was nice!
This is an excellent session. We truly enjoyed it. My wife and I sometimes have to take breaks in other sessions with extensive sun salutations because the flows cause dizziness. This one affords the opportunity to practice asanas without intensive sun salutations. Loved the sequence and the clear instructions. Thank you!
I love this class! Felt very grounded at the end. The chipping birds are a beautiful soundtrack. Thank you Fiji!
What a lovely practice, thank you.
I love the attention to earth energy and grounding! Also the birds in the background are so nice. I was confused about the use of the block, though. I couldn't tell if it was for modifications of poses or purposeful for all of them. I found the block useful in some poses but downright distracting in others. But then, I'm one of those people who really doesn't like props unless it's specifically for modifications! I spend more time arranging the props for proper alignment than enjoying the pose.
Such a great class. Thank you.
Nice sequence for rooting down and building strength, thank you so much!
This practice reminded me to draw energy from the earth to lighten up each pose!
This was a lovely way to reconnect with the power of rooting, and a lovely reminder of the rebound energy that brings us upwards. Thank you.
Thank you Fiji, wonderfully grounding class and the use of the block was excellent.
Great inspiration working with a block in many of the familiar poses, made it more easeful, in my case first thing in the morning. TY Fiji🌈
This was perfect, classic 30 minute Fiji practice, not too difficult, just right.
Thank you, great.
Perfect class for me this rainy, chilly evening. Haven’t heard birds sing like that since last spring.
Great way to get started in a new year!
Happy New Year Yogis. Thank you for this start to the new year.
Happy New Year to this global community! Thank you for creating a virtual space for us to ease gently and with strength into the new year, Fiji.
Happy New Year to all that have joined in! Thank you for a wonderful class Fiji, I always love when the classes are outdoors and the birds are adding joyful noises. Great class... I'm not quite rising to crow, but something to work on for me.
I, as well, am not quite rising to crow, but it's a good goal for the aging woman I am!
I love the outdoor classes. The nature sounds and sights are wonderful!
Excellent class to reflect and build physical and emotional strength
Great! Thanx. Beginning with new challenge here makes for going forward with a new enthusiasm in practicing. i love me my yoga! and DYWM
The focus on connection to Earth was wonderful on New Years Day. Thank you, Fiji!
Simply fantastic!
very nice. I especially enjoyed the setting and the birdsong
Thank u , loved it
A good start! I’d never tried coming into a headstand like this before, and it was much easier to feel stable this way. I learned something new! Thanks, Fiji!
great start to 2023
I really enjoyed this practice and the use of the block in poses. Thank you, Fiji
Great practice, thank you!
I did a week of easy classes to reconnect after three years of hiatus due to shoulder injury. Grateful for muscle memory and body recovery. Slowly does it. Blessing the beginner in me again. Thank you!
Deep bow and Namaste to all who are practicing this challenge!
Nice moves and very peaceful setting. A lot of words to make you be present.
Thank you. :). My favourite part was the savasana with birdsong. How lovely.
A perfect way to welcome a New Year and set intentions. Thank you!
Thanks for this terrific intro into our newest year!
Absolute great start to the challenge. As someone who has started to reconnect with their practice this sequence was just the right amount of challenging to get the heat going within.
I have been with DYWM for 6 months now and I’ am so grateful for this platform, the teachers, and the staff that help make it all possible.
Looking forward to some juicy poses/sequences in the following weeks.
Cheers!
With gratitude to Fiji, and thank goodness for muscle memory!
Thank you for the class, my dear Fiji! All the best to you in 2023 and looking forward to a new retreat in Europe this Year
Many thanks!
Thank you for a wonderful start to the new year.
Lovely start to the new year.