September 20 & 21 ~ Backbends: Opening to the Unknown

12:30 - 5:30 PM

$199

From the moment we're born, our attention and our bodies move forward. We reach, grasp, crawl, and walk into the world ahead of us. But in doing so, we often forget the back body, the unseen terrain that supports us. Over time, our front bodies—home to the heart, lungs, and belly—become protective, guarded, and contracted, especially in response to grief, fear, or stress.

In this weekend workshop, we turn toward the bold and expansive world of backbends—postures that challenge our physical patterns and our emotional habits. These poses ask us to expose the most tender part of ourselves: the front body. And in doing so, they help awaken courage, clarity, and joy.

Together, we will:

· Explore the biomechanics of healthy, sustainable backbends

· Build strength and stability in the legs, back, and shoulders

· Develop flexibility and openness in the chest, spine, and hip flexors

· Use breath and awareness to soften fear and cultivate enthusiasm

· Learn how to modify or deepen backbends depending on your needs

Whether you’re new to backbending or looking to refine your practice, this workshop will offer both foundational techniques and deeper insights. You'll leave feeling energized, more upright in posture and spirit, and with a renewed sense of openness—physically and emotionally.

ALL PAYMENTS ARE REFUNDABLE TO FORM OF PAYMENT IF CANCELLATION REQUEST IS RECEIVED MORE THAN 7 DAYS IN ADVANCE. NO REFUNDS INSIDE OF 7 DAYS, BUT PAYMENT MAY BE APPLIED TO NEST CREDIT IN SOME CIRCUMSTANCES.