Restorative Yoga is a type of therapeutic yoga whose purpose is to rest the nervous system. It is done through soft and passive asanas (postures), peaceful and relaxed, designed so that the muscular chains of our body loosen up, and the mechanisms of relaxation are awakened.

One of the main characteristics of restorative yoga is that the postures are maintained for a long time, paying attention to free and natural breathing, with the idea of making it easier to  of the muscles and the agitated mind.

In these yoga sessions, the body and nervous system rest deeply, decreasing levels of restlessness and stress. On a physical level, the practice focuses mainly on the spine with movements in various directions such as torsions, flexions and soft extensions, opening and stretching areas of the body, in general, highly punished by bad postural habits. On a mental level, it becomes a practice of efficient attention to the present, that is, a meditative practice through the body and breathing.

 

In this type of yoga, floor postures (lying down and sitting) prevail, inverted postures less frequent, always assisted to facilitate their prolongation, and effortlessly receive the magical benefits of being against gravity.

Another of the qualities of this type of yoga is the innovative use of supports or elements that make restorative yoga a true oasis of relaxation. The supports to be used are yoga blocks, blankets, belts, cushions and a special support called a kind of elongated cushion of firm consistency, in various sizes to securely hold or rest on, as the case may be. The idea of the support is to remove the effort from the postures, and at the same time literally abandon ourselves on it.

Indicated for all people without exception. The practice includes 50 minutes of asanas and 10 minutes of relaxation, meditation and aromatherapy.