Yoga Tune Up®
A therapeutic, yoga-inspired class that eases pain, improves posture, and enhances sports performance.
A big part of a Yoga Tune Up® class is guided self-massage (self-myofascial release/SMR) with therapy balls, which release tension in the nervous system and the body’s fascia system.
Yoga Tune Up® is a restorative and regenerative class, with periods of challenge and rest. It’s for students of all ages and body types, and meets each student exactly at their personal edge.
Classes also can include yoga, pranayama, corrective exercise, strength-building exercises and other techniques to holistically balance the body with mobility in the joints, and downregulation of the nervous system.
Are you in pain? A busy parent? An athlete or weekend warrior? Do you want to move well for a lifetime? Therapy ball and Yoga Tune Up®-inspired classes are for you!
Yoga Tune Up® classes incorporate movement, strength, somatics, pranayama, and a focus on fascia. We prioritize a commitment to self-care and a mindset that encompasses holistic wellbeing.
Gwen has worked closely with Yoga Tune Up® founder Jill Miller. Jill is a long-time yogi who was instrumental in the fusion of yoga, fitness, massage, and pain management. Gwen often assists Jill at workshops and trainings—most recently at 2019 SYTAR in Newport Beach.
Online Yoga Tune Up®-based group classes are held Tuesday mornings from 9:30am - 10:40am PST via Zoom.
Embodied Anatomy, Physiology and Movement for Yoga Teachers
This course includes carefully curated movement that enables students to form deep connections between anatomy and the practice of yoga. Including movement into the curriculum makes the process of learning anatomy fun and personal. It engages students who are intimidated or who do not have an innate interest in the topic.
We’ll also cover Tensegrity and Fascia Lines.
Yoga Alliance requires that a minimum of five hours be spent applying anatomy and physiology principles to the practice of yoga. Embodied Anatomy, Physiology and Movement for Yoga Teachers has been designed to give students a greater opportunity to apply and practice new skills. I believe yoga teachers need to leave their first trainings with over five hours of practical application so they can teach with intelligence, confidence, inspiration, and safety. Studios that hire me to instruct their staff agree.
Customized to support your goals.
Most 200-hour teacher trainings cover:
1.) Safe movements (as pertaining to balancing, stretching, awareness, trauma
2.) Contraindications, misalignments, adaptations
This anatomy training addresses these topics but does not instruct them in detail. If requested, the course can be tailored to include all required hours.