OSHER 881 - Improving Balance and Flexibility with Alignment Yoga

Alignment Yoga (AY) is a gentle and therapeutic style of yoga that emphasizes increasing core strength and stability while creating more ease and flexibility in movement. The tools and techniques unique to AY provide insight into other forms of yoga and exercise, and one's daily activities. AY is accessible to people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Both beginners and experienced practitioners will benefit from cultivating mindfulness, relaxation, and physical vitality through attention to optimal alignment, breathing, and inner awareness. Note: The yoga studio has mats and all props (including chairs) that will be used in class.