Qi Yoga
Qi Yoga is a one-hour class that aims to in a serene and transformative way. This innovative class blends gentle yoga poses, flowing qigong movements, mindfulness meditation, and healing EFT tapping, offering a comprehensive wellness experience for everyone, regardless of their experience level.
During each Qi Yoga session, you'll take a journey of self-discovery and relaxation. The class starts with a series of gentle yoga poses that increase flexibility, balance, and strength, preparing your body for the energy work to come. As you move into the qigong portion, you'll engage in rhythmic, fluid movements that promote the free flow of Qi, or life energy, throughout your body, enhancing vitality and calming your nervous system.
The session concludes with a guided meditation, allowing you to connect with your inner self, reduce mental chatter, and cultivate a state of deep peace. It's followed by EFT tapping, a powerful technique that combines acupressure and psychology. By tapping specific meridian points while focusing on various emotions or stressors, you can experience emotional release and a profound sense of calm.
Join us for Qi Yoga and embrace the tranquility and wellness that this practice has to offer. You'll leave the class feeling grounded, centered, and completely stress-free.
Medical Qigong
In this class, students will delve into the ancient wisdom of Chinese medicine and learn how to optimize their Qi for improved well-being. Through guided exercises and movements tailored to individual needs, participants will unlock the body's innate healing potential, release stagnant energy, and revitalize the internal organs.
The practice of Medical Qigong offers a holistic approach to health maintenance and healing, empowering individuals to take an active role in their own wellness journey. Whether you are seeking to alleviate stress, enhance vitality, or address specific health concerns, this class provides a nurturing space to explore the profound benefits of harmonizing mind, body, and spirit through the art of Medical Qigong. Join us on this transformative path to radiant health and inner balance.
Holistic Harmony
Holistic Harmony is a rejuvenating wellness class designed specifically for individuals over 50 who are seeking to enhance their quality of life through the integration of seated breath work, meditation, medical qigong, and Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) tapping. This class is a harmonious blend of ancient wisdom and modern healing practices, tailored to cultivate energy, balance, and emotional well-being in a supportive and gentle environment.
Our class begins with a series of seated breathwork exercises that promote relaxation and bring awareness to the present moment. Participants will learn to harness the power of their breath to reduce stress, improve lung capacity, and prepare the mind for meditation. The subsequent guided meditation will encourage deep relaxation, mental clarity, and a sense of inner peace.
Transitioning to a standing position, the class will engage in balance exercises that are critical for fall prevention and overall stability. Following this, we'll flow into medical qigong, a form of gentle movement and energy cultivation that has been practiced for thousands of years in China. Qigong exercises are designed to align posture, movement, and breathing, helping to enhance life energy (Qi) and promote healing from within.
We will conclude the session seated, where participants will be guided through EFT tapping. This technique involves tapping on specific meridian points while focusing on emotions or physical sensations, aiding in stress relief, pain management, and emotional processing. The class will end with a short meditation to integrate the benefits of the session and to leave participants feeling centered and grounded.
Core Restore
Core Restore is the ultimate class designed to harmonize your strength and flexibility while placing a laser focus on your core muscles. Our classes are crafted to cater to students of all levels, ensuring everyone can participate and benefit from the session.
At Grow with Carl, we recognize the importance of your core as the foundation of all movement. That's why each session is dedicated to challenging these vital muscles, helping you to cultivate a stronger, more resilient core that will enhance your agility and grace in daily activities.
Our approach is mindful and balanced. We kick off each class with Yoga-based stretches to gently awaken your body, preparing it for the strengthening work ahead. As we progress, you'll engage in a series of targeted exercises designed to work every muscle group, with your core always at the heart of the action.
A soft Pilates ball and a strap are our companions in this journey, serving as tools to deepen your practice and add a layer of challenge to the workout. While these props are suggested, they are not mandatory, ensuring you can join in no matter what equipment you have to hand.
Whether you're a seasoned fitness enthusiast or just beginning your wellness journey, our class is tailored to provide a safe, challenging, and rewarding experience.