A Journey to Wellness

I am an Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor and Registered Yoga Teacher. I teach students 50 + in the Viniyoga tradition. My heart soars when a student leaves my class feeling relaxed, calm and energized – stronger and more flexible. Learn more about Ayurveda, Yoga, herbs, nutrition and wellness by reading my monthly blog posts. 

We cherish our Yoga classes – not only for the physical benefits but for the sense of community and a place to feel calm. Studios, fitness and community centers are closed in Washington state and many other areas of the country. Now more than ever, find a home practice that resonates with you – a few stretches and full, even breathing can make a difference in your day.

Until classes resume, follow along with me on this video made by Seattle Parks & Recreation Lifelong Recreation Program. This practice is under 20 minutes and can be done first thing in the morning or any time you need a stretch throughout your day. When classes do resume, check out my teaching schedule.

“If you have learned something really well,
then the way you express it will not be the same way you learned it.”
– T Krishnamacharya

This site contains suggested wellness information and is not intended to replace necessary medical attention from a qualified healthcare provider. 

©Copyright ~ Heidi Lynne’ Yoga and Wellness ~ 2020

I spent eighteen months trying different yoga classes and was so fortunate to find Heidi. I started by taking one yoga class from her and now try to go twice weekly. If I have to miss because of travel I can feel the difference. (I am over 65 and I find that muscles tighten up more quickly than they used to do). Heidi always suggests variations on the poses we do and never pushes people to do more than they feel that they should do. Heidi also has the most gentle, accepting nature and I think everyone must feel as comfortable as I do in her class, because she has an enthusiastic following.

Peggy

Off and on for the past fifteen years I have taken yoga with varying experiences. It wasn’t until I started classes with Heidi that I really begin to appreciate the importance of yoga to my general well-being.

Heidi is always well prepared. She changes her lessons just enough that there is variety and is always willing to listen to her students so as to fit their needs into the class.

The parks department is extremely fortunate to have an instructor of such high quality. I hope the department will do everything possible to keep Heidi.

Joyce

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