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Closing Postures
Taylor Oakes Taylor Oakes

Closing Postures

This is the moment we work for throughout the practice. Deep rest. Deep awareness.

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You Have To Leap
Taylor Oakes Taylor Oakes

You Have To Leap

I’m often asked how I’ve created this life for myself…

Simply put.. my work ethic aside...I’ve never been afraid to LEAP.

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Bodea Basics - Class Preview
Taylor Oakes Taylor Oakes

Bodea Basics - Class Preview

Before we really hit the ground running, I wanted to dial back to the foundations and refine our understanding of how to make less, more.  

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Stretching
Taylor Oakes Taylor Oakes

Stretching

Stretching is equal parts ease and effort.

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Slow Bodea Burn - Class Preview
Taylor Oakes Taylor Oakes

Slow Bodea Burn - Class Preview

Moving slow doesn’t always mean that it will be easy! Slow burns are slow and steady and allow you time to feel and understand the movement and its sensation. Remember: RUN TOWARDS IT- not from it!

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Why Downward Dog Isn't About Your Heels Hitting the Mat
Taylor Oakes Taylor Oakes

Why Downward Dog Isn't About Your Heels Hitting the Mat

The Heel Myth: Your heels touching the mat in Downward Dog doesn't mean you've "made it" in yoga. Instead, focus on creating space in your spine. We’ll break down how bending your knees slightly and engaging your legs can actually deepen the stretch and give your low back the relief it deserves.

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6 Powerful Lessons Yoga Teaches You About Patience
Taylor Oakes Taylor Oakes

6 Powerful Lessons Yoga Teaches You About Patience

Yoga is a journey of self-discovery, and one of the most valuable lessons it teaches is patience. Progress in yoga, like in life, takes time. Here are six lessons about patience that yoga brings to the mat and beyond.

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Full Fire Bodea Preview
Taylor Oakes Taylor Oakes

Full Fire Bodea Preview

I'm not going to lie to you, this one is going to be INTENSE. But I find when I'm down, sad and upset I need a little vigour to get be out of my head, into my body and to jump into a new energy and frame of mind. This is fiery and we are doing. it . all.

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Binds and Arm Balances 2 hour Workshop preview
Taylor Oakes Taylor Oakes

Binds and Arm Balances 2 hour Workshop preview

Welcome to your BINDS and ARM BALANCES workshop. Today we're opening up with a short 25 min flow before moving into our arm balances and binds. The flow contains postures that both prepare you and allow you to practice these concepts in an accessible way.

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How To Master Binds
Taylor Oakes Taylor Oakes

How To Master Binds

Binds in yoga are advanced techniques that improve flexibility, mobility, and strength. Mastering binds requires patience and a combination of strength and mobility. These essential tips will help you on your journey to mastering binds.

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Feel Good Vinyasa - Class Preview
Taylor Oakes Taylor Oakes

Feel Good Vinyasa - Class Preview

Want to watch me struggle for an hour? I have to laugh because sometimes that’s all we can do! This feel good flow turned full send when nothing went according to plan. I had planned this class to be a free & feel good flow for our integration and restoration in week 5…. The universe had other plans.

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Perfect the Plank
Taylor Oakes Taylor Oakes

Perfect the Plank

In plank, one of the most common mistakes is letting the hips sag or float too high. Think of your hips and shoulders as a dynamic duo—they should be level, working together to maintain balance.

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Balance Postures
Taylor Oakes Taylor Oakes

Balance Postures

Balancing postures allow us to explore our centre of gravity and our midline.

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