Prototypes Treatment Center 8.24.09

I took firmer command of the class today, not quite so nicey-nice and it was a good move. There are a lot of injuries, psychic and otherwise, and a strong container helps get us rolling. This is a new approach for me, and very useful for working in this facility.

About half way through the class I could see the relaxation of yoga kicking in. I could back off a bit and let the softened energy play into the tempo. The whole room dropped down a few levels, and faces actually changed right in front of my eyes. 

A new woman at the beginning of class was crouched in the corner, crossed legs and arms, curled up in a ball, refused to participate. She meant business so I let her sit. She joined in about 20 minutes into class and said 'see you next week' when she left. I think this is a miracle.

I  didn't leave enough time after savasana to sit and opted to close the class from the floor. I really have to watch the time...can't go even 1 minute over as the center has a regimented schedule. I think it was OK for today.

Supine breath awareness (think moving first then breath awareness will be more effective)

windshield wiper

seated side waist rock

seated twist rock

sit 

Serenity Prayer

cat/cow 

balasana

tadasana

side stretch with forward bend

shoulder shugs

1/4 sun salutations

1/2 sun salutations

lunge salute both sides

sphinx

reverse windshield wiper

Elvis hip play

warrior II dance

other side

triangle

other side

tree

supine windshield wiper

easy spine twist

savasana