{"product_id":"restorative-yoga-group","title":"Faith-Based Restorative Yoga Group","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelax and Release with Restorative Poses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eResearch reveals that our bodies hold our trauma and stress. Restorative yoga is designed to move our nervous systems out of fight or flight and into rest and digest mode (known as our parasympathetic nervous system). This is not only relaxing, but also deeply healing for the body as it's encouraged to move out of survival mode.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eIn this special 4-week group, we'll move our bodies in gentle, comforting ways. Each class, we'll do several restful poses which will encourage deep relaxation and a sense of feeling safe within the body. We'll include thoughts from Scripture and the Christian faith that can support our healing and rest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eJoin me April 22, April 29, May 13, and May 20 from 6:30 - 8:00 pm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eYou're invited to\u003cb\u003e wear comfortable clothing \u003c\/b\u003eyou can move around in (i.e., yoga clothes, sweatpants, or other clothing you'd wear to the gym). Sweatpants are perfect for restorative yoga! Yoga classes will be on the gentle side and accessible to all. These classes are perfect for beginners! If you have\u003cb\u003e a yoga mat\u003c\/b\u003e, you're encouraged to bring it. (I do have a few to borrow, though, if you don't have one!) You'll have the opportunity to \u003cstrong\u003etake off your shoes\u003c\/strong\u003e, so please plan accordingly. You may want socks during our practice, or bare feet are always welcome.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font_8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Presenter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0018\/1397\/0995\/files\/AIV02292smaller_160x160.jpg?v=1673840778\" style=\"margin-right: 6px; float: left;\" alt=\"Amy Jackson\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0018\/1397\/0995\/files\/AIV02292smaller_160x160.jpg?v=1673840778\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAmy Jackson is founder and director of The Perch located in Aurora, Illinois. She is the author of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/theperchplace.myshopify.com\/products\/unhurried-book\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/theperchplace.myshopify.com\/products\/unhurried-book\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnhurried: A 52-Week Meditative Bible Reading Guide\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/theperchplace.myshopify.com\/products\/31-days-of-self-kindness-book\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/theperchplace.myshopify.com\/products\/31-days-of-self-kindness-book\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e31 Days of Self Kindness\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, an RYT-200 yoga teacher, and a certified Wellness and Social-Emotional Learning Facilitator. Jackson also holds an M.A. in Christian Formation and Ministry from Wheaton College. She spends time leading retreats, teaching about soul care, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehelping all sorts of people discover yoga\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. She is passionate about helping people \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ereconnect with their bodies, give themselves kindness,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e and live out their calling in healthy, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eflourishing ways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWhat People Are Saying about Yoga at The Perch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\"I had never practiced yoga before, and this was the \u003cstrong\u003ebest first yoga experience\u003c\/strong\u003e I could have imagined!\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\"I always \u003cstrong\u003esleep so well\u003c\/strong\u003e after yoga class at The Perch.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\"Thank you for teaching a class where I felt like I could do everything and \u003cstrong\u003enever felt lost\u003c\/strong\u003e.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\"I feel more \u003cstrong\u003econnected to my body\u003c\/strong\u003e, and I'm starting to listen.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\"I feel \u003cstrong\u003eso relaxed and peaceful\u003c\/strong\u003e after class.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eI don't leave yoga class exhausted like I do at other places. \u003cstrong\u003eI feel refreshed\u003c\/strong\u003e. I leave feeling better than when I came in.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003e\"I used to get injections in my hips to help me move without joint pain. After my first yoga session with Amy, I could already feel the difference. Now in my 3rd 6-week session, \u003cstrong\u003eI feel amazing\u003c\/strong\u003e!\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003e\"I love the \u003cstrong\u003eslower pace\u003c\/strong\u003e so I can be mindful and enjoy the moment.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003e\"The gentle yoga is kind to my aging body and has done wonders to \u003cstrong\u003eexpand my thoughts and stretches\u003c\/strong\u003e!\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003e\"Amy always creates such a \u003cstrong\u003ewarm, welcoming environment\u003c\/strong\u003e. I look forward to Tuesdays now!\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat will we do during yoga class?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eAmy Jackson will teach a 90-minute restorative yoga class that focuses on restful yoga poses that feel good in our bodies and support our nervous system. We'll stretch, relax, and become more connected with our bodies, all while honoring our bodies' limitations and needs. Classes are on the gentle side with an emphasis on variations that allow everyone to participate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWhat should I bring to yoga class?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003ePlease wear comfortable clothing you can move freely in. Sweatpants are perfect for restorative yoga! If you have a yoga mat, you're encouraged to bring it along, but I do have a few to share if you don't have one. You'll be invited to take off your shoes, so plan accordingly. Any additional props you'll need will be provided.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWhat if I've never practiced yoga before?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eYoga classes at The Perch are intentionally inclusive to all. You do not need any prior experience with yoga poses. Of course, please check with your doctor to ensure this kind of physical activity is healthy for your body.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI have additional questions. How can I contact you?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eIf you have any questions at all, don’t hesitate to reach out! 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