Katrina Atkin

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Katrina Atkin
  • 45 min basics w/ Katrina: get into ardha hanumanasana

    In this practice we will prepare and break down ardha hanumanasana, or half split. We focus on how to engage the muscles properly so as not to injure or overstretch, and end with a few cooling poses before savasana. Have a blanket and two blocks (one block will also work, but two is better if you...

  • 30 min gentle + restore w/ Katrina: shoulder love

    This gentle practice stays off the wrists and knees. We focus on shoulder relaxation, mobility, and opening at the beginning and end with a few restorative poses. You will need a pillow and a blanket or towel.

  • 30 min mini-workshop w/ Katrina: care for tech neck

    In this mini-workshop, learn about different ways to soothe and re-align a neck that is tight from spending a lot of time at a computer, driving, etc. We will focus on shoulder alignment first, and then move to strengthening the back of the neck and upper back. Another important component will be...

  • 30 min basics w/ Katrina: get into triangle

    This 30 minute practice breaks down the placement of triangle from placement head to toe, including tips for keeping your knees happy and safe. Have two yoga blocks if you have them, and a blanket.

  • 45 min restorative w/ Katrina

    This restorative practice focuses on the basics of restorative as well as the concept of simplicity. Have two pillows and a blanket for this gentle practice!

  • 30 min gentle w/ Katrina: stretch + meditate

    This gentle practice stays off the wrists and knees. We start with simple movements and stretches, and conclude with an extended meditation. A comfortable cushion, bolster, or stack of blankets is recommended.

  • 18 min gentle w/ Katrina: shoulders, neck + wrists

    This 100% seated practice is excellent for resetting the upper body after long hours of desk work. We will stretch, mobilize, strengthen and breathe to find relief and restoration in the shoulders and neck. All you need is a chair! (Preferably not one that swivels, but it will work if that's all ...

  • 30 min mini-workshop w/ Katrina: knee protection during hip and thigh stretches

    In this mini-workshop, learn about different ways to use alignment and isometrics to find ease in poses that have a reputation for irritating sesnsitive knees. We focus on outer hip stretches (figure 4 and pigeon), thigh stretches (standing and sidelying quad stretch), and talk about ways to make...

  • 45 min basics w/ Katrina: hips + shoulders

    This basics practice focuses on opening up the shoulders and hips in as many planes of movement as possible! Have a blanket and a strap.

  • 20 min all levels w/ Katrina: sides + psoas

    This quick all levels practice centers psoas relaxation and flexiblity as well as side stretching. Have a yoga block and strap, as well as a blanket if you’d like it for the kneeling poses.

  • 30 min all levels w/ Katrina: full spectrum flow

    This all levels practice makes way for breath to lead movement in dynamic shifts from pose to pose. This practice is ideal for people who have a solid knowledge of the alignment of the basic poses. Have a blanket for your knees and blocks if you have tighter hamstrings!

  • 45 min all levels w/ Katrina: lots of side planks

    This practice gets warm quick and goes through multiple verisons of side plank, heading towards one legged side plank, ending with a gentle cool down series. Have a blanket for your knees!

  • 20 min restorative w/ Katrina: massage and restore

    This 20 minute practice starts with some gentle self massage and then engages in two restorative poses. May not be the best practice for folks with arthritis in the hands, or other conditions where repeated squeezing the hands is painful! For props: have a blanket and two pillows.

  • 30 min basics w Katrina: get into warrior 1

    I used to despise warrior 1, and it wasn’t until I changed some of the details in the alignment did I learn to love this pose. We will break down the set up and alignment, and play with the energy to make warrior 1 a pose to look forward to. Have a blanket and two blocks on hand if you like them,...

  • 20 min mini-workshop w/ Katrina: how to do ujjayi breath

    This mini-workshop breaks down a form of pranayama (breathing) called ujjayi, which means powerful. This breath is useful both in vigorous asana and in meditation and more calming poses. The workshop will be conducted mostly seated, so find a comfortable way to sit for the duration, perhaps on a ...

  • 45 min gentle w/ Katrina: mobility and restorative

    This practice is partially gentle mobility poses and partially restorative poses. We start with mobility, opening upper and lower body, and then transition to relaxing restorative poses. You will need a blanket and two pillows.

  • 45 min basics w/ Katrina: get into mermaid

    In this practice we break down mermaid pose. It is a deep quad stretch in pigeon pose, and is a fun and funky balance on the shin and knee. We will prep with lots of quad and shoulder opening, and then play with a few versions of mermaid. You will need a strap and probably a blanket. Blocks can b...

  • 20 min mini-workshop w/ Katrina: downward dog 101

    This workshop is the perfect introduction to the very ubiquitous and often very confusing pose of downward dog. Delivered mini-workshop style and intended for people who are knew to yoga in general, new to Maha, or just want a refresher on some of the finer details of this pose. We talk about wha...

  • 30 min all levels w/ Katrina: forward fold techniques

    This nuanced practice breaks down and explores the use of kidney loop in forward folding. The action of actvating the upper abdoninals back and up allows for deeper access into all types of forward bending, such as uttanasana, baddha konsasna and agnistambasana, practiced here, but is also useful...

  • 30 min all levels w/ Katrina: morning movement + meditation

    This brief practice gets moving quickly with full spectrum movement to mobilize stuff joints and muscles in the morning (or anytime!). End with a seated or reclined mediation to set yourself up for whatever the day has in store. Have a blanket!

  • 20 min restorative w/ Katrina: one blanket only

    This relaxing practice is for the person on the go who is looking for simple, restorative poses to do with just one blanket or towel. (If you only have small or thin towels on hand, perhaps layer two together so they don't mush down too flat in the poses!)

  • 45 min restorative w/ Katrina: poses for open hips, knees, and ankles

    This restorative practice is geared towards people who already have a fair amount of mobility and flexibility in their hips, knees, and ankles. We will be doing child's pose and half hero's pose, both of which require deep flexion in all of the joints. if you are comfortable with these poses in r...

  • 45 min basics w/ Katrina: get into bow pose

    When I was new to postural yoga, I learned that backbends were not just about the ability of your back, but that you needed open shoulders and thighs as well to complete the shape. We will focus on all three of these places as we prepare for bow pose. Have a block, a strap, and a blanket on hand ...

  • 30 min gentle w/ Katrina: hip openers

    This practice uses very gentle poses to get opening in the front and outsides of the hips. Have a blanket and a strap or strap-like prop!