Herbal Harmony Flow: Yoga Infused with Nature's Touch

This class will be offered online AND in-person at Joy of Yoga

**Disclaimer: Hey everyone! I'm conducting this class as part of my 120-hour herbal studies course with Rosemary Gladstar. If you're keen on casually exploring herbs in a recreational manner, this series is perfect for you.

For serious medical conditions requiring herbal remedies, it's advisable to consult your doctor and seek guidance from a clinical herbalist for the most appropriate and tailored advice. Stay safe and informed about your health choices.**

Join us for a unique and rejuvenating yoga experience where the healing powers of herbs blend seamlessly with the art of yoga. In this innovative series of classes, we will explore the dynamic synergy between herbs and yoga movements, creating a harmonious fusion of physical, mental, and spiritual wellness.

Each session is thoughtfully crafted to focus on the specific actions of herbs, infusing our practice with nature's supportive benefits. From grounding and energizing sequences accompanied by invigorating herbs to cleansing twists paired with detoxifying plants, every class offers a holistic approach to health and vitality.

Discover the helpful potential of herb-infused yoga as we delve into breathwork, balance, renewal, and purification, guided by the wisdom of ancient practices and the nurturing essence of Mother Nature. Step onto your mat, explore the herbal scents, and embark on a journey of self-discovery and rejuvenation unlike any other. Embrace the power of herbs and yoga in harmony, and unlock a path to holistic well-being and inner harmony.

• Description: Begin with grounding yoga poses to establish stability and connection with the earth. Infuse the class with herbs known for energizing properties like peppermint and ginseng to enhance vitality and awaken the senses.

• Focus: Breathwork and Renewal
• Description: Dive into pranayama and breath-centered yoga practices to rejuvenate the body and mind. Integrate herbs such as lavender and chamomile known for their calming effects to promote deep relaxation and inner peace.

• Focus: Cleansing and Purification
• Description: Incorporate twisting yoga postures to stimulate detoxification and release toxins from the body. Pair these movements with herbs like dandelion and milk thistle, renowned for their detoxifying properties, to support the body's natural cleansing processes.

• Focus: Equilibrium and Alignment
• Description: Explore balancing yoga sequences to foster harmony and equilibrium within the body. Use herbs such as ashwagandha and turmeric known for their balancing effects to promote overall well-being and inner stability.

About the Facilitator

Julie Johnson is an herbalist in training in Rosemary Gladstar's the 120 hour Art and Science of Herbalism course. She is using this class to help fuse her love for yoga and herbs together + give her a reason nerd out on herbs.

Julie has been teaching and training trauma-informed yoga for nearly a decade. She is the Co-founder of Integrate Trauma-Informed Network, a professional network of solopreneurs and business professionals who prioritize leading themselves and others by developing trauma-informed leadership skills to develop a more compassionate world. Julie is also a vetted member of The Breathe Network, a directory of trauma-informed healing arts professionals that serves sexual assault survivors.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Joy Of Yoga, 8918 Manchester Road, St. Louis, United States