Sometimes emotional trauma or stressors can result in physical symptoms because the memory of the trauma is stored in the fascia. Fascia is a connective tissue made up of primarily collagen that forms a matrix throughout your body and helps to support overall structure, stabilize and to aid in movement. Fascia can harden and become dehydrated also as a result of emotional trauma and the body's response to extreme stress. This can lead to symptoms such as headaches, back pain, neck pain, numbness and tingling and overall dysfunction.

Yin and restorative yoga practices can help slowly stretch and open up the fascia and other connective tissues through the use of gravity and time. Both practices compliment each other by promoting increased circulation and lymphatic drainage, and helping to release tension and trapped emotions in the fascia.

Class will be held from 6:00-7:00pm on Thursdays throughout the summer & will include a 5-15 min introduction, 30 min of yoga & 15-25 minutes of meditation/silent reflection. We recommend attending the full weekly series (May 18 through August 31), but drop-ins will be welcome. 

NOTE: There will be no session on June 15 or July 20! Class may be canceled due to harsh weather/illness. Stay up to date on class updates/schedule through @sarahbankz on IG.

Sarah Banks is a trauma-informed healer, YoQi (Yoga + Qigong) instructor and spiritual muse whose techniques center on reconnecting the mind, body & spirit as well as the rediscovery of self through different modes of holistic healing and maintaining a natural, balanced lifestyle. With a background in Psychology from Washington University in St. Louis, Sarah’s unique approach toward healing integrates the philosophies of both Western & Eastern Medicines and bridges the gap between science and spirituality.

This Chakra Healing Yin Yoga experience will include deep stretching in order to open up and relieve tension in the fascia coupled with affirmations and healing frequencies. The class will begin and end with an intention setting meditation. You can expect to experience a slow paced, accessible, and restorative class accompanied by the beautiful acoustics of the Roman Pavilion surrounded by the trees of Tower Grove Park. 

Find Sarah on Instagram @sarahbankz

Further details:

• All levels welcome!

• Please wear comfortable clothing and be sure to bring a yoga mat, notebook/pen and blanket if weather requires. You will be mostly on the ground for the duration of the session.

• A suggested donation of $10 per session is welcome.