Slow Flow & Nidra
The Class
Our Slow Flow class is a very gentle, non-heated flow class. Similar postures to our other ‘Flow’ classes can be found in this one, but the main difference here is the longer holds, the deeper stretches, and the slow approach to opening up the body before we transition onto our back for the Nidra portion of the class. Think of this flow like a great bridge between the passive Yin and the active Vinyasa. Yoga Nidra is a specific guided meditation. Following a similar structure each time, the Nidra practice is one of complete physical stillness as the teacher guides you through a body scan before turning your attention inward. A great practice to help with relaxation, your Nidra practice provides space for you to connect to your inner self as we quiet the mind and focus on our deepest heartfelt desires (sankalpas). This practice is for everybody, and you cannot practice Yoga Nidra incorrectly. Bring your most comfortable clothes, blanket, eye pillow, crystals, intentions, journal, etc…
FAQ’s
What's the difference between Slow Flow and Gentle Flow?
Slow Flow: More floor work, this class doesn’t really do too many ‘on your feet’ poses. Usually starting on the back or belly, this class can move practitioners into some low lunges, perhaps some forward folds, but for the most part we don’t get up to standing positions in this one very often.
Gentle Flow: Following the same basic structure of a ‘Vinyasa Flow’ class, where we are on the floor to begin, we make our way through some standing poses, and then we return to the floor. The transitions are always a little simpler so they’re more accessible for those of us building our balance or range of motion.
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The Teachers
Pauline has lived in Lethbridge for over 10 years. Originally from Calgary, she moved to Lethbridge to complete her BFA at the U of L. Her plan was to leave shortly after completing her degree, but opportunities continued to arise that allowed her to remain in the city. She fell in love with yoga 11 years ago – the 26&2 class kicked her butt, and she loved every minute of it. Off to training the following year, and more trainings in the years that followed. She is trained in Bikram (26&2), Power Vinyasa Flow, Vinyasa, Yin, Buti, Ashtanga/Rocket, and Nidra.
Although Pauline can’t get most of her family members to practice yoga when they visit the city, her amazing husband, Cam, can be seen around the studio all the time, helping our team, and ready to chat with everyone he sees.
Born and raised in Lethbridge, Jen first landed on her mat almost 25 years ago and has been practicing here with the Harvest community since 2014. Sometimes more athletic and at other times a more meditative practice, yoga has been a steadying and grounding influence in her life. Her love for the practice continues to grow every year.
I first came to yoga for a good stretch to complement my days spent playing soccer and running. I was hooked as the practice was a perfect balance of challenge, ease and fun, which left me feeling confident and strong. Over the years my practice has ebbed and flowed with the changes in life. It has taught me patience, compassion, and awareness to myself and others. I am so grateful to have found yoga. Learning how to become aware of the nervous system, the mind, the breath and how they all connect has been fascinating. I’m a forever student who enjoys geeking out over the human body. I hope to share a little bit of what I’ve learnt mixed in with some joy for the practice.
Born and raised in Calgary, AB, Dianne is the youngest of 6 kids. As a little girl, she was always intrigued about what was below the surface of things and how they worked. Dianne was always a caregiver, a gift-giver, and a wandering inquisitive soul. She has always been fascinated with the body and how it functions, so naturally in her 16th year as a Massage Therapist, she STILL loves her job. Every chance she gets, Dianne continues with schooling, upgrading, or learning a new skill or craft to add to her working “tool belt’. She first tried yoga 20 years ago, but it wasn’t her time to fully immerse into it. She dabbled in various classes over the years, but in 2017 she felt the call to return to yoga. When she took her first 26 & 2 hot class, she was hooked! Not only did she soon realize the physical benefits but the emotional/mental benefits, as well.
During the pandemic, never one to shy away from a challenge, she enrolled and completed her 200 hour yoga teacher training, Yin Yoga training, and an AFLCA exercise theory & group exercise, cycle certification. She is currently in training for her Yoga Nidra certification. To Dianne, her experience is to be passionate about what you do and to remember to listen to your inner wisdom, as it will always lead you to amazing places.
She is passionate about writing, and loves the great outdoors – camping, all-things paddling, biking, hiking with her family and 2 pups – as well as making home-made things (renos included).
Her yoga mat is a place that reminds her of the Choose Your Own Adventure books from when she was a kid. Sometimes it reveals much, sometimes it offers straight up play and joy, sometimes it humbles her. She has been blessed with teachers who illuminated how to strive living open to grace and gratitude, filled with awe and wonder, on and off the mat.
Laurie has been settled in Lethbridge for the last 23 years, however, she loves adventures that take her near and far. As a natural born nurturer to five kids, four cats, two dogs, and any other being (human or otherwise) that crosses her path, Laurie has a drive to care for others that led her to share the practice of yoga.
Laurie finds both playfulness and grounding through her yoga practice, and she strives to focus on the union of breath with movement. Her yoga journey started 8 years ago and continues to evolve through regular practice, continuous learning, and the joy of sharing this practice with others.
I’m a long-time yoga practitioner in the studio and new yoga teacher! Lover of all things nature and animal related. Advocate for self-healing and second chances. I’m a mother to an incredible young lady and three crazy cats! I have about five jobs and a passion for travel and adventure! Humour, gratitude, and a whole lot of grit fuel my motor every day!