We have been so deeply affected by the work we have done that we feel it is imperative to share that with others. We wish to take as many people as possible on a journey such as we have had through a healing process, through a process of maturation, and an opportunity for growth. We have learned to utilize the tools given to us, without blindly accepting anybody else’s opinion of their “proper” use, in ways that specifically help our own development into our true selves.

This is what we strive to share. It is not a specific regiment nor a specific asana series we are looking to promote. But, we feel that given these tools and some guidance, our students can arrive at the same process of actualizing their potential which has been such a gift to us. We wish to be a catalyst for positive change in the world, one person at a time! It is our vision to help as many people as possible to be grounded, to connect to the depth of their power, to find their truth and speak it and live it confidently, to eliminate self-destructive behavior, to walk steadfast through change, and to live in a way that makes them proud.

FORREST YOGA® PHILOSOPHY

Ana Forrest, creator of Forrest Yoga® and founder of the Forrest Yoga Circle in Santa Monica, CA has a unique as well as powerful philosophy and approach toward yoga.

Ana has spent 30 years developing Forrest Yoga® specifically to address Our People's stresses and challenges, both physical and emotional. We use intense pose sequences, compassionately taught, to develop skills in awakening each of the senses. Forrest Yoga® teaches you to bring aliveness, using breath, into every cell of your body, igniting your passion for living.

The pillars of Forrest Yoga® are Breath, Strength, Integrity and Spirit. Our mission is to create in each of us a sense of freedom, a connection to our spirit and the courage to walk as our spirit dictates; thus, doing our part in "Mending the Hoop of the People". Forrest Yoga® will teach you to Go Deeper, find your Truth and encourage you to take these gifts you have earned Beyond the Mat into the rest of your life.

The Forrest Yoga® method gets you connecting to your core - getting strong and centered. We use heat, deep breathing and vigorous sequences to sweat out toxins while the long holds in the pose progressions help you flush, oxygenate and rejuvenate every cell.

As a beginner to Forrest Yoga®, you learn to breathe deeply and connect in feeling with your body. As you progress, you get proficient at safely tailoring each pose to work best for you; particularly with physical and emotional injuries. Learning to work honestly at your edges, you develop effective tools to deal with fear, struggle, and breakthroughs. This makes it possible for integrity, self awareness and playful curiosity to become part of your daily life.

Forrest Yoga® does not require strength or flexibility; it only requires that you bring a willingness to learn how to feel authentically and respond honestly. As you advance in Forrest Yoga®, step by step, you learn to intelligently ride your breath into the exhilarating advanced poses. In addition, you learn to exercise your emotional body through the full spectrum of feeling; from the healing process all the way into the ecstatic realms.

Forrest Yoga® honors and celebrates the beauty of life and the power of Spirit. It is an inspiring yoga workout that builds flexibility, intelligence and strength while helping deepen the relationship with your authentic self. Accessing your intuition, the voice of your Spirit, builds personal strength and ushers integrity into your daily interactions with all beings. Forrest Yoga® challenges you to heal, grow and welcome your Spirit home.

To learn more about Forrest Yoga and Ana Forrest go to www.forrestyoga.com
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