Tuesdays
Now - December 26th
10:30 - 11:30 am or 5:00 - 6:00 pm
Ages 13+
This yoga class is best suited for beginners, individuals recovering from injury or illness, or those wanting to practice gentle meditation and yoga in the presence of horses.
This class offers an energetic and light-hearted practice to develop strength, flexibility, and balance, while steadying the mind. One or more of our horses will be present as co-facilitators in deepening the flow of energy and breath individually and collectively. Horses naturally do this for each other in their herds; what benefits one, benefits all as they coregulate each other. When we are in our circle, we are all within overlaying fields or “heart space” with the horse and each other. Studies have shown that the heart space of horses “speak" to ours, known as heart rate coherence. Our hearts fall into regulated rhythm with theirs, allowing our cortisol levels to even out, deepen and regulate our breath, and in some cases release oxytocin and beta endorphins. This allows us to shift into our parasympathetic ("rest and digest”) system and experience restorative benefits and a present focused mind. All of this without the need to do anything other than breathe and allow your body to shift, flow and move as it requests.
Selfies and Snack Time: Immediately after the class, the horses will be available for about 10 minutes for anyone who would like to bring a treat (cut-up carrots or apples) for them or just give them some extra love.
Classes may take place outdoors, weather permitting, or in our indoor (soft sand) arena. Chairs will be available to use for balance, modified standing poses, or modified seated poses. You are encouraged to bring your own mat or towel; however, we do have a limited number of mats available for use.
No riding is involved, so horse experience is not necessary.
All participants that are attending this class must sign a waiver prior to entering the ranch. Please use the following link to sign a waiver: Hello Sign link
When registering - Please include an email address and phone number, so we can send you any updates regarding the event. Additionally, please let us know if you will need a chair for balance/support or adaptive yoga.
We require a minimum of 5 participants to be able to run this class. If our minimum is not met, we will contact you with any available alternative dates.
Online registration will not be allowed the day of the class. If you would like to register the same day as the class, please contact us at info@thelegacyranch.org or 630-601-8920 to see if we have spots available.
We require at least 48-hour notice if you are unable to attend a class. No Refund will be given if you notify us less than 48 hours before the start of the class. Cancellations requested 48 hours or more before the class may request another class date or will be subject to a processing fee.