Restorative yoga is a gentle, supportive form of yoga that focuses on stillness, relaxation, and deep rest. Unlike fast-paced or strength-building styles like Vinyasa or Power Yoga, restorative yoga invites the body to unwind using props like bolsters, blankets, and blocks. Each pose is held for several minutes, giving your nervous system time to shift out of “fight or flight” and into “rest and digest.” This style is ideal for stress recovery, healing, and grounding your body after physical or emotional strain.

Absolutely. Restorative yoga is a beautiful entry point into the practice — especially if you’re dealing with chronic stress, fatigue, or just feel like you need a gentle approach. You don’t need experience, flexibility, or strength to begin. My sessions are designed to make you feel safe, supported, and able to listen to your body at your own pace.

Not at all. Yoga is for every body — not just the bendy ones. The goal of restorative yoga isn’t to “achieve” a pose but to experience it in your own way. Flexibility may improve over time, but it’s never a requirement to begin.

Yes — and restorative yoga is especially helpful for nervous system regulation. We use breathwork, calming movement, and long-held supported poses to signal safety to the body. Over time, this helps reduce cortisol levels, ease anxiety, and rebuild inner resilience. Many of my clients describe it as “resetting their inner rhythm.”

Yes, but it must be done mindfully. I specialize in adaptive yoga and work with individuals post-surgery or during recovery. We focus on gentle movement, breath, and rest to restore circulation, rebuild confidence, and support healing — without rushing the process.

Yoga can help seniors improve balance, flexibility, circulation, and sleep — all while supporting brain health and mood. We use chairs, walls, and props so everything feels safe and accessible. The mental and emotional benefits — confidence, calm, and connection — are just as important as the physical ones.

Yes — it’s a wonderful option. Chair yoga allows you to practice seated or using the chair for support during standing postures. It’s perfect for anyone with joint issues, balance concerns, or fatigue. You still receive the benefits of movement, breath, and mindfulness — just without the floor work.

I do! I’m Jody Murphy — a Registered Nurse, Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor, and Reiki Master. My background allows me to bring both clinical and holistic tools into every session. I’ve been working with people of all ages and health levels for over a decade.

Most sessions are 60 to 75 minutes, depending on whether it’s a class or a one-on-one session. We move at a gentle pace, and there’s always time for questions or discussion before or after.