Foam Roll + Stretch Classes
In my Foam Roll and Stretch classes, I hope to bring a little relief to participants. Relief from tough workouts. Relief from the stress that work and everyday life bring to our bodies.
The class format will help you build greater awareness in the body. We roll everything from feet, to the upper back. I like to incorporate a lot of stretches and mobility work. I offer lots of options for new and experienced participants.
Every class is unique, so you’ll learn a lot of things you can bring into your practice outside of class.
What to bring
A foam roller and a yoga mat.
A 36-inch, medium-density or soft-density foam roller works best for this class. For details, read my blog post about choosing a foam roller.
If you only have a shorter foam roller, come to class and I’ll offer moves for that too- you’ll also get to see some of the moves we love with the 36” roller.
You may wan to have yoga blocks handy, and you’ll want to have a folded blanket or towel for knee cushioning.
Does foam rolling hurt?
In class, we’ll use a tenderness scale of 1 to 10, where 10 is the most tender. We’ll aim to roll areas in a 5 to 7 range.
The goal is not pain in this class. With self-adjusted pressure, and our breath, we’ll ease tension throughout the body, and hydrate the fascia. We’ll lengthen our muscles, and improve how we move and feel.
We’re all unique, so the options I offer in class will help you discover what works best for you.
The foam roller you choose will have a big impact on how you feel in class. A medium-density works well for most of my clients. If you have any concerns, a soft roller is a great option!
Local clients can try and purchase foam rollers directly through me.
