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Gretchen
When Gretchen first discovered yoga, the whole of it seemed to slip seamlessly into her life and heart as the perfect framework for her spiritual development, especially with the physical (or asana) practice to serve her need for joyful embodiment. A seeker by nature, she explored and taught many styles of yoga to many different populations before landing at Circle Yoga—first as a student. Circle felt like a safe and caring space, so she was delighted when offered the opportunity to teach “gentle” yoga, which was new to her at that time. She found that most of her learning to teach in this new way came from her students. Together, they played with and "tweaked" the classical poses to make them accessible for all bodies. Adapting postures for individual bodies became a co-creative opportunity for her, which she enjoys immensely to this day!
While teaching at Circle, Gretchen first discovered Yoga Nidra in a workshop led by Dr. Richard Miller. She was struck by the depth and power of this practice and went on to study with Dr. Miller intensively. She learned his beautifully adapted version of Yoga Nidra which he designed to serve trauma-sensitive populations (specifically veterans), yet it is suitable for everyone. Gretchen loves teaching this guided meditation practice and marvels at its capacity to soothe and reset the nervous system even in the most stressful of times. The inherently kind practice of acceptance (or "welcoming") anything and everything that might be arising and unfolding within us, without resistance, is a mainstay of the practice. Its relevance to skillfully navigating our everyday lives is huge.
In addition to yoga, Gretchen loves the natural world, including her dogs, and is a passionate gardener, student of the healing arts, Reiki practitioner, and artist, as well as a lifelong learner.
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As the student taking classes or workshops at the studio, via livestream or by video (the “Classes”) with Circle Yoga Cooperative (CYC), I understand that the Classes include physical movements and exertion. As is the case with any physical activity, the risk of injury, even serious or disabling, is always present and cannot be entirely eliminated. I understand that it is my responsibility to consult with a physician prior to and regarding my participation in the Classes. I represent that I am in good health and physical condition and I have no medical condition which would prevent my full participation in the Classes. In addition, when in the Classes, I will make the instructor aware of any medical conditions or physical limitations before class begins. If I am pregnant, become pregnant, or I am post-natal or post-surgical, my signature below verifies that I have my physician’s approval to participate. In consideration of being permitted to participate in the Classes I agree to assume full responsibility for any risks, injuries, or damages, known or unknown, which I might incur as a result of participating in the program. In further consideration of being permitted to participate in the Classes, I expressly irrevocably release and waive any claims that I have now or may have hereafter for any reason against Circle Yoga LLC, its owners, employees, and independent contractors, for injury or damages that I may sustain as a result of participating in a Class.
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