Always Smile

About This Class

Bryan Kest leads this full-body, 70-minute dynamic flow beginning in Child's Pose with a strong foundation in deep, fluid breathing before building through a warm-up sequence of Down Dog, Power Yoga Strolls, Cobra, and Plank. The class then weaves through a rhythmic "six-movement dance" — a flowing Sun Salutation-style sequence — before moving into standing balance work including single-leg standing poses, a "Bruce Lee" karate-kick balance, twisting standing balances, figure-four squats (Pigeon-standing variation), and straight-leg lifts targeting the hip flexors/psoas. A grounding mid-section features toe-squat with interlaced arm stretch, wide-stance forward fold with arm bind, chair-like squats with calf raises, and lateral side-body stretches. Lunge sequences on both sides incorporate open-hip Warrior angles, Bound Angle in a lunge, and Camel Pose on the knees. The floor sequence closes with Happy Baby, spread-leg toe holds, supine core work (leg lowering, scissor legs, boat-like holds), and spinal twists before a deep, mindfulness-oriented Savasana. Throughout, Bryan frames the class as a moving meditation and a practice in equanimity — using physical challenge to train calmness of mind. Props are occasionally suggested (a block for balance poses) but not required. The pace is steady and intentional, never rushed, with an overarching message of gentleness, self-acceptance, and joyful effort.