Core Building

About This Class

This energizing yet mindfulness-grounded flow centers on building core and spinal strength through sustained plank holds, forearm plank variations, side planks, and dolphin pose, interspersed with standing sequences including Crescent Pose, Warrior One, Warrior Two, Warrior Three, and Chair Pose. The instructor consistently frames the core as the body's stabilizing center and encourages practitioners to find "relaxed intensity" — activating the parasympathetic nervous system even during challenging holds. The class moves at a brisk pace with vinyasa transitions (Chaturanga, Cobra, Upward Facing Dog, Downward Facing Dog) and includes spinal backbends like Sphinx, Cobra, and Bow Pose for counterbalancing. The cool-down features Happy Baby, supine twists, and Savasana. Modifications (knee-down options, blocks, straps) are offered throughout, making the class accessible while still demanding for stronger practitioners. Ideal for anyone wanting to build functional core strength, support their spine, and improve balance — all within a breath-aware, flow-based framework.