Hey Little One

About This Class

Bryan Kest leads this characteristically unhurried yet comprehensive flow, opening with an extended child's pose and nasal pranayama (Ujjayi) to quiet the mind before any movement begins. A "pre warm-up" series of cobra repetitions and tabletop extensions eases the body in gradually — explicitly honoring students over 40 and those returning from injury. The class then builds through multiple rounds of a six-movement sun-salutation sequence (standing fold, flat-back, plank, chaturanga, cobra, down dog) woven together into a continuous, meditative flow. Standing balance work is layered in progressively: one-legged airplane, warrior-style lunges with twists, extended hand-to-big-toe variations, and a hip-opening bow-pose (dhanurasana) on the floor. Core strengthening arrives mid-class with leg-lowering holds and knee-to-elbow drills in plank. The floor closing sequence includes locust/bow pose for spinal extension, a wide-legged forward fold, plow pose, shoulder stand ("king of all yoga poses"), and a supine twist. The class culminates in a guided gratitude meditation in seated position, followed by a passive Savasana. Throughout, Bryan consistently encourages students to work to their own degree, avoid comparison, and prioritize breath quality over depth of pose — making this equally accessible to newer students and satisfying for experienced practitioners.