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With Dan Ward

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  • All Levels
  • 60 min
  • Flow
  • 4.9 out of 5

About This Class

This 60-minute flow class with Dan Ward is framed entirely around self-compassion and intentional movement. It opens with seated cross-legged breathing and Ujjayi Pranayama to settle the mind, then builds methodically through Surya Namaskar rounds, Crescent Warrior, Warrior One, Warrior Two, Triangle Pose (Trikonasana), Chair Pose, standing splits, Warrior Three, and twisted lunges. A progressive backbend sequence runs through Salabhasana (Locust), Cobra, Dhanurasana (Bow Pose), and Camel Pose (Ustrasana), with careful preparatory cues to protect the low back. Hip-opening work includes Baddha Konasana, supine twists, Pigeon Pose (or reclined thread-the-needle), reclined cross-legged twists, and Happy Baby. Throughout, Dan emphasizes breath awareness, proprioceptive feedback, balancing effort with ease, and the philosophy that yoga is a tool for wellbeing — not punishment. Props such as blocks and chairs are consistently offered, and students are repeatedly invited to modify, skip Vinyasas, or use walls for balance work. The class closes with Savasana and a seated meditation bow.

Comments

  • ScottyP

  • Hendriks Jennifer

    Great class, thank you 🙂

  • SIEGHARD GOSTNER

    great class.

  • Melissa Ryan

    Grateful for yoga and Dan’s gentle wisdom

  • John Stracks

  • Kell Armstrong

    I’ve done this class previously… today a lot of emotions came up during camel….. guess that’s where they’ve been hiding… my low back. Much Gratitude Dan… I hope to get to a live class with you one day.

  • Anna Heaton

    This class is everything you didn’t know you needed!

  • Megan

    Fantastic class.

  • laurambsmith

  • leaschneider

  • Kate Tucker

    Super sweet. I little flow a little strength a lot of mellow! Thanks Dan!

  • maryfgriggs

  • Angela

  • dmotr

  • Beth Knaide

    Nice peaceful flow that generates heat.

  • Kim

    I’m so glad to have discovered Dan! This class is one of the best examples why. His cues are so unique and interesting. The way he simplifies a mindset and carries the class (virtually or in person) is brilliant! I haven’t even mentioned the sequence yet which is always safe and intelligent! Thanks, Dan!

  • Gyongyi Gulyas

    Excellent class. The sequences are built to warm you and prepare you for deeper and deeper poses and it works. I am feeling great after. Thanks.

  • constance

    The perfect class the day after a long travel day. A slow, steady mindful opening of my body, just what I needed. And that little adjustment in the standing foot and inner leg for one legged standing forward bend, seriously, I felt my extended leg break the cloud cover! Haha! Amazing. Thanks Dan…???♥️

  • Ms. A Johnson

    Love this class! I tried it as a morning session.I found it was very refreshing, easy, gentle, relaxing and released those AM tensions. Time flew by in the class. Thanks Dan!

  • Silvia Marty

    This was great, thanks a lot!

  • Andria

    I’d give this 10 stars if I could. ????‍♀️ Thank you so much, Dan.

  • Andrea

    One of my favourites!

  • SK

    Really beautiful class. I’ve done this class several times when I’m tired or need to take the pace back. I love the simplicity of the poses (there are no tricks) and it always amazes me how quickly shavasana comes around. I don’t know where the time disappears to. Thanks so much.

  • jillianmaclaughlin85

    An excellent, easy, gentle flow. Just what I needed before bed. Thank you. My only suggestion would be that you call it Dan Ward facing dog for now on. Namaste.

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  • bethfoor

    I’ve practiced two days consecutively. I absolutely love the cues and attention to taking care of oneself throughout the hour. I feel amazing and grateful. Thank you!

  • Rachel Joseph

  • Ashley

  • JessicaMSwartz

    Lots of helpful cues I hadn’t heard before. However, I wouldn’t rate this as a flow class or as “dynamic.” It is a much slower pace and focused on the good stretches.

  • Lynn

  • Joseph

    Thank you, Dan, during our beautiful country’s trying times, yours is a perfect yoga practice and advice regarding being Complacent. One of my favorite quotes of Dr. Albert Einstein is, ” Don’t forget, don’t stop questioning”. I am deeply grateful for you and Power Yoga. Namaste.

  • Carolyn

    What a nice, sweet release. Thank you.

  • colleenjost

  • Brenda

    One of my favorite go-to classes! Thanks Dan!

  • Haru

  • Katie Bertacchi

    Absolutely wonderful you are a gift??

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