Surfin’ With Dolphins

About This Class

Bryan Kest leads this full-length dynamic flow as both a physical practice and a moving meditation, returning again and again to deep, smooth nasal breathing as the central discipline. The class opens in child's pose with a grounding mindfulness introduction, then builds through cobra warm-ups and a sun-salutation-style vinyasa series (plank, chin-to-floor lowering, cobra, downward dog). The standing sequence is extensive and creative: downward dog to warrior-style lunges with spinal balance (extended plank), Bruce Lee–style leg extensions, figure-four chair balance, surfing twists, and airplane balancing pose, all performed on both sides. Hip flexors and hip joints are targeted deeply through low lunge (crescent lunge) with a quad stretch and an optional lifted-knee variation. Hip openers continue with a low squat twist (bound malasana-style), a forearm/dolphin pose interlude, and a lizard-style hip sink with optional quad grab. A wide-legged forward fold and a seated straddle stretch address hamstrings and inner thighs. The class finishes with supine twists, a knees-to-chest squeeze, and an extended savasana with guidance on releasing the breath and quieting the mind. Throughout, Bryan emphasizes self-moderation, personal pacing, ego release, and the healing power of a calm mind.