Elemental Yoga: Metal

374 Metal Museum Drive,Memphis TN 38106

16 July, 2021

Description

Explore the elements of Traditional Chines Medicine through yoga in this free outdoor pop-up class. Join yoga teacher Gary Berglund on an invigorating journey of self-care through the lens of yoga and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). This 60-minute class combines vinyasa (athletic flow) and yin (long-held stretches) to stimulate meridians supporting TCM elements of wood, fire, earth, metal and water. This class will focus on the element of metal, which corresponds to organs such as lungs, hair, skin and large intestines. in TCM, metal also governs the emotional states of grief, sadness, apathy, insensitivity and depression. According to TCM, an imbalance of this element in the body can lead to skin and hair issues, depression, antisocial behaviors, self harming behaviors, digestive problems. Balanced metal provides objectivity and the propensity to overcome difficult events, adversity, and stress without being insensitive to others. The class is held in an open-air covered space overlooking the river on the grounds of the Metal Museum. Feel free to look around the gardens and explore while you are here. This is a really special place! Covid protocols: Outdoor class on a windy bluff.Mats placed 6 feet apart.Touch-free class.Bring: Yoga matAny props you'd like to use (blanket, pillow, bolster, strap, etc.)When you arrive: Walk through the wrought-iron gates and past the main building to your left.Once you've passed the main building you'll see an open grassy area.To the left you will see a tent.Come to the tent, say hello and check in with Gary.