My approach to restorative yoga grew out of years of working with the body under physical and mental load, and from noticing how deeply we need true rest, not just time off. In these sessions, the body is fully supported with props and held in comfortable positions for longer periods, so there is no stretching, striving, or correcting. The invitation is to let the nervous system settle and allow the body to recover in its own time.
Restorative yoga is especially supportive after intense activity - such as skiing - or stress, when the system is still in a state of alert. Through stillness, gentle guidance, and a slow pace, the practice helps release accumulated tension, calm the mind, and restore a sense of safety and ease. Nothing needs to be achieved. You are welcome to rest, breathe, and listen to what your body needs in that moment.
This program grew out of my own need to slow down and reconnect in a world that often moves too fast. During our time together in nature, we gently step out of everyday pace and into a quieter rhythm. The structure is simple and supportive: easy walking, guided sensory awareness, moments of stillness, and time to rest. Nothing is forced. You are invited to notice what feels right for you.
The immersion is inspired by the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing, which means allowing the atmosphere of the forest to affect us through the senses. Research shows that spending time this way in nature can lower stress, calm the nervous system, support the immune system, and improve overall well-being. I have seen how powerful this can be, especially for people living busy, digital, city-based lives.
Many of us experience what is often called nature deficit disorder — not because something is wrong with us, but because modern life pulls us away from natural rhythms. This immersion offers a gentle return. By slowing down, listening, and simply being in nature, we create space for the body and mind to settle, recharge, and remember a sense of connection and belonging.