Encounter Grace Yoga
Encounter Grace Yoga
bringing mindfulness and greater ease to each moment of your day...
Welcome to Encounter Grace Yoga
Welcome to Encounter Grace Yoga
Allison Forsyth is a 200 hRYT registered yoga instructor with Yoga Alliance, the largest nonprofit governing association representing the North American yoga community. With over 250 hours of training, and ten years of teaching experience, she desires to encourage others toward a healthier and calmer lifestyle through the healing practice of yoga.
Allison's background in classical ballet naturally draws her toward a "flow practice", aware of how a body moves in space with the breath, bringing a sense of grace and observance to each posture and transition.
encounter grace where you are...
Merriam-Webster defines grace as approval, favor, or unmerited assistance. To be under grace is to understand that you are accepted, loved, and approved of beyond the usual human judgments, labels or expectations. Just as you are. Right here, and right now. To come to the mat and to sit with yourself in perfect love-complete forgiveness and tenderness, is Grace. Yoga practice can provide the physical space and mental quiet to comprehend the idea that you are indeed perfectly loved just as you are. This is a beautiful step on any journey. Let's meet together in that blessed space.
What is Yoga?
What is Yoga?
Yoga is a physical, mental and inner-heart practice dating from ancient India; part of their form of medical arts. The word yoga comes from the Sanscrit "Yuj" and means Union, or, to Yoke. We join mind, body and breath during the practice, creating a peaceful presence of mind and a centered and connected physical body.
Yoga is not a religion; anyone can practice yoga no matter their personal beliefs. People from all world views, religious doctrines and mindsets can experience the benefits of the poses, stretches, meditations and breath-work that are a part of yoga practice. At its most practical level, yoga is a process of becoming more aware and accepting of who we are; in our bodies, our minds and in our hearts.
Encounter Grace Yoga offers the healing modalities of yoga practice to assist in strengthening the physical body with careful attention to alignment and to support a mindfulness practice that grounds the client, alleviating tension and anxiety.
Gentle flow yoga class at Daveste Vineyards in Troutman, NC
What can yoga do for you?
What can yoga do for you?
Using yoga practice to improve health and vitality by:
Learning yoga postures, meditation
and relaxation techniques
Reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms
Improve lung and cardiovascular health
Improve joint mobility, postural alignment, flexibility, strength and balance
Increased awareness of physical and emotional states
Improve concentration and sleep habits
Creating enhanced feelings of wellbeing
photo by sheri allison at allison's woods, statesville, nc
photo by sheri allison at allison's woods, statesville, nc
What class participants and clients are saying...
What class participants and clients are saying...
...my daughter and I attended Allison’s class for the first time. It lasted about an hour, and cannot say enough about how great it was. She was very helpful, friendly, warm, and a joy to be around. Her gentle yoga classes are good for all levels.
I would definitely recommend anyone to join this friendly group that meets at Trinity Church every week.
Karine P. via facebook
Allison teaches with skill and compassion. She encourages listening to your own body and suggests alternatives to help individualize the practice. From beginner to advanced, all levels can experience the benefits of yoga under Allison's guidance.
Susan C. via facebook
Allison is a beautiful instructor with a lot of experience and a wonderful flow. I love her classes, her music, and how she always ends with a beautiful quote.
Melissa M. via facebook
Allison is a fabulous instructor. She provides a space that is safe and nurturing no matter what level of student you are. Her classes build strength in both body and mind.
Jean L. via MindBody Let it Flow
*Private & Group Classes Available*
*Private & Group Classes Available*
Guided meditation and breathing exercises
Aromatherapy and relaxation techniques
Yin Yoga with myofascial release
Chair practice as an alternative to mat practice
Therapeutic slow flow practice with personalized attention to alignment and posture
Focus classes on particular health concerns such as hypertension, arthritis, or stress management
Guided meditation and breathing exercises
Aromatherapy and relaxation techniques
Yin Yoga with myofascial release
Chair practice as an alternative to mat practice
Therapeutic slow flow practice with personalized attention to alignment and posture
Focus classes on particular health concerns such as hypertension, arthritis, or stress management
Current Class Schedule
Gentle Flow @ Trinity Episcopal Church
801 Henkel Road, Statesville, NC
Stay Tuned for upcoming class announcements!
This gentle flow class is suitable for all levels and is offered on a donation basis. Enter the church from the north parking lot. There is plenty of space to spread out. Please bring your own mat. Email Allison at the address on the contact page with any questions about the class or practice.
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