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restoring internal harmony, together.

through healing sound and grounding, gentle movement, rosa guides mindfulness-based practices designed to restore balance to the emotional, spiritual and physical body. her practice is informed by science, and led by the heart.

rosa believes that conscious rest is an access point to greater sustained wellbeing and deeper self-inquiry.

rosa’s offerings are designed to support nervous system regulation and deeper spiritual connection so that we may show up more fully, responsibly and compassionately in the world.

MODALITIES USED IN PRACTICE

  • sound healing is an ancient practice of using healing vibrations at strategic frequencies to promote relaxation. sound healing has been shown to help alleviate anxiety, stress, insomnia, and even physical pain through stimulating the parasympathic nervous system.

    sound baths are deep, guided meditations featuring instruments such as crystal singing bowls, tibetan singing bowls, gongs, chimes, flutes, rattles and the human voice.

    this vibrational medicine medicine allows us to passively access certain brain wave states, theta and beta, that are only normally accessed through deep sleep, and transcendental guided meditation.

  • yin-yoga, also known as taoist yoga, features long-held (between 3-10 minutes) restorative postures, with supportive tools like blocks, bolsters and blankets, to encourage stillness, calm and introspection.

    poses are designed to strengthen the connective tissues, or fascia, and open energy centers in the body identified by traditional chinese medicine.

    this practice is seen as an antidote to our typically “yang” lives - which center achieving, rushing, producing - and asks us to breathe deeply and find internal quiet. it is rooted in softness and sustainability.

  • breathwork is the practice of intentionally changing breathing patterns to shift our internal state. Benefits of breathwork include lowering stress, improving sleep, boosting mood and increasing immunity.

    breathwork techniques used in rosa’s classes are not active, or holotropic, but based in yogic principles to slow down the heart rate and calm the mind.

  • one of our most powerful tools to self-heal and self-regulate is the voice. classes may feature humming, collective chanting and invitations for intuitive sound expression in combination with stretch.

꩜ sound healing 101 ꩜

  • while every sound bath is different (in location, theme, and props to access), it is generally recommended to dress comfortably to be in a laying down position and to bring a yoga mat for support.

    additionally, any other items needed to support the body in a laying down position for up to 90 minutes — blanket, cushion, pillow, snuggie — are all welcome.

    a source of water is also recommended.

  • in a south bath, students can expect to be invited to sit reclined, or to lie down. once in a resting position, students will be led through gentle breathwork, and will hear healing sounds from crystal singing bowls, chimes, and various other instruments while being guided into meditation. a sound bath is intended to help students relax, and prepare the body and mind for deep sleep.

    this is typically held in a group healing format. some report

    a sound bath can last anywhere from 30 - 90 minutes.

  • while sound baths are generally considered safe and relaxing for pregnant women, please always consult your physician or healthcare provider before you attend your first sound bath while carrying <3

  • the only groups given an advisory warning against attending sound baths are folks with pacemakers or other implanted medical devices as the strong vibrations from instruments may interfere with these devices.

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