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Yoga for Healthy Aging - Inversions for Osteoporosis and Osteopenia

  • In Person & Online at California Yoga Center 1776 Miramonte Avenue Mountain View, CA, 94040 United States (map)

Can you practice inversions when you have osteoporosis or osteopenia?

With the right understanding, modifications, and use of props, inversions can be explored in ways that respect your body and your individual condition.

Lori and Patti will introduce inversions step by step, breaking down each stage to help you develop greater understanding and confidence. We will explore the actions and stages in ways that respect your specific condition.Using clear instruction, appropriate modifications, and the intelligent use of props, you will learn to safely practice inversions while living with osteoporosis or osteopenia.

You do not need to be proficient in Headstand (Sirsasana) or Shoulderstand (Salamba Sarvangasa) to benefit from this workshop. Adaptations will be given for students to explore the poses according to their experience and physical condition.

Saturday January 16th, 1.00 - 3.30 PM PDT

This workshop is for students interested in:

  • Strengthening their foundation 

  • Refining and deepening their understanding of inversions

  • Safely and creatively exploring the preliminary stages 

  • Building confidence practicing in class and at home while working with physical conditions

In this supportive and informative workshop, Lori and Patti will share their years of personal experience of both yoga and osteoporosis. By using intention, right action, and a deeper understanding of how the body changes over time you will learn to develop an approach to daily movement that builds trust in your body. You will leave feeling more optimistic about living a strong, healthy, vibrant life.

Six months of yoga experience recommended

Member discount automatically applied at checkout.


Saturday, January 16th from 1:00-3:30 pm PDT in Person & Online

Non-members: $90: Members 15% discount

Session will be recorded and available to all registrants after the class for 2 weeks.


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