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Restorative Yoga Sequence

RelaxRestorative60 minBeginner

Restorative classes are mostly about set-up. This plan uses five well-supported poses held for several minutes each, with a little gentle movement at the start.

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The sequence

≈ 59 min including transitions

01Arrive4 min

  1. 1Constructive Rest3 min

02Gentle movement5 min

  1. 2Cat–Cow6 breaths
  2. 3Windshield Wiper Knees8 breaths
  3. 4Knees to Chest6 breaths

03Restorative39 min

  1. 5Supported Child’s Pose6 min
  2. 6Supported Twist4 minRight
  3. 7Supported Twist4 minLeft
  4. 8Supported Bridge6 min
  5. 9Supported Fish6 min
  6. 10Legs Up the Wall7 min

04Final rest11 min

  1. 11Final Rest10 min

A planning aid for qualified or appropriately trained teachers. Offer options, and adapt to the health, injuries, pregnancy and experience of your students. Pose notes are general considerations, not medical advice.

Or build your own restorative class from a purpose.