Japanese Remedial Yoga
Japanese Remedial Yoga Therapy is a holistic therapeutic practice that blends traditional yoga postures
with the ancient health philosophies of Traditional Chinese and Japanese Medicine.
Japanese Remedial Yoga Therapy combines yoga with the principles of energy flow, as understood in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Japanese healing practices. Central to this therapy is the concept of chi (also known as ki in Japanese), which is the life force energy that flows through our bodies along energy pathways known as meridians. Each meridian is connected to a specific organ or energy type, and these energy pathways are fundamental to the balance of the body, mind, and spirit. This approach supports individuals in achieving a deeper sense of balance, healing, and overall wellness.
When the flow of chi is disrupted—whether blocked, stagnant, or excessive—it can negatively affect the health and function of the body. Japanese Remedial Yoga Therapy aims to open and restore the flow of chi through targeted stretches, postures, and movements that align with the body’s meridian system. By doing so, the practice helps individuals achieve physical balance, emotional stability, and mental clarity.
This practice is performed on a mat and treats the whole person. It is a self-help and remedial system of healing that works by stretching and opening the meridians, improving overall body function, and fostering a sense of control and well-being.
How:
Initial Assessment and Personalized Plan: An assessment of the individual’s body, posture, flexibility, and any areas of physical or emotional concern. Based on this, a personalized yoga therapy plan is created, focusing on specific needs such as improving flexibility, alleviating pain, or releasing emotional tension.
Therapeutic Yoga Practice and Techniques: The therapy integrates traditional yoga postures with techniques from Japanese and Chinese medicine, including gentle stretches, breathing exercises, and mindfulness practices designed to unblock energy channels and restore balance.
The sessions are slow, deliberate, and adaptable, designed to align with the participant’s body and energy flow.
Restoring Energy Balance and Functionality: The practice works to enhance the functionality of the left and right sides of the body, strengthen both the front and back, and improve the flexibility and twisting ability of the body.
By opening and stretching the body’s meridians, participants can experience greater emotional stability and improved overall health.
Ongoing Support and Adjustments: Each session is adjusted to suit the evolving needs of the participant, whether focusing on physical strength, flexibility, or emotional grounding.
Regular sessions help participants integrate the techniques into their daily lives, enhancing their overall well-being and long-term vitality.
Benefits of Japanese Remedial Yoga Therapy
- Clears a Busy Mind: The practice of stretching and breathing helps calm the mind, clear mental clutter, and promote clarity.
- Enhances Strength, Flexibility, and Ease of Movement: The therapy improves both upper and lower body strength, while promoting flexibility and fluidity in movement.
- Relieves Tension and Increases Relaxation: By releasing physical tension and enhancing the ability to relax, participants experience a greater sense of peace and calm.
- Improves Balance: Strengthens the body’s balance, both physically and emotionally, fostering a sense of harmony.
- Improves Sleep: As tension is released and the body is restored, sleep quality improves.
- Balances Hormonal and Digestive Processes: The flow of chi positively affects the body’s hormonal and digestive systems, supporting overall vitality.
- Tones the Body Rather Than Bulking Up: Tones and strengthens the body in a balanced and sustainable way, focusing on lean muscle strength and endurance.
- Builds Core Strength for Emotional Stability: By strengthening the core, participants enhance not only their physical strength but also emotional resilience, leading to greater stability in day-to-day life.
- A holistic, personalized approach to wellness—one that integrates body, mind, and spirit to support lasting transformation; helping individuals unlock their body’s potential, find relief from discomfort, and build a deep sense of balance and vitality.