Celebrate International Day of Yoga, at Gresswell Forest.

Join me on a 1.5 hour gentle exploration of Gresswell Forest. During this session we will walk, breath, practice yoga and then sit and soak up the medicine of the forest.

Gresswell Forest is on Wurundjeri land and is one of the most intact examples of grassy woodland in the Melbourne Metropolitan region.

Parking: Limited off-street parking in car park.

Meet: Between the toilet block and the main gate into the Reserve

What to expect:
During this guided group session, we will walk into Gresswell Forest practice some gentle hatha yoga and pranayamas (yogic breath) and finishing with a seated or laying meditation focusing on the sounds of the forest. People will be encourages to listen to their bodies and practice the yoga poses with awareness. Carolyn can also make suggestions for adjustments. We will finish inside the parkland at 11.30am, with some lemon myrtle tea. This session is suitable for yogis of any level and recommended for participants 16 years and over.

Benefits:
Moving our bodies, using all our senses and immersing ourselves in the atmosphere of the forest has been shown to have many health benefits. Research shows that it can improved mental and physical health, reduce stress levels, regulate pulse and blood pressure and elevate mood.

Time: Please arrive early so we can start at 10am

Where: Gresswell Forest, opposite 233 Greenwood Drive, Bundoora, 3083.

Meet: near the BBQ shelter.
Recommended clothing: Comfortable unrestrictive clothing suitable for yoga and the forecast weather conditions. Closed toe shoes are recommended for walking in to the Forest (shoes can be removed during the yoga practice). Note that the paths we will be walking on have gravel and or sticks.

Please bring: A yoga mat or large beach towel, a water bottle, any medication, clothing suitable for yoga and the weather. Note: your body temperature is likely to drop when you stop for the final part of this practice, so a spare warm layer is advised. Spare yoga mats are available on request.

Please contact Carolyn if you have any questions.