Continual Living, Loving and Learning at Tru For U
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Yoga is a powerful tool for supporting physical strength, building mental clarity and creating meaningful relation- ships while encouraging self-care habits. At Tru For U in St. Thomas, a range of yoga classes are designed for various levels of fitness. Kelly Hovorka is a retired nurse, with her background in geriatric and neuropsychiatry. She is both Yin and Restorative Certified, and began practicing yoga at Tru For U approximately ten years ago: “From the beginning, I felt the warmth of Tru: the teachers, the inclusivity, being such a supportive and loving community.” Kelly is one of Tru For U’s inspiring teachers who instruct these classes, with others including: Kris Bannerman, Cathy Casagrande, Sarah Collier, Anne Gray-Hiddink, Natalie Kanellis, Mercedes Lander, Nancy Lawrence, Annette Mellor, Heather Ross and April Stirling. Tru For U offers a number of respective classes for seniors, including Yang Yin, Good Night Sleep Tight, Flow, Detox Flow and Fundamentals. Certain classes are instructed in a hot atmosphere, while their Yin and Restorative sessions take place in a climate with reduced temperature. Props are also utilized for support in the latter, such as blankets, blocks, bolsters and straps. As Kelly details, “This calming, introspective class blends the long-held, meditative stretches of Yin yoga with the nurturing, supportive poses of Restorative yoga. Through stillness and the breath, we target the Yin tissues — tendons, ligaments and fascia — to promote flexibility and energetic balance, then shift into full supported poses that encourage total relaxation and nervous system reset. Expect to leave feeling grounded, spacious and deeply at ease; perfect for all levels, especially those seeking balance, recovery, or stress relief.” The benefits of yoga for seniors extend far beyond the mat. Regular practice can enhance focus, heart health, posture and beyond. Whether your goal is to sustain mobility, manage stress, or foster connection, yoga at Tru For U provides seniors with a path to healthier, more balanced living -- the first class being free. As Kelly concludes, “At Tru, we guide people to classes that will benefit their needs and meet them where they are at on their wellness journey. I appreciate this kind and supportive community.” Tru For U is located at 459 Talbot Street with plenty of two-hour parking behind the building, available at no cost.
Students are welcome to register and review upcoming workshops on the WellnessLiving app, which is accessible through the truforu.ca website.
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