10400 - Gentle Mat Yoga

Course Overview

This gentle mat yoga class focuses on clear alignment, steady breathwork, and foundational yoga postures that support strength, mobility, and stability. Each session offers practical guidance and simple progressions to help you move with awareness and confidence. You’ll build familiarity with the basics while developing a stronger connection between breath and movement. Whether you are new to yoga or returning to the basics, this class creates a grounded path toward greater balance, mobility, and calm.

What You'll Learn

Develop awareness of healthy alignment in foundational yoga postures to support safety, stability, and ease of movement.
Practice intentional breathwork to enhance body awareness, regulate the nervous system, and support stress relief.
Build strength, mobility, and balance through accessible mat-based yoga movements and postures.
Increase confidence with foundational yoga poses, including appropriate modifications and supportive variations.
Improve coordination between breath and movement to cultivate steadiness and efficiency in practice.
Support relaxation and stress management through simple techniques that can be used both in and beyond class.
Encourage consistent, mindful movement habits that promote long-term physical comfort and overall well-being.

Who Should Attend

No yoga experience necessary. This class is appropriate for beginning yogi's and anyone looking to deepen their yoga practice through a gentle and stress relieving practice.

Additional Information

Please bring a yoga mat and water.

Safety Information

Participation is at your own risk. Please consult your physician before beginning any exercise program.

UNM Tuition Remission

UNM Staff, Faculty, and Retirees: This class is eligible for UNM Tuition Remission under Personal Enrichment (Health & Fitness). Click here to see UNM HR's Tuition Remission for eligibility and tax liabilities.