Knee pain is a common complaint in the body. Whether we have chronic or occasional pain in the knee, we often deepen our suffering through having an unskillful and unkind relationship to the pain. Due to years of striving, misuse, and overuse, Satya has been working with bone deterioration in her knees for years. She will offer self-massage, strengthening, and stretching techniques that may help manage or eliminate knee pain. Practice techniques to strengthen and release the major muscles and fascia related knee pain: gluteus muscles, rotators, tensor fascia, quadriceps, hamstrings, and calves. We will move slowly and methodically into Yoga poses that strengthen and stabilize around the knee and stretch key muscles so the knees and all joints glide and act as shock absorbers. Discover how cultivating radical acceptance, loving-kindness, and compassion can transform our relationship to our physical pain. Even folks without knee pain will learn a lot in this workshop: the principles of biomechanics that support movement of all sorts, sitting in a way that supports all joints, modifications for healthy aging and longevity, and how to foster alignment in Yoga poses for the optimal flow of energy. Along with a 90 minute full spectrum gentle Hatha practice, we will explore contemplation, discussion, and partner activities. Bring a journal and a writing utensil. In the spirit of ahimsa and radical incluvitiy, 3 Scholarships available for communities impacted by state violence: Immigrants, Queer and Trans folks, and Black, Indigenous and People of color (BIPOC) Folks with more privilege (white, cis, straight etc) are invited to give more for the workshop to support the inclusion of these groups.

Cost: 45-72 sliding scale
*Folks with more privilege (white, cis, straight) are invited to give more to support scholarships for those impacted by state violence: Immigrants, Queer and Trans folks, and Black, Indigenous and People of color (BIPOC) folks.