Kristine Whittle is a yoga teacher trainer, massage therapist, and dance theatre artist. She is deeply committed to sharing these practices in service of restoration and healing. The Restorative Yoga Training she has developed and refined over the past couple decades focuses on harnessing the power of conscious rest through the art of deep listening & embodied self-awareness. She carries deep gratitude for her teachers: Jim and Ruthie Bernaert, Ellen Saltonstall, Josh Schrei, and many more, including each person she has had the honor to share these offerings with.
Well my friends…Here we are. I have lots of feels and few words for these times, so I thought I’d share something from Choctaw writer Pixie Lighthorse in her beautiful book Prayers of Honoring: Help us remember the value of our presence at this moment in time…Help us with our night vision—for moving through darkness with courage…Allow us to love the darkness—wrap it around our shoulders, hunker down at the fire with it and honor the wisdom that comes from time spent in the dark. Give us a cauldron to stir and the years and patience to wait for the good brew…Help us surrender and feel everything, especially when we have nothing to comfort us or take the edge off. Teach us to understand that it is not beyond, but within our human chaos that calm directives are located. Let us default to great love in times of doubting ourselves and each other as we work together toward solutions.
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In the spirit of great love, here are some new Winter & Early Spring Offerings:
Jan 26: Sacred Twin Hearts & Cacao Gathering with Candess Jan 27: New 4th Monday Restorative Yoga with Kristine Feb 1: Medicine of Hope Practice with Buffy and Kristine Mar 28-30: Restorative Yoga Training Part 2 with Kristine ~Plus~ Weekly Class Schedule Massage Therapy & Pranic Healing in Lakewood
Sacred Twin Hearts & Cacao Gathering Practices for Personal and Planetary Healing with Candess Giyan/Prana Moves plus Song & Mantra Reps with Kristine Sunday January 26 4-6pm 910Arts, Denver CO More info here
The Medicine of Hope Practices to Ignite Inspiration with Kristine & Buffy Movement, Breath, Story, Song, Ritual, Rest, Writing. Saturday, Feb 1st 4-6pm at Samadhi Yoga Sangha Halfway between Winter Solstice & Spring Equinox, let us gather to move, breathe, rest and renew our creative spark together in community.
We will leave the circle with simple, practical tools to support and infuse our lives with sacred inspiration.
Restorative Yoga Training Part 2 Elemental Rest and the Subtle Body March 28-30 (Fri 6-9, Sat 12:30-7, Sun 12:30-4:30) Flow Yoga Studio in Lakewood, CO ~ Settle into a deeper exploration of basic and advanced restorative yoga asana ~ Discover how restorative yoga practice affects the subtle (energy) body ~ Examine Ayurvedic and 5 Element Theory & Practice ~ Practice 3 Restorative sequences designed to balance doshas and energy flow ~ Look at the connection between the nervous system and energy body ~ Weave basic pranayama and sound healing into restorative asana practice ~ Teachers earn 15 Yoga Alliance CE hours (13 contact, 2 independent study)More Info Here
WEDNESDAYS 5:00 – 6:00pm Restorative Yoga (Online) Pay What You Can – 1st Class is free. More Info Here Zoom Link Meeting ID: 851 1929 7093 Passcode: 801706
WEDNESDAYS 6:00 – 7:00pm Roll.Release.Restore. Bodymind Ballwork (Online) Pay What You Can – 1st class is free. More Info Here Zoom Link Meeting ID: 827 5591 5380 Passcode: 902151
I have been investing in a lot of continuing education lately that I’m integrating into my teaching and hands on bodywork practice.
Monday-Friday 10am-3pm. 1 hr $95 / 1.5 hrs $135
kristine@restorativetherapies.org or message me at 303-482-6124. Gift Certificates and Massage Balls Available in my newsquare store. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ “““““““““““““““““““““““
May you nurture and deepen your connection to the forces of love, compassion, and healing this season, and may our individual and collective magic be greater than the madness.
I hope we’ll connect this Autumn to ground down, release tension, and breathe space into our bodies, hearts and minds. You are warmly invited to join me for these offerings:
~ Roll & Restore Bodymind Ballwork Workshop Sept 14 ~ Roll & Restore Series Wednesdays 6:30-8pm Sept 18-Oct 9 ~ Level 1 Restorative Yoga Immersion & Training Sept 27-29 ~ Level 2 Restorative Yoga Immersion & Training Oct 11-13 ~ NOURISH Hot Springs Yoga Retreat Nov 1-3 ~ Myofascial Massage & Pranic Healing Sessions ~ Drop In Restorative Yoga Online 5-6pm Wednesdays ~ Drop In Roll & Restore Ballwork Online 6-7pm Wednesdays ~ Drop In Flow & Restore Yoga 10:45am-12pm at Samadhi
Aaaaand….
HEY YOU GUYS!
Check out my new Square Shop Online, where you can pay for all things Restorative Therapies such as online classes, workshops, trainings, massage balls, massage & private yoga sessions!
(You can still use venmo@kristine-whittle if you’d prefer.:)
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AUTUMN 2024 WORKSHOPS ~ CLASS SERIES~ IMMERSIONS ~ TRAININGS RETREATS ~ BODYWORK SESSIONS AND MORE ———-
Roll & Restore Bodymind Ballwork Workshop Saturday Sept 14th 4-5:30pm at Samadhi Yoga Sangha
Bodymind Ballwork is a type of Self-Myofascial Release that works with the body, feeling and massaging muscles & fascia with pressure from rubber balls. We will focus on the Spine, Shoulders, Neck, Lower Back, Hips, Abdomen, & Feet. You will leave this workshop with a new toolbox for relieving pain and tension including detailed handouts to refer to when practicing at home and an optional set of Massage Balls for $35.
Roll & Restore 4 Class Series 4 Wednesdays Sept 18th-Oct 9th, 6:30-8pm at Restorative Therapies’ Home Studio in Lakewood
Bodymind Ballwork is a type of Self-Myofascial Release that works with the body, feeling and massaging muscles & fascia with pressure from rubber balls. You will leave this class series with a new toolbox for relieving pain and tension including detailed handouts to refer to when practicing at home and an optional set of Massage Balls for $35.
9/18 Class 1: Back, Hips & Best Every Day Practices 9/25 Class 2: The Abdomen, Ribs, and Breathing 10/2 Class 3: Shoulders, Neck, Head, Arms, Hands 10/9 Class 4: Hips, Thighs, Knees, Lower Legs, Feet
Sept 27th-29th Fri 5-9pm, Sat 1-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm at Restorative Therapies’ Home Studio in Lakewood
There is potential for deep healing within each of us. Restorative Yoga offers us an opportunity to access it. Restorative Yoga is a profoundly nourishing and rejuvenating self care practice of conscious relaxation in supported yoga postures.
Designed to introduce the basic concepts and methodologies of teaching Restorative Yoga, this 13 hour nourishing and educational experience is suited for new and experienced yoga and somatics teachers as well as body workers, nurses, physical therapists and mental health professionals. Dedicated Restorative Yoga students who wish to deepen their practice are also welcome.
~Learn the science behind how restorative yoga works
Level 2 Restorative Yoga Immersion & Training Oct 11th-13th at Flow Yoga Studio Fri 6-9pm, Sat 1-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm Building upon the foundations created in the level 1 weekend, this training is designed to further develop understanding and application of subtle body theory and practice to teaching an expanded Restorative Yoga curriculum. This 15 hour nourishing and educational experience is suited for new and experienced yoga and somatics teachers as well as body workers, nurses, physical therapists and mental health therapists. Details & Sign up HERE
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NOURISH YOGA & HOT SPRINGS RETREAT with Buffy Barfoot & Kristine Whittle November 1-3, 2024 Mt Princeton Hot Springs, Nathrop, CO
Join Buffy and Kristine for a weekend of yoga, hot springs, delicious food, and community. Immerse yourself in a serene and supportive weekend container designed to nourish your heart, mind, and body. Connect with like-minded individuals as you explore new yoga practices, savor wholesome meals, and soak in the healing waters of the hot springs.
I see folks at my healing space in Lakewood Monday-Friday 10am-3pm. 1 hr $95 1.5 hrs $135
My practice is pretty full, but there are some openings for new clients. To inquire about working with me, email kristine@restorativetherapies.org or message me at 303-482-6124.
Gift Certificates and Massage Balls Available in my newsquare store.
Autumn, vata season, is right around the corner. Join us this October to learn how restorative yoga practice balances the windy, chaotic, spacey qualities of the season through grounding, nourishing, & soothing conscious rest.
Level 2 Restorative Training at Flow Yoga Studio is Oct 11-13:
Level 1 Training or similar is a pre-requisite for this level 2 Training, and I’m offering one at my home studio in Lakewood, CO September 27-29.
Restorative Yoga Teacher TrainingLevel 1
with Kristine Whittle, E-RYT 500, YACEP, LMT
Fri 5pm-9pm, Sat 1pm-6, Sun 11am-5
There is potential for deep healing within each of us. Restorative Yoga offers us an opportunity to access it. Restorative Yoga is a profoundly nourishing and rejuvenating self care practice of conscious relaxation in supported yoga postures.
Designed to introduce the basic concepts and methodologies of teaching Restorative Yoga, this 13hour nourishing and educational experience is suited for new and experienced yoga and somatics teachers as well as body workers, nurses, physical therapists and mental health professionals. Dedicated Restorative Yoga students who wish to deepen their practice are also welcome.
~Learn the science behind how restorative yoga works
~Learn to draw upon restorative practice for self-care & care of others
~Receive & learn a handful of simple, effective assists (optional)
~Confidently teach a full Restorative class
~Develop a program for students and clients
~Take home a printed manual with photos & instructions
~ Teachers earn 13 YA CE hrs
“I felt like the restorative workshop gave me a complete toolkit for designing and conducting my own classes. The pace was good, the poses provided and practiced were varied and useful, the assists were great and everything was nicely packaged such that it was easy to assimilate the information. While I had done some restorative classes prior to taking the class, I feel the workshop I did following the class was more polished and robust. I have recommended the training to others who are interested in restorative.” C.L., RYT
Reserve your spot with a $100 deposit or full $235 payment:
This training weekend is designed for a small group of folks who are interested in spending a restful weekend among friends and community members, practicing and learning the foundations of Restorative Yoga Practice and how to share it with others.
Friday March 1st 5-9pm (Open as a stand alone workshop) Saturday March 2nd 1-6pm Sunday March 3rd 11am-5pm
Investment: $235 Friday only: $65
2298 Kipling St. Lakewood, CO 80215
To register:
1. Email kristine@restorativetherapies.org to express your interest. Wait for confirmation that there is space in this small training.
2. Upon confirmation, send $235 (or $65 for Friday only) to either:
You will receive a second confirmation email with details for the weekend.
More details on what this is about and who it is for:
There is potential for deep healing within each of us. Restorative Yoga offers us an opportunity to access it. Restorative Yoga is a profoundly nourishing and rejuvenating self care practice of conscious relaxation in supported yoga postures.
Designed to introduce the basic concepts and methodologies of teaching Restorative Yoga, this 16 hour nourishing and educational experience is suited for new and experienced yoga and somatics teachers as well as body workers, nurses, physical therapists and mental health professionals. Dedicated Restorative Yoga students who wish to deepen their practice are also welcome.
~Experience 3 Full Restorative Yoga Practices (1 each day) ~Learn the science behind how restorative yoga works ~ Learn & explore 24+ restorative postures & variations for individual needs ~Learn to draw upon restorative practice for self-care & care of others
~Receive & learn a handful of simple, effective assists (optional) ~Confidently teach a full Restorative class ~Develop a program for students and clients ~Take home a printed manual with photos & instructions
“I felt like the restorative workshop gave me a complete toolkit for designing and conducting my own classes. The pace was good, the poses provided and practiced were varied and useful, the assists were great and everything was nicely packaged such that it was easy to assimilate the information. While I had done some restorative classes prior to taking the class, I feel the workshop I did following the class was more polished and robust. I have recommended the training to others who are interested in restorative.” C.L., RYT
“I was immediately comfortable with Kristine’s warmth, instruction and candor. If it had to do with deepening her or her students’ knowledge and understanding of how to deepen the practice of restorative yoga, she was open to sharing it and to hearing feedback from participants in the training. Nothing was held back- she taught us all the tricks of her trade. The training was rich with well structured information and a good amount of hands-on time in both level one and two. I feel incredibly fortunate to have learned from someone with so much prior knowledge of not just yoga, but a background in body work, deep understanding of meridians/chakras, anatomy and physiology. Having trained with Kristine I now have a well-rounded ability to assist my own students in getting the most benefits possible from this incredible practice and a deeper understanding of restorative practice as a whole…L. Nash, RYT
Kristine Whittle is a yoga & anatomy instructor, massage therapist, and professional dancer. Her Lakewood/Denver area Restorative Therapies practice is centered on working shoulder to shoulder with her students and clients to connect with and activate the innate wisdom that lives in their bodies, minds and spirits. Authenticity, deep listening, and courageous compassion are at the heart of Kristine’s decades-long practice of tending to her own and others’ health and well-being. She draws upon her multi-faceted experiences in the yogic, healing, and performing arts to meet her clients where they are with creativity, sensitivity, and responsiveness.
A class or session with Kristine will often include movement, breath, release of tension patterns, balanced muscle activation and nervous system regulation. Whether it’s a warming yoga flow, gentle restorative practice, or massage session, the focus remains on the power of the breath to establish a deeper level of stability and calm.
November 3-5, 2023 at Mt Princeton Hot Springs, Nathrop, CO
During the Autumn season “we gather wisdom, harvest experience, preserve the little things, and remember that for everything we keep, we must give something away.” – In The House of the Moon by Jason Elias and Katherine Ketcham
Join Experienced Yoga teachers Kristine Whittle and Beth Gurupiya Sanchez for a deeply supportive late Fall weekend retreat at Mt. Princeton Hot Springs. Practices will include active and Restorative asana, pranayama, meditation and Ayurvedica self-care practices for the season. Take time to soak in the healing waters, wander in the woods, be with sweet ones, and gather your resources to thrive during the cold months.
Nourishing Supports Include:
Mostly Vegan, Seasonally Appropriate Meals
A Take-home Ayurvedic/Restorative Care Kit
Slow Flow and Restorative Group Yoga
Plently of Highly Skilled Hands on Assists (optional)
Dharma Talks
Ayurvedic Therapies with Body Oils
Meditation and Pranayama
Group Synergy in a dedicated community of practice
Register & Reserve your lodging by September 19: Email kristine@restorativetherapies.org AND Venmo to @Kristine-Whittle to register. For Venmo, type Retreat in the description line. You may email Kristine if you prefer to pay by check or cash.
Call Mt Princeton at 719-395-2447 to book your 10% off accommodations, displayed HERE.
When choosing lodging, note that our meals and yoga practice will take place at the Conference Center. The Cliffside Rooms at the top center of the map are closest to the Conference Center.
~ New In-Person Yoga Classes at Samadhi Yoga ~ September Ba Gua Series with Thad Wong ~ August-September Treatment Clinic with Thad Wong ~ Massage Therapy, Yoga & Bodymind Ballwork
New Yoga Classes starting in September!
I am thrilled to be teaching at Samadhi Yoga Sangha at the original, beautiful uptown location. It will be good to practice and teach in community again alongside some of Denver’s most experienced and respected yoga instructors. Samadhi will be following all current, recommended covid protocols, including masking, for now.
WEDNESDAY 12:00-12:50pm (starts September 8th) Flow Yoga (in Person)
SATURDAY 10:30-11:30am (Starts September 4th) Flow & Restore Yoga (In Person)
I will also continue to teach Wednesday 5pm Restorative and 6:15pm Ballwork Classes via Zoom. Email me at kristine@restorativetherapies.org for more info, registration and zoom links.
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Ba Gua Keystone Exerciseswith Thad Wong/Martial Wellness
Mondays 6-8pm
September 13th – October 4th
Lakewood, CO 80214
$160
Class size limit: 12 Ba Gua is an elegant method for accessing and refining our deep human potential. Over time, practicing Ba Gua can improve your physical alignments, integrate your movements, free chronic tightness, sharpen your focus, and quiet your mind. All of these benefits can be tangibly felt through regular practice of the keystone exercises.
The classes will be taught by Internal Arts International Senior Ba Gua Instructor Thad Wong. You can read more about his background on his website here.
You can register for the class on Thad’s site here. Due to increasing numbers of the COVID Delta variant and current CDC recommendations, all participants will be required to wear masks regardless of vaccination status.
August-September Treatment Clinic with Thad Wong Restorative Therapies’ Home Studio Lakewood, CO 80214 Tuesdays 12-4pm
Bodywork treatments utilizing the Chinese Medical modalities of Tui Na and Zang Fu Tui Na are available to help support and encourage your process of positive transformation. The sessions include a combination of bodywork, lifestyle coaching and personalized internal arts training. The exact format of each session depends on your constitution and what you would like to address. You will leave each session having experienced principles and learned exercises which can be immediately practiced and applied in your daily life. You can read more about treatments with Thad here. I have been seeing Thad for treatments over the past couple months and I can not recommend his work highly enough. Thad is a true healer. Come see him before he moves back to New York in October!
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MASSAGE THERAPY, YOGA, BODYMIND BALLWORK
Schedule a 1 on 1 session for Massage, Yoga &/or Bodymind Ballwork.
I have been working as a licensed Massage Therapist for 23 years. Massage sessions incorporate Swedish, Deep Tissue, Shiatsu, Myofascial Release, Energy Work and more.
1 on 1 Yoga and Bodymind Ballwork sessions include a personalized sequence and written directions for home practice.
Sessions take place at my home studio near Colfax and Wadsworth in Lakewood.
After over a year of hiatus, I am now scheduling one session per day. We will be following current, updated Covid-19 health & safety protocols, including wearing masks.
Yoga and Bodymind Ballwork sessions will continue to be available online for those who prefer that format.
Rates: $70/hr, $95/1.5 hr $10 off each session when paying for two or more at one time.
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