Got tension in low back and lower body. Find more ease and practice checking in to your relationship to what you find ('heart at war or heart at peace'). you need a place to stand and lie down and a belt. Enjoy!

Introduction to SomaSensing TM Somatic Movement Therapy by sharing my morning practice and a few foundational elements.

Take 5 minutes to quickly bounce out tension and stiffness.

30 min (mostly) standing practice to start your day well or take a pause in the midst of it. We begin with a soft body bounce and some cat/cow to check in, progress through standing practice (with balancing) then wind down into a brief rest.

38 min practice starts and finishes in sitting, and using a chair for standing practice. Great practice for those wanting gentle practice and balance support in standing. Finishes with 5 min guided, seated meditation and rest.

Gentle and basic-level practice for low back tension. Experience a blend of yoga, Bodymind Ballwork and a sprinkling of movements from SomaSensing Somatic Movement. You will need 2 balls (optional for a few minutes of Bodymind Ballwork) a strap and a chair or table (optional for those wanting gentler version).

Welcome to Joy Somatics On-line! These videos are intended for home practice to support everyone during this uncertain and challenging time. These videos are ideal for those wanting to practice from home on their own. Feel free to use and share with family and friends who could benefit from them. We all could use more 'Joy' these days. You will find a combination of yoga, bodymind ballwork and SomaSensing Somatic Movement classes and Joy's tips for wellness during times like these. Guidelines & Cautions; - These are unedited, you get to experience me as I am with my students in classes. We are perfectly imperfect here and show up as we are. -Expect a variety of yoga, Bodymind Ballwork and movements from SomaSensing Somatic Therapy (just like in class). Caution: Practice at your own risk, use your common sense and listen to your body. Rest when you need and skip things that don't feel right for you. Joy cannot be responsible for injuries. Consult your medical professional if you are uncertain if you should participate. Any recommendations or wellness tips are shared from her own experience and education. -Connect with me on social media (Facebook or Instagram @joysomatics), love to hear from you and your feedback is welcome. - Remember the highest purpose for these practices...they are not about touching our toes or doing acrobatics. These practices are meant to find and maintain our inner calm and resiliency and assist us in navigating life with skill, responding instead of reacting. So do what you can, find what feels good and enjoy your practice.