Open to Fendol Farms Residents and Guests-ONLY. This bi-monthly class offers a relaxing combined restorative yoga practice, beginning with a few slow-paced poses that are held for several breaths, followed by a 20-25-minute yoga nidra practice. Yoga nidra can be called the “yoga of sleep,” or conscious sleep. Ultimately, it is a practice of non-doing, leading to a state of deep rest while remaining conscious. The practice will focus on stretching the body and using the breath to engage the body’s natural relaxation response. Research studies have reported the benefits of yoga nidra to include enhanced nervous system functioning, reduced stress, and improved sleep. This class can be practiced in a reclining position on the floor or in a chair. The class requires props (pillows, blankets, bolsters) to optimize comfort during the practice.