Type A? Let's get you unwound

So many shoulds

So many thoughts

You're in the right place if you're busy getting things done, fit your work outs in but still have a list of shoulds (stretch, rehab exercises, get a massage, eat right) to take care of your body, prevent injury, and manage pain.

So many thoughts

You're in the right place if you have trouble slowing your big brain down to meditate or have trouble falling asleep (onset insomnia).

So much to do

So many thoughts

So much to do

You get multi-tasking benefits to manage your stress, sleep better, and increase mobility without rushing around to multiple providers for massage, active release, chiropractic, meditation, and yoga.

What does an unwind session involve?

Passive Release

Discomfort can be relaxing?

unwind takes minimal effort: you lie down on hard blocks targeting your tight tissues. Easy, right? Sound too simple?

Intense deep tissue release is often... uncomfortable. We target multiple spots at once and hold each position for a few minutes to create results a massage can't beat. You're in charge of how much your body can handle, no safe word required.

Discomfort can be relaxing?

This practice multi-tasks, just like you. While releasing your stuck tissues, you'll use breathwork, nervous system regulation, and mindfulness for highly effective relaxation and restoration. Working with the body, not forcing it or working at it is the critical difference.

Studio clients often say they feel relaxed and refreshed.

Less is more

Discomfort can be relaxing?

Less is more

Your guided practice can be done in front of the TV, in a hotel room, at the gym, or even in your office in 30 minutes. It is an ideal component of a good bedtime routine, or to counter the mid-afternoon slump.

Once you have the basics down, you can free range all on your own or continue to deepen your expertise with more in-person or video sessions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach out at hello@unwindbody.works if you can't find an answer to your question.

What’s so surprising about it, exactly?

Our clients tell us a few things are surprising:

The foam blocks pack a bigger punch than they expected. They say it is like their favourite massage therapist hanging out in one spot for oh-so-good torture with their forearm.
It gets deeper than a massage and they can relax into it more. This is class is guided but you’re always in control of the placement and pressure during the four minutes we hold each pose.
It is more relaxing than they expected, especially for how uncomfortable it is at first. Clients say they feel so calm afterwards.

We've also observed that every participant has their own experience and some people comment on the physical melting, while others share about how calm they feel.

It hurts?!?! How is this a good thing?

Time and pressure bring a flush of fresh blood and oxygen, speeding healing. We aim for discomfort, never pain. You’re always in control of the placement and pressure during the four minutes we hold each pose. Your breath and your body let you know when too much is too much.

How often do I need to do it?

Unwind is an on-demand practice. Got 15 minutes? We have a class for that. Want a 90 minute deep dive, there's a class for that too.

Unwind is flexible for your time and adaptable as your wellness needs change.

I can't sit still to meditate. I hate yoga. Breathwork is annoying.

You'll have more than enough to focus on in class to keep yourself busy. Even though we're lying down most of the time, that's the only passive aspect. We keep your mind focused on the physical sensations and invitation to explore slow movement.

We don't do a lot of breathwork. Slowing down the breath, yes. Focused breathing patterns like the physiological sigh, occasionally. Holding the breath, never.

I'm not super active. OK, I barely leave my desk. Is this for me?

You betcha! Anyone can participate. The class will be a great Desk Rescue to counter-act all of the sitting and slumping we all do (and know we shouldn't). As long as you can lie down comfortably, roll over from your front to your back, and push yourself up off the floor you're good to go.

What is passive recovery? How is Unwind different?

Passive recovery is usually just rest. Maybe a salt bath, or a sauna but minimal exertion. Unwind does passive recovery a little differently - we're lying down, yes AND we're getting a mind-body experience to speed healing and settle the nervous system.

What do I bring?

Bring a yoga mat and your hydration liquid of choice. Similar to a deep tissue massage, we want to help the body move out any yuck that surfaces. Don't have a yoga mat? We usually have a couple of extras or bring a beach towel/mat.

Blocks are provided and available for sale if you want to continue your Unwind practice at home.

What do I wear?

Wear comfy clothes, ideally without a lot of bulk or big zippers. Your favourite athleisure wear will do nicely.
There isn't a lot of movement so dress a little warmer than you would for an exercise class.

Type A? Let's get you unwound

So many shoulds

So many thoughts

So many thoughts

So many thoughts

So many thoughts

So many thoughts

So much to do

So many thoughts

So much to do

What does an unwind session involve?

Passive Release

Discomfort can be relaxing?

Discomfort can be relaxing?

Discomfort can be relaxing?

Discomfort can be relaxing?

Discomfort can be relaxing?

Less is more

Discomfort can be relaxing?

Less is more

Frequently Asked Questions

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