Restorative Rest
Deeply supportive restorative Yoga for people recovering from chronic fatigue, ME/CFS and Long Covid.
An hour of nourishing rest to calm the nervous system, support recovery and help you feel held.
Mondays online • 2pm–3pm & 5pm–6pm (alternating)
Is This Class Right For Me?
This class may be right for you if:
✓ You are experiencing fatigue or exhaustion
✓ You find it difficult to switch off and truly rest
✓ You feel wired, overwhelmed or stuck in fight-or-flight mode
✓ You need a practice that requires very little energy
✓ You would like support with pacing and recovery
Restorative Rest is an opportunity to let go and be held. A deeply supportive practice at any stage of recovery.
What To Expect
Restorative Yoga uses props to support the body in deeply comfortable positions.
With every part of your body supported, you can begin to let go of tension, soften your nervous system and experience genuine rest.
While your body rests, Charlotte will guide you through practices such as:
Yoga Nidra
Gentle breath awareness
Guided relaxation
Restful visualisations
During each class we usually explore two or three restorative positions.
I always open our Zoom space 15 minutes before the class begins, for those that would like connection and chat.
Why Rest Matters
For many people living with chronic illness, rest doesn't come easily.
Restorative Yoga offers a practical way to experience deep rest and safety in the body.
It can support:
Nervous system regulation
Better quality rest
Improved sleep
Pacing and energy management
A greater sense of calm
What you'll need to practice
Find somewhere comfortable and warm to practice, where you won’t be disturbed. I have a wooden floor so I stack 3 yoga mats and lay a blanket on top. If you have carpet, you may not need as much support.
Prop list
A round buckwheat bolster
2 yoga bricks (or books)
2 yoga blocks (or books)
An eye cover (or lightweight scarf)
Several blankets
2–3 small cushions
2 pillows
Props to put on your birthday list
A large fleece Yoga blanket (or several) 200 × 145cm
A rectangular foam bolster
A weighted eye bag (or two)
Restorative Rest
A Restorative Yoga class online for those recovering from chronic fatigue, CFS, ME or long covid. An hour of deep, nourishing, delicious rest. Mondays online – Alternating between 2:00–3:00pm and 5:00–6:00pm In Restorative Yoga we use props, perhaps specific Yoga props, perhaps props from around ...
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Join us live online or via the recording on Mondays for an hour of nourishing rest and nervous system recovery. Come and be held, so that you can let go of all the things you are carrying.
Continue Your Recovery Journey with The Held Collective
For ongoing support, guided practices and a gentle community, join our membership space 'The Held Collective'.
Whether you need deep rest, or you're ready to explore gentle movement, you'll find resources to support you at your own pace.
Inside you'll find:
How to get truly comfortable in Restorative Yoga Poses
Guided rest practices, including Yoga Nidra
Breathing and relaxation practices
Movement to meet you where you are
A growing library of supportive resources
A gentle, understanding community
A monthly live gathering and practice
The freedom to practice when it suits your energy levels
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