5 Tree Pose Flows to Celebrate Arbor Day
Trees and humans have seemingly always shared an intimate connection. From serving as sacred sites to being revered in folklore, to inspiring art and architecture, trees will always be central to our existence. As the Arbor Day Foundation put it, “Trees provide the very necessities of life itself. They clean our air, protect our drinking water, create healthy communities, and feed the human soul.” To celebrate Arbor Day this year, go out and plant a tree if you can, then come back and plant yourself on your mat to practice these Tree Pose flows. There’s a flow for every level from beginner to advanced, and it will leave you feeling more balanced and focused, stretched out (especially in your shoulders, thighs, groins, and torso), and strong throughout your hips and legs.
Instructor: Claudine Lafond
Level: Beginner
Build your strength and stability in this yoga class targeted to beginners as you work through balance poses like Tree, Eagle, and Half Moon. You’ll tap into your grace and strength as you emphasize the power in your bones.
Instructor: Patrick Beach
Level: Beginner
In this 30-minute hatha yoga class, you’ll build strength and stamina as you progress through 15 different poses held for one minute each on both sides. You’ll experiment with long holds in poses such as Runner’s Lunge, Chair Pose, Tree Pose, Plank, Pigeon Pose, and more while gaining a greater understanding of how micro-adjustments can help you settle into each pose.
Instructor: Koya Webb
Level: Moderate
If you’re craving a well-rounded 30-minute workout, this vinyasa class focuses on linking breath with movement to energize your body and increase flexibility. Elements of HIIT are sprinkled throughout to build strength so you finish the class feeling accomplished.
Instructor: Dylan Werner
Level: Intermediate
Train your core, gain strength, and prepare for functional movements such as handstands, balancing postures, and rock climbing in this 30-minute class. You’ll come away with a better understanding of body tension and how it impacts these movements as well as improved stability.
Instructor: Melini Jesudason
Level: Advanced
You’ll use standing balances as a moving meditation in this 30-minute flow that progresses through familiar poses such as Half Moon and Eagle into more advanced exercises such as a single-leg squat. You’ll find strength, freedom, and fluidity through this challenging sequence.
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