Six IN-PERSON Sessions September 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20 Participants will learn to do deep breathing techniques, meditation/relaxation exercises, and stretching exercises. No prior yoga experience is needed. The class can be done sitting in a chair or lying on the floor. The concepts of polyvagal theory will be incorporated into the class with the exploration of mind-body connection and the coregulation between the two. Each participant needs to bring a yoga mat, blanket, and towel. Joanne Hamilton is a retired physical therapist who graduated from West Virginia University in 1978. She specializes in orthopedics. She was the co-owner/Director of Gainesville Physical Therapy with Vicki Sims and Jeff Skorput. She and her husband John have lived in the Gainesville area since 1981. She enjoys hiking, yoga, reading, and drinking coffee and eating cake with friends.