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Practice Notes From Barry

Real talk on poses, mindset, and community — no fluff.

Flow State featured post
Featured · Latest Post

Flow State

Jun 27 · 2 min read

What it really takes to drop into flow state on the mat — and why chasing it directly usually backfires. A short, practical look at presence in practice.

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How Barry Rates A Student's Yoga Practice

Jun 23 · 3 min · Practice

How Barry Rates A Student's Yoga Practice

A look inside what real progress looks like from the front of the room.

Your Progress, Your Community, Your Practice

May 26 · 2 min · Community

Your Progress, Your Community, Your Practice

Why practicing alongside others changes the way you show up on the mat.

The Investment That Always Returns

Apr 27 · 2 min · Mindset

The Investment That Always Returns

On time, energy, and why showing up for practice always pays off.

If You Don't Use It, You Lose It

Mar 23 · 2 min · Practice

If You Don't Use It, You Lose It

Consistency over intensity — the case for showing up more often.

Forward Fold: Hamstring Flexibility Technique

Feb 9 · 2 min · Poses

Forward Fold: Hamstring Flexibility Technique

A breakdown of one of the most misunderstood stretches in yoga.

Ardha Chandra Chapasana

Feb 2 · 2 min · Poses

Ardha Chandra Chapasana (Half Moon with Foot Grab)

Step-by-step cues for one of Barry's favorite advanced balance poses.

The Meaning of Kung Fu

Feb 1 · 5 min · Mindset

The Meaning of Kung Fu

What martial arts philosophy has in common with a devoted yoga practice.

Handstand Practice Using Chairs

Jan 28 · 1 min · Poses

Handstand Practice Using Chairs

A quick prop-based drill to build confidence upside down.

All Levels Welcome

Jan 5 · 2 min · Community

All Levels Welcome

Why beginner and advanced students belong in the same room.

January 2026 Yoga Challenge

Dec 27 · 5 min · Community

January 2026 Yoga Challenge

Everything you need to know to join this year's 31-day challenge.

Good Vibes Only

Dec 17 · 3 min · Mindset

Good Vibes Only

Keeping the energy up on and off the mat, even on hard days.