Birgitte Kristen

Birgitte Kristen

2 Seasons

Birgitte Kristen took her Training at YogaWorks in 1992 and started teaching full time in 1993. Since 2004, she has been teaching 200 & 500 Hour Teacher Trainings and led retreats both nationally and internationally. Birgitte has studied with many great teachers including, Erich Schiffman, Lisa Walford, Maty Ezraty, Rod Stryker, Richard Miller, Rolf Sovik, and Gary kraftsow.

Birgitte Kristen
  • 20 minute Evening Stretch

    Episode 1

    Prepare for sleep after a long day with this gentle class that will leave you relaxed and at peace. Recommended props: 1 blanket

  • 5 minute Introduction to Birgitte's Meditation journey series

    Episode 2

    Learn about the benefits of meditation and what to expect on Birgitte's journey series.

  • 20 minute Yoga Nidra

    Episode 3

    Find a deep state of relaxation and mindfulness in this yoga Nidra class. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 chair, 2 blankets, 1 bolster

  • 20 minute Body Scan

    Episode 4

    Bring awareness to each part of your body sequentially to check in with how it is today, and experience whatever sensations are there. Recommended props: 2 blankets, 1 chair

  • 20 minute Metta Meditation

    Episode 5

    Reduce pain and anger, and cultivate love and kindness towards those around you in this 20 minute meditation. Recommended props: 1 blanket, 1 chair

  • 10 minute Metta Meditation

    Episode 6

    Reduce pain and anger, and cultivate love and kindness towards those around you in this 10 minute meditation. Recommended props: 2 blankets, 1 chair

  • 30 minute Yoga for People On Their Feet All Day

    Episode 7

    Get off your feet and stretch out those legs after a long day. Recommended props: 1 strap

  • 45 minute Work Toward Meditation

    Episode 8

    Connect to your body and move mindfully to prepare for a seated meditation. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket, 1 strap

  • 15 minute Yoga Nidra - 61 Point Meditation

    Episode 9

    Bring attention to 61 points in your body as you are guided through this Yoga Nidra meditation. Recommended props: 1 block, 1 bolster

  • 15 minute Meditation on Mindfulness

    Episode 10

    Cultivate Santosha (mindfulness) in this seated meditation that uses the tools in Birgitte's meditation journey series. Recommended props: 1 chair, 2 blankets

  • 10 minute Diaphragmatic Breathing

    Episode 11

    Get comfortable and explore the amazing benefits of diaphragmatic breathing. Recommended props: 1 bolster, 2 blocks, 2 blankets

  • 15 minute Yoga Nidra for Sleep

    Episode 12

    Use Pratyahara'quieting of the sense organs to turn your attention inward'and body sensing to meditate and get closer to your true Self. Recommended props: 1 bolster, 2 blankets

  • 30 minute Stretch Leading to Meditation

    Episode 13

    Prepare your body for seated meditation in this gentle stretching class that ends with meditation. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 strap, 1 blanket

  • 15 minute The River, a guided meditation

    Episode 14

    Use this visualization exercise to better understand how your mind works and where your thoughts can take you. Recommended props: 2 blankets, 1 chair

  • 20 minute Yoga Nidra - Body Sensing

    Episode 15

    Move into a deep state of state of stillness through the ancient practice of yoga Nidra. Recommended props: 1 block, 2 blankets

  • 20 minute Healing Practice

    Episode 16

    Nurture yourself, find some balance and reconnect with your inner body. Though this healing practice is just 20 minutes, it will restore you from the inside out. If you don't have blankets, use beach towels. If you don't have a strap, use a belt or bathrobe tie. Recommended props: 2 blankets, 1 s...

  • 60 minute Prepare for Meditation

    Episode 17

    Prepare your body for meditation in this class that that ends with a seated meditation. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket, 1 bolster, 1 strap