Open Movement

micro yoga • calm habits • Lima

What you’ll practice here

educational, practical, and habit-friendly
How the method works

Open Movement is an educational yoga space made for people who want a steady routine without pushing. We teach short blocks you can repeat: smooth breathing, quiet transitions, and simple alignment cues that help you feel organized in your body.

Think in “modules”. Pick one theme for the day—wake‑up, desk reset, evening unwind, or balance—and do just two rounds. Stopping early is a skill: it keeps practice light and makes the next session easier to start.

Tools & habits

A practical self-check works in every pose: feet steady, ribs breathing easy, jaw soft. If one point tightens, make the movement smaller or add support. A wall is a teacher; a chair is a friend; a folded towel can replace a yoga block.

Lifehacks that actually stick: set a two‑song timer, place the mat where you can see it, and practice before notifications. Use one‑breath transitions (pause, inhale, move on exhale) to keep the pace calm. After a week, upgrade only one thing—one longer exhale or one slower step.

Practice library

more exercises • more useful tips
Wake‑up module 3–5 min

Start with circles, then add one calm mini‑flow. Keep knees soft and breathing smooth.

  • Shoulder rolls (5) → wrist circles (5) → ankle circles (5 each).
  • Reach up (2 breaths) → gentle side bend (2 breaths each side).
  • Soft forward fold with bent knees (2 breaths) → half lift (1 breath) → stand tall.
  • Optional: short lunge (1 breath each side) → return to standing.
Lifehack upgrades
  • Folded towel under heels can make the hinge feel steadier.
  • Exhale as you stand up; inhale to lengthen the spine.
  • Keep hands relaxed—soft hands often mean soft shoulders.
Desk reset module 2–4 min

No mat needed. Think “small range, calm breath”. Repeat twice and stop.

  • Long exhale → three shoulder circles → gentle neck turn each side.
  • Hands on hips half‑lift (2 breaths) → return slowly.
  • Standing twist (1 breath each side) → soft hands.
  • Optional: calf raises (5) to wake up ankles and posture.
Micro-habit tip

Attach this to a trigger: after water, before lunch, or after the last email. Same trigger = easier routine.

Evening unwind module 5–7 min

Slow pace and shorter holds. The goal is to finish calmer than you started.

  • Cat‑cow (5) → gentle twist (1 breath each side).
  • Child’s pose shape (2 breaths) → low lunge (1–2 breaths each side).
  • Seated fold shape (2 breaths) → long exhale, relax jaw.
  • Optional: legs-up-the-wall shape (1–2 minutes) if available.
Make it easier
  • Use a cushion or folded blanket under hips.
  • If knees feel tight, widen the stance and keep the fold shallow.
  • Keep the breath quiet; let the exhale be longer than the inhale.
Balance module 4–6 min

Use a wall. Train steadiness, not height. Keep gaze on one point and breathe smoothly.

  • Fingertips on wall → weight shift left/right (4 breaths).
  • Small knee bend (2 breaths) → stand tall (1 long exhale).
  • Heel lift for one breath → lower slowly. Switch sides.
  • Optional: step-back lunge with wall support (1 breath each side).
Quiet pacing cue

Try a longer exhale on the “hard part”. If wobble grows, shorten your stance and slow down.

Reminder: practice is self-guided. Choose comfortable variations, use supports, and keep transitions calm.

Courses & cart

short form • clear choices

Choose a course and submit the short request form. Prices are displayed in USD (your payment method may charge in PEN).

Cart preview:

• Daily Yoga for Everyday Support — USD 5

• Home Yoga Training Plan — USD 10

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What you get

Clear lesson lengths, repeatable modules, and gentle upgrades you can add week by week. The focus is habit-friendly structure.

  • Short sessions you can repeat at home.
  • Pacing cues (breath + transitions) to stay calm.
  • Simple variations with wall/chair support.
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