Melt Method and Yoga

A Melt instructor sits at the front of a classroom smiling at the class, ready to teach Melt and Yoga.

What is Melt Method?

Melt Method is a set of practices and tools for self myofascial release. Melt incorporates the use of specifically designed foam rollers and small massage balls in a variety of ways to help rehydrate fascia and support healing, joint mobility, and body awareness. Our Melt and Yoga classes are led by Lila and combine the best of Melt Method with Yoga for a class that supports healing of body, mind and heart.

We have several sets of Melt props available in the studio for our onsite classes. Many of our Melt and Yoga classes are offered virtually. You can use the link below to buy your own set to bring to class or use at home.

Intro to Fascia

Fascia is the connective tissue that runs throughout our bodies. Every muscle fiber, bundle of fibers, muscle and muscle group has its own fascial sheath that helps to facilitate glide and ease of movement. There is much we are still learning about fascia, but one of the most important things we know is that fascia is meant to hold water and lubricate the movements of the body. We also now know that through the course of daily living, we all use repetitive patterns of movement. These patterns can cause areas of fascia to get stuck and dried out, creating friction and stress on tissues that lead to joint pain, muscles soreness, and more, as in the case of plantar fasciitis. Melt and Yoga use the tools of Melt Method with yogic techniques of awareness and breath to support the fascia to heal and re-hydrate.

A yoga student uses a massage ball for myofascial release on forearm as part of a melt and yoga class.