The Kaiut Yoga Method is a biomechanical style of yoga developed by Brazilian chiropractor and yoga teacher Francisco Kaiut.

The Method is designed to address the physical, emotional, and psychological impacts that are a result of our fast-paced, modern lives. Unlike many other styles of yoga that focus on muscle stretching and high intensity movement, the Kaiut Yoga Method is slower paced and works primarily with the joints.

This focus on the joints highlights a powerful aspect of the Method: that as we unlock deep restrictions and improve mobility we are also able to positively impact our circulation, calm the nervous system, and increase our overall vitality and sense of well-being.

While the Kaiut Yoga Method incorporates many traditional Hatha yoga poses, they have been distilled down to their simplest form, ensuring that anyone can find a version of the pose that works for their body. In Kaiut Yoga, the focus is not on working out or stretching muscles. Instead, it’s about calming the nervous system while unlocking restrictions in the joints. To achieve this we move slowly, often with eyes closed, and use props and gravity to assist us in the work.

While I always advise that you consult your doctor if you have any concerns, the short answer is yes, this style of yoga is perfectly safe. All of the poses in the Method can be modified to meet you where you’re at. Many of my students come to me seeking relief from low back, hip and knee pain. Some students are dealing with the effects of surgeries, strokes, or other big health events, and they often find relief in the practice.

Online classes are a great way to experience the Kaiut Yoga Method from the comfort of your own home. In order to practice most effectively, you’ll need a yoga mat, some open space at a wall, a yoga strap or belt, and a bolster or other large, firm pillow. From time to time we will also use blocks, and a thick, hardback book can be a great substitute.

All of our online classes are offered via the Zoom platform. You don’t need an account to take a class. Once you register you’ll receive a link for the class and all you have to do is click it to enter. We do ask that you turn your camera on for the duration of the class so we can see you to offer guidance and adjustments. You can access the class registration page by clicking here.

I offer in-person classes and workshops throughout the Appalachian region (and beyond). Check out the classes page to learn more. If you’d like to host a workshop in your studio, home, or event space, please contact me by phone at 740-331-2156 or email at rose@trueheartyogastudio.com.

The name True Heart Yoga was inspired by my lifelong curiosity and desire to “get to the heart of the matter.” This journey led me to the transformative path of yoga—where presence, stillness, and self-awareness become powerful tools for healing and growth.

At True Heart Yoga, the focus is on creating space for individuals to reconnect with their inner selves. Through the Kaiut Yoga Method, which emphasizes joint health and nervous system support, I guide students in unraveling the chronic patterns—both physical and emotional—that can keep us stuck.

By quieting the mind and tuning into the body, we begin to uncover what’s really going on beneath the surface. True Heart Yoga Studio is more than a chance to move your body, it’s a place to heal, grow, and return to your true self.