Face Yoga and Sun Salutation

“Dolomiti d’Autunno” (Autumn in the Dolomites) is a project created by the Val di Fassa Tourist Board that accompanies the season of intense colours until early November. From 13 October to 9 November, every day offers activities dedicated to the well-being of body and mind: yoga, Pilates, face yoga, meditation, sound baths, mindfulness, cocoa ceremonies, forest bathing and much more. A journey that combines conscious movement, nature and ancient rituals, to experience autumn in the Dolomites in harmony with oneself and the surrounding environment.

Inspired by traditional yoga asanas, the holistic discipline of Face Yoga improves the appearance of wrinkles, brightens the complexion and restores tone to the skin through facial manipulation. The lesson, led by Elisa Penna, includes an introduction to yoga practice and then focuses on the face with facial toning exercises, firming and lymphatic drainage massages, acupressure and relaxation techniques for the face. At the end of the activity, the face is more radiant and there is a complete feeling of well-being. Alternatively, the teacher offers a cocoa ceremony, which has its roots in Mesoamerican traditions, such as those of the Maya and Aztecs, for whom cocoa was not only a food but also part of sacred rituals.