Programming the Arc: Building Playlists as a Nervous System Tool
from Nervous System Literacy for Yoga Teachers Hosted by Kiara Armstrong
Programming the Arc: Building Playlists as a Nervous System Tool Have you ever noticed that some playlists seem to carry a yoga class effortlessly, while others never quite fit the room? It may have less to do with the songs themselves and more to do with how they’re sequenced. In this episode, we move from the science of music and the nervous system into practical application. You’ll learn how to build a playlist around the nervous system arc of a class so your music supports, rather than competes with, your sequencing. What You’ll Learn -Why tempo is more than atmosphere and how it influences movement and physiology -How to organize your playlist around the six phases of a yoga class -Why warming and cooling often share similar musical characteristics -How music can support the transition between sympathetic activation and parasympathetic recovery -Why volume, emotional tone, and musical complexity matter alongside tempo -A simple framework for creating reusable playlists that work across multiple classes If this lens resonates with your teaching, I invite you to subscribe to Nervous System Literacy for Yoga Teachers, where twice each month we explore the science of the nervous system through the lens of yoga. And if you’re ready to deepen your understanding of anatomy, consent, and hands-on assists, explore my courses, books, and resources at RubberBandMethod.com. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit literacy.rubberbandmethod.com
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