Yin yoga is a slower, quieter form of yoga. Poses are held longer (sometimes up to five minutes each), and focus on the connective tissue--ligaments, tendons and fascia--around the joints. The intention is to increase blood flow and circulation in the joints, thus increasing flexibility and range of motion. Also, by embracing stillness, yogis learn to cultivate an “inner witness”, that is, the ability to observe what arises within without feeling the need to fix it, reject it, judge it or deny it. More flexible body, more flexible mind!
By Jamie Monte on Jan 13, 2022
This morning practice will help you get up on the best side of the bed. On a physical level, yin yoga is most effective when our muscles are cold so we can reach the deeper layers of the body. Coupled with mindfulness, and guided Nadi Shodhana or alternate nostril breathing, this is a great way to start your day and set yourself up for more ease in your physical body and clarity in your mind.
By Jamie Monte on Jan 1, 2022
Yin yoga offers the opportunity to find a profound release of tension in the deeper lying tissues in the body and can significantly increase your range of motion. In this class, Jamie introduces you to the 3 principles, the tattvas, and some of the beauty and benefits of the yin practice. As you practice please remain passive, relaxed, take your time. Before you begin, create a calming environment whatever that means for you. Perhaps you want to light a candle? You will need a blanket and a bolster (a couch pillow will work as long as it's firm). Your body and your nervous system will thank you for slowing down and opening deeply. Enjoy, yogis!
By Joe Love on Jan 10, 2021
A light-hearted, rejuvenating yin flow incorporating stationary Qi Gong and standing balance exercises followed by sun salutations combining Tai Chi movements. In this class, Joe takes you through a balanced subtle body moving meditation while also exploring the healing, purifying nature of pranayama and sound. Here the softness is the strength. Perfect class on its own or as a restorative class on a rest day in between physically demanding flow classes.
By Joe Love on Dec 21, 2020
A light-hearted, rejuvenating yin flow incorporating stationary Qi Gong and standing balance exercises followed by sun salutations combining Tai Chi movements. In each, Joe takes you through a balanced subtle body moving meditation while also exploring the healing, purifying nature of pranayama, meditation, sound and kriya (purifying) techniques. Here the softness is the strength. Perfect class on its own or as a restorative class on a rest day in between physically demanding flow classes.
By Ally Hamilton on Oct 31, 2019
If you're looking for yin, look no further. Feel free to do this as a stand-alone practice at the end of your day (or after you've been moving around for awhile, it's not a practice for when your muscles are "cold"!), anytime you want to truly calm your nervous system and open your hips deeply, or pair it with a butt-whooper like these guys did. We start with a long hold in bound angle pose, move into long holds in head-to-knee forward bend, marichyasana variations, half frog pose, half lotus, and double pigeon. Breathe deeply as we move from one long hold to the next, and help your body release tension as we quiet the mind and soothe the soul.
By Ally Hamilton on Apr 26, 2017
Want to get right to it? Me, too. Get into your hips and hamstrings from all possible directions as you breathe deeply. If you want to really chill but also deeply open, this is for you. Perfect for before bed, days when you have little to no energy, times you're fighting insomnia, getting over a cold, or just want to open your hips like never before.
By Ally Hamilton on Nov 23, 2016
Take seven minutes to give your hips some love, and to calm your nervous system. You can do this on a break during your work day, at night before bed, or in the morning, to ease your way into the day. Whenever you do it, there's no doubt that opening and releasing tension from your hips, hamstrings, hip flexors and psoas muscles does a body (and mind!) good.
By Angela Kukhahn on Nov 8, 2016
This is the perfect antidote for a stressful, busy day to wind down before bedtime! What to expect: Grab pillows, blankets or anything else you need, jump into your pjs (or yoga pants) and roll out your mat for some deep hip, hamstring and side body stretches that we will hold for a few minutes each for maximum yumminess! Poses we will be exploring: Baddha Konasana, Wide-Legged Seated Forward Fold, Parvrrita Janu Sirsasana, Enjoy!
By Angela Kukhahn on Oct 16, 2016
Need to chill after a challenging work day or week? This super slow yin sequence is a great way to let go of stress and restore your body! What to expect: I will be offering options for using the props if you feel like you'd like a little extra support. Poses to be explored: Supta Baddha Konasana, Reclined Twist variation for quad and psoas opening, Reclined Twist, Pigeon. Enjoy!
By Mary Beth LaRue on Mar 3, 2016
This slow flow yin-like class is perfect for morning or evening when you either need a slow start to your day or a luxurious wind down.
