
Welcome New Students
all levels welcome
Our Yin practice offers a functional approach to yoga through effective poses and variations adapted to your body, bones, and mobility needs.
New to Yin Yoga?
Yin and Yang is a Chinese philosophical concept that described opposite forces which are interconnected.
While traditional yoga postures target muscle (“Yang”), Yin yoga focusses on targeting the deep connective tissues of the body - the tendons, ligaments, bones, joint capsules and the membrane (fascia) surrounding and enclosing the muscle.
This calming practice is the perfect complement and balancing act to a busy, fast-paced life or muscular intense workouts.
Start your Journey here
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What to bring?
Your own yoga mat. If you don’t have a mat, we do have extra yoga mats at the studio.
We also have blocks, straps, bolsters, kneepads and blankets available for you to use for free.
What to wear?
Yoga apparel or clothing that you’re free and easy to move in.
Hydration?
Drinking water both before (about 30 minutes prior) and after our Yin practice can support the detoxification process. The extended holds during Yin Yoga help to hydrate the connective tissue effectively.
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Breathwork & Meditation
Our Yin Yoga sessions integrate breathwork and guided meditation to initiate the relaxation response.
Quiet Space for Focus & Mindfulness
Yin Yoga naturally encourages a meditative practice. Maintaining a tranquil environment during sessions is crucial, as conversations can interrupt the focus needed for mindful awareness of both body and breath.
Improved Body Awareness
Yin Yoga emphasizes holding poses closer to the ground, which helps reduce tension, alleviate stress and anxiety, enhance flexibility, and promote overall well-being. This practice encourages deeper stretches, allowing students to become aware of subtle sensations within their bodies. Engaging in dialogue can detract from this enriching experience.
Pose Variations & Props
Yin Yoga provides several variations that depend on the pose's target area and, importantly, the skeletal differences between individuals.
In class, props such as bolsters, blocks, straps, and blankets are utilized to enhance comfort, deepen stretches, and make the poses more accessible.
Prepare to feel relaxed and rejuvenated after this practice!
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Please plan to arrive approximately 15 minutes before your first class in order to get acquainted with the space and class set up.
Please turn off cell phones and other electronic devices during class. -
Upon completion of your class booking(s), you will receive an email confirmation of your booking(s) along with a link to “reschedule/cancel” any bookings within the email.