In-person Yin + Nidra with Hot Stones

About this event

This one-hour class combines the calming benefits of Yin Yoga with Yoga Nidra: A blissful unity that unwinds, softens and relaxes both the mind and body. We will begin with 30-45 minutes of Yin, followed by 15-30 mins of Yoga Nidra. Yin Yoga was founded on the Taoist theory of yin and yang – opposite concepts that, together, represent balance. Yin is passive, while yang is active. Yin is the feminine, dark, soft, receptive, reflective, cool, withdrawn and introspective aspects of life. Yin yoga was developed to ease into the body’s connective tissues and fascial webs through a variety of sitting, laying, and less frequently, standing postures. Yin yoga utilizes gravity and time (2-5 mins) in postures to allow the body and mind to gently unwind and release unnecessary tensions. Yin is a meditative practice of being, rather than doing, that decreases muscular tightness while improving flexibility. It also promotes energetic circulation through gently opening and invigorating the energy centers of the body. Yoga Nidra, which means ‘Yogic Sleep’, is an ancient meditation that creates deep relaxation while you lie comfortably in Savasana. In Yoga Nidra, you’re guided into the awareness of your body, breath, sensations and mind, past the state of wakefulness, and into the state of deep healing sleep, all while remaining conscious. Yoga Nidra creates ease in the body and stillness and insight in the mind. The benefits of a regular Yin and Yoga Nidra practice are numerous and can be especially helpful to counteract the physical, mental and emotional effects of stress that are prevalent in today’s modern, busy culture.

From Soul Tree Studio