What’s the Yin?!

A gentle practice for a deep reset

What is Yin Yoga?

Yin Yoga is a slow, floor-based practice where postures are held for 2–5 minutes. Rather than targeting muscles, it works deep into the connective tissues—like fascia, ligaments, and joints.
This is yoga for stillness, not sweat.

The Benefits

• Deep Stretch: Improves flexibility and joint mobility by targeting fascia

• Mental Stillness: Helps calm the mind through long, meditative holds

• Nervous System Reset: Activates the parasympathetic nervous system ("rest & digest" mode)

• Better Sleep & Less Stress: Supports relaxation, recovery, and resilience

Yin vs. Other Yoga Styles

Yin Yoga vs. Vinyasa / Power Yoga

• Passive, long holds vs. Active, flowing sequences

• Focus on connective tissue vs. Focus on muscle strength

• Grounded + still vs. Energising + dynamic

• Calming, meditative vs. Uplifting, cardiovascular

Yin Yoga vs. Hatha Yoga

• Passive, long holds vs. Active, steady poses

• Connective tissue focus vs. Balance of strength and flexibility

• Stillness + surrender vs. Alignment + control

• Deep introspection vs. Mind-body balance

Yin Yoga vs. Hot Yoga

• Cool, calm environment vs. Heated, intense setting

• Passive, slow-paced vs. Sweaty, fast-paced

• Soothing + grounding vs. Detoxifying + energising

• Inward-focused vs. Physically challenging

Yin Yoga vs. Kundalini Yoga

• Quiet, meditative stillness vs. Dynamic breath + movement

• Focus on physical release vs. Focus on energy awakening

• Passive, long holds vs. Active kriyas + chanting

• Grounding vs. Spiritually activating

Yin Yoga vs. Restorative Yoga

• Deep stretch into fascia vs. Full-body relaxation

• Mild discomfort for growth vs. Comfort and support

• Props, longer holds vs. Many props, gentle holds and fewer poses per class

• Therapeutic + using gravity for some poses vs. Healing + nurturing

Who Is Yin Yoga For?

Yin Yoga is great for:
- Busy minds & stressed bodies
- Runners, cyclists, and athletes
- Beginners wanting a gentle entry
- Anyone seeking deeper body awareness

You don’t need to be flexible. You just need to be present.

A Practice of Presence

Yin invites you to pause.
To be still.
To observe what arises.

It’s a quiet but powerful practice of surrender, on and off the mat.

Ready to Try It?

You’re invited to experience the power of slowing down.

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