Yin Yang Yoga

Yin Yang Yoga
For balancing energy, flexibility and strength

Yin Yang Yoga blends two styles of yoga into one practice – bringing together the benefits of passively holding yoga poses with more dynamic sequences and standing postures.

Yin and Yang are the Taoist concepts which describe the two relative qualities present in everything. Yin is more internal, passive, cooling and downward. Yang is more external, dynamic, warming and upward.

When these terms are applied in yoga, Yin Yoga is a slower practice where poses are passively held for longer. It works on the deep, dense (Yin) connective tissues and joints in the body. Yang Yoga, in contrast, refers to a more active practice. This works on the (Yang) muscles and blood flow, building strength, stamina and flexibility. Yang styles of yoga are those with rhythm and repetition like Vinyasa Flow.

For a balanced yoga practice, we need both Yang and Yin elements. You could try including one or two Yin or Restorative yoga sessions along with more active yoga into our weekly schedule. Or try practising both Yin and Yang aspects in the same class.

Benefits of a regular Yin Yang Yoga practice
Yin Yoga

• Stimulates the meridians (energy channels) bringing balance to the organs in the body
• Improves flexibility and joint mobility
• Calms and balances the mind and body
• Reduces stress and anxiety
• Works deeply on the connective tissues (fascia, tendons and ligaments)
• Can prepare the practitioner for meditation practice

Yang Yoga

• Strengthens and tones the body
• Improves flexibility and circulation
• Increases stamina
• Calms the mind down by inviting us to synchronise movement with breath
• Removes tension and obstacles in the body to allow breath and prana to flow

Please Contact Us for more details about Yin Yang Yoga Training.