yin yoga is a slow-paced style of yoga incorporating principles of traditional Chinese medicine with poses that are held for longer periods of time (3-5 min.).

In this class, we examine the tenets of Eastern philosophy: namely that the body is an aspect of the natural world, connected to its energy and rhythms. What occurs in the natural world seasonally such as shifts in light, temperature, and weather, has a direct effect on the body physiologically. Ancient medicines focus on disease prevention and health maintenance rather than symptom and disease management.

We will discuss how East Asian medicine begins to assess the human body to maintain health and wellness. You will walk away with an understanding of the 5 elements according to Traditional Chinese Medicine and health and wellness tips to care for yourself at every season.

hatha yoga classes will involve physical poses and breathing techniques (pranayama). These poses are typically practiced more slowly and with static posture holds for 3-5 breaths.