Summertime Yin With Ashley

• June 15th: 2-4pm

• $30 in advance or $35 @ the door

The yin yoga practice includes long held passive asanas, which applies stress to the deeper connective tissues. This practice stimulates our facial network, increasing range of motion and strength in our joints and ligaments. 

The yin practice also stimulates the meridian lines where Qi (prana) flows through. In Taoist theory, Qi is held within our blood and organs. When there is stagnation or blockages to this flow of Qi, specific yin postures can be practiced to free up the flow of Qi again. This free flow of Qi (prana) is vital for health and longevity. 

To honor the arrival of summer we will practice a sequence designed to support the heart and small intestine, the yin and yang organs associated with summer. The heart houses our Shen (spirit) and this form of spirit sources our joy and gives rise to a sound mind. Joy arises from a deep contentment within. This season is the time to bloom, to bring forth all the seeds sown in spring - whether in our gardens, bodies, mind, emotions, spirit. The light and warmth of summer support us in nourishing the hearts joy. This fuels our ability to share our gifts with the world and sustain our inner light for the reminder of the year. To supplement the practice we will do a guided meditation. Join us in aligning our bodies and minds and bringing our Joy into full bloom.