Virtual Somatic Yin Yoga

Fall into Balance

A 4-Week Somatic Yin Yoga Series for Seasonal Calm

Investment for series: $120

Limited to 12 Participants

Saturdays: 10-11:30am CENTRAL/Chicago Time Zone

Imagine stepping into the fall season feeling grounded, calm, and centered. In just 4 weeks of somatic yin yoga, you’ll learn how to ease into the seasonal changes, release built-up tension, and find balance as your body and mind adjust. This series is designed to help you cultivate resilience, reconnect with yourself, and feel more at ease during this time of transition. You'll leave each session with tools to maintain inner peace, manage emotional shifts, and navigate the fall season with grace. Join me for this transformative journey and embrace the season with clarity and calm.

Physical Benefits

1. Enhanced Flexibility: Yin Yoga poses are held for extended periods, gently stretching the connective tissues, increasing flexibility, and improving joint mobility.
2. Improved Circulation: Long-held postures promote blood flow to the deeper tissues, aiding in better circulation and overall vascular health.
3. Pain Relief: By releasing tension in the muscles and fascia, somatic movements and Yin poses can alleviate chronic pain, especially in the back, hips, and legs.
4. Better Posture: Increased body awareness helps in correcting posture and alignment issues, reducing strain on the spine and other areas.

Mental and Emotional Benefits

1. Stress Reduction: The meditative nature of Yin Yoga, combined with somatic awareness, helps calm the nervous system, reducing stress and anxiety.
2. Emotional Release: Holding poses for longer periods allows emotions stored in the body to surface and be processed, leading to emotional release and healing.
3. Mindfulness and Presence: Focus on internal sensations promotes mindfulness, helping practitioners stay present and develop a deeper connection with themselves.
4. Mental Clarity: Regular practice can enhance mental clarity and focus by encouraging a state of deep relaxation and introspection.

Spiritual Benefits

1. Inner Wisdom: Connecting with the body's sensations and subtle energies can help practitioners access their inner wisdom and intuition.
2. Emotional Healing: The combination of physical release and emotional awareness fosters deep emotional healing and personal growth.
3. Increased Awareness: The practice promotes a heightened sense of awareness and connection to the present moment, leading to greater spiritual insight and growth.

Overall Well-being

1. Holistic Healing: Somatic Yin Yoga addresses the body, mind, and spirit, providing a comprehensive approach to healing and well-being.
2. Enhanced Relaxation: The practice induces a state of deep relaxation, promoting better sleep and overall relaxation.
3. Self-Acceptance: By fostering a non-judgmental awareness of the body, practitioners often experience greater self-acceptance and compassion.

Specific Benefits of Combining Somatics with Yin Yoga

1. Greater Body Awareness: The somatic focus enhances the traditional Yin Yoga practice by encouraging deeper body awareness and sensitivity to internal sensations.
2. Movement Patterns: Somatic exercises help identify and correct dysfunctional movement patterns, improving overall movement efficiency and ease.
3. Trauma Release: The gentle, mindful approach can be particularly beneficial for individuals dealing with trauma, offering a safe space to release and process traumatic experiences stored in the body.