“The essence of yin is yielding. Yang is about changing the world; yin accepts the world as it is."
Bernie Clark
We all have masculine energy (yang) and feminine energy (yin) within us. Yang energy is associated with solar energy and ‘doing’, whereas yin energy is associated with lunar energy and ‘being’. We live in a world which requires us to be in our yang (masculine) energy a lot, stuck in cycles of doing, striving and achieving, which can lead to stress and anxiety.
In comparison to other types of yoga, Yin yoga is a more slower, introspective practice which invites us to turn inwards and deepen our awareness to our subtle bodies. In stillness, we are able to surrender control and lean into discomfort to access the peace, presence and balance that resides within.
Yin yoga offers an invitation to meet our bodies with acceptance and love.
The practice creates space for feelings and sensations to rise up to be felt and observed without judgement. This can lead to cathartic release, as we allow emotions to flow without suppressing them.
What are the benefits of Yin Yoga?
Yin yoga accesses deeper layers of the body like the connective tissue and fascia, with poses being held for longer periods of time. By letting gravity do its work, we can maintain flexibility in our joints as we let go, release tension, soften and relax. This also creates space for prana or chi (life-force energy) to flow through us and release energetic blockages which could be the root of physical illness. Yin yoga cultivates compassion, patience and inner stillness.
In stillness we feel
In surrender we flow
With balance we heal
What makes Yin Yoga different?
If you're like me and can't get enough of yoga and juicy stretches, but tend to find Vinyassa and Hatha too fast and intense - Yin Yoga could work well for you.
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Yin Yoga focuses on the function of a pose - and how it targets an area in the body, rather than the aesthetic of a pose and how it looks. Here we can see how unique our bodies are; a pose might work for you but not for someone else and that’s ok. With Yin yoga, the aim is to find your edge - the point where comfort meets discomfort. Your judgement is needed to ensure you're not pushing your body beyond its limits. Once you've found your sweet spot, lean in, soften and let gravity take over. This is where the magic happens. ​
1:1 Yin Yoga sessions
Each session is an opportunity for you to go inwards and form a deeper connection between your mind, body, emotions and soul. Our sessions can be tailored to target a specific area in the body, or a theme of your choice. For example, a session that supports heart opening or building confidence through selected poses.
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These are flexible sessions that work around your life when you need to feel clearer, calmer and lighter.
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Email hello@harrietadkin.com to book your session
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Packages
Single Yin Yoga session
(90 minute - virtual)
£80
4 sessions bundle
(valid up to 2 months - virtual)
£280
6 sessions bundle
(valid up to 3 months - virtual)
£430
Explore if this feels right for you
Book in a free virtual 30 minute call with me.
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This call is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and for you to ask me any questions you have relating to Yin Yoga and/or Somatic Coaching sessions.​
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No need to do anything beforehand, just show up exactly as you are. ​​