Yin Yoga · Back · Flexibility · Nervous-system

Back & Spine Yin — Yin Yoga class, 60 minutes

Back & Spine Yin

A 1-hour deep stretch for the back & spine · minimal cues

60 min All levels BackFlexibilityNervous-system Oct 2023
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What this Yin class is

A full hour of quiet Yin for your back and spine. I give minimal cues — just enough to name each pose and how long we’ll stay — then fall silent so you can drop out of your head and fully into the shape. We work gently through the whole length of the spine: soft back bends to open the front body, long forward folds to release the back, and a reclined twist to unwind it all. Held long and slow, these shapes are a lovely way to look after your spinal health. Come as you are — every pose has a gentler option and a deeper one.

Who this class is for

Anyone whose back feels tight, tired or compressed — after a long day at a desk, before bed, or any time you want to move quietly and care for your spine. It’s a peaceful, meditative practice with very little talking, so it suits you if you’d rather stretch in silence than be guided the whole way through. Always respect your own body and your own limitations. New to Yin? Read the pose notes below first, then follow the shapes at your own pace.

What you need

Just your mat, and a warm, quiet space where you can be still. No props are required — though a cushion, block or bolster nearby is always welcome to support your hips or head in the longer holds. Press pause whenever you need to.

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What you'll practice

Welcome to Back & Spine Yin
Back
Air Releasing Pose
Twist
Reclined Twist · each side

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Common questions

Is this class silent, and how do the minimal cues work?

Almost. I give just enough cueing to guide you into each pose — the shape and how long we'll stay — and then I go quiet so you can sink into the silence. Read the pose notes below before you start if you're new, so you know what's coming while I'm not talking.

Will this help lower back tension and spinal health?

Yes — the whole class is built around the back and spine. We move through gentle back bends, forward folds and a reclined twist to release the muscles around the spine and leave your back feeling looser and more mobile. If you feel any pinching in the lower back, ease off and take the gentler option.

Do I need any props?

No props are required — just your mat and a warm, quiet space. That said, a cushion, block or bolster nearby is always welcome to support your hips or head and make the longer holds more comfortable.

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A gentle reminder: Yin asks you to respect your limits, not override them. Come out of any pose that feels like pain rather than sensation, ease off if your hands tingle or a knee complains, and take your time coming out of the long holds — the body feels tender for a moment, and that passes. This practice is about taking good care of your body, never pushing it.