Yin Yoga · Sleep · Nervous-system · Hips

Grounding Evening Yin Yoga 30 Minutes — Yin Yoga class, 30 minutes

Grounding Evening Yin Yoga 30 Minutes

Bedtime Yin Yoga Challenge Day 22

30 min All levels SleepNervous-systemHips Apr 2024
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What this Yin class is

This is a slow, grounding evening practice designed to help you let go of the day and drop into rest. We move through just a handful of long, quiet holds — Child’s Pose, Squat, Dangling and Deer Pose — each one inviting your energy to sink down and out into the earth. The whole class builds toward a feeling of being cleaner, calmer and lighter, ready for sleep.

Who this class is for

This is for anyone who wants to unwind and stretch gently before bed — no experience needed. It’s especially lovely if your mind is busy or you’re carrying tension from the day, as every pose here is chosen to settle and ground you. With modifications offered throughout, it suits beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.

What you need

Have a yoga block or two within reach, and a cushion or folded blanket nearby for extra support. You’ll want a warm, quiet space where you can lie down at the end. Every pose has a gentler and a deeper option, so meet your body wherever it is this evening.

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Common questions

What props do I need for this class?

Have a yoga block or two nearby, and a cushion is handy too. You'll sit on a block for Deer Pose and can tuck one under your hips or head in Child's Pose. If you don't have blocks, a firm cushion or a folded blanket works just as well.

Is this suitable if I'm not very flexible?

Absolutely. Every pose has a gentler option — you can widen your knees in Child's Pose, sit on blocks in Squat, keep your knees bent in Dangling, and prop your hips in Deer Pose. You're only ever going to about 60–80% of your edge, so there's no forcing.

Can I do this right before sleep?

Yes — it's designed as a bedtime practice to calm the nervous system and ground your energy. You finish lying down in Corpse Pose, and Katie suggests flowing straight into the linked 10-minute guided relaxation to drift off.

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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.