The Fifth Season – Yin Yoga for Late Summer

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory recognises a fifth season called Late Summer which bridges the Yang (active, productive and expansive) energy of high summer and the cooler, reflective Yin energy of Autumn. It is, therefore, a great point at which to celebrate the abundance traditionally associated with summer as our energetic bodies lean into the reflective, stillness of Yin in Autumn. This point in late summer is a wonderful opportunity to re-set, ready for Autumn and share a practice that acknowledges our timeless energetic connection to the seasons.

Yin Yoga can be enjoyed as a meditative as well as very nourishing physical practice with the opportunity for deep release of connective tissue (fascia) whilst exploring a range of supported postures or shapes. This will be a small group practice, structured either side of a break for refreshments. The first part of the practice will include an introduction to props and to the TCM theory around the energetics of the ‘Fifth Season’ and how this relates to our energetic body. The second practice will be a quiet practice with guidance to move into the next shape and then space and silence in which to explore.

Suitable for beginners and largely mat based. Please bring along any favourite props, including blankets, socks etc. A good range of props will be provided by us, however and refreshments available, on site.

Workshop title: The Fifth Season – Yin Yoga for Late Summer
Tutor: Louise Willis
Time: 10:30am-1:30pm
Dates: Saturday 27th September 2025
Price: £35

Two-week cut off: We recommend booking at least two weeks prior to the start date so we can be sure that the class has enough students to go ahead!

This course takes place in the Dance Studio. Please note that regrettably this room is not accessible to wheelchair users due to necessary fire evacuation regulations.