Mindful Vinyasa | Hatha | Yin
Alle unsere Yoga-Klassen können unter dem Begriff Vinyasa/Hatha Yoga zusammen gefasst werden. Hatha bezeichnet eine Form des Yoga, bei der das Gleichgewicht zwischen Körper und Geist vor allem durch körperliche Übungen (Asanas), durch Atemübungen (Pranayama) und Meditation angestrebt wird. Differenzierter gesehen sind unsere Yogaklassen dem Unterbegriff Vinyasa Yoga zuzuordnen, wo Yogahaltungen in einer sinnvollen Reihenfolge angeordnet sind und in einem Ablauf geübt werden. Die Verbindung von Atem und Bewegung spielt dabei eine wichtige Rolle. Mit der Yogapraxis stellen sich Ruhe, Klarheit und Achtsamkeit im Geist ein. Der Körper wird gleichzeitig stark und beweglich; Gleichgewicht und Motorik werden gefördert.
Studio St. Johann
Unsere "Homebase" im belebten und jungen St. Johann Quartier besteht seit Februar 2016. In den grossen lichtdurchfluteten Räumen stellt sich ein Gefühl von Leichtigkeit und Offenheit ein. Die Einteilung und Dimensionen der Räume eignen sich für unsere Workshops und Ausbildungen.
Grösse: ca. 175 qm
Kapazität: 35 Personen
Ausstattung: Grosse Umkleiden | 2 WC's Yogamaterial: HelloSun Matten, Blocks, Decken Bolster & Gurte
YIN YOGA in Basel
Relax into the present moment
Yin yoga is a peaceful practice- at least from the outside! It can be, quite challenging to stay still in various poses for longer than just a few breaths. But that is exactly where "the magic happens". If we become still, we start to notice the movements in our mind. We are also able to connect to the sensations in our body, happening all the time, being pleasant and sometimes unpleasant. By giving the same loving care and attention to every sensation or thought, we learn to become "the observer" of what is happening within. This practice will sooner or later lead to peace, clarity and equanimity. So much for the mind and spirit.
Of course we benefit also physically from Yin yoga: our muscles learn to relax completely which helps to go beyond into the deeper connective tissues, which often are neglected and untouched. Working with fascia, ligaments and tendons, we need patience, because we stay longer in each asana, in order to create change. Yin Yoga is a gentle practice and we use a lot of props to support the body. Practiced on a regular basis, there will be more (joint-) flexibility, less distress in body and mind and often we even sleep better!
A wonderful tool - also in addition to more active yoga stiles.
Yin
Spirit: restful | mindful | accepting
Strength: ---
Tempo: very slow
Difficulty: easy
Our Yin classes are suitable for everyone, also for beginners. Asanas are held 3-5 minutes and you will be guided closely through the practice by the teacher, who will help you with the use of props, adaptions and will also give you a reminder on breathing, mindfulness and other philosophical Yoga topics from time to time.
Deep Yin
Spirit: meditative| mindful | intense
Strength: ---
Tempo: long holds
Difficulty: easy-middle
This offering addresses all experienced yinners, who want to deepen their practice. Longer holds (4-8 minutes), less verbal instructions, calming background music and infusions of poetry will guide you into a meditative and fundamental experience of presence and embodiment.
