Yin Yoga & Meditation

This invaluable Yin Yoga resource offers everything you need to practice and teach Yin Yoga and meditation, bringing together embodied philosophy, insight, and heart-centered teaching. "Often I'm asked by students where they can go to learn more about Yin Yoga and extend their studies. Well, now I have the answer! This book! This is it.” — Bernie Clark, author of The Complete Guide to Yin Yoga A Yin Yoga companion for teachers, practitioners, wellness providers, and those eager to guide meaningful, meditative sessions, this book offers a rich and inspiring approach to both practicing and teaching Yin Yoga. Bringing together 75+ Yin Yoga poses, 40+ guided meditation scripts, Taoist energy practices, insights into Yin’s physiology and core principles, and thoughtfully designed sequences, it opens space to explore the practice through body, mind, energy, and heart. You will find guidance for teaching meditative Yin Yoga sessions, planning intentional classes, and practical tools for creating practices that foster healing, mindfulness, and growth. With clear instruction, accessible pose modifications, and ready-to-use class plans, this book has become a trusted resource in yoga teacher trainings and an ongoing companion as you deepen your practice and teach from the heart. It includes: 75+ photographed Yin Yoga poses, with step-by-step guidance, variations, modifications, and prop suggestions to support accessibility across a wide range of bodies and needs. 40+ guided meditation scripts, integrating mindfulness meditation, Yoga Nidra, breathwork, and Taoist energy practices into Yin sessions, adaptable to your voice and your students’ needs. A collection of Yin Yoga sequences, including seasonal practices, beginner-friendly flows, Wall Yin, full-body sessions, and Yin–Nidra offerings for both personal practice and teaching. Meditation fundamentals, with guidance for weaving mindfulness, meditation, and compassionate awareness into classes with confidence and care. A holistic exploration of Yin Yoga, and how it nourishes body, mind, energy, and heart, on and off the mat. The core principles of Yin Yoga, and how they can be woven into classes that feel meaningful, safe, and effective. Functional Yin anatomy, supporting a sustainable approach through functional alignment and embodied anatomical understanding. The physiology and science behind Yin Yoga, including its support of connective tissue health, circulation, and nervous system regulation. Five Elements theory, Yin–Yang organ systems, and Taoist energy practices, offering ways to sense, balance, and harmonize Qi. The philosophical roots of Yin Yoga and meditation, including Taoism, Yoga Nidra, and Buddhist traditions, shared through the lens of Thich Nhat Hanh. Creative teaching tools, supporting thoughtful sequencing, theme development, and classes that reflect your intention and respond to your students’ needs. Seven ready-to-use class plan downloads, featuring themed sequences for teaching and personal practice, available with new book purchases. You may also enjoy The Book of Yoga Nidra Meditation Scripts by Sagel Urlacher. It offers a versatile collection of Yoga Nidra scripts that pair seamlessly with Yin Yoga, whether in Savasana or within blended yoga and meditation classes. Editorial Reviews “For practitioners and teachers, this book is a wonderful and thorough resource that I highly commend.” — Norman Blair, author of Brightening Our Inner Skies: Yin and Yoga “A true gem of a book I will return to for years to come. Full of wisdom, technique, practice, and philosophy, it is both accessible and complete - offering depth for experienced teachers while remaining welcoming for those new to Yin Yoga.” — Linda Snay, E-RYT, Yoga Teacher and Teaching Artist
ASIN: B0B3S6W9V3
VSKU: GBV.B0B3S6W9V3.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Urlacher, Sagel|Blair, Norman
Binding: Paperback
Note: Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.
Condition Notes: Has a sturdy binding with some shelf wear. May have some markings or highlighting. Used copies may not include access codes or Cd's. Slight bending may be present.