Yin and Vinyasa - with Jeff Lang
Thursdays, 9:15-10:45am

This class explores the contrasting yet complementary Taoist aspects of yin and yang as they relate to the body. Yin tissues (tendons, ligaments, fascia and bone) respond best to passive poses held for long periods of time. On the other hand, Yang tissues (muscles and blood) require more active, repetitive movement. Flowing vinyasa combined with gentle floor poses form a balanced practice that addresses the entire body.

Completing Jill Miller’s Yoga Tune Up® teacher training gave Jeff the necessary knowledge for transforming the body in a systematic, accessible, and safe way.  Using modern understanding and ancient techniques, Jeff’s classes provide a physical practice to heal and support mental clarity, emotional capability, and spiritual growth. Having gone through the Avalon Yoga teacher-training program in 2006, Jeff has studied the roots of classical yoga and the philosophies of this rich lineage.  Jeff had the opportunity to learn from some of the areas best teachers; John Berg, Ben Thomas, Sam Matthews, Kelly McGonigal, and Anirudh Shastri.

“My focus is to bring health to the tissues of the body and ensure their efficient function; providing resiliency and support for our well-being. When the body is properly nourished and balanced, the mind and emotions become more at ease, and exhibit the same resiliency and support as the body. We are able to carry on our lives in a perpetual state of wonder, joy, and ease – even at the most difficult of times we gain the courage to reach into the wellspring of our inner-being and experience peace. Know thy Body; Know thy Self.”