Deep Relaxation Yoga (Yin Yoga)
Yin yoga: passive floor poses held for several minutes to relax and gain deep flexibility.
PhaseCool-down
Duration10 min
Ages14–16
SpaceGym or classroom
Equipmentyoga mats, music
IntensityLow
How to play
- Butterfly: seated, soles of the feet together, trunk relaxed forward.
- Dragon: low lunge with the back knee on a folded mat.
- Supine twist: knees to one side, arms out wide.
- Child's pose with arms stretched forward.
- Final relaxation on the back.
Rules
- Hold each pose for 1–3 minutes without forcing.
- Silence and slow breathing.
- Come out of each pose slowly.
Variations
Easier
One minute per pose.
Standard
Two minutes.
Harder
Three minutes.
Adaptations
- Knee problems: cushion or folded mat underneath.
- Limited mobility: chair versions.
Learning goals
- Improve flexibility.
- Learn to relax deeply.
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