Strength to Surrender: A Yin to Yang Flow

Thanks so much, Fiji. This was perfect for a rainy Oregon Coast morning, calm and lovely.

Proud of myself! I mastered my first complete class with Fidji (was always kind of afraid, she is so good).
So far, I followed most of her tutorials - a big help to get things better - but today I just wanted to try a regular class. Needed a block for the balance but otherwise it went very well and I loved it!! Thanks.

try during transition to intermediate

Thank you for a well balanced flow, I feel very calm now

A little difficult for part of the 'Stiff Guys Challenge' ? Maybe it's just me

Attempted this as part of the Stiff Guys Challenge. I liked the rhythm, the energy, and the principles, but many of the stretches were quite far beyond my range of motion. For example, I wasn't able to get into any of the bolster poses after the first one. Can you recommend a class like this for _really_ stiff guys?

This class was yoga-awesome. Following the breath energetically and metaphisically trains one to gain equanimity in life. Thank you.

Hi Fiji-
This was a wonderful class. Thanks so much for offering it.
Hoping I can ask two questions-
1.) Is the idea in this class that when we were doing more slow flows that there is yin energy in the surrender and yang energy in the places of effort?
2.) Is Hatha yoga a great example of these two energies dancing?

Thanks for this knowledge!
Alyssa

I love this! My whole body feels balanced and relaxed after lots of sitting, walking and snow shoveling. I have to remember this and find my way back regularly. ♥️

Hi Fiji

I love your classes and always find them strengthening and calming. But I hope you don’t mind my saying that sometimes I feel there is too much commentary. I find it difficult to sink into my practice with so much continuous description of what we are doing and sometimes it would be nice to have more silence.

Having said that you are a wonderful teacher and thank you for all your classes.

This was a beautifully balanced class. Thank you so much

Always such a joy to dance with you. Namaste!

I love the lack of distinction between yin and yang here, how we shift back and forth with ease. Needed that mixture of challenge and rest tonight, thank you.

Wonderfull practice at the end of the day. It helped me relax my legs after a long run this morning. I love Fidji's calm voice. Thanks again.

Thank you for another wonderful class Fiji. Your classes are always exactly what I need.
Namaste

Wonderful practice and Fiji is excellent in every way as always.. I look forward to re-visiting this class and being able to accomplish more. Thank you.

That was perfect. Thank you.

Wow! Totally loved this Fiji, thank you! X

A slow burn that was soothing and intentional and allowed me to reside fully inside my body for a blissful hour. Thank you, Fiji. You've done it again!

What an incredible class! I was even able to do my first backbend after six months of yoga practice. Thank you Fiji.

Exactly what my body needed. I’m having some pain in my left body and I’ve been craving more yin type movements, but the yang energy of this kept me warm in a way that made the passive holds feel even more restorative. Thank you Fiji! I will return to this one.

A lovely practice and really enjoyed the yin and yang parts. Great for all levels.
Fiji, as always, is such a great guide!

I have been practicing with your classes for many years and this one is my favorite thus far! I tend toward taking more yang classes although I know I need more yin in my life. The principles of striking a balance makes this a powerful practice. Thank you!!

Exactly what I need, challenging for me but refreshing.

How joyous to have a new class with you, Fiji! You do a beautiful job, as always, in guiding us to center and connecting us with our breath. While practicing today, I felt a new hope that the world was beginning to return to its center as well. Namaste.

Thank you Fiji and DYWM team. An amazing class. Love the balancing, and be reminded to balance and center!

Thank you, Fiji! This practice has brought me to my centre today.

I thought this class was teh best of both worlds. Relaxing and strengthening. She's a great yoga teacher.

This might be one of the best Fiji classes and that's saying something. It was very soothing and I will come back to it often.

Loved this class...the yin and the yang, strength and softness. As has been said previously, very well put together. A fabulous flow to the entire session. Thank you.

Wow, I've been a follower of Fiji's for years, but this class is my new favourite. It has a little bit of everything, especially for the present environment. If you're feeling a bit low on energy but want a class that will restore and subtly refresh you, look no further than this class.

@Fiji- I did a class filter for yin/yang style today when choosing my class, but only saw this class by accident under the 'new classes' posting. I think this is categorised as a vinyassa class? Perhaps it would be good to tag as yin/yang so anyone searching for that style can easily find this yummy and delicious class too?

Your classes are such a gift - thank you so much, Fiji! Your words seep into my life all the time!

Wonderful class to return to yoga with after being away for several months! Thank you!

Thank you Fiji for another amazing practise. This one is going in my favourites file! So wonderfully put together!

Thank you, dear Fiji. Coming from a mindfulness background, I deeply appreciate and cherish your wholesome & soul nourishing comments & metaphors (and not only in this video!) that accompany us throughout the entire body-mind experience. With gratitude, Liliane

Calming and relaxing, perfect for these Covid-19 days. Thank you.

beautiful, calm, nourishing practice

My favorite class so far. Both yin and yang and smooth transitions. Perfect for me in the middle stages of yoga.

Amazing class in all ways.

Thank you Fiji, for a nourishing, explorative, and encouraging practice. Sometimes, as you say, the right teacher comes into our lives when beneficial, and on DYWM, as there are many teachers who teach with spirit and generosity, it seems as if there are so many practices that enrich our lives! With much gratitude!
Anna