The Summer Solstice marks the arrival of the longest day of the year when the earth tilted at its maximum towards the sun. It’s the astronomical first day of summer but also called midsummer by some who see it as the midpoint of the season. Characterised by an abundance of light, the Summer Solstice has traditionally been seen as a time for celebrating the sun - its energy and its life-giving properties - before the days gradually begin to shorten. It’s also long been associated with fertility, abundance, and even magic.  

At this Friday night class, we’ll celebrate together with a yoga practice that reflects the energy of the season and helps us connect to our own inner cycles and light. The evening will begin with a slow flow practice that gently warms the body, gradually opening it to deeper expansive shapes. This will be followed by a soothing and relaxing yin yoga practice with mindfulness, inquiry questions and breath work offering time for insight and reflection.