There is poetry in seasonal transitions—a rhythm pulsing beneath the surface before fully revealing itself. In the Chinese lunisolar calendar, these shifts are marked by 24 solar terms, guiding nature’s flow. This class aligns with Jīngzhé (惊蛰 / 驚蟄), "Awakening of Insects"—when spring’s first stirrings emerge, insects awaken from winter’s stillness, and trees send energy toward their waiting buds.

Between March 5 and March 19, Jīngzhé signals the seasonal transition from Water (Winter) to Wood (Spring) in the Five Element cycle. As Yang Qi rises, the body, like the earth, moves from storage to gentle expansion. This period is governed by the Liver and Gallbladder channels, which support flexibility, circulation, and emotional clarity.

About This Class:

This Yin yoga practice mirrors the quiet awakening of spring, inviting you to sense the subtle shifts within. Through long-held, meditative postures, we will:

• Encourage expansion with side-body stretches, hip openers, and twists to support the smooth flow of Qi.
• Support the Liver’s detoxification role, easing physical and emotional tension.
• Balance stillness and movement, deepening awareness of the body’s natural rhythms.
• Welcome emergence, not through force, but by attuning to what is naturally ready to awaken.

Like the first warmth of spring coaxing life from dormancy, this practice offers space to soften, open, and rise into the season ahead—not with urgency, but with deep intention.

About Me & My Approach

I’m Kathryn Norris, an RYT and Certified Somatic Practitioner, blending mindfulness, Yin & Yang yoga, somatics, and energetic practices to support nervous system health and embodied awareness.

My functional approach to Yin guides you in sensing where to feel each pose, fostering self-agency and self-compassion in practice and life. Somatics is woven throughout, encouraging interoception and curiosity over expectation, creating an unfolding conversation with your body. This approach nurtures safety, connection, and emotional balance, supporting nervous system regulation and deep release.

Additional Details:

• Class recordings available for five days (uploaded within 24 hours).
• Prepare your space with a yoga mat, soft padding, and props (blocks, blanket, strap, bolster).
• Questions? I’m happy to help—just reach out!