Yin Yoga in Edinburgh
Discover the calming power of Yin Yoga in Edinburgh with Marpole Retreats. Yin Yoga is a slow, meditative style of yoga where postures are held for several minutes, allowing your body to gently release tension and deepen flexibility. Our sessions focus on stillness, mindfulness, and breathwork – creating the perfect antidote to busy city life.
Whether you’re looking for stress relief, improved mobility, or a quiet space to reconnect with yourself, our Yin Yoga classes are designed to leave you feeling balanced and restored.
Book your Yin Yoga class in Edinburgh today and discover how restorative and relaxing this practice can be.
Candlelit Yin & Nidra at Marpole
Unwind at the end of the day with our Candlelit Yin & Nidra class. We’ll start with calming Yin poses, held gently to release tension and ease the body into a state of relaxation. From there, you’ll be guided through Yoga Nidra, often called “yogic sleep,” a meditation practice that settles the mind, soothes the nervous system, and leaves you feeling completely at ease.
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Many of our students say they walk out feeling calm, centred, and ready for a great night’s sleep. It’s the perfect midweek reset and a beautiful way to close your evening.
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Join us for Candlelit Yin & Nidra in Edinburgh and give yourself the chance to slow down, breathe deeply, and truly rest.
What is Yin Yoga
Yin Yoga is a slow, meditative practice where each posture is held for several minutes. Instead of focusing on strength or fast transitions, Yin works into the deeper layers of the body such as the connective tissues, joints and fascia, helping to improve flexibility and mobility over time.
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It is especially supportive if you are recovering from an injury, experiencing stiffness, or simply feeling tight in certain areas. The longer holds allow you to release tension gradually and safely, giving the body space to open up without strain.
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Because of its stillness and emphasis on breath, Yin Yoga is the perfect balance to more dynamic practices like Flow or Power Yoga. It gives the body time to recover, helps the mind slow down, and leaves you with a sense of deep relaxation that you can carry into the rest of your week.
Benefits of Yin Yoga
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Release physical and mental tension – Long-held poses gently open up tight areas and calm your nervous system, leaving you feeling lighter and more at ease.
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Improve flexibility and joint mobility – Target connective tissues and fascia to gradually increase your range of motion and support long-term joint health.
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Support recovery from other workouts – Perfect as a restorative practice to balance out running, gym training, or more intense yoga classes.
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Enhance mindfulness and relaxation – Slow, meditative holds help you connect with your breath and quiet your mind.
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Reduce stress and support better sleep – Deep relaxation techniques promote restfulness, making it easier to unwind and sleep well.
Yin Yoga at Our Leith Walk Studio
Our yoga studio in Edinburgh is a calm and welcoming space designed to help you slow down and reconnect with yourself. Located on Leith Walk, it’s the perfect spot to escape the busyness of the city and enjoy a grounding Yin Yoga session.
We keep our Yin Yoga classes small, maximum 12 people, so you get personal guidance and support in every pose. Whether you’re completely new to yoga or looking to complement a more dynamic practice, our Leith studio is here to help you stretch deeply, breathe fully, and leave feeling refreshed.
Book your Yin Yoga class in Edinburgh today and discover a practice that nurtures both body and mind.
Ready to slow down, stretch deeply, and give yourself some much-needed time to relax? Our Yin Yoga classes are a chance to release tension, support recovery, and enjoy a calmer state of mind — all in our welcoming Leith Walk studio.
Spots are limited to 12 people to keep classes small and personal, so we recommend booking early to secure your place.