Gentle Yoga in St. Augustine: 3 Signs You Need a Yin or Restorative Class

By Serenity Movement | Yoga & Pilates Studio in St. Augustine, FL

In a world that constantly asks you to move faster, do more, and hold it all together, sometimes the most radical thing you can do is slow down.

At Serenity Movement, our Gentle to Yin class offers a grounding, restorative space where you can release tension, reconnect with yourself, and soften into stillness. If you’re wondering whether this class is “for you,” here are three signs your body and mind are quietly asking for it.

1. You Feel Stretched Thin — Mentally, Emotionally, or Energetically

If your brain feels like it’s juggling too many tabs — family, work, deadlines, life — you’re not alone. Many of our clients come to Gentle to Yin not because their bodies are sore, but because their nervous systems are overloaded.

This class is intentionally designed to slow down your thoughts and bring your awareness back into your body.

Through mindful breath, gentle movement, and long-held postures, you activate the parasympathetic nervous system — the part of your body responsible for rest, digestion, and healing. It’s the opposite of “fight or flight.”

🧘‍♀️ This class is a space to breathe, release, and recalibrate.

You don’t have to earn rest. You just have to show up.

2. Your Body Feels Tight, Fatigued, or Overtrained

Whether you’ve been hitting sculpt classes hard or just sitting at a desk all day, it’s common to feel tight hips, sore low back, stiff shoulders, or general fatigue.

Unlike fast-paced classes, Gentle to Yin uses:

    •    Slow, supported movement to ease into mobility

    •    Props like blocks and bolsters to support your body

    •    Long holds (2–5 minutes) that give fascia time to release

This type of practice improves flexibility, circulation, and joint health — not by pushing harder, but by allowing more space.

It’s especially helpful if:

    •    You’re in recovery from high-intensity workouts

    •    You’re dealing with inflammation or chronic pain

    •    You’ve been feeling disconnected from your body

💫 This class meets you where you are. There’s no pressure to perform—only permission to feel.

3. You’re Craving Something More Nourishing Than “Exercise”

Gentle to Yin isn’t just about the physical—it’s about what your whole self needs.

We’ve had clients tell us this class helped them:

    •    Sleep better after months of restless nights

    •    Cry in a good way for the first time in ages

    •    Feel deeply rested for the first time in years

If you’ve ever left a workout more drained than energized, it might be time to explore the other side of movement — one that honors softness, stillness, and receiving instead of efforting.

🕯️ This isn’t a class you take to burn calories.

It’s a class you take to come home to yourself.

What to Expect in a Gentle to Yin Class at Serenity Movement

Whether it’s your first class or your 50th, you can expect:

    •    A softly lit space with calming music

    •    A warm room (not heated), perfect for relaxation

    •    Guided breathwork and gentle mobility to start

    •    Long holds in seated or reclined postures

    •    Optional essential oils, props, and savasana rest

    •    A feeling of peace that stays with you long after class

No prior experience is needed. This class is open to all bodies, all ages, all experience levels. Just bring yourself and wear something comfortable.

Who This Class Is Perfect For:

    •    Busy professionals who need to decompress

    •    Moms or caretakers needing time to be supported instead of supporting

    •    Anyone feeling anxious, scattered, or ungrounded

    •    Athletes or active clients who need deep recovery

    •    Those with chronic stress, fatigue, or burnout

Real Words From Our Clients:

“I didn’t know how much I needed that.”

“It felt like the first time I actually rested all week.”

“I carry so much in my hips. This class helps me let it go.”

How Often Should You Take Gentle to Yin?

We recommend starting with 1x per week and listening to how your body responds. You might be surprised by how much it helps balance out your week, especially if you take higher-intensity classes too.

It’s also a beautiful complement to:

    •    Pilates Sculpt

    •    Strength & Sculpt

    •    Power Flow

The best results happen when you create balance — challenge + restoration, fire + calm.

💛 Ready to Feel the Shift?

Your body already knows what it needs. You just need to give it space to receive it.

Join us for Gentle to Yin this week at Serenity Movement in St. Augustine. You can:

    •    Try 2 weeks unlimited for $30 → Start here

    •    Book your class now here

    •    Or reach out with questions → hello@serenitymovement.com