Workshops

Yin Yoga and The Five Elements – A Practice Intensive with Josh Summers

Yin Yoga offers a profound way to nourish, circulate, and harmonize the vital energy of our body, energy, and mind. For years, the Yin Yoga narrative has centered on the idea that stimulating specific planes of fascia positively influences the flow of energy (Qi) through key energy channels. But what if we expanded that perspective?

This Yin Yoga intensive introduces an updated, holistic approach to understanding how Yin Yoga cultivates and harmonizes energy. Rather than focusing solely on stimulating specific channels, we will explore how Yin Yoga— alongside complementary practices like Yang forms of movement, breathwork, and meditation — nurtures all the energetic elements of holistic health.

We will examine how Yin Yoga influences each element at a holistic level, one by one, and then synthesize it all to understand how the practice of Yin Yoga creates a synergistic effect, influencing all elements simultaneously. In Chinese Medicine, the Five Elements — Water, Wood, Fire, Earth, and Metal — represent dynamic forces and dimensions of our being. Instead of isolating one element at a time, this intensive will illuminate how a well-rounded Yin Yoga practice harmonizes, nurtures, and balances all five elements, creating a more integrated sense of vitality and well-being.

To get the most out of this intensive it is suggested to attend all sessions.

DATES
Thursday, October 9, 2025: Element Water
8:45 am to 11:45 am, and 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm

Friday, October 10, 2025: Elements Wood and Fire
8:45 am to 11:45 am, and 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm

Saturday, October 11, 2025: Element Earth
2:30 pm to 6:00 pm

Sunday, October 12, 2025: Element Metal
12.30 pm to 4:00 pm

LOCATION
AIRYOGA, Fabrikstrasse 10 in 8005 Zürich

TEACHER
Josh Summers

LANGUAGE
English

COST
Complete course (20 hours total): CHF 550.-
Thursday and Friday: (6.5 hours each): CHF 190.- each
Saturday and Sunday (3.5 hours each): CHF 105.- each

INFO
The number of participants is limited.
Please note the reservation and cancelation policy for workshops at AIRYOGA.
For any questions, please contact zuerich@airyoga.com

Book online here

This intensive is open to everyone, whether you are completely new to Yin Yoga or an experienced teacher seeking a fresh perspective to enhance your teaching. Regardless of your background, you’ll gain tools and insights to deepen your understanding of Yin Yoga and its holistic impact.

By the end of this immersive experience, you will feel empowered and inspired, armed with an updated, holistic model for your personal practice and teaching. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of how Yin Yoga supports not only physical health but also the energetic and emotional harmony that sustains a balanced and vibrant life.

With a professional background in Oriental Medicine and a personal passion for the dharma, Josh fell in love with Yin Yoga as a beautiful synthesis of Yoga, Chinese Medicine and Dharma. Josh Summers hosts the Everyday Sublime Podcast and teaches workshops and trainings internationally.

Check out Josh’s side „Yin Yoga, Meditation & the Art of Starting Over” or his website joshsummers.net

Thursday, October 9, 2025 from 8:45 am to 11:45 am, and 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm: Element Water
On the first day of this intensive, Josh will give an in-depth introduction to the Five Elements Theory and Yin Yoga, focusing on the element of water in terms of how we cleanse our bodies, circulate our energy and navigate the many fears of uncertainty in life.

Friday, October 10, 2025 from 8:45 am to 11:45 am, and 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm: Elements Wood and Fire
On the second day, Josh will explore the elements of Wood and Fire in the practice of Yin Yoga, looking at how these elements relate to healthy boundaries with ourselves and others, as well as deeper inspiration and creativity in our lives.

Saturday, October 11, 2025 from 2:30 pm to 6:00 pm: Element Earth
During this afternoon, Josh will explore the element of Earth and how Yin Yoga supports grounded connection, stabilizing nourishment and an antidote to anxiety.

Sunday, October 12, 2025 from 12.30 pm to 4:00 pm: Element Metal
On the last day, Josh will explore the element of metal, emphasizing the cultivation of awareness of how all the elements work together in a synergistic way.

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Yin Yoga + The Five Elements: A Practice Intensive with Josh Summers, Complete Course

9 - 12 October 2025

550.00 CHF incl. VATAdd to cart

Yin Yoga + The Five Elements: A Practice Intensive with Josh Summers, Thu, 9 October 2025

8.45 - 11.45 am & 1.30 - 5 pm

190.00 CHF incl. VATAdd to cart

Yin Yoga + The Five Elements: A Practice Intensive with Josh Summers, Fri, 10 October 2025

8.45 - 11.45 am & 1.30 - 5 pm

190.00 CHF incl. VATAdd to cart

Yin Yoga + The Five Elements: A Practice Intensive with Josh Summers, Sat, 11 October 2025

2.30 - 6 pm

105.00 CHF incl. VATAdd to cart

Yin Yoga + The Five Elements: A Practice Intensive with Josh Summers, Sun, 12 October 2025

12.30 - 4 pm

105.00 CHF incl. VATAdd to cart