Winter's Embrace: Solstice Yoga Flow - 45 Minute - Five Parks Yoga

Begin your 45-minute yoga journey in the lush embrace of Costa Rica, celebrating the winter solstice with intention and grounding energy. Start with a gentle warm-up in easy pose, visualizing roots anchoring you to the earth and light lifting you towards the sky. As you build heat in your core, move forward with purpose, staying rooted in standing and balancing postures.
Wake up and warm up the spine with gentle neck rolls, invigorating side bends, and twists. Engage your core with spinal balance and crunches, paving the way for dynamic postures like plank, cobra, sphinx, forearm plank, dolphin, grounded airplane, boat, and low boat.
Transition into standing postures, finding stability in crescent lunge, warrior two, reverse warrior, half moon, airplane, and prayer squat. Open your heart with wild thing, upward bow, and camel poses, embracing the essence of the winter solstice.
Explore optional inversions like headstand from standing straddle splits, deepening your connection to both earth and sky. Further ignite core heat in side plank and numerous chaturangas, leading into Kapalabhati breathing, a pranayama practice toward the class's conclusion.
As you wind down, savor reclined twists, pigeon pose, fire log pose, and happy baby before surrendering into the restorative embrace of savasana. Let the energy of this moving practice and the winter solstice guide you through this transformative yoga experience.
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00:00 Introduction

[@olgaomalley4829]

It’s so fabulous to have you back with your beautiful flows and energy. 🙏🏻

[@FiveParksYoga]

My pleasure! Thanks for practicing with us!

[@mytaffycat]

Super class, Erin, thank you! I practiced while snow was falling outside my windows and skylights in juxtaposition to your warm, sunny poolside venue with exotic birds calling in the background. It doesn’t get much more inspirational than that. ❤

[@brendatrope588]

Love this class as we go into winter in South Africa ❤

[@markgoodman2561]

Beautiful practice, Erin. Just what I needed this morning to touch the light in the center of all the darkness I have been feeling and wading through.

[@claramu4777]

Happy solstice to you Erin!🧡

[@ingridamurauskiene5945]

Thank you so much Erin❤Namaste🙏

[@claudiacarvalhovitral]

You are the best Teacher!!! Thank you!

[@FiveParksYoga]

Wow, thank you!

[@Jynxapathy]

This was a lovely practice. Thank you Erin.

[@ingridrymer2605]

Thanks with all my heart!!

[@claradec5747]

Great class🎉. Long and strong. Good rythm. Namaste

[@shermeenkhursigara6397]

Such a beautiful practice, thank you 🙏🏼🥰❤️

[@NadiaRegenbogen]

Wow. Thank you so much for this practice. ❤

[@ajarob35]

Thank you so much for a wonderful class!

[@user-pn1sw3ji5t]

Thank you for fabulous class and thank you for incorporating breathing exercises .

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're so very welcome! Happy New Year!

[@ruthl2631]

This class was wonderful! Namaste, Erin 🙏❤

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're so welcome!

[@danielleferreira3156]

Thank you for this, Erin! I really appreciated closing the practice together. A perfect slow flow!

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're so welcome!

[@topclosetsacto5313]

Love this length class. Thank you, Erin!

[@FiveParksYoga]

Great! Thanks for the feedback and I'm so glad you enjoyed this one :)

[@jacquelynwozniak7471]

My Erin.. my friend… always a welcome surprise with your voice and video!!!❤❤❤❤

[@FiveParksYoga]

My pleasure! Thanks for practicing with us!

[@Grimella92spice]

It is insanely nuts to me these classes are free!!!! Thank you Erin and patreon supporters for putting this out there for us ❤🙏🙏

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're so welcome! See you on your mat!

[@LisaBlythe23]

The winter solstice is one of my favorite times of year and this flow captures the essence, energy, and enlightenment of the season. Thank you and peace to you and yours.

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're so very welcome, I'm really glad you enjoyed this class!

[@rutastyles]

Love this practice ❣️ will definitely be repeating- just the right amount of challenge and loving the breathwork and om at the end🥰 thank you Erin🌹

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're so welcome!

[@NakaUkeOi]

Thank you Erin. You are awesome!

[@FiveParksYoga]

You are so welcome!

[@VenusLanzot]

A great stretch and strength practice. I was craving the Om at the end, and you delivered. Thank you, Erin. ❤

[@FiveParksYoga]

Aww, thanks Venus! Great to hear from you!!

[@KymGeier]

Amazing class. Thank you. 💙🤍🩵

[@bluemoondew]

Thank you so much , Erin. FPY is my go to when I need to feel rejuvenation. This was a perfect practice for gentle releasing and looking forward to what's next. Blessings to you and yours 🌐😌

[@danag812]

Thank you for this beautiful practice. Happy holidays to you and your family! ❤

[@teresacoxstudio3890]

Thankyou for this wonderful Solstice Flow🌅

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're very welcome!

[@adrialucca4941]

Thank you for this winter solstice class. It was exactly what I needed… the perfect amount of heat and stretching. So glad you’re back. ❤

[@FiveParksYoga]

My pleasure! Thanks for practicing with us!

[@ezgigler]

Wow, what an incredible yoga journey!

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're so welcome!

[@wendicoffelt5234]

Great practice, love the quotes

[@e-cs-c8747]

Thank you dear Erin for a wonderful grounding practice, and your wise word🙏🏼

[@FiveParksYoga]

So glad you enjoyed this class!

[@judyelizabethart]

Thank you Erin!

[@MoreVariousMoreBeautiful]

...this felt so good, Erin. Missed you!

[@FiveParksYoga]

I'm so glad! Great to be back!

[@Jana-bb3vi]

I was just browsing and choosi g some yoga class,perfect,thanks❤❤❤❤❤

[@FiveParksYoga]

Im glad this one jumped out at you! Hope you enjoyed it!

[@mirjameggenberger]

Wonderful flow 💗

[@florbisagno]

Thank You 🙏

[@sharongeller7141]

Thank you Erin for your comments during this wonderful practice. I cried at the end when you talked about the passage from darkness to light, and of hope. I sure need that now as we’re experiencing some of the darkest days we ever had in Israel. May the growing light hours of the days bring peace and hope for us all.

[@FiveParksYoga]

peace to you and yours 🙏

[@gracefullybroken1]

Loved this flow❤

[@judithpalumbo9947]

44:21 min video. This was great. It’s a stretch and strength when you want to want move slower and deliberately. Which is what I needed this morning because I have been a little too “tight” lately. When I opened Erin’s KZbin this new video seemed perfect for what I was feeling and in practice it was 100%. Thanks Erin!

[@FiveParksYoga]

My pleasure! Thanks for practicing with us!

[@nancycampbell6098]

Loved this class!

[@FiveParksYoga]

So glad you enjoyed this class!

[@sonaligosavi8899]

Fabulous fabulous class. Thanh you Erin. Lovefrom my ❤ to your ❤ 🧘‍♀️ 💖

[@joannamcgrath5998]

wooohoooo loved this ....thanks so much. x

[@FiveParksYoga]

So glad you enjoyed this class!

[@justinej263]

Just what I needed right before sunset on December 21st! Thank you!!

[@WendyWahman]

This is a such a warm and grounding class, than you, Erin. My dog lost it when we did the breathing at the end - all fun and games! And of course we were both delighted 😁

[@FiveParksYoga]

Hahah, that's funny! Rindo is always very curious about the breathing too!

[@siobhandevlin6913]

My dog alert thought I had lost the plot and needed resuscitation with breathing at end!

[@lulatantu6939]

So much gratitude to you, Erin, for sharing this beatiful flow and your words with each of us. I can't thank you enough for the light and love, as you say, you provide to us

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're so very welcome! I really appreciate your incredibly thoughtful words :) Happy New Year!

[@TayaBerkhout]

Wonderul class Erin. All the best to you and Matt and family for the holidays at home.

[@FiveParksYoga]

Happy New Year!

[@housecats8427]

Loved this session ❤

[@FiveParksYoga]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@monicaf3425]

Thank you and happy holidays❤

[@FiveParksYoga]

To you as well!!

[@ThePollaton]

That is my strongest flow since a rough bout of flu. It felt good to be back . Also Erin can I say your looking great ❤

[@FiveParksYoga]

Thanks! I'm so. gladyou enjoyed this one!

[@kelseyfatland8012]

Wonderful way to celebrate the solstice. Thank you.❤

[@phunkygemini]

Erin, I feel Ahmazzzing after this practice! You included some of my favorite yoga elements/poses into one glorious practice. Wishing you and yours a happy solstice! ❤

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're so very welcome, I'm really glad you enjoyed this class!

[@susannastratford5847]

I love these December themed practices! My racing heart, shoulders, neck and peace of mind thank you!

[@ankegerhard3225]

Yes, it is so good to see you again and be guided by you.

[@FiveParksYoga]

More to come!

[@MissKayV]

So lovely to have you back. This was perfect for today, thank you!

[@annief412]

I know the solstice was nearly a month ago but on a January day with lots of sleet and no sun, this was perfect. Thank you!

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're so welcome!

[@maryholoubek8967]

This was lovely, thank you!

[@FiveParksYoga]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Amanda-yo2cd]

Erin, I’m so grateful for you! Your practices are always so creative and beautiful. I loved your guidance on this one. I feel energised on every level! I echo an earlier comment that your peaceful, compassionate energy shines through every practice and elevates your teachings to a higher, beautiful level. I especially loved your reflection at the end. Thank you, Erin. You bring a quality of kindness and wisdom into the world that benefits every single one of us. Namaste and blessings, Erin 🙏🏼💜

[@FiveParksYoga]

Thank you for your incredibly kind words! I'm so glad you enjoyed this class!

[@chelseahereth8474]

What a beautiful flow, thank you Erin for all that you provide for us! So happy I could ground down with you on the solstice.

[@lorrainegillingham2080]

Great practice…. Thanks…. Used this for my pre Xmas day energy boost before the grand/ kids all arrive. 😂❤🙏🏽

[@claudiagabler4194]

Thank you for the wonderful winter solstice celebration! Namaste and Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones, Erin!

[@zorastojanovska4179]

Dear Erin, Thank you so very much for all the wonderful yoga you have given me for many years 🙏🏼I am very grateful to you! May you have a wonderful Christmas and I look forward to more practicing with you in 2024🎉 Your time and effort is very much appreciated ❤

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're so very welcome! I really appreciate your incredibly thoughtful words :)

[@cecebrownlee1328]

Beautiful flow, loved it 👏🏻❤️

[@FiveParksYoga]

Thank you 🙌

[@katetucker2112]

Two thumbs up! Just right today! Love this one! Thank you

[@amytrowbridge8835]

So excited to do this today! Thank you for posting these classes. Another good idea for a winter class could be Yoga for Shoveling Snow! I just shoveled my loooong rural driveway yesterday and my back and shoulders are feeling it! ☃️

[@FiveParksYoga]

Love that idea!! I'l add it to the list for sure :)

[@marisamaia1]

Thanks Erin, this was a heart warming practice.

[@YogaPunkrockChocolate]

I felt so much better after this. Thank you, Erin and happy holidays

[@14MTH3M00N]

So good as usual! Thanks from Oslo :)

[@FiveParksYoga]

Thank you too!

[@linsu2854]

Hi Erin, Every one of your class is a winner. I love this practice so much and am already looking forward to doing it again. You helped me start my Saturday on such a high note. Thank you.

[@FiveParksYoga]

My pleasure! Thanks for practicing with us!

[@lynettefield8558]

Thank you so much Erin. It’s summer here in Australia so we have lots of heat- but this flow was so beautiful to do whatever the weather.😊

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're welcome! Enjoy the heat and long days!!!

[@mjhugs3]

Thank you ❤

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're very welcome!

[@arubasagar6571]

The description looks exciting. Sunday morning yoga for me. Thank you so much Erin for all these wonderful yoga classes ❤

[@FiveParksYoga]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@bethanymott3734]

Intentional and energizing -- perfect for a Saturday morning. Thank you.

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're very welcome!

[@dorihungerbuhler7885]

Wonderful class. Loved the flow and stretches. I would love to see a class dedicated to hip stretching.

[@FiveParksYoga]

Great suggestion! I will add that to our list of future class ideas and themes. Thanks!

[@Ash-ky3rv]

Great energizing flow as we move towards the shortest day of the year! Thanks Erin and the FPY crew!

[@FiveParksYoga]

So glad you enjoyed this class! Thanks for being a part of the FPY family!

[@kathyscottbusse2856]

This was such a perfect practice and your guiding and powerful words resonated with me as I start my new journey of finding a new job! Thank you so much! Namaste

[@FiveParksYoga]

So glad you enjoyed this class! Thanks for being a part of the FPY family!

[@gwenfaulkner660]

Clever, clever class x

[@FiveParksYoga]

Thanks!

[@TheGreenLanternLives]

Thank you, Erin

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're very welcome!

[@nazokashii]

This was really nice :) thank you for sharing

[@FiveParksYoga]

My pleasure! Thanks for practicing with us!

[@ozgurkaya2677]

You are great!!!!!

[@FiveParksYoga]

Thanks! I'm so glad you enjoyed this one!

[@deborahanssen8591]

Thank you so much, Erin. This was not only an awesome celebration of the winter solstice, but also an enjoyable and strengthening practice. (You did miss a couple of things on the left side in your first flow that you did on the right -- Not trying to be critical, just FYI.)

[@FiveParksYoga]

You are so welcome!

[@solstice1681]

Wonderful flow, a true gift. Be blessed Erin ❤️

[@FiveParksYoga]

Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@mariaale652]

Beautiful class! thank you so much Erin 💖

[@FiveParksYoga]

So glad you enjoyed this class!

[@susanchristopherson6044]

Loved this practice❤Perfect start to the day🌞

[@FiveParksYoga]

So glad you enjoyed this class!

[@giuliagallo3564]

Wonderful flow! thanks a lot ! 🥰

[@brettmccormick3378]

Well done, well narrated, great flow for this time of year!

[@MollyKeepsBooks]

I love this practice. I let go of my 40s and welcome in my 50s this winter.

[@FiveParksYoga]

Welcome to your 50s! I'll be there in a short 6 months as well! :)

[@MollyKeepsBooks]

@@FiveParksYoga ♥

[@connier8885]

Really loved this one. Thank you Erin!

[@FiveParksYoga]

So glad you enjoyed this class!

[@kumba6160]

Wonderful... Thank you Erin 💜

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're very welcome!

[@user-wh1gc7hm7l]

Loved it. What an inspiring class you presented!

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're very welcome!

[@karinekmk9293]

Hi Erin, it was a beautiful flow, perfect for grounding (I find that balance postures are perfect to anchor us into the ground, into the present moment, and into ourselves) and bringing heat to the body (it's freezing here in North east of France ❄️ Never seen kapalabathi done with exhaling through the mouth before, I prefer doing it with nose exhaling though😉 Thank you for this cool class, I couldn't wait til December, 21st to do it😉😉 🙏

[@FiveParksYoga]

My pleasure! Thanks for practicing with us! Yes, it is traditionally a nose exhale, that's correct! I figured it'd be fun to try a unique variation for this solstice class, but you are absolutely correct, it can certainly be modified to the nose if you prefer :) Thanks for your feedback!!

[@karinekmk9293]

@@FiveParksYoga thank you for taking time to answer my question 😉 I always hold a tissue in front of my nose when doing kapalabathi, "just in case" 😉

[@kickboxergirl4]

Thank you

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're welcome!

[@cutiepie-dh4ff]

Good 🌄 morning. I'll be doing this right after my appointment. This looks too lovely not to. Thank you

[@FiveParksYoga]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@cutiepie-dh4ff]

@@FiveParksYoga I did. Just what I needed

[@Rhondda21]

You are so beautiful, Erin, in every way.❤

[@FiveParksYoga]

Aww thank you!

[@barbaraaustin8262]

Thanks!

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're so very welcome, I'm so glad you enjoyed this class. And on that note, thank YOU for such a kind and generous donation to our channel! Your help matters SO much to us, we are forever grateful. Seriously, thank you, it matters :)

[@michelbeaudet2605]

Merci😁

[@siobhandevlin6913]

Found the fire-log pose challenging as tight right hamstring or piriformis? Loved the flow of movements

[@debbiejordan1959]

Amazing Flow! Any chance you can share that reading at the end? Thank you for the wonderful class

[@draperpj]

Thank you for this class! I was late to the game but the message still resonates. Where are those leggings from? They are gorgeous!

[@FiveParksYoga]

:) Glad you enjoyed it! Have a great one! I can't remember where I got the pants, I've had them for a LONG time :) Happy New Year!

[@nancycampbell6098]

Erin, I am having some knee pain, medial and lateral. Are there any poses I should avoid or should do to help with the pain?

[@FiveParksYoga]

I'd check with a doc, but what I can say is to listen closely to what your body is telling you :)

[@nidhiraid]

Dec 24 2023

[@CatLadyDragon]

Thank you so much. Wonderful class. 🪷

[@FiveParksYoga]

We're so glad you liked this one! And thank YOU for your support as well, that was so thoughtful of you, and it matters SO incredibly much, we sincerely appreciate it. Hope you have a great day and I'll see you on your mat :)