East is associated with sunrise, birth, renewal, inspiration, beginning, opening, yang and is represented by the front body. West is associated with sunset, let go, harvest, giving thanks, replenishment, rest, yin and is represented by the back body. The first part of the practice is yang and dynamic to invite opening to honour the sun with heart opening, hips opening and sun salutation A. The second part of the practice is yin, quiet and reflective to honour the sun setting with deep hip release poses to let go of the day.

Class focus: Sun salute A + front body opening + back body opening

Props: Mat, Bolster (or cushions)

Duration: 40 mins