Slow Down. Breathe. Rest.
Some days call for a sweat. Other days call for stillness.
At Drishti Yoga and Wellness in Carrollwood, our yin and restorative yoga classes give you an hour to slow down, breathe, and let the rest of the day fall away. The room is calm and cool, the pace is unhurried, and there's nothing to keep up with.
Here, the focus is on you.
Yin yoga is a slow, quiet practice. Instead of flowing from pose to pose, you settle into a handful of mostly seated or reclined postures and stay there for a few minutes at a time.
Those long, passive holds gently work into the deeper layers of the body, like connective tissue and joints, rather than the muscles you use in a flowing class. Props such as bolsters, blocks, and blankets help you get comfortable so you can soften into each pose instead of forcing it.
The real practice is patience. You breathe, you notice, and you let go a little more with every breath.
Restorative yoga is all about support. Bolsters, blankets, and blocks hold your body fully, so you can rest completely in each position.
There's very little effort involved. Restorative yoga is simply time set aside to be still, breathe deeply, and let your mind settle. Many of our classes in The Grove blend the two, pairing yin's long holds with restorative yoga's fully supported rest.
The Grove is our calm and cool room, home to our yin and restorative yoga classes.
Step inside and the pace changes. Lights are soft, the room is quiet, and the only thing on your schedule for the next hour is you.
Sound bowls. Our yin classes include sound bowls, whose soothing tones help your body and mind settle even deeper into stillness.
Everything you need. Mats, props, and towels are here, and showers are on site, so you can come straight from work or head out to dinner afterward.
Yin and restorative yoga are for anyone who wants to slow down. They may be a good fit if you:
Pair it with hot yoga in The Forge. The Forge is our heated room, home to Heated Vinyasa, Power, Pilates, Sculpt and Mobility. Many students mix both into their week: a sweaty class in The Forge one day, and a slow, quiet yin class in The Grove the next. The heat builds strength and focus; The Grove gives you space to rest and reset. Learn more about hot yoga in Tampa.
You don't need to be flexible or experienced. You just need to show up and breathe. Everyone's body is different, so if you have an injury or health condition, check with your doctor and let your teacher know before class.
Looking for yin yoga in Tampa that fits your week? Here's our regular lineup of slow, quiet classes in The Grove. All classes are 60 minutes.
Yin: long, passive holds with props, for stillness and breath awareness.
Restorative/Yin: long, fully supported holds with bolsters, blankets, and blocks. Slow-paced and calming.
Slow Down and Focus: deliberate, mindful movement with longer holds, clear alignment cues, and focused breathing.
The Grove also hosts our gentle, non-heated Ambient Flow and Mindful Movement classes if you'd like to move a little more while keeping things calm.
Times and teachers can change, so always check the schedule for the latest classes and to book your spot.
Hannah Olivier leads yin in The Grove on Tuesday evenings and Saturday late mornings, guiding slow, quiet practice for students of every level. Hannah also offers private Reiki sessions on Saturday mornings, if you'd like an hour of one-on-one calm. Hannah is also a Level II Usui Reiki Practitioner, bringing the same sense of calm and connection to her yin classes.
Pam Velez teaches Slow Down and Focus in The Grove on Thursdays at 7 PM, an unhurried evening class built around mindful movement, longer holds, and steady breath.
You'll also find Jen Keane, Alicia Nunez, Francesca Michelini, and Ciara Jayawardena leading yin, restorative, and slow classes in The Grove through the week.
New to Drishti? Your first class is on us.
Want more? Get an unlimited first week for $33, and try as many classes in The Grove and The Forge as you like for seven days. It's the easiest way to find the class times and styles you love.
Do I need any yoga experience?
No. Yin and restorative classes are welcoming for every level, including complete beginners. Your teacher will offer options and props so every pose works for your body.
Is The Grove heated?
No. The Grove is our calm and cool room. Our heated classes take place in The Forge.
What's the difference between yin and restorative yoga?
Yin uses long, passive holds that gently work into the deeper layers of the body. Restorative yoga uses props to support you fully so you can rest with very little effort. Many of our classes blend the two.
What should I bring?
Comfortable clothes you can relax in, and a water bottle. Mats, props, and towels are provided, and showers are on site.
Will there be sound bowls?
Our yin classes include sound bowls. Their soothing tones help you settle even deeper into stillness.
How do I book?
Pick a class on our schedule and reserve your spot online. Questions first? Call us at (813) 414-9280.
At Drishti, the focus is on you. Give yourself an hour in The Grove: no pace to keep, no pose to perfect, just space to slow down and breathe. Whether you live in Carrollwood, Citrus Park, or anywhere in northwest Tampa, your neighborhood yoga studio is right on Gunn Hwy.
Drishti Yoga and Wellness
4802 Gunn Hwy Ste 154, Tampa, FL 33624 (Carrollwood, near Citrus Park)
(813) 414-9280
Weekdays 5:45 AM-7:30 PM (last class 7:30 PM) · Weekends 7 AM-6 PM
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