THE ART OF SOFTENING
Yin Yoga & Breathwork
11 February, 2026
18:15-21:15
Northern Light Yoga Oslo
«Awakening is really a series of softenings» - Richard Rudd
Welcome to a special evening at Northern Light with Mats and Magnus, exploring the art of softening. Through breath, movement and mindful presence we will explore how we can regain our natural capacity to soften, leading to a more open, fluent and embodied state of presence. Softness in this context is not about becoming limp, but about learning how to be flexible and relaxed in the face of life's turbulence. When stiffened places in the body and mind soften, life force can flow more freely, which also gives new possibilities for who we can be, and what kind of life we can lead.
"The soft overcomes the hard; the gentle overcomes the rigid" - Lao Tzu
The first part of the evening will consist of an exploration of the physical body through Yin Yoga, an introspective form of embodied practice where all postures are done lying down or sitting. In Yin Yoga, the postures are held for several minutes, and the focus is on opening connective tissue and deep physiological structures. The second half of the evening will take place in the name of the breath, and will be done lying down on your back. Through open and conscious breathing, we will explore how we can regain flexibility throughout the mind body complex. The evening will also provide space for joint exploration and sharing of what lies behind each microscopic softening.
«The key to transformation is relaxation» - Swami Satyananda Sarawati
The workshop is led by Mats Onsum and Magnus Jonas. Mats has been teaching yoga since 2016, and has continuously expanded both skills and understanding through immersion in various yogic traditions and practices. He is known for his playful Vinyasa, often with strong and challenging Yogic Arts elements woven in, as well as deeply calming Yin Yoga and Mindful Yoga classes. Mats also has a background as a poet, songwriter and rap artist which is reflected in the way he holds space – with presence, inspiration and a clear ability to create a safe and inclusive environment.
Magnus Jonas has over the past 10 years been a pioneer within breath-based practice in Norway. With a background in Western psychology, and with initiation into several Eastern wisdom traditions, he holds space for awakening and development with generosity, wisdom and a deep interest in what actually works to give birth to a richer and more meaningful life.
When: 11/2 - 18:15 - 21:15
Where: Northern Light Yoga, Oslo
Price: 555
Who: This workshop is taught with the possibility of individual adaptation, and is suitable for curious beginners and experienced yogis.
What: The studio has all the equipment - wear soft and comfortable clothes, and avoid eating a large, heavy meal just before the session.
For questions about this evening, contact Magnus Jonas at magnus (at) magnus108.com
Softly welcome