This training explores the practice and teachings of yin yoga from a functional approach of how we adapt the pose to each individual and how we combine it with the foundational theory of acupressure.
Yin is an introspective practice that provides an opportunity to turn inward and cultivate calm. It is the practice of stillness, the true essence of yin yoga: the art of slowing down.
Traditionally, the practice of yoga has focused on more active, dynamic styles. With modern life being so active, stressful, and resulting in an excess of yang, it's no surprise that Yin Yoga has risen to the occasion, providing a more relaxing, revitalising, grounding practice with significant benefits for body, mind, and soul. It’s crucial for yoga teachers to understand the theory of yin and yang and how they intermix to create a balanced practice.
Acupressure is a form of touch therapy that utilises the principles of acupuncture and Chinese medicine. In acupressure, the same points on the body are used as in acupuncture, but are stimulated with finger or ball pressure instead of with the insertion of needles. Acupressure is used to relieve a variety of symptoms and pain. Acupressure techniques are fairly easy to learn, and have been used to provide quick, cost-free, and effective relief from many symptoms.
This training is designed to put you in the role of a student, applying the concepts of yin yoga and acupressure to your own personal practice. In this training, you will explore Eastern philosophy, Yin Yoga, Acupressure techniques and Asana clinic. Finally, you'll practice the skills Yin teachers use to support their student balance: situations in which someone needs to stretch, relax, and slow down.
In short, you’ll learn how yin yoga works and how to combine it with acupressure points to teach richer and more enhanced yin yoga classes. Welcome to the first step on your way to understanding the yin yoga process!
COURSE STRUCTURE
This a comprehensive one week course that requires 8 hours of your time and commitment every day. You are supported and mentored throughout the course. The training is endorsed by Yoga Alliance and Yoga Alliance Professionals. By the end of the training you will be able to:
LEARNING OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING MODULES
PHILOSOPHY
Learning goals: Have the right relationship to your body and its physiological processes. Have the right relationship to your mind. Understand the difference between mind and intellect. Understand the Koshas or five Sheaths. Gain the tools to be Happy and Peaceful.
● THE KOSHAS ● THE SELF ● THE SECRET OF HAPPINESS
TCM & ACUPRESSURE
Learning goals: Understand the connection between fascias and yin yoga. Identify the main fascia groups. Locate the main acupressure and trigger points. Apply the acupressure point system to yin yoga asanas. Release the fascias using the trigger points. Stimulate acupressure points to balance the body and mind.
● INTRODUCTION TO TCM ● FASCIA THEORY ● ACUPRESSURE POINTS ● TRIGGER POINTS
● MOST COMMON IMBALANCES
ASANA LAB
Learning goals: Understand the main yin asanas and their target areas. Assist students to find the asanas safely in their own bodies. Safely adapt asanas to different body types. Stimulate the main acupressure and trigger points through yin yoga asanas.
● YIN YOGA ASANAS ● MODIFICATIONS, USE OF PROPS AND VARIATIONS ● ASANA LINK TO ACUPRESSURE & TRIGGER POINTS ● MAKING YIN YOGA ACCESSIBLE
TEACHING
Learning goals: Teach inclusive, creative, safe and intelligent yin yoga classes. Plan and teach yin yoga classes according to imbalances and self-healing approach. Find your voice and create your own style as a yin yoga teacher. Release fascias using myofascial release balls.
● INCLUSIVE SKILLFUL CUEING ● QUALITIES OF A GREAT YIN YOGA TEACHER ● YIN YOGA CLASS SEQUENCING ● TARGET AND BALANCE THE ENERGY FLOW THROUGH YIN ASANAS
PRACTICE
Learning goals: Deepen your own practice experiencing inspiring sequencing with precise instruction. Each practice focuses on a different imbalance. We chose to focus the classes on the imbalances teachers encounter the most with their students.
● 5 VINYASA YOGA CLASSES ● 5 YIN YOGA CLASSES ● 5 GUIDED MEDITATIONS ● TEACHING PRACTICE
● CLASS SEQUENCING
REQUIREMENTS
You are required to have successfully completed a 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training program.
You are also required to be in good health, physically and mentally. Please note that this is a Yoga Teacher Training Intensive.
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