Program

• Yin Yoga Foundations: This section will dive into the heart of Yin Yoga, exploring its origins in the Taoist concepts of balance and harmony. Participants will learn about the key characteristics of Yin Yoga, such as long-held, passive poses that primarily work the lower part of the body—the hips, pelvis, inner thighs, lower spine. These areas are rich in connective tissues. The module aims to cultivate an understanding of the practice’s intent to enhance circulation in the joints and improve flexibility. Yin Yoga also works on deeper layers and helps with emotional releases.

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• Anatomy and Physiology: This module is dedicated to understanding the unique anatomical considerations relevant to Yin Yoga, such as the impact on connective tissues and joints. The emphasis will be on the science of stress and relaxation and how Yin Yoga promotes health in the body's more rigid structures. It will also cover the nervous system's response to Yin practice and its implications for mental health, emphasizing the body-mind connection.

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• Breathwork Techniques: Focusing on the transformative power of breath, this part of the program will teach various Pranayama techniques that complement Yin Yoga. The goal is to show how breathwork can regulate the body's energy flow, support emotional equilibrium, and enhance the meditative aspects of Yin Yoga. Techniques will include Ujjayi breathing, Anulom Vilom, and Bhramri, each selected for its specific benefits and applicability to Yin practice.

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• Meditation Practices: Meditation is integral to Yin Yoga, and this module will introduce practices that foster mindfulness, concentration, and a deeper sense of peace. It will explore seated, walking, and lying meditation techniques, detailing how each can be integrated into Yin Yoga sessions. The emphasis will be on developing a personal meditation practice that supports yoga teaching and personal well-being.

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• Teaching Methodology: This crucial module prepares participants to teach Yin Yoga effectively. It will cover alignment and modifications of foundation yin poses, class planning, sequencing, the art of verbal cues, and the use of props to support or deepen poses. The focus will be on nurturing a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages exploration and self-awareness among students of all levels.

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• Practical Sessions: Participants will engage in practical sessions where they practice and integrate yin yoga, breathwork and meditation, guided by expert teachers in a supportive environment. These sessions will include feedback from instructors. The goal is to build confidence in practice and teaching Yin Yoga, breathwork, and meditation through direct experience.

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• Integration and Application: This module will discuss the integration of Yin Yoga into daily life and professional practice. It will include strategies for maintaining personal practice, managing the challenges of teaching, and continuously learning and evolving as a yoga instructor. The module aims to inspire participants to carry forward the principles of Yin Yoga, breathwork, and meditation in ways that benefit both themselves and their communities.