Yin Yoga approaches the body in a slow, deep and mindful way. Each pose is held for several minutes to liberate the body’s chronic holding patterns, and restore a sense of vitality and well-being.
Learn the rich theory and philosophy of Yin yoga and why this practice of deep somatic nervous system regulation is so potent and necessary to balance the everyday stresses, strains and pains of our busy lives. Whether you are a yoga practitioner looking to deepen your knowledge or a qualified teacher wanting to expand your teaching, this 4-day immersive training offers the perfect balance of practical knowledge and experiential embodiment.
Logistics:
- Friday - Monday, September 27th -30th
- 9am - 4pm each day
- 35 hours total
- Yoga Alliance certification (YACEP)
- Workbook + Manual included
What you’ll receive:
- Learn the philosophy and principles of yoga from a Yin perspective.
- Learn the Archetypal Yin Yoga Poses (with variations/modifications).
- Learn the physical, mental and emotional benefits and why the practice is so powerful.
- Learn the edges of resistance and how to work with the deep yin tissues of the body.
- Learn how to influence prana/chi through understanding the energetic meridian pathways of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
- Learn practical mindfulness tools to meet the internal and external challenges of life.
- Learn how to most effectively practice, sequence and teach a holistic Yin Yoga Class.
Curriculum:
- Yin + Meditation Practices based on the Five Elements
- History of Yin Yoga
- Yin Yoga Theory & Principles
- Physical, Mental & Emotional Benefits
- Yin Tissues & Fascia
- Tension & Compression Theory
- Functional Yin Asana: How to modify the practice for unique bodies & specific conditions
- Unveiling the Mind Body Spirit Connection
- Energetic Anatomy from a Yogic and Daoist perspective
- The Koshas & the 5 dimensions of our being
- Yin & Yang Philosophy
- Qi
- The 14 Yin & Yang Meridian Pathways
- Five Element Theory & Seasonal Balance
- Mindfulness & the Yin Quality of Mind
- Principles of Sequencing
- Holding Space and creating an environment for healing transformation
- How to hone your voice and intuition as an instructor
- The vocabulary to explain the importance of slower practices for mental and physical wellbeing
- Practical Application: Opportunity to guide a full hour Yin Practice
Your Teacher:
With over a decade of experience, Genevieve has been teaching yoga and leading yoga teacher trainings in Ottawa and around the globe. Genevieve is passionate about facilitating environments for inner reflection and growth, offering students the experiential tools to connect body-mind-spirit through practice. Genevieve’s love for yoga, meditation, eastern philosophy and TCM was inspired in her early twenties living for extensive periods of her life in Asia. She now specializes her teachings in Yin yoga & mindfulness, with emphasis on approaching the practice through the eastern approach of somatic healing.
Course Dates:
4 full days - Friday September 27th - Monday September 30th, 9am-4pm
Location:
Yogatown Stittsville (1300 Stittsville Main St, Stittsville, ON K2S 1C3)
Cost:
$850+HST
Please note: Course fees are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend the training for any unforeseen circumstances the course will be credited for you to attend on a later date. You can alternatively arrange for someone to attend in your place.