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Free Info Talk about our Yin Yoga Teacher Training (English) - Napier, New Zealand
Dec
6
1:15 PM13:15

Free Info Talk about our Yin Yoga Teacher Training (English) - Napier, New Zealand

Free Info Talk about our 200hr Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training at Modern Yoga Napier (in English)

Sunday 6 December 2015 - 1:15pm - 1:45pm

Free info talk for yoga students and teachers alike, who are interested to hear more about Yin Therapy's 200hr Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training.  We will explain the outline of the training with time for discussion and an opportunity to answer any questions that may arise regarding the training.

No booking required.  Just come on by to Modern Yoga Napier!
http://modernyoganapier.co.nz/

 
 
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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (English) - Napier, New Zealand
Dec
6
9:00 AM09:00

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (English) - Napier, New Zealand

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop at Modern Yoga Napier
(English)

“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” (Confucius)

Yin yoga is one of the calmest and most relaxing forms of yoga in the world, consisting of a series of passive poses of the body.

By means of long-held stretches (3–5 minutes) without muscle tension, we focus on the deep connective, fascial and ligamental tissues – stimulating, strengthening and stretching the tissues.

We mobilise the joints, and stimulate and calm the nervous system, thereby reducing stress and encouraging regeneration.

During the practice we temporarily slow down the flow of Chi energy, enabling the revitalising energy to accumulate and then flow more freely on conclusion of the practice.

Indeed for days after a yin yoga practice, we’ll feel blissfully relaxed and recharged.

This workshop is suitable for yoga teachers and also yoga students wishing to experience and learn more about Yin Yoga and yoga anatomy.


Workshop - Yoga Anatomy

Theory:

  • Skeletal variation
  • Function/aesthetics
  • Compression and tension
  • Analysis of a yoga pose

Practice:

Skeletal variation tests and practical consequences for yang yoga asanas and assists – such as lotus, shoulder stand, pigeon, down dog, warrior, etc.

We’ll analyse the following asanas in detail:

  • Lotus position        - external rotation of the hip joint
  • Reclining hero       -  internal rotation of the hip joint
  • Shoulder stand       - neck, shoulder, collarbone and shoulder blade

We'll discuss the following issues:

  • What restrictions does my individual bone structure impose on me?
  • How different is it from other people’s bone structure?
  • Will I or my students ever manage to get into the lotus position or achieve a “perfect” pigeon, etc?
  • Where are the areas of compression and tension within my individual bone structure? How do I deal with it?
  • How can I stretch and stimulate the tissues, when compression is constricting me?
  • What is the physical function of a yoga pose?

Practice:

90 Minute Yin Yoga class (Paul Grilley style)

For more detailed information about the workshop, please go to: http://www.yintherapy.com/ws/yin-yoga-anatomy/

Time: 09:00am - 1:00pm
Fee: NZ$80

For bookings please contact Kristina at Modern Yoga Napier at:
http://modernyoganapier.co.nz/

 
 

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Yin Yoga Immersion (English) - Napier, New Zealand
Dec
5
11:30 AM11:30

Yin Yoga Immersion (English) - Napier, New Zealand

Yin Yoga Immersion at Yin Yoga Napier
(English)

“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” (Confucius)

We will take you on a journey to “the other half” of yoga based on the teachings of their Yin Yoga teacher and mentor, Paul Grilley. 

Yin yoga is one of the calmest and most relaxing forms of yoga in the world, consisting of a series of passive poses of the body.

By means of long-held stretches (3–5 minutes) without muscle tension, we focus on the deep connective, fascial and ligamental tissues – stimulating, strengthening and stretching the tissues.

We mobilise the joints, and stimulate and calm the nervous system, thereby reducing stress and encouraging regeneration.

During the practice we temporarily slow down the flow of Chi energy, enabling the revitalising energy to accumulate and then flow more freely on conclusion of the practice.

Indeed for days after a yin yoga practice, we’ll feel blissfully relaxed and recharged.

All workshops are suitable for yoga teachers and also yoga students wishing to learn more about Yin Yoga.

Workshop I  

Theory:

We will reveal in a one-hour lecture, the unique therapeutic qualities and benefits of Yin Yoga and you will discover why Yin Yoga is considered to be a vital complementary practice for not only yoga teachers/practitioners and sports people but for anyone and everyone, especially those suffering from chronic back pain or stress related illnesses. Both yin and yang forms of exercise are necessary for wellbeing. They belong together intrinsically, creating harmony between body, mind and soul. 

Practice:

  • Meditation
  • 100 minute Yin Yoga class  (Paul Grilley style)
     

Workshop II

Theory:

We will continue where we left off from the first session, with a further short lecture delving further into what makes Yin Yoga such a powerful practice.

Practice:

  • Meditation
  • 120 minute Yin Yoga class  (Paul Grilley style)

TIMES: 11:30am - 2:30pm & 3:30pm - 6:30pm
FEE: NZ$120

For bookings, please contact Carol at Yin Yoga Napier: www.yinyoganapier.co.nz

 
 

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Yin Yoga Masterclass - The Anatomy of Back Pain (English) - Auckland, New Zealand
Nov
29
11:30 AM11:30

Yin Yoga Masterclass - The Anatomy of Back Pain (English) - Auckland, New Zealand

Yin Yoga Masterclass - The Anatomy of Back Pain at Golden Yogi, Auckland (in English)

Lower back pain is the most prevalent of musculoskeletal conditions and its impact is pervasive. It affects hundreds of millions of people around the world. 80% of adults experience back pain at least once a year. It is the most common cause of job-related disability and a leading contributor to missed work days.

In this 4 ½ hour Yin Yoga intensive masterclass – The Anatomy of Back Pain, we will examine lower back pain – from a physiological and psychological perspective.

You will learn about fascia – the “yin” tissue - the integral role it plays in the lower back, the importance of fascial fitness for maintaining a mobile and pain free body and why Yin Yoga is considered to be a highly effective, therapeutic method to help relieve and/or cure back pain.

The “backbone” of Yin Yoga is yoga anatomy from a functional perspective. You will learn about skeletal variation, the limitations of alignment and the importance of recognising your own unique bone structure and subsequently discovering your own unique yoga asana practice.

You will then experience a deeply relaxing Yin Yoga class for the back. You will be guided within, to listen to your body and learn how to modify the asanas to respect your individual bone structure. You will come away from this masterclass with a new appreciation and understanding for the wonder that is your back.

This masterclass is suitable for teachers and students alike, who want to discover how a little Yin Yoga Love can go a long way to healing back pain forever.

TIME: 11:30am - 4:00pm
FEE: NZ$90

To book please contact Golden Yogi at:
http://goldenyogi.co.nz/events/

 
 

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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training II (German) - Vienna, Austria
Nov
16
to Nov 21

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training II (German) - Vienna, Austria

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training II - Power Yoga Vienna
(in German)

"Tell me, and I will forget. Show me, and I may remember. Involve me, and I will understand."" (Confucius)

Confucius’ saying reflects the emphasis of this particular Yin Yoga Teacher Training where the focus is on sensing, feeling, experiencing the yin yoga practice and the unique anatomy of our individual bone structure for ourselves.  You will be analysing yourselves and each other, conducting passive assists as well as experiencing compression and tension amongst your fellow students.  Through this very much hands on, practical approach your knowledge and understanding will be increased tenfold.


Welcome to Yin Yoga Teacher Training II
This 50-hour intensive yoga teaching programme (6 days) comprises 6 sections:

1. Yin yoga asanas

In this continuance of our yin yoga teacher training programme, we concentrate mainly on the 9 awareness points of functional yoga.


2. Anatomy is the key

As well as analysing compression, we’ll study the tension of the muscular and fascial tissues and the effect of these on the asana practice.  This will allow us to offer our students logical assists.


3. 7-point analysis principle for assists - theory

In this section of the training schedule, we’ll improve our knowledge of the 7-point analysis principle.
 

4. Application of the 7-point analysis principle – tests and analysis of assists/adjustments

In this element of the training programme, we’ll focus on applying the 7-point analysis principle for assists and – working with the student – study ways of analysing yoga poses on the basis of compression and tension, orientation of the joints, and proportions.

To do this, we’ll learn tests from the Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training I programme then apply them to our fellow students.

One special feature of this series of tests will be analysing a shoulder stand in detail. This is a sneak preview for the Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training level III programme, where we’ll focus on the upper body and extremities.


5. Passive Assists

In section 5 we learn passive, hand-on assists.


6. Yin Therapy - the therapeutic benefits of Yin Yoga

In YYTT II, we establish a basic understanding of how – using Yin Therapy's approach – we can employ the therapeutic elements of Yin Yoga to support our students’ individual and specific physical and emotional issues.

According to statistics, 25% of the yoga students who come to us took up yoga originally precisely because they have these specific problems.


Students must have completed our Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training I programme to be able to participate in the Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training II programme.

For more information please go to Power Yoga Vienna at:
http://poweryoga-vienna.at/workshops-und-events/yin-yoga-und-anatomie-teacher-training-ii2015

 
 
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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training I (German) - Vienna, Austria
Nov
9
to Nov 14

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training I (German) - Vienna, Austria

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training I - Power Yoga Vienna
(in German)

“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” (Confucius)

In our 6 day certified Level I (50 hour) training of our 200 hour Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training programme, we not only learn the 20 basic yin yoga poses in theory and in practice, we also discover a sense of security when teaching, through developing an anatomical understanding of skeletal variation.

We learn to employ the 7 point analysis principle to understand each yoga pose as well as the individual and unique bodies of not only ourselves but also our students. In turn this enables us to offer logical assists and variations.  Anatomy is the key. 
 

Welcome to Yin Yoga Teacher Training I
This 50-hour intensive yoga teaching programme (6 days) comprises 4 sections:


1. Yin yoga asanas

This section covers the theory and practice for teaching 20 yin yoga poses, including their specific characteristics and their effects.


2. Anatomy is the key

Anatomical understanding of not only the individual bone structure but also the muscular, connective, fascial and ligament tissues is an essential prerequisite for an effective yoga teacher.
 

3. 7-point analysis principle for assists - theory

The Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training programme focuses less on teaching set assists and much more on introducing a 7-point analysis principle, which you can then use for every known yoga pose and for each individual student.


4. 7-point analysis principle - practical tests

In the Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training programme, we’ll study and apply a series of practical tests for analysing the bone structure, compression and tension of our students.  We will have the opportunity to learn – in a safe environment – to read a human being, to sense our own limitations and to test and recognise those of others.  Eventually, with the benefit of myriad insights and enhanced self-awareness, we will be able to assess the needs and limitations of any individual student.

The foundation has been laid.

On successful completion of all assignments and 100% attendance you will be awarded a 50 hour Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training certificate.
 

For more information please go to Power Yoga Vienna at:
http://poweryoga-vienna.at/workshops-und-events/yin-yoga-und-anatomie-teacher-training-12015/

 
 
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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (German) - Bremen, Germany
Nov
7
8:00 AM08:00

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (German) - Bremen, Germany

Yin Yoga & Yoga Anatomy Workshop at Vinyaloft Bremen (in German)

“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” (Confucius)

Yin yoga is one of the calmest and most relaxing forms of yoga in the world, consisting of a series of passive poses of the body.

By means of long-held stretches (3–5 minutes) without muscle tension, we focus on the deep connective, fascial and ligamental tissues – stimulating, strengthening and stretching the tissues.

We mobilise the joints, and stimulate and calm the nervous system, thereby reducing stress and encouraging regeneration.

During the practice we temporarily slow down the flow of Chi energy, enabling the revitalising energy to accumulate and then flow more freely on conclusion of the practice.

Indeed for days after a yin yoga practice, we’ll feel blissfully relaxed and recharged.

Depending on the length of the workshop, either all or only certain themes of Yin Yoga and Anatomy theory – as listed below – will be discussed.
Depending on the length of the workshop, either all or only a selection of Yin Yoga and Anatomy listed below will be practised.

Both workshops are suitable for yoga teachers and also yoga students wishing to learn more about yin yoga and yoga anatomy.


Workshop I - Yin Yoga

Theory:

  • What is yin yoga?
  • What is yang yoga?
  • What are the advantages of each kind of yoga?
  • How do they complement each other?
  • What is tension and what is compression?
  • What is the function of our connective tissue/fascia in this practice?
  • Stress and back pain, and yin yoga as a “therapeutic touch”

Practice:

  • Yin yoga class /classes (Paul Grilley style)
    Focus: hip opener or back class

Course instructor: Markus Henning Giess


Workshop II - Yoga Anatomy

Theory:

  • Skeletal variation
  • Function/aesthetics
  • Compression and tension
  • Analysis of a yoga pose

Practice:

Skeletal variation tests and practical consequences for yang yoga asanas and assists – such as lotus, shoulder stand, pigeon, down dog, warrior, etc.

We’ll analyse the following asanas in detail:

  • Lotus position        - external rotation of the hip joint
  • Reclining hero       -  internal rotation of the hip joint
  • Shoulderstand       - neck, shoulder, collarbone and shoulder blade
  • Headstand             - collarbone and shoulder blade

We'll discuss the following issues:

  • What restrictions does my individual bone structure impose on me?
  • How different is it from other people’s bone structure?
  • Will I or my students ever manage to get into the lotus position or achieve a “perfect” pigeon, etc?
  • Where are the areas of compression and tension within my individual bone structure? How do I deal with it?
  • How can I stretch and stimulate the tissues, when compression is constricting me?
  • What is the physical function of a yoga pose?
     

Course Instructor: Markus Henning Giess
 

For more information please contact Vinyaloft Bremen at:
www.vinyaloft.de/category/workshops/

 
 
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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training III (German) - Hamburg, Germany
Oct
26
to Oct 31

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training III (German) - Hamburg, Germany

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training III - Flying Yogi Hamburg
(in German)

"A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." (Lao-tzu)

You have already completed many steps along your personal and unique Yin Yoga & Anatomy journey.

In this teacher training we complete the yin yoga practice and yoga anatomy theory, in that we focus on the individual bone structure, muscles and facial chains of the upper body and discover the implications to our yin and yang yoga practice with the aid of many tests, analysis, variations and therapeutic suggestions e.g. shoulder neck pain.
 

Welcome to Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training III
This 50-hour certified intensive yoga teaching programme (6 days) comprises 5 sections:

1. Yin yoga asanas

In this yin yoga teacher training programme, we’ll concentrate – as in level II – on various poses and passive assists, as well as exploring creative approaches to our own yoga practice and that of our students.


2. Anatomy is the key

In YYTT III, we’ll learn about the muscle groups of the upper body as well as their function in yoga, and will look more closely at the shoulder cuff along with other upper body joints.


3. 7-point analysis principle for assists

In this section of the training, we’ll improve our knowledge of the 7-point analysis principle – focusing on the upper body in particular.
 

4. Application of the 7-point analysis principle – tests and analysis of assists/adjustments

In this element of the training programme, we will focus on applying the 7-point analysis principle for assists and study ways of analysing yoga poses on the basis of compression and tension, orientation of the joints, and proportions.
 

5. Yin Therapy - the therapeutic benefits of Yin Yoga

In YYTT II, we established a basic understanding of how Yin Yoga can enhance and restore balance for ourselves and our students.

In YYTT III, we delve deeper.


Students must have completed our YYTTI and II programmes to be able to participate in the YYTTIII programme.

On successful completion of all assignments and 100% attendance you will be awarded a 50 hour Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training certificate.


For more information please go to Flying Yogi Hamburg-Altona at:
http://www.flying-yogi.com/workshop/2015-yin-yoga-anatomie-iii-teacher-training-nach-paul-suzee-grilley-mit-markus-henning

 
 
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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training II (German) - Hamburg, Germany
Oct
19
to Oct 24

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training II (German) - Hamburg, Germany

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training II - Flying Yogi Hamburg
(in German)

"Tell me, and I will forget. Show me, and I may remember. Involve me, and I will understand." (Confucius)

Confucius’ saying reflects the emphasis of this particular Yin Yoga Teacher Training where the focus is on sensing, feeling, experiencing the yin yoga practice and the unique anatomy of our individual bone structure for ourselves.  You will be analysing yourselves and each other, conducting passive assists as well as experiencing compression and tension amongst your fellow students.  Through this very much hands on, practical approach your knowledge and understanding will be increased tenfold.


Welcome to Yin Yoga Teacher Training II
This 50-hour intensive certified yoga teaching programme (6 days) comprises 6 sections:

1. Yin yoga asanas

In this continuance of our yin yoga teacher training programme, we concentrate mainly on the 9 awareness points of functional yoga.


2. Anatomy is the key

As well as analysing compression, we’ll study the tension of the muscular and fascial tissues and the effect of these on the asana practice.  This will allow us to offer our students logical assists.


3. 7-point analysis principle for assists - theory

In this section of the training schedule, we’ll improve our knowledge of the 7-point analysis principle.
 

4. Application of the 7-point analysis principle – tests and analysis of assists/adjustments

In this element of the training programme, we’ll focus on applying the 7-point analysis principle for assists and – working with the student – study ways of analysing yoga poses on the basis of compression and tension, orientation of the joints, and proportions.

To do this, we’ll learn tests from the Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training I programme then apply them to our fellow students.

One special feature of this series of tests will be analysing a shoulder stand in detail. This is a sneak preview for the Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training level III programme, where we’ll focus on the upper body and extremities.


5. Passive Assists

In section 5 we learn passive, hand-on assists.


6. Yin Therapy - the therapeutic benefits of Yin Yoga

In YYTT II, we establish a basic understanding of how – using Yin Therapy's approach – we can employ the therapeutic elements of Yin Yoga to support our students’ individual and specific physical and emotional issues.

According to statistics, 25% of the yoga students who come to us took up yoga originally precisely because they have these specific problems.

 

Students must have completed our Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training I programme to be able to participate in the Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training II programme.

On successful completion of all assignments and 100% attendance you will be awarded a 50 hour Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training certificate.


For more information please go to Flying Yogi Hamburg-Altona at:
www.flying-yogi.com/workshop/2015-yin-yoga-anatomie-ii-teacher-training-nach-paul-suzee-grilley-mit-markus-henning-giess

 
 



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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training I (German) - Hamburg, Germany
Oct
12
to Oct 17

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training I (German) - Hamburg, Germany

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training I - Flying Yogi Hamburg
(in German)

“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” (Confucius)

In this 6 day certified Level I (50 hour) training of our 200 hour Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training programme, we not only learn the 20 basic yin yoga poses in theory and in practice, we also discover a sense of security when teaching, through developing an anatomical understanding of skeletal variation.

We learn to employ the 7 point analysis principle to understand each yoga pose as well as the individual and unique bodies of not only ourselves but also our students. In turn this enables us to offer logical assists and variations.  Anatomy is the key. 

Welcome to Yin Yoga Teacher Training I
This 50-hour intensive yoga teaching programme (6 days) comprises 4 sections:


1. Yin yoga asanas

This section covers the theory and practice for teaching 20 yin yoga poses, including their specific characteristics and their effects.


2. Anatomy is the key

Anatomical understanding of not only the individual bone structure but also the muscular, connective, fascial and ligament tissues is an essential prerequisite for an effective yoga teacher.
 

3. 7-point analysis principle for assists - theory

The Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training programme focuses less on teaching set assists and much more on introducing a 7-point analysis principle, which you can then use for every known yoga pose and for each individual student.


4. 7-point analysis principle - practical tests

In the Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training programme, we’ll study and apply a series of practical tests for analysing the bone structure, compression and tension of our students.  We will have the opportunity to learn – in a safe environment – to read a human being, to sense our own limitations and to test and recognise those of others.  Eventually, with the benefit of myriad insights and enhanced self-awareness, we will be able to assess the needs and limitations of any individual student.

The foundation has been laid.

On successful completion of all assignments and 100% attendance you will be awarded a 50 hour Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training certificate.


For more information please go to Flying Yogi Hamburg-Altona at:
www.flying-yogi.com/workshop/2015-yin-yoga-anatomie-i-teacher-training-nach-paul-suzee-grilley-mit-markus-henning-giess

 
 
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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (German) - Frankfurt, Germany
Oct
9
to Oct 10

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (German) - Frankfurt, Germany

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop at Inside Yoga, Frankfurt
(in German)

“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” (Confucius)

Yin yoga is one of the calmest and most relaxing forms of yoga in the world, consisting of a series of passive poses of the body.

By means of long-held stretches (3–5 minutes) without muscle tension, we focus on the deep connective, fascial and ligamental tissues – stimulating, strengthening and stretching the tissues.

We mobilise the joints, and stimulate and calm the nervous system, thereby reducing stress and encouraging regeneration.

During the practice we temporarily slow down the flow of Chi energy, enabling the revitalising energy to accumulate and then flow more freely on conclusion of the practice.

Indeed for days after a yin yoga practice, we’ll feel blissfully relaxed and recharged.

Depending on the length of the workshop, either all or only certain themes of Yin Yoga and Anatomy theory – as listed below – will be discussed.
Depending on the length of the workshop, either all or only a selection of Yin Yoga and Anatomy listed below will be practised.

All workshops are suitable for yoga teachers and also yoga students wishing to learn more about yin yoga and yoga anatomy.
 

1) Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop I – Friday 9.10.2015 - 6pm - 9pm

This workshop is suitable for yoga teachers as well as yoga students.

Theory:

  • What is yin yoga?
  • What is yang yoga?
  • What are the advantages of each kind of yoga?
  • How do they complement each other?
  • What is tension and what is compression?

Practice:

  • Yin yoga class  (Paul Grilley style)
    Focus: back class
     

2) Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop II – Saturday 10.10.2015 - 10am – 1pm

This workshop is suitable for yoga teachers as well as yoga students.

Theory:

  • „Walk on the Yin Side“
  • In-depth look into a "passive" practice 
  • What is the function of our connective tissue/fascia in this practice?
  • Stress and back pain, and yin yoga as a “therapeutic touch”
  • Hip opener class and emotions

Practice:

  • Yin yoga class  (Paul Grilley style)
    Focus: hip opener class
     

3) (Yin) Yoga Anatomy Workshop III – Saturday – 2pm - 5pm

This workshop is suitable for yoga teachers as well as yoga students.

Yoga Anatomy Theory:

  • "It's all in the bones"
  • Skeletal variation
  • Compression and tension
  • Function/aesthetics
  • Analysis of a yoga pose
  • Individual bones - individual yoga

Yoga Anatomy Practice:

Skeletal variation tests and practical consequences for yang yoga asanas and assists – such as lotus, shoulder stand, pigeon, down dog, warrior, etc.

We’ll analyse the following asanas in detail:

  • Lotus position        - external rotation of the hip joint
  • Reclining hero        -  internal rotation of the hip joint
  • Shoulder stand       - neck, shoulder, collarbone and shoulder blade
  • Headstand              - collarbone and shoulder blade

We'll discuss the following issues:

  • What restrictions does my individual bone structure impose on me?
  • How different is it from other people’s bone structure?
  • Will I or my students ever manage to get into the lotus position or achieve a “perfect” pigeon, etc?
  • Where are the areas of compression and tension within my individual bone structure? How do I deal with it?
  • How can I stretch and stimulate the tissues, when compression is constricting me?
  • What is the physical function of a yoga pose?
     

4) Free info talk about the Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training I (50hours) at Inside Yoga in 2016 - Saturday - 10.10.2015 - 5:15pm – 5:45pm

Content:

Theory: Summary of the syllabus for the Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training I

This 50-hour intensive yoga teaching programme (6 days) comprises 4 sections:


1. Yin yoga asanas

This section covers the theory and practice for teaching 20 yin yoga poses, including their specific characteristics and their effects.


2. Anatomy is the key

Anatomical understanding of not only the individual bone structure but also the muscular, connective, fascial and ligament tissues is an essential prerequisite for an effective yoga teacher.
 

3. 7-point analysis principle for assists - theory

The Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training programme focuses less on teaching set assists and much more on introducing a 7-point analysis principle, which you can then use for every known yoga pose and for each individual student.


4. 7-point analysis principle - practical tests

In the Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training programme, we’ll study and apply a series of practical tests for analysing the bone structure, compression and tension of our students.  We will have the opportunity to learn – in a safe environment – to read a human being, to sense our own limitations and to test and recognise those of others.  Eventually, with the benefit of myriad insights and enhanced self-awareness, we will be able to assess the needs and limitations of any individual student.
 

Course Instructor: Markus Henning Giess
 

For more information please contact Inside Yoga at:
www.insideyoga.de/produkt/266711/

 
 
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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training I (English) - Mallorca, Spain
Sep
28
to Oct 3

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training I (English) - Mallorca, Spain

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training I - Earth Yoga Mallorca (in English)

“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” (Confucius)

In this 6 day certified Level I (50 hour) training of our 200 hour Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training programme, we not only learn the 20 basic yin yoga poses in theory and in practice, we also discover a sense of security when teaching, through developing an anatomical understanding of skeletal variation.

We learn to employ the 7 point analysis principle to understand each yoga pose as well as the individual and unique bodies of not only ourselves but also our students. In turn this enables us to offer logical assists and variations.  Anatomy is the key. 

Welcome to Yin Yoga Teacher Training I
This 50-hour intensive yoga teaching programme (6 days) comprises 4 sections:


1. Yin yoga asanas

This section covers the theory and practice for teaching 20 yin yoga poses, including their specific characteristics and their effects.


2. Anatomy is the key

Anatomical understanding of not only the individual bone structure but also the muscular, connective, fascial and ligament tissues is an essential prerequisite for an effective yoga teacher.
 

3. 7-point analysis principle for assists - theory

The Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training programme focuses less on teaching set assists and much more on introducing a 7-point analysis principle, which you can then use for every known yoga pose and for each individual student.


4. 7-point analysis principle - practical tests

In the Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training programme, we’ll study and apply a series of practical tests for analysing the bone structure, compression and tension of our students.  We will have the opportunity to learn – in a safe environment – to read a human being, to sense our own limitations and to test and recognise those of others.  Eventually, with the benefit of myriad insights and enhanced self-awareness, we will be able to assess the needs and limitations of any individual student.

The foundation has been laid.

On successful completion of all assignments and 100% attendance you will be awarded a 50 hour Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training certificate.
 

For more information please go to Earth Yoga Mallorca at:
www.earthyoga.es/events.html

 
 


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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (English) - Mallorca, Spain
Sep
27
10:00 AM10:00

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (English) - Mallorca, Spain

Yin Yoga & Yoga Anatomy Workshop at Earth Yoga, Mallorca (in English)

“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” (Confucius)

Yin yoga is one of the calmest and most relaxing forms of yoga in the world, consisting of a series of passive poses of the body.

By means of long-held stretches (3–5 minutes) without muscle tension, we focus on the deep connective, fascial and ligamental tissues – stimulating, strengthening and stretching the tissues.

We mobilise the joints, and stimulate and calm the nervous system, thereby reducing stress and encouraging regeneration.

During the practice we temporarily slow down the flow of Chi energy, enabling the revitalising energy to accumulate and then flow more freely on conclusion of the practice.

Indeed for days after a yin yoga practice, we’ll feel blissfully relaxed and recharged.

This workshop is suitable for yoga teachers and also yoga students wishing to learn more about yin yoga and yoga anatomy (à la Paul Grilley).


Workshop - Yin Yoga & Yoga Anatomy

Yin Yoga Theory:

  • What is yin yoga?
  • What is yang yoga?
  • What are the advantages of each kind of yoga?
  • How do they complement each other?
  • Stress and back pain, and yin yoga as a “therapeutic touch”

Yin Yoga Practice:

  • Yin yoga class (Paul Grilley style)
    Focus: hip opener class

Yoga Anatomy Theory:

  • Compression vs Tension
  • “It’s All in the Bones” - unique bone structure (joint variations)
  • Funktion vs Aesthetic

Yoga Anatomy Practice:

Skeletal variation tests and practical consequences for yang yoga asanas and assists.

We’ll analyse the following asanas in detail:

  • Lotus position        - external rotation of the hip joint
  • Reclining hero       -  internal rotation of the hip joint

We'll discuss the following issues:

  • What restrictions does my individual bone structure impose on me?
  • How different is it from other people’s bone structure?
  • Will I or my students ever manage to get into the lotus position or achieve a “perfect” pigeon, etc?
  • Where are the areas of compression and tension within my individual bone structure? How do I deal with it?
  • How can I stretch and stimulate the tissues, when compression is constricting me?
  • What is the physical function of a yoga pose?
     

Course Instructor: Markus Henning Giess
 

For more information please contact Earth Yoga at:
www.earthyoga.es/workshops.html

 
 
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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training I (English) - Auckland, New Zealand
Aug
31
to Sep 5

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training I (English) - Auckland, New Zealand

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training I - Hot Yoga Auckland
(in English)

“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” (Confucius)

In this 6 day certified Level I (50 hour) course of our 200 hour Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training programme, we not only learn the 20 basic yin yoga poses in theory and in practice, we also discover a sense of security when teaching, through developing an anatomical understanding of skeletal variation.

We learn to employ the 7 point analysis principle to understand each yoga pose as well as the individual and unique bodies of not only ourselves but also our students. In turn this enables us to offer logical assists and variations.  Anatomy is the key. 

Welcome to Yin Yoga Teacher Training I
This 50-hour intensive yoga teaching programme (6 days) comprises 4 sections:


1. Yin yoga asanas

This section covers the theory and practice for teaching 20 yin yoga poses, including their specific characteristics and their effects.


2. Anatomy is the key

Anatomical understanding of not only the individual bone structure but also the muscular, connective, fascial and ligament tissues is an essential prerequisite for an effective yoga teacher.
 

3. 7-point analysis principle for assists - theory

The Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training programme focuses less on teaching set assists and much more on introducing a 7-point analysis principle, which you can then use for every known yoga pose and for each individual student.


4. 7-point analysis principle - practical tests

In the Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training programme, we’ll study and apply a series of practical tests for analysing the bone structure, compression and tension of our students.  We will have the opportunity to learn – in a safe environment – to read a human being, to sense our own limitations and to test and recognise those of others.  Eventually, with the benefit of myriad insights and enhanced self-awareness, we will be able to assess the needs and limitations of any individual student.

The foundation has been laid.

On successful completion of all assignments and 100% attendance you will be awarded a 50 hour Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training certificate.


For more information go to Hot Yoga Auckland under Special Events at:  http://www.hotyogaauckland.co.nz/

For bookings please go to Hot Yoga Auckland under Workshops at:
https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/home?studioid=18977

For more detailed information about our Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training programme:
www.yintherapy.com/en/yin-yoga-teacher-training-i/

 
 
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Free Info Talk about our Yin Yoga Teacher Training (English) - Wellington, New Zealand
Jul
25
5:15 PM17:15

Free Info Talk about our Yin Yoga Teacher Training (English) - Wellington, New Zealand

Free Info Talk about our upcoming Auckland Yin Yoga Teacher Training at Yoga Center for Higher Self (in English)

Saturday 25 July - 5:15pm - 5:45pm

Free info talk for yoga students and teachers alike, who are interested to hear more about Yin Therapy's upcoming Auckland Yin Yoga Teacher Training Level I (50hours) in September 2015.  We will explain the outline of the training with time for discussion and an opportunity to answer any questions that may arise regarding the training.

No booking required.  Just come on by to Yoga Center for Higher Self!
http://yogacentre-higherself.co.nz/

 
 
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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (English) - Wellington, New Zealand
Jul
25
9:00 AM09:00

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (English) - Wellington, New Zealand

Yin Yoga & Yoga Anatomy Workshop at Yoga Center for Higher Self, Wellington
(in English)

“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” (Confucius)

Yin yoga is one of the calmest and most relaxing forms of yoga in the world, consisting of a series of passive poses of the body.

By means of long-held stretches (3–5 minutes) without muscle tension, we focus on the deep connective, fascial and ligamental tissues – stimulating, strengthening and stretching the tissues.

We mobilise the joints, and stimulate and calm the nervous system, thereby reducing stress and encouraging regeneration.

During the practice we temporarily slow down the flow of Chi energy, enabling the revitalising energy to accumulate and then flow more freely on conclusion of the practice.

Indeed for days after a yin yoga practice, we’ll feel blissfully relaxed and recharged.

Depending on the length of the workshop, either all or only certain themes of Yin Yoga and Anatomy theory – as listed below – will be discussed.
Depending on the length of the workshop, either all or only a selection of Yin Yoga and Anatomy listed below will be practised.

Both workshops are suitable for yoga teachers and also yoga students wishing to learn more about yin yoga and yoga anatomy (à la Paul Grilley).


Workshop I - Yin Yoga  

Theory:

  • What is yin yoga?
  • What is yang yoga?
  • What are the advantages of each kind of yoga?
  • How do they complement each other?
  • What is tension and what is compression?
  • What is the function of our connective tissue/fascia in this practice?
  • Stress and back pain, and yin yoga as a “therapeutic touch”

Practice:

  • Yin yoga class /classes (Paul Grilley style)
  • Focus: hip opener and/or back class


Workshop II - Yoga Anatomy

Theory:

  • Skeletal variation
  • Function/aesthetics
  • Compression and tension
  • Analysis of a yoga pose

Practice:

Skeletal variation tests and practical consequences for yang yoga asanas and assists – such as lotus, shoulder stand, pigeon, down dog, warrior, etc.

We’ll analyse the following asanas in detail:

  • Lotus position        - external rotation of the hip joint
  • Reclining hero       -  internal rotation of the hip joint
  • Shoulderstand       - neck, shoulder, collarbone and shoulder blade
  • Headstand             - collarbone and shoulder blade

We'll discuss the following issues:

  • What restrictions does my individual bone structure impose on me?
  • How different is it from other people’s bone structure?
  • Will I or my students ever manage to get into the lotus position or achieve a “perfect” pigeon, etc?
  • Where are the areas of compression and tension within my individual bone structure? How do I deal with it?
  • How can I stretch and stimulate the tissues, when compression is constricting me?
  • What is the physical function of a yoga pose?

For bookings and more information please contact Yoga Center for Higher Self at: http://yogacentre-higherself.co.nz/

 
 


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Free Info Talk about our Yin Yoga Teacher Training (English) - Tauranga, New Zealand
Jul
4
6:00 PM18:00

Free Info Talk about our Yin Yoga Teacher Training (English) - Tauranga, New Zealand

Free Info Talk about our upcoming Auckland Yin Yoga Teacher Training at Tauranga Yoga (in English)

Saturday 4 July - 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Free info talk for yoga students and teachers alike, who are interested to hear more about Yin Therapy's upcoming Auckland Yin Yoga Teacher Training Level I (50hours) in September 2015.  We will explain the outline of the training with time for discussion and an opportunity to answer any questions that may arise regarding the training.

No booking required.  Just come on by to Tauranga Yoga!

 
 
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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (English) - Tauranga, New Zealand
Jul
4
11:15 AM11:15

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (English) - Tauranga, New Zealand

Yin Yoga & Yoga Anatomy Workshop at Tauranga Yoga, Tauranga
(in English)

“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” (Confucius)

Yin yoga is one of the calmest and most relaxing forms of yoga in the world, consisting of a series of passive poses of the body.

By means of long-held stretches (3–5 minutes) without muscle tension, we focus on the deep connective, fascial and ligamental tissues – stimulating, strengthening and stretching the tissues.

We mobilise the joints, and stimulate and calm the nervous system, thereby reducing stress and encouraging regeneration.

During the practice we temporarily slow down the flow of Chi energy, enabling the revitalising energy to accumulate and then flow more freely on conclusion of the practice.

Indeed for days after a yin yoga practice, we’ll feel blissfully relaxed and recharged.

Depending on the length of the workshop, either all or only certain themes of Yin Yoga and Anatomy theory – as listed below – will be discussed.
Depending on the length of the workshop, either all or only a selection of Yin Yoga and Anatomy listed below will be practised.

Both workshops are suitable for yoga teachers and also yoga students wishing to learn more about yin yoga and yoga anatomy (à la Paul Grilley).


Workshop I - Yin Yoga

Theory:

  • What is yin yoga?
  • What is yang yoga?
  • What are the advantages of each kind of yoga?
  • How do they complement each other?
  • What is tension and what is compression?
  • What is the function of our connective tissue/fascia in this practice?
  • Stress and back pain, and yin yoga as a “therapeutic touch”

Practice:

  • Yin yoga class /classes (Paul Grilley style)
  • Focus: hip opener and/or back class


Workshop II - Yoga Anatomy

Theory:

  • Skeletal variation
  • Function/aesthetics
  • Compression and tension
  • Analysis of a yoga pose

Practice:

Skeletal variation tests and practical consequences for yang yoga asanas and assists – such as lotus, shoulder stand, pigeon, down dog, warrior, etc.

We’ll analyse the following asanas in detail:

  • Lotus position        - external rotation of the hip joint
  • Reclining hero       -  internal rotation of the hip joint
  • Shoulderstand       - neck, shoulder, collarbone and shoulder blade
  • Headstand             - collarbone and shoulder blade

We'll discuss the following issues:

  • What restrictions does my individual bone structure impose on me?
  • How different is it from other people’s bone structure?
  • Will I or my students ever manage to get into the lotus position or achieve a “perfect” pigeon, etc?
  • Where are the areas of compression and tension within my individual bone structure? How do I deal with it?
  • How can I stretch and stimulate the tissues, when compression is constricting me?
  • What is the physical function of a yoga pose?

For more information please contact Tauranga Yoga at: 
www.taurangayoga.org.nz/

 
 
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Free Info Talk about our Yin Yoga Teacher Training (English) - Dunedin, New Zealand
Jun
20
4:15 PM16:15

Free Info Talk about our Yin Yoga Teacher Training (English) - Dunedin, New Zealand

Free Info Talk about our upcoming Auckland Yin Yoga Teacher Training at Urban Calm (in English)

Saturday 20 June - 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Free info talk for yoga students and teachers alike, who are interested to hear more about Yin Therapy's upcoming Auckland Yin Yoga Teacher Training Level I (50hours) in September 2015.  We will explain the outline of the training with time for discussion and an opportunity to answer any questions that may arise regarding the training.

No booking required.  Just come on by to Urban Calm, Dunedin!

 
 
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Mid-Winter Yin Yoga Immersion (English) - Dunedin, New Zealand
Jun
20
to Jun 21

Mid-Winter Yin Yoga Immersion (English) - Dunedin, New Zealand

Mid-Winter Yin Yoga Immersion - Urban Calm, Dunedin
(in English)

“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” (Confucius)

Huddle up, snuggle down and re-energise with a luxuriously decadent mid-winter dose of yin yoga with international yoga teachers Markus Henning Giess and Karin Michelle Sang.

Deepen your knowledge about Yin Yoga in theory and in practice.
We practice, listen and feel, stimulate, re-energise and bathe in the stillness.

Enhance your knowledge about your own body through Yoga Anatomy.

Did you ever wonder why you can not tie your legs in a pretzel like the „real“ yogis? Did you ever ask yourself why some people can sit in lotus pose and others not, although they have the same flexibility?

In this immersion we will take the mystery out of these questions and give you security in your yin & yang yoga practice.

What is Yin Yoga?

Yin yoga is one of the calmest and most relaxing forms of yoga in the world, consisting of a series of passive poses of the body.

By means of long-held stretches (3–5 minutes) without muscle tension, we focus on the deep connective, fascial and ligamental tissues – stimulating, strengthening and stretching the tissues.

We mobilise the joints, and stimulate and calm the nervous system, thereby reducing stress and encouraging regeneration.

During the practice we temporarily slow down the flow of Chi energy, enabling the revitalising energy to accumulate and then flow more freely on conclusion of the practice.

Indeed for days after a yin yoga practice, we’ll feel blissfully relaxed and recharged.

This immersion is suitable for yoga teachers and also yoga students wishing to learn more about yin yoga and yoga anatomy (à la Paul Grilley).
 

Day I - Yin Yoga

Yin Yoga Theory:

  • What is yin yoga?
  • What is yang yoga?
  • What are the advantages of each kind of yoga?
  • How do they complement each other?
  • What is tension and what is compression?
  • What is the function of our connective tissue/fascia in this practice?
  • Stress and back pain, and yin yoga as a “therapeutic touch”

Yin Yoga Practice:

  • Yin yoga classes (Paul Grilley style)
    Focus: Gentle morning class - the water principle
                Back class


Day II - Yin Yoga & Yoga Anatomy

Yin Yoga Theory:

  • Why is a hip opener class sometimes so intensive?
  • Yin Yoga & the body
  • Yin Yoga & the mind
  • Yin Yoga & the emotion
  • Yin Yoga & energy

Yin Yoga Practice:

Yin yoga classes (Paul Grilley style)
Focus: Hip opener class

Yoga Anatomy Theory:

  • "It's all in the bones"
  • Individual bone structure
  • Skeletal variation
  • Function/aesthetics
  • Compression and tension
  • Analysis of a yoga pose
  • Individual bones - individual yoga

Yoga Anatomy Practice:

Skeletal variation tests and it's practical implications in relation to yang yoga poses and assists – such as lotus, shoulder stand, pigeon, down dog, warrior, etc.

We’ll analyse the following asanas in detail:

  • Lotus position        - external rotation of the hip joint
  • Reclining hero       -  internal rotation of the hip joint
  • Shoulderstand       - neck, shoulder, shoulder girdle
  • Headstand             - shoulder girdle, proportion

We'll discuss the following issues:

  • What restrictions do I have due to my unique bone structure?
  • How does my bone structure differ to others?
  • Will I or my students ever manage to get into the lotus position or achieve a “perfect” pigeon, etc?
  • How should I stretch?
  • When am I in bone compression?
  • hat is the physical function of a yoga pose?
     

For bookings please contact Urban Calm at:
www.urbancalm.co.nz

 
 
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Free Info Talk about our Yin Yoga Teacher Training (English) - Auckland, New Zealand
Jun
7
4:15 PM16:15

Free Info Talk about our Yin Yoga Teacher Training (English) - Auckland, New Zealand

Free Info Talk about our upcoming Yin Yoga Teacher Training at Hot Yoga Auckland (in English)

Sunday 7 June at 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Free info talk for yoga students and teachers alike, who are interested to hear more about Yin Therapy's upcoming Yin Yoga Teacher Training Level I (50hours) in Auckland in September 2015.  We will explain the outline of the training with time for discussion and an opportunity to answer any questions that may arise regarding the training.

No booking required.  Just come on by to Hot Yoga Auckland!

 
 




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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (English) - Auckland, New Zealand
Jun
6
to Jun 7

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (English) - Auckland, New Zealand

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop at Hot Yoga Auckland
(in English)

“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” (Confucius)

Yin yoga is one of the calmest and most relaxing forms of yoga in the world, consisting of a series of passive poses of the body.

By means of long-held stretches (3–5 minutes) without muscle tension, we focus on the deep connective, fascial and ligamental tissues – stimulating, strengthening and stretching the tissues.

We mobilise the joints, and stimulate and calm the nervous system, thereby reducing stress and encouraging regeneration.

During the practice we temporarily slow down the flow of Chi energy, enabling the revitalising energy to accumulate and then flow more freely on conclusion of the practice.

Indeed for days after a yin yoga practice, we’ll feel blissfully relaxed and recharged.

Both workshops are suitable for yoga teachers and also yoga students wishing to learn more about yin yoga and yoga anatomy.


Workshop I - Yin Yoga

Theory:

  • What is yin yoga?
  • What is yang yoga?
  • What are the advantages of each kind of yoga?
  • How do they complement each other?
  • What is tension and what is compression?
  • What is the function of our connective tissue/fascia in this practice?
  • Stress and back pain, and yin yoga as a “therapeutic touch”

Practice:

  • Yin yoga class (Paul Grilley style)
    Focus: hip opener class


Workshop II - Yoga Anatomy

Theory:

  • Skeletal variation
  • Function/aesthetics
  • Compression and tension
  • Analysis of a yoga pose

Practice:

Skeletal variation tests and practical consequences for yang yoga asanas and assists – such as lotus, shoulder stand, pigeon, down dog, warrior, etc.

We’ll analyse the following asanas in detail:

  • Lotus position        - external rotation of the hip joint
  • Reclining hero       -  internal rotation of the hip joint
  • Shoulderstand       - neck, shoulder, collarbone and shoulder blade
  • Headstand             - collarbone and shoulder blade

We'll discuss the following issues:

  • What restrictions does my individual bone structure impose on me?
  • How different is it from other people’s bone structure?
  • Will I or my students ever manage to get into the lotus position or achieve a “perfect” pigeon, etc?
  • Where are the areas of compression and tension within my individual bone structure? How do I deal with it?
  • How can I stretch and stimulate the tissues, when compression is constricting me?
  • What is the physical function of a yoga pose?
     

For bookings please contact Hot Yoga Auckland at:
https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/home?studioid=18977

 
 
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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training II (German) - Aarau, Switzerland
May
18
to May 23

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training II (German) - Aarau, Switzerland

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training II - Atmarama Yoga, Aarau (30 minutes from Basel & Zurich) (in German)

"Tell me, and I will forget. Show me, and I may remember. Involve me, and I will understand." (Confucius)

Confucius’ saying reflects the emphasis of this particular Yin Yoga Teacher Training where the focus is on sensing, feeling, experiencing the yin yoga practice and the unique anatomy of our individual bone structure for ourselves.  You will be analysing yourselves and each other, conducting passive assists as well as experiencing compression and tension amongst your fellow students.  Through this very much hands on, practical approach your knowledge and understanding will be increased tenfold.


Welcome to Yin Yoga Teacher Training II
This 50-hour intensive yoga teaching programme (6 days) comprises 6 sections:

1. Yin yoga asanas

In this continuance of our yin yoga teacher training programme, we concentrate mainly on the 9 awareness points of functional yoga.


2. Anatomy is the key

As well as analysing compression, we’ll study the tension of the muscular and fascial tissues and the effect of these on the asana practice.  This will allow us to offer our students logical assists.


3. 7-point analysis principle for assists - theory

In this section of the training schedule, we’ll improve our knowledge of the 7-point analysis principle.
 

4. Application of the 7-point analysis principle – tests and analysis of assists/adjustments

In this element of the training programme, we’ll focus on applying the 7-point analysis principle for assists and – working with the student – study ways of analysing yoga poses on the basis of compression and tension, orientation of the joints, and proportions.

To do this, we’ll learn tests from the Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training I programme then apply them to our fellow students.

One special feature of this series of tests will be analysing a shoulder stand in detail. This is a sneak preview for the Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training level III programme, where we’ll focus on the upper body and extremities.


5. Passive Assists

In section 5 we learn passive, hand-on assists.


6. Yin Therapy

In YYTT II, we establish a basic understanding of how – using Yin Therapy's approach – we can employ the therapeutic elements of Yin Yoga to support our students’ individual and specific physical and emotional issues.

According to statistics, 25% of the yoga students who come to us took up yoga originally precisely because they have these specific problems.


Students must have completed our Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training I programme to be able to participate in the Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training II programme.

For more information please go to Atmarama Yoga at:
www.atmarama-yoga.ch/yinyogaTT

 
 
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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training I (German) - Aarau, Switzerland
May
11
to May 16

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training I (German) - Aarau, Switzerland

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training I - Atmarama Yoga, Aarau (30 minutes from Basel & Zurich) (in German)

“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” (Confucius)

In this Level I (50 hour) training of our 200 hour Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training programme, we not only learn the 20 basic yin yoga poses in theory and in practice, we also discover a sense of security when teaching, through developing an anatomical understanding of skeletal variation.

We learn to employ the 7 point analysis principle to understand each yoga pose as well as the individual and unique bodies of not only ourselves but also our students. In turn this enables us to offer logical assists and variations.  Anatomy is the key. 

Welcome to Yin Yoga Teacher Training I
This 50-hour intensive yoga teaching programme (6 days) comprises 4 sections:


1. Yin yoga asanas

This section covers the theory and practice for teaching 20 yin yoga poses, including their specific characteristics and their effects.


2. Anatomy is the key

Anatomical understanding of not only the individual bone structure but also the muscular, connective, fascial and ligament tissues is an essential prerequisite for an effective yoga teacher.
 

3. 7-point analysis principle for assists - theory

The Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training programme focuses less on teaching set assists and much more on introducing a 7-point analysis principle, which you can then use for every known yoga pose and for each individual student.


4. 7-point analysis principle - practical tests

In the Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training programme, we’ll study and apply a series of practical tests for analysing the bone structure, compression and tension of our students.  We will have the opportunity to learn – in a safe environment – to read a human being, to sense our own limitations and to test and recognise those of others.  Eventually, with the benefit of myriad insights and enhanced self-awareness, we will be able to assess the needs and limitations of any individual student.

The foundation has been laid.

For more information please go to Atmarama Yoga at:
www.atmarama-yoga.ch/yinyogaTT

 
 
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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (German) - Zurich (Zollikon), Switzerland
May
10
7:00 AM07:00

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (German) - Zurich (Zollikon), Switzerland

Yin Yoga & Yoga Anatomy Workshop at Athayoga Zurich - Zollikon)

“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” (Confucius)

Yin yoga is one of the calmest and most relaxing forms of yoga in the world, consisting of a series of passive poses of the body.

By means of long-held stretches (3–5 minutes) without muscle tension, we focus on the deep connective, fascial and ligamental tissues – stimulating, strengthening and stretching the tissues.

We mobilise the joints, and stimulate and calm the nervous system, thereby reducing stress and encouraging regeneration.

During the practice we temporarily slow down the flow of Chi energy, enabling the revitalising energy to accumulate and then flow more freely on conclusion of the practice.

Indeed for days after a yin yoga practice, we’ll feel blissfully relaxed and recharged.

Depending on the length of the workshop, either all or only certain themes of Yin Yoga and Anatomy theory – as listed below – will be discussed.
Depending on the length of the workshop, either all or only a selection of Yin Yoga and Anatomy listed below will be practised.

Both workshops are suitable for yoga teachers and also yoga students wishing to learn more about yin yoga and yoga anatomy.


Workshop I - Yin Yoga

Theory:

  • What is yin yoga?
  • What is yang yoga?
  • What are the advantages of each kind of yoga?
  • How do they complement each other?
  • What is tension and what is compression?
  • What is the function of our connective tissue/fascia in this practice?
  • Stress and back pain, and yin yoga as a “therapeutic touch”

Practice:

  • Yin yoga class /classes (Paul Grilley style)
    Focus: hip opener or back class

Course instructor: Markus Henning Giess


Workshop II - Yoga Anatomy

Theory:

  • Skeletal variation
  • Function/aesthetics
  • Compression and tension
  • Analysis of a yoga pose

Practice:

Skeletal variation tests and practical consequences for yang yoga asanas and assists – such as lotus, shoulder stand, pigeon, down dog, warrior, etc.

We’ll analyse the following asanas in detail:

  • Lotus position        - external rotation of the hip joint
  • Reclining hero       -  internal rotation of the hip joint
  • Shoulderstand       - neck, shoulder, collarbone and shoulder blade
  • Headstand             - collarbone and shoulder blade

We'll discuss the following issues:

  • What restrictions does my individual bone structure impose on me?
  • How different is it from other people’s bone structure?
  • Will I or my students ever manage to get into the lotus position or achieve a “perfect” pigeon, etc?
  • Where are the areas of compression and tension within my individual bone structure? How do I deal with it?
  • How can I stretch and stimulate the tissues, when compression is constricting me?
  • What is the physical function of a yoga pose?
     

Course Instructor: Markus Henning Giess
 

For more information please go to Athayoga Zurich (Zollikon) at
http://www.athayoga.ch/portfolio/yin-yoga-und-anatomie/

 
 
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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (German) - Vienna, Austria
May
9
7:00 AM07:00

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (German) - Vienna, Austria

Yin Yoga & Yoga Anatomy Workshop at Power Yoga Vienna (in German)

“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” (Confucius)

Yin yoga is one of the calmest and most relaxing forms of yoga in the world, consisting of a series of passive poses of the body.

By means of long-held stretches (3–5 minutes) without muscle tension, we focus on the deep connective, fascial and ligamental tissues – stimulating, strengthening and stretching the tissues.

We mobilise the joints, and stimulate and calm the nervous system, thereby reducing stress and encouraging regeneration.

During the practice we temporarily slow down the flow of Chi energy, enabling the revitalising energy to accumulate and then flow more freely on conclusion of the practice.

Indeed for days after a yin yoga practice, we’ll feel blissfully relaxed and recharged.

Depending on the length of the workshop, either all or only certain themes of Yin Yoga and Anatomy theory – as listed below – will be discussed.
Depending on the length of the workshop, either all or only a selection of Yin Yoga and Anatomy listed below will be practised.

Both workshops are suitable for yoga teachers and also yoga students wishing to learn more about yin yoga and yoga anatomy.


Workshop I - Yin Yoga

Theory:

  • What is yin yoga?
  • What is yang yoga?
  • What are the advantages of each kind of yoga?
  • How do they complement each other?
  • What is tension and what is compression?
  • What is the function of our connective tissue/fascia in this practice?
  • Stress and back pain, and yin yoga as a “therapeutic touch”

Practice:

  • Yin yoga class /classes (Paul Grilley style)
    Focus: hip opener or back class

Course instructor: Markus Henning Giess


Workshop II - Yoga Anatomy

Theory:

  • Skeletal variation
  • Function/aesthetics
  • Compression and tension
  • Analysis of a yoga pose

Practice:

Skeletal variation tests and practical consequences for yang yoga asanas and assists – such as lotus, shoulder stand, pigeon, down dog, warrior, etc.

We’ll analyse the following asanas in detail:

  • Lotus position        - external rotation of the hip joint
  • Reclining hero       -  internal rotation of the hip joint
  • Shoulderstand       - neck, shoulder, collarbone and shoulder blade
  • Headstand             - collarbone and shoulder blade

We'll discuss the following issues:

  • What restrictions does my individual bone structure impose on me?
  • How different is it from other people’s bone structure?
  • Will I or my students ever manage to get into the lotus position or achieve a “perfect” pigeon, etc?
  • Where are the areas of compression and tension within my individual bone structure? How do I deal with it?
  • How can I stretch and stimulate the tissues, when compression is constricting me?
  • What is the physical function of a yoga pose?
     

Course Instructor: Markus Henning Giess
 

For more information please contact Power Yoga Vienna at:
http://poweryoga-vienna.at/workshops-und-events/yin-yoga-und-anatomie-workshop-am-9-5-15/

 
 
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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training II (German) - Bremen, Germany
Apr
27
to May 2

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training II (German) - Bremen, Germany

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training II - Vinyaloft Bremen (in German)

"Tell me, and I will forget. Show me, and I may remember. Involve me, and I will understand."" (Confucius)

Confucius’ saying reflects the emphasis of this particular Yin Yoga Teacher Training where the focus is on sensing, feeling, experiencing the yin yoga practice and the unique anatomy of our individual bone structure for ourselves.  You will be analysing yourselves and each other, conducting passive assists as well as experiencing compression and tension amongst your fellow students.  Through this very much hands on, practical approach your knowledge and understanding will be increased tenfold.


Welcome to Yin Yoga Teacher Training II
This 50-hour intensive yoga teaching programme (6 days) comprises 6 sections:

1. Yin yoga asanas

In this continuance of our yin yoga teacher training programme, we concentrate mainly on the 9 awareness points of functional yoga.


2. Anatomy is the key

As well as analysing compression, we’ll study the tension of the muscular and fascial tissues and the effect of these on the asana practice.  This will allow us to offer our students logical assists.


3. 7-point analysis principle for assists - theory

In this section of the training schedule, we’ll improve our knowledge of the 7-point analysis principle.
 

4. Application of the 7-point analysis principle – tests and analysis of assists/adjustments

In this element of the training programme, we’ll focus on applying the 7-point analysis principle for assists and – working with the student – study ways of analysing yoga poses on the basis of compression and tension, orientation of the joints, and proportions.

To do this, we’ll learn tests from the Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training I programme then apply them to our fellow students.

One special feature of this series of tests will be analysing a shoulder stand in detail. This is a sneak preview for the Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training level III programme, where we’ll focus on the upper body and extremities.


5. Passive Assists

In section 5 we learn passive, hand-on assists.


6. Yin Therapy - the therapeutic benefits of Yin Yoga

In YYTT II, we establish a basic understanding of how – using Yin Therapy's approach – we can employ the therapeutic elements of Yin Yoga to support our students’ individual and specific physical and emotional issues.

According to statistics, 25% of the yoga students who come to us took up yoga originally precisely because they have these specific problems.


Students must have completed our Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training I programme to be able to participate in the Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training II programme.

For more information please go to Vinyaloft Bremen at:
www.vinyaloft.de/ausbildungen/27-april-02-mai-2015-yin-yoga-anatomie-teacher-training-2-mit-markus-henning-giess/

 
 
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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training I (German) - Bremen, Germany
Apr
20
to Apr 25

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training I (German) - Bremen, Germany

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training I - Vinyaloft Bremen (in German)

“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” (Confucius)

In this Level I (50 hour) training of our 200 hour Yin Yoga & Anatomy Teacher Training programme, we not only learn the 20 basic yin yoga poses in theory and in practice, we also discover a sense of security when teaching, through developing an anatomical understanding of skeletal variation.

We learn to employ the 7 point analysis principle to understand each yoga pose as well as the individual and unique bodies of not only ourselves but also our students. In turn this enables us to offer logical assists and variations.  Anatomy is the key. 
 

Welcome to Yin Yoga Teacher Training I
This 50-hour intensive yoga teaching programme (6 days) comprises 4 sections:


1. Yin yoga asanas

This section covers the theory and practice for teaching 20 yin yoga poses, including their specific characteristics and their effects.


2. Anatomy is the key

Anatomical understanding of not only the individual bone structure but also the muscular, connective, fascial and ligament tissues is an essential prerequisite for an effective yoga teacher.
 

3. 7-point analysis principle for assists - theory

The Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training programme focuses less on teaching set assists and much more on introducing a 7-point analysis principle, which you can then use for every known yoga pose and for each individual student.


4. 7-point analysis principle - practical tests

In the Yin Yoga and Anatomy Teacher Training programme, we’ll study and apply a series of practical tests for analysing the bone structure, compression and tension of our students.  We will have the opportunity to learn – in a safe environment – to read a human being, to sense our own limitations and to test and recognise those of others.  Eventually, with the benefit of myriad insights and enhanced self-awareness, we will be able to assess the needs and limitations of any individual student.

The foundation has been laid.

For more information please go to Vinyaloft Bremen at:
www.vinyaloft.de/ausbildungen/20-25-april-2015-yin-yoga-teacher-training1-assists-anatomie-50-stunden/

 
 
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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (German) - Hamburg, Germany
Apr
18
6:00 AM06:00

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (German) - Hamburg, Germany

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop at Flying Yogi Hamburg
(in German)

“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” (Confucius)

Yin yoga is one of the calmest and most relaxing forms of yoga in the world, consisting of a series of passive poses of the body.

By means of long-held stretches (3–5 minutes) without muscle tension, we focus on the deep connective, fascial and ligamental tissues – stimulating, strengthening and stretching the tissues.

We mobilise the joints, and stimulate and calm the nervous system, thereby reducing stress and encouraging regeneration.

During the practice we temporarily slow down the flow of Chi energy, enabling the revitalising energy to accumulate and then flow more freely on conclusion of the practice.

Indeed for days after a yin yoga practice, we’ll feel blissfully relaxed and recharged.

Depending on the length of the workshop, either all or only certain themes of Yin Yoga and Anatomy theory – as listed below – will be discussed.
Depending on the length of the workshop, either all or only a selection of Yin Yoga and Anatomy listed below will be practised.

Both workshops are suitable for yoga teachers and also yoga students wishing to learn more about yin yoga and yoga anatomy.


Workshop I - Yin Yoga

Theory:

  • What is yin yoga?
  • What is yang yoga?
  • What are the advantages of each kind of yoga?
  • How do they complement each other?
  • What is tension and what is compression?
  • What is the function of our connective tissue/fascia in this practice?
  • Stress and back pain, and yin yoga as a “therapeutic touch”

Practice:

  • Yin yoga class /classes (Paul Grilley style)
    Focus: hip opener or back class

Course instructor: Markus Henning Giess


Workshop II - Yoga Anatomy

Theory:

  • Skeletal variation
  • Function/aesthetics
  • Compression and tension
  • Analysis of a yoga pose

Practice:

Skeletal variation tests and practical consequences for yang yoga asanas and assists – such as lotus, shoulder stand, pigeon, down dog, warrior, etc.

We’ll analyse the following asanas in detail:

  • Lotus position        - external rotation of the hip joint
  • Reclining hero       -  internal rotation of the hip joint
  • Shoulderstand       - neck, shoulder, collarbone and shoulder blade
  • Headstand             - collarbone and shoulder blade

We'll discuss the following issues:

  • What restrictions does my individual bone structure impose on me?
  • How different is it from other people’s bone structure?
  • Will I or my students ever manage to get into the lotus position or achieve a “perfect” pigeon, etc?
  • Where are the areas of compression and tension within my individual bone structure? How do I deal with it?
  • How can I stretch and stimulate the tissues, when compression is constricting me?
  • What is the physical function of a yoga pose?
     

Course Instructor: Markus Henning Giess
 

For more information please contact Flying Yogi Hamburg-Altona at:
www.flying-yogi.com/workshop/yin-yoga-yoga-anatomie-workshop

 
 
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Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (English) - New Plymouth, New Zealand
Mar
29
9:00 AM09:00

Yin Yoga & Anatomy Workshop (English) - New Plymouth, New Zealand

Yin Yoga & Yoga Anatomy Workshop at The Yoga Space, New Plymouth
(in English)

“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” (Confucius)

Yin yoga is one of the calmest and most relaxing forms of yoga in the world, consisting of a series of passive poses of the body.

By means of long-held stretches (3–5 minutes) without muscle tension, we focus on the deep connective, fascial and ligamental tissues – stimulating, strengthening and stretching the tissues.

We mobilise the joints, and stimulate and calm the nervous system, thereby reducing stress and encouraging regeneration.

During the practice we temporarily slow down the flow of Chi energy, enabling the revitalising energy to accumulate and then flow more freely on conclusion of the practice.

Indeed for days after a yin yoga practice, we’ll feel blissfully relaxed and recharged.

Depending on the length of the workshop, either all or only certain themes of Yin Yoga and Anatomy theory – as listed below – will be discussed.
Depending on the length of the workshop, either all or only a selection of Yin Yoga and Anatomy listed below will be practised.

Both workshops are suitable for yoga teachers and also yoga students wishing to learn more about yin yoga and yoga anatomy (à la Paul Grilley).


Workshop I - Yin Yoga

Theory:

  • What is yin yoga?
  • What is yang yoga?
  • What are the advantages of each kind of yoga?
  • How do they complement each other?
  • What is tension and what is compression?
  • What is the function of our connective tissue/fascia in this practice?
  • Stress and back pain, and yin yoga as a “therapeutic touch”

Practice:

  • Yin yoga class /classes (Paul Grilley style)
  • Focus: hip opener or back class

Course instructor: Markus Henning Giess


Workshop II - Yoga Anatomy

Theory:

  • Skeletal variation
  • Function/aesthetics
  • Compression and tension
  • Analysis of a yoga pose

Practice:

Skeletal variation tests and practical consequences for yang yoga asanas and assists – such as lotus, shoulder stand, pigeon, down dog, warrior, etc.

We’ll analyse the following asanas in detail:

  • Lotus position        - external rotation of the hip joint
  • Reclining hero       -  internal rotation of the hip joint
  • Shoulderstand       - neck, shoulder, collarbone and shoulder blade
  • Headstand             - collarbone and shoulder blade

We'll discuss the following issues:

  • What restrictions does my individual bone structure impose on me?
  • How different is it from other people’s bone structure?
  • Will I or my students ever manage to get into the lotus position or achieve a “perfect” pigeon, etc?
  • Where are the areas of compression and tension within my individual bone structure? How do I deal with it?
  • How can I stretch and stimulate the tissues, when compression is constricting me?
  • What is the physical function of a yoga pose?
     

Course Instructor: Markus Henning Giess

For more information please contact The Yoga Space at:
www.theyogaspace.co.nz/?p=516

 
 



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