Training Details

This 20 Hour Yin Yoga training is a comprehensive program meant to provide a concise overview of the principles of Yin yoga, proper alignment & modifications in each pose, and sequencing suggestions that can help yoga teachers create effective and successful classes. We will explore the history of Yin Yoga, and the positive effects of the practice, based on both traditional wisdom and current scientific research on fascial release. This training can be beneficial for yoga students looking to learn more about Yin Yoga and to enhance their own practice and understanding –  you do not have to be a Yoga Teacher to participate in this training and no prerequisite is required. This training can also be an excellent tool for yoga teachers to gain confidence in leading Yin classes (or incorporate Yin poses within their Yoga classes) that students will love! Yoga teachers who have completed a 200 Hour YTT training program recognized by Yoga Alliance will receive a Certificate of Completion for this 20 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training recognized by the Yoga Alliance as a YACEP course.

Course Curriculum:

History of Yin Yoga

-discussion about origins of Yin Yoga and what it is today

Yin Yoga Principles & Philosophy

-includes discussion around traditional Yin Yoga styles and benefits

Physiology & Anatomy of Yin Yoga

-includes review of current scientific research around benefits of Yin Yoga & Fascial Release

Yin Poses

-Benefits, Precautions, Alignment, Modifications, and use of Props for each pose

-Review a minimum of 20 Yin poses, and more if time allows, categorized in the manner below:

-Backbends/Spinal Extension

-Forward Folds/Spinal Flexion

-Twists

-Hip Openers

-Shoulder Openers

-Lateral Stretches

-Toe/Ankle Stretches

Sequencing & Practicum

-Practice teaching and putting classes together to gain confidence