100 HOUR
YIN YOGA
INMERSION
PROGRAM
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Full Schedule - 100 Hour Yin Yoga Immersion Program
COURSE SYLLABUS
1. history of yin yoga
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Learn the ancient origins of Yin Yoga as well as the modern exponents of this wonderful practice which is designed to help you release tension, sit longer, feel more comfortable within your own skin, and basically stretch all the connective tissues around the joints (whole spine, pelvis, knees as well as sacrum) and areas of the body which usually hold pent up tension as well as when not adequately activated loose their flexibility and elasticity.
Ancient origins date back from Hatha Yoga Pradipika, Gheranda Samhita, and Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and they give the outline as well as the ground work for the practitioner to use them as preparations to go into deep meditational practices. Yin Yoga's essence is thouroughly linked with Sthiram Sukham Asanam, the practice of asanas were posture is comfortable and steady so that the mind can focus completely, without any distractions in the physical body and without the flickering thoughts on the mind so that meditation can arise. In the Modern Origins of Yin Yoga we will take a close look at the main modern exponents of this wonderful practice and their influence in the practice of Yin to mention a few Paul Grilley, Sara Powers, Bernie Clack and Biff Mithoefer, among others. |
2. ESOTERIC ASPECTs OF YIN YOGA
- Concept of Qi or Prana
- The 12 Meridians
- The Chakras
- Energetics of Yin Yoga
3. YIN APPLIED TO PRANAYAMA PRACTICES (BREATHING EXERCISES)
In-depth study of Pranayama or vital energy as a healing technique . Practices will include
- Breath Awareness
- Full Yogic Breath
- Bramhari
- Nadhi Shodhana
- Ujjayi
- Sama Vritti
4. the yIN YOGA ASANAS, THEIR BENEFITS & CAUTIONS
- When to practice Yin Yoga, How Long and How often?
- 3 Main Concepts of Yin Yoga "Playing the Edge", "Chasing Equilibrium or Finding one's optimal position" and Stillness within the posture.
- Yin Essential Postures, their benefits , modifications, props and cautions.
- The main asanas that we will cover are:
- Pentacle & Variations
- Butterfly, Half Butterfly, Reclined Butterfly & Variations
- Frog, Half Frog, Wall Frog & Variations
- Dragonfly, Wall Dragon Fly & Variations
- Happy Baby
- Swan, Seated Swan & Sleeping Swan
- Square & Variations
- Sholace, Reclined Shoelace & Wall Shoelace
- Caterpillar & Variations
- Snail & Variations
- Seal, Side Seal, Sphinx & Variations
- Child's Pose & Reclined Child's Pose
- Dragon, Baby Dragon & Twisting Dragon
- Saddle & Ankle Stretch
- Camel & Half Camel
- Melting Heart
- Squat & Toe Squat
- Cat Pulling its Tail
- Dangling
- Deer & Twisting Variations
- Bridge, Fish and Variations
- Monkey & Half Monkey
- Stretches
- Reclining Leg Stretches
- IT Band Stretches
- Neck Stretches
- Ankle Streches
- Chest Openers
- Wrist Streches
- Shoulder Stretches
- When to "Go Yang"?
- Yang Essential Counterposes, their benefits , modifications and cautions. The main asanas that we will cover are:
- Cat's Breath
- Down Dog
- Fish
- Crocodille
- Tabletop
- Windshield Wipers
- Preparation for Longer Yin Holds
5. YIN philosophy
The Yoga Sūtras of Patañjali are 196 Indian sūtras (aphorisms) that constitute the foundational text of Rāja yoga. The sutras spell out how the mind works and how is it possible to use the mind to attain liberation. It is a roadmap of human consciousness. It expresses the truth of human condition: how we know what we know, why we suffer, and how can we discover the way out of suffering.
The student is introduced to the elements of his mind, to the concept of discipline and disciple as well as Abhyasa (constant inner practice) and Vairagyam (desirelessness) as foundation to enter into the Ashtanga Yoga or steps to tame one's mind and work towards Samadhi (Liberation).
The student is introduced to the elements of his mind, to the concept of discipline and disciple as well as Abhyasa (constant inner practice) and Vairagyam (desirelessness) as foundation to enter into the Ashtanga Yoga or steps to tame one's mind and work towards Samadhi (Liberation).
6. YIN SEQUENCING - DO'S & DON'TS
- How to open a class
- Breath and Stillness
- Preparatory Asanas
- Initial Asanas
- How to Link Asanas (Concept of Counter Pose, "Yin Peak" and Flow)
- Focusing one's practice
- Closing Asanas
7. APPLIED YIN YOGA TO AID PHYSICAL AILMENTS
- Yin for improving Digestive Fire
- Yin to ease, help & deepen your sleep
- Yin to help release tension in neck, shoulders and jaw.
- Yin to ease your lower back.
- Balancing the Nervous System through Yin Practice
8. APPLIED YIN YOGA TO AID EMOTIONAL AILMENTS
- Yin for Stress and Anxiety
- Full Body Reboot
- Self Love Heart Opening Yin
- Reversing Tension Patterns
- Releasing Fear
Pre-requisites for this program: No pre-requisites, however it is advisable to have undergone at least 3-4 months of regular yoga practice. Students who have previous TTC's will benefit and expand their knowledge in this thorough program.
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January 23 - 31, 2019Jan. 23
4.30-6.30 Evening Practice & Welcome January 24-26, 28-30 - Full Schedule 7-9 am: Morning Practice 9-10:30 am: Breakfast Break 10:30 - 11 am: Meredians Theory 11-12:30 m: Yin Theory & Practice 12:30 - 2pm: Lunch Break 2:30 - 4:30pm: Study Break 4:30 - 6 pm: Yin Philosophy & Anatomy 6 - 7 pm: Evening Meditation January 27 - Sunday, Day off January 31 7-9 am: Optional Morning Practice 6- 7:30 pm: Closing Ceremony |
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Connect with your Yin Force - the force of creativity and source of stillness.
In this program you will focus on deep stretch and breathing through yin yoga practices, targeting your mental, physical and emotional concerns. We focus con the basic principles of yin Stillness, Finding one's edge and holding the postures as well as learning to blend traditional hatha yoga with Chinese taoist philosophy. When: January 23 - 31, 2019 Price: $1159 USD + 18% tax inclusive of course manuals, course charts, tuition, YACEP Certification & 80Hr credits towards 300 HR Yoga Therapy Certification. Course includes twin shared accommodation. Single Room: Add $70/week Food: Add $60/week breakfast & lunch, monday to saturday |