Has your asana practice sparked an interest in anatomy you never knew you had? Are you curious about certain parts of your body that seem unwilling to move in the direction your yoga practice is asking?
This three-part series will break down the basic movements and muscles of three major parts of the body -- the shoulders, the hips and the spine -- so that you can better understand how the body moves and also what limitations or challenges your own anatomy may be presenting.
*This workshop will not diagnose or treat any condition.
Over the course of 11 weekends from January to November, you’ll refine and challenge your knowledge of precise alignment, intelligent sequencing, anatomy, injury prevention, hands-on assisting, daily meditation, and ancient yoga philosophy and history, and, of course, teaching. You’ll refine your time management skills, ability to change your sequence on the fly and understanding of the bodies in, and energy of, the room. You’ll have the opportunity to observe classes and read the room from a different point of view by assisting live classes, getting hands-on practical experience. We’ll explore in more depth Restorative, Yin, Beginners, Ayurveda, the Subtle Body, meditation.
To deepen your practice as a consummate learner, each Saturday and Sunday will include asana designed to explore advanced postures as well as three hours of philosophy and history discussion on Friday nights. In depth posture labs will allow you to see and pinpoint the differences in tight bodies verses more flexible bodies. In addition, you’ll analyze and discuss strategies for commanding the room whether you are teaching beginners, seniors, injured or pregnant students, or even those who distract and challenge the teaching environment.
It’s time to find your own voice, become a leader in your field and have the ability to lead workshops, retreats and specialized yoga classes.