??Unique Opportunity to Deepen Your Knowledge of Neuroscience and Learn How to Implement Yoga Therapy. ***Detailed Description Below)It's transformative Yoga Alliance-approved course (earn 15 YACEP Continuing Education Credits!).
?Ideal for:
✅Passionate yoga teachers
✅Anyone seeking to enhance their well-being
?Dates & Times:
?Friday, April 12th, 2024: 6:40 PM - 8:40 PM (Magda)
Saturday, April 13th, 2024: 1:15 PM - 6:00 PM (Lottie)
Sunday, April 14th, 2024: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM (Lottie)
Sunday, April 14th, 2024: 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Lottie)
?Investment:
?Regular Price: 3,000,000 VND
?Early Bird Offer (?Register & Pay by April 10th):
?Non-Members: 2,500,000 VND
?TFV Members: 2,300,000 VNDA
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?Course Content:
***Yoga Therapy for Stress and Anxiety Relief: Integrating Restorative Practice, Yoga Nidra, Polyvagal Theory, and Neuroscience**
**Duration: 15 Hours**
**Course Overview:**
This comprehensive course delves into the therapeutic applications of yoga for managing stress and anxiety. Through a blend of theory and practice, participants will explore restorative yoga techniques, Yoga Nidra, Polyvagal Theory, and the neuroscience of stress and anxiety. By understanding the mind-body connection and learning evidence-based practices, participants will gain tools to support their own well-being and that of others.
**Course Structure:**
**Opening Session Unlocking the Power of the Vagus Nerve: (2 hours)**
Friday
This 2-hour Session will embark on a journey through your body's intricate control center: the nervous system. We'll explore how it connects and coordinates all your functions, from digestion to emotionsincluding unlocking the Power of the Vagus Nerve:
-Polyvagal Theory Explained: Gain a deeper understanding of this revolutionary theory that sheds light on the nervous system's role in stress and well-being.
-Vagus Nerve: Your Body's Calming Switch: Discover the power of the vagus nerve and its impact on relaxation and stress relief.
-Practicum: Breathe, Move, and Rejuvenate: Learn practical techniques like massage, breathing exercises, and yoga poses to activate your vagus nerve and promote relaxation.
Saturday ans Sunday
**Session 1: Introduction to Yoga Therapy for Stress and Anxiety (1 hour)**
- What is stress and what is anxiety?
- Overview of yoga therapy principles and its effectiveness in stress and anxiety management
- understanding the kosha model and framework
- introduce Dan siegals window of tolerance
- Introducing the chakra system and how it can be applied to Yoga Therapy
- Introduction to restorative yoga and its benefits for relaxation
**Session 2: Understanding Stress and Anxiety from a Neuroscience Perspective (1.5 hours)**
- Exploring the neurobiology of stress and anxiety
- Introduction to brain structures involved in the stress response
- Role of neurotransmitters in modulating stress and anxiety levels
- Implications of chronic stress on brain health and mental well-being
**Session 3: Polyvagal Theory and its Application in Yoga Therapy (1.5 hours)**
- Overview of Polyvagal Theory and its relevance to stress regulation
- Understanding the autonomic nervous system and its role in stress response
- Polyvagal Theory's connection to yoga practices for promoting safety and relaxation
- Practical applications of Polyvagal Theory in designing restorative yoga sequences
**Session 4: Introduction to Restorative Yoga Practice (1.5 hours)**
- Detailed instruction on foundational restorative yoga poses and props
- How to integrate the chakra system into practices
- Creating a supportive environment for relaxation and stress reduction
- Practice session: experiencing and guiding restorative practices and it benefits firsthand
**Session 5: Yoga Nidra: The Science of Yogic Sleep (1.5 hours)**
- Understanding the stages of Yoga Nidra and its therapeutic benefits
- Exploring the neuroscience behind Yoga Nidra and its impact on the brain
- Guided Yoga Nidra practice for deep relaxation and stress relief
- Integrating Yoga Nidra into daily self-care routines
**Session 6: breathwork & chanting (1.5 hours)**
- introducing breathing practices to manage stress and anxiety
- Introducing chanting
- Incorporating breathwork and mindfulness into restorative practice
- Practice session: deepening the restorative experience through integrating breathing and meditative techniques
**Session 7: the power of compassion (1.5 hours)**
- What is compassion and why it’s a cornerstone for yoga therapy
- Looking at the research, how to cultivate it and incorporate it into daily practices
- Learn metta meditation practice
- Practice session: guide metta meditation
**Session 8: Self-Care and Home Practice (1 hour)**
- Developing a personalized yoga therapy plan for stress and anxiety management
- Tips for creating a supportive home practice environment
- Resources for ongoing self-care and growth
**Session 9: Integration and Reflection (1 hour)**
- Reviewing key concepts and practices covered throughout the course
- Reflecting on personal growth and insights gained
- Setting intentions for continued practice and exploration
**Session 10: Final Practice and Closing Ceremony (1.5 hours)**
- Guided restorative yoga practice incorporating all learned techniques in small groups
- Group reflection and sharing circle
- Closing ceremony to honor the completion of the course and individual journeys
**Conclusion:**
By the end of this 15-hour course, participants will have gained a comprehensive understanding of yoga therapy's therapeutic approaches for stress and anxiety relief. Equipped with evidence-based practices, participants will be empowered to integrate restorative yoga, Yoga Nidra, Polyvagal Theory, and neuroscience principles into their personal practice and professional work, fostering resilience and well-being.
?Bonus Benefits:
✅Develop a comprehensive understanding of how yoga supports emotional well-being for yourself and others.
✅Master navigating your nervous system and its stress response.
Ready to embark on this transformative journey? Enroll now!
Event Venue
No 68 Ngách 310/50 Nghi Tàm, Tây Hồ, Hanoi, Vietnam 10000, Vietnam