Yin Yoga Teacher Training is an introductory teacher training program designed for yoga instructors who want to deepen their understanding and practice of Yin yoga.Friday, January 22: 5:30 - 9:00 pm
Saturday, January 23: 1:00 - 9:00 pm
Sunday, January 24: 1:00 - 7:30 pm
Through this 20 hour training, participants will:
• Be introduced to principles of Yin Yoga: holding passive poses for an extended period of time to target the connective tissues in the body.
• Learn how to safely and effectively guide students through a Yin yoga practice, including functional alignment and modifications.
• Explore the philosophy and history of Yin Yoga, as well as the energetic and emotional benefits of the practice.
• Develop / broaden their ability to lead a yin yoga class that is both inclusive and safe for all bodies.
• Deepen their understanding of how a yin yoga class expands nervous system capacity and supports well-being.
Trainees are strongly encouraged to read:
• Bernie Clark >> The Complete Guide to Yin Yoga
• Sarah Powers >> Insight Yoga
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Training components include:
• Theory and Philosophy
Students will learn the history, principles, and philosophy of Yin yoga, including the concept of Yin and Yang energy, the meridian system, and the benefits of a Yin practice.
• Anatomy and Physiology
Students will study the anatomy and physiology of the connective tissues, joints, autonomic nervous system and meridian theory in each Yin yoga pose. This knowledge will help instructors understand how to safely and effectively guide students in poses.
• Techniques and Practice
Participants will learn how to sequence and structure a Yin yoga class, including how to lead students through poses, provide adjustments and modifications, and create a supportive and meditative atmosphere.
• Meditation and Mindfulness
The training will include instruction on incorporating mindfulness and meditation practices into Yin yoga classes, as well as techniques for cultivating a meditative state during poses.
• Teaching Methodology
Instructors will learn effective teaching techniques, communication skills, and how to create a safe and inclusive space for students of all levels.
• Basic Traditional Chinese Medicine
Meridian theory related to the yin poses, including energetics of seasonal influence and well-being.
• Certification
Upon completing the training, participants will receive a certification as a Yin Yoga instructor, which may allow them to teach Yin Yoga classes at studios, gyms, retreats, workshops, and other settings.
Overall, this Yin Yoga Teacher Training provides a comprehensive and immersive learning experience that equips instructors with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to share the transformative practice of Yin Yoga with others.
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$365, registration required
($350 cash or check)
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Kelly M Bay is an E-RYT 500 hour yoga teacher and a C- IAYT yoga therapist. She is also a Licensed Massage Therapist. She discovered the practice of yoga at the age of seventeen. She completed 200-hr Tantra Hatha training in 2012, a second 200-hr Doaist teacher training in 2014, and her 500-hr yoga therapist certification through the Center for Integrative Yoga Studies. She began teaching weekly trauma informed yoga classes to court involved adolescent girls at an inpatient facility in 2013 and co-developed Trauma Informed Yoga For Girls.
Kelly is a LoveYourBrain certified lead teacher. Her personal experience with TBI as a child has taught her the human body and brain are capable of healing beyond our ability to comprehend.
Kelly has been leading and developing Anatomy and Yoga Teacher Trainings for many years, and skillfully weaves her understanding of physiology, healing, and body systems into all her work.
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