Discover the deep healing power of Yin Yoga.
This 4-day course registered with Yoga Australia is designed to provide a foundation for teaching Yin Yoga skillfully, from the heart with compassion and awareness.
The course can be attended as a stand-alone accredited course or as an optional module on our 150-hour Post Graduate Course. Also this training is for those who want to deepen their practice and their knowledge without wanting to teach yoga.
In Module One we will delve into the anatomy, philosophy and teaching methodologies of Yin Yoga. We’ll break down the movements that shape each posture, including safety and modifications of the archetypal poses, learn how to work with bodyweight and gravity to enter and exit postures more gracefully, and discover how the creative uses of props can inspire your students to find the variations and adaptations that are right for them.
You’ll develop a deeper insight into the feelings, sensations and movement barriers that may arise for your students, understand how these limitations can be worked through, and ultimately cultivate the skill of guiding students into their own unique exploration of each pose as it unfolds so they can realise their full movement potential.
In Module 2, you will learn how to optimise the effectiveness of Yin poses and teaching methodologies through progressive sequencing and understanding the Anatomy Trains of Tom Myers and the Meridians of Traditional Chinese Medicine. These maps describe how energy travels through your body and how you can work with joints and connective tissues to restore the flow of energy.
Understand the fundamentals of a mindfulness meditation practice, and we look at ways to integrate mindfulness practice seamlessly into yin yoga classes.
MODULES
This training is delivered over two weekends spaced one month apart.
Each module will incorporate both practical sessions and theory with plenty of time for discussion and group work.
Module 1 (Sat/Sun) – Yin Yoga Fundamentals
Module 2 (Sat/Sun) – Yin Yoga Sequencing
INVESTMENT
$300 non-refundable deposit
$1097 + GST
150-hour postgraduate course $2961 + GST, choose any 3 modules (20% discount)
A non-refundable $300 deposit of the course fee is due upon booking; the remaining amount is due four weeks before the training starts. Please contact us to discuss any payment plansCOURSE OUTLINE
Module 1
→ Yin Yoga historical overview, the purpose and benefits of practicing with a yin approach
→ Anatomy and physiology specific to Yin Yoga
→ Learn 31 Yin postures and their variations
→ Benefits and contra-indications of each Yin pose
→ Working with props and variations to help a student work through movement barriers
→ Learn to cue effectively into and out of a pose
→ A deep and practical understanding of how fascia works and how yin yoga models and influences the connective tissues of the body, taken from world leading fascia research
→ Skeletal variation and Range of Motion in joints
→ Discover the differences between muscular tension (muscle tightness) and skeletal compression (bone hitting bone)
→ Understand what Yin means and how to enter into a Yin state of body and mind
→ Overview of chakra theory
→ Key asana ‘families’
→ Wall Yin
Module 2
Your joints work together like links in a chain to allow natural, free-flowing movement. The way you organise postures in a Yin Yoga sequence can help your students find the “missing links” where they have lost the ability to move naturally and efficiently.
→ Anatomy of the Subtle Body (meridians and chakras)
→ Understand Anatomy Trains and how these “trains” direct or restrict energy
→ Qi energy, Chinese Medicine Meridian Theory and organ pairs
→ How does the study of meridians intersect with the study of fascia?
→ Taoist Five Element Theory and how this can be expressed through yoga asana and sequencing
→ Mindfulness in Yin Yoga
→ Pranayama (breathing techniques)to enhance your Yin classes
→ Create Yin Yoga sequence following lines of energy in the body, specifically the Anatomy Trains and the meridians of TCM
→ Transitions and Rebound>
→ Learn to sequence targeting specific joints or areas of the body in multiple ways
→ The pre and post-natal student
→ Sequencing inspired by Seasonal variations
→ Sequence inspired by the Chakras
WHY CHOOSE THIS TRAINING
- Small group training (maximum 10 students) for an optimal learning environment so you receive ultimate personal attention.
- Learn from Miriam’s wealth of expertise with a reputation of delivering incredible new teachers from every training.
-This training has a strong focus on anatomy. This is the back bone of a safe yin yoga practice for you and your students in the future. By understanding the human body you can guide your students to their personal needs and abilities.
-This training is registered with Yoga Australia and YACEP Yoga Alliance CE continuing education points.
TRAINING DATES
What you will learn on
Yin Yoga Teacher Training
Learn inspiring wisdom teachings about Qi (energy), meridians and the Chinese 5 elements theory. We will do transformative meditations and you will learn how to use mudras. You will learn about fascia and the yin anatomy and surrender during a sound journey session.
Our Yin Teacher Training will help you to dive deeper into stillness, openness, surrendering, relaxation, acceptance and helps you to find balance in this fast-changing world.
You will be guided through the teaching method and sequencing of 31 key poses in Yin Yoga, and variations on these poses. You will have the opportunity for practical teaching experience and will be encouraged to develop your confidence in sharing Yin Yoga with other students during the training.
Each module includes detailed seminars and discussion, combined with led classes, teaching practice and ample movement play so you can authentically integrate the concepts into your teachings through a direct, embodied experience. Each participant will receive a detailed course manual.
HOME STUDY & ASSESMENT
As part of this 50-hour course, you are required to do at least 18 hours of private study and reading and attend at least 90% of the training face-to-face.
- Pre and post course reading
- View two one hour online videos pre-course
- One class observation report
- Written assessment:
a) Lesson plan for a Yin Yoga class detailing technique, cues and variations given
SUGGESTED READING
- ‘Yin Yoga: Principles and Practice’ by Paul Grilley
- Insight Yoga’ by Sarah Powers
CERTIFICATION
✓ This 50-hour course is registered with Yoga Australia as part of a 150-hour Post Graduate Course. You can choose 2 other 50-hour trainings with Miriam to cover the full 150 hours.
✓ Or by attending this course yoga teachers can earn 42 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points towards their Yoga Australia membership.
✓ Or you can log 42 CE points with Yoga Alliance as Miriam is a registered YACEP continuing education provider
PREREQUISTITES
Open to qualified yoga teachers, Pilates and fitness instructors, and practitioners alike – for practitioners looking to deepen their understanding of yin yoga and immerse themselves in the practice, and for yoga teachers looking to add yin yoga classes to their yoga teaching offering.
REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS
$300 deposit non-refundable (In the event you would like to defer to next year’s course, all monies will be repaid minus the $300 deposit)
4 weeks prior to the course start date 50% refund
Less than 2 weeks prior to the course start date, no refund
If the course is cancelled for any reason out of Miriam Van Doorn’s control, you will be offered to complete the training at a later date or be refunded the full amount minus a $50 admin fee.
QUALIFICATION
This teacher training course has met the stringent requirements set by Yoga Australia. Graduates are trained to the highest standards.
TRAINING LOCATION
Mukti Yoga Centre
CODE OF CONDUCT
We require all students to be present in both body and mind at every session throughout the training. It is your responsibility to communicate to us via email if you will need to miss any sessions and to book in additional hours to catch up. If for any reason you are unable to complete the training you have booked into, we will offer you the opportunity to complete your training at a later date, ensuring you are fully prepared to teach once qualified.
Upon completion of
Yin Yoga Teacher Training
✓ You will learn a blend of applied anatomy physiology, as it applies to fascia (connective tissue) and how it impacts and informs movement in the body.
✓ We dive deeply into 31 key yin poses, variations, optimised sequencing and creative integration of props
✓ Explore chakra theory as it relates to yin yoga
✓ Learn traditional meditative practices to enhance the yin state of a student
✓ Learn specific pranayama techniques to enhance your yin classes
✓ Teach Yin yoga safely and effectively to all ages and capabilities
✓ Advance your knowledge and understanding of the human body and Anatomy
✓ Create transformational Yin Yoga classes that deliver a beautiful experience
✓ Personal attention, connection, support and feedback
Reserve Your Spot On Yin Yoga Teacher Training Now!
For more information email hello@muktiyogacentre.com
This is what some of Miriam’s students had to say
“Miriam is such a knowledgable trainer, she shows so much wisdom with all her students. Her calm demeanor makes learning really enjoyable. I cannot wait for the next module.”
“Thank you Miriam for your insights and investment in us. I feel more confident teaching Yin and I cannot wait to continue learning more!”
“Miriam’s Yin Yoga Teacher Training is extremely well structured. Her knowledge and experience is of great value. She is a supportive trainer who encourages enquiry and discussion. I highly recommend this course.”
“Yin Yoga Teacher Training with Miriam was everything you expect from a top class training; educational, well structured, relatable and fun. Miriam is a wonderful and wise teacher.”
“I loved Miriam’s Yin Yoga Teacher Training. Miriam is so knowledgeable and I feel that I have such a deep understanding of the anatomy, postures and philosophy behind the practice. I feel truly inspired and equipped to teach Yin in the future.”
“What a joy to learn from Miriam, so calm, authentic, a wealth of knowledge and experience. feeling so blessed and confident to share Yin.”
“Thank you for 2 amazing weekends full of training, learning and meeting new people. You are an amazing yoga teacher and I just love your inner peace and calmness. I learned so much!”