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This 100-hour Restorative Yoga and meditation Teacher training is done in 4 modules called “Fundamentals” (1, 2, 3 & 4). “Fundamentals” need to be followed in order. Each module includes assignments: readings, observing classes, practicing teaching, and assisting.
A certification is given after fully completing each Fundamental.
Introduction to Restorative yoga
* How Restorative Yoga was developed
* Restorative Yoga as a counter-cultural yoga practice
* RY as the practice of “Being”
* The Benefits of RY and how to apply them to daily life
* The pillars of Restorative Yoga
The practice of RY and the 8 limbs in Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra
Restorative Yoga floor-orientated poses and Yin Yoga Poses
*Description and daily practice: Forward bends, back bends, twists, side bends, inversions
Own practice and the understanding of the body-mind system
The use of “props” in Restorative Yoga and its modifications
* Understanding of the use of props in RY
The use of props adapted to different body structures and needs
The use of props as a “message” to the nervous system
Breathing exercises in a Restorative Yoga practice support the holding of the poses and the cleansing process
*Pranayama during the practice of RY
* “Sigh” breath and its benefits
* Anxiety, stress, and the practice of “sigh” breath
Mindfulness is the meaning of letting go during the RY poses
* Theory and practice of Mindfulness
* The meaning of letting go
The connection between Mindfulness & letting go in the practice of RY
Meditation and Meditation techniques
* Differences in Meditation and Meditation techniques
* Meditation within the context of the 8 limbs in Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras
*Learning and practice of different techniques of passive and active meditation
* The benefits of Meditation
* Own meditation practice
Meditation techniques suitable for different personalities
Recommended books
“The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali – Translation and Commentary by Sri Swami Satchidananda”
“Relax & Renew: Restful Yoga for Stressful Times” by Judith Hanson Lasater
“The Orange Book” by Osho
“Meditations from the Mat: Daily Reflections on the Path of Yoga” by Rolf Gates & Katrina Kenison
* Review of Contents Fundamentals 1
Restorative Yoga and Yin Yoga poses
* Description and daily practice: Forward bends, back bends, twists, side bends, inversions, and their modifications
* Own practice and it’s understanding by the body-mind system
Visualization: Directing the power of the Mind toward healing and
wholeness
* The thoughts as creative forces
* Activating the intuitive force that lies within you
* The subconscious mind
* Visualization: technique and practice
Exercises of Self-Inquiry: Working with the Zen koan “Who Am I?”
* The Self-Inquiry method: Practice and Purpose of Self-Inquiry
Alignment & yoga Adjusting through touch in Restorative Yoga
* Introduction to mindful touch
* Adjusting in RY: the difference with other styles of Yoga
* Intuitive touch and adjustments
* When to adjust and how to approach the student/client
* Guiding adjustment as an alternative to “hands-on”
* Using props to assist instead of “hands-on”
Practising & developing teaching skills
* Verbal instructions and tone of voice
Recommended books
“Relax & Renew: Restful Yoga for Stressful Times” by Judith Hanson Lasater (revision from Fundamentals 1)
“Awakening the Spine” by Vanda Scaravelli
“Yoga Nidra” by Swami Satyananda Saraswati
A book on “mindful touch” from the student’s choice
*Review of Contents Fundamentals 3
The practice of Yin Yoga asanas and Restorative Yoga Asanas
* Each day includes asana practice, talks, and Q&A.
General Anatomy in the practice of Yin and Restorative Yoga
* Subtle and physical anatomy and physiology of the Yin and Restorative Yoga practice
* Meridian theory and the movement of “chi” or “prana” in the body
* The nervous system
* Relevant modifications, contraindications, and adjustments in Yin and Restorative Yoga practice
Methods for Body Cleanse & Detoxing process
* Body Detox for a clean energetic body
* How and why to do a Body Cleanse
* The detoxing process and its benefits for a yogi
* Natural healing foods and Super Foods to tune into higher vibrations
* The importance of a high vibrational diet and its connection with the yoga
practice and a yogi’s life
* What foods are healing and how to adapt them to the specific environment
* Creating the set-up to live in high vibration
Environmental awareness and the contribution of yoga teachers to a more kind and friendly planet
* Proposals to contribute to an environmentally friendly planet as a yoga teacher
* The path of “green yoga”
* The teaching of Yoga in different environments
Body movement and emotional release: from movement to stillness
* Movement and dance as healing techniques
* Movement and dance as meditation techniques
* The skills of meditation, and the balancing nature of savasana and conscious relaxation
Reflection and the practice of Silence and Meditation
* Learning the practice of Silence and “non-doing”
* Incorporating Silence into your daily life
“Light on Yoga” by B.K.S. Iyengar
“The Heart of Yoga. Developing a personal practice” by T.K.V. Disikachar
“Yoga Mind, Body & Spirit” by Donna Farhi
“The Complete Guide to Yin Yoga: The Philosophy and Practice of Yin Yoga” by Bernie Clark and Sarah Powers
“Yin Yoga” by Paul Grilley
“Insight Yoga” by Sarah Powers and Paul Grille
| Details | $US |
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| Early Bird Price (until 1 month before) | $1,120 |
| Standard Price | $1360 |
Prices include 13% sales tax
