Functional anatomy and Yin yoga

Overview

We believe that each person is unique, and so should be your yoga. We also believe that practising poses (asanas) becomes even more satisfying if we understand them and can make informed choices.

Therefore, we would like to give you keys to the anatomical and energetic principles behind Hatha and Yin yoga poses, so that you are able to practice in a way that suits You best.

While Yin yoga practice might seem simple, its underlying concepts are less so and have far-reaching consequences. Therefore, we offer an extended 120h course spread over several months so that we can take the time to clarify and assimilate these concepts.

A significant part of the training will be dedicated to analysing the amazing anatomy and function of Hatha yoga poses, according to the method of Yin yoga initiator Paul Grilley. However, we will also discuss our energy body, the specifics of Yin yoga practice and how to teach functionally, as well as touch upon the broader picture of Yoga as a path of spiritual development.

You would be able to APPLY ABOUT 80% of what we will learn TO ANY OTHER HATHA YOGA STYLE.

Successful students will receive a certificate of Yoga Alliance continuing education hours.

This is the only 120h Yin yoga training in Brussels. We expect considerable interest. Therefore do sign up to our infrequent newsletter, as well as follow Mandala of Life FB page, so that you are among the first ones who hear about the new dates!

Prerequisites

1. Two years of consistent asana practice of any Hatha yoga style (for example, Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Power, Iyengar, Hatha, Sampoorna, Sivananda, Anusara, Restorative or Yin yoga).
2. Open mind and curiosity to learn new concepts.

 If you are not familiar with Yin yoga, we recommend taking at least three classes with any competent Yin yoga teacher prior to the beginning of the course.

Mode of delivery

The main language of instruction will be easy-to-understand English. Questions can be asked also in French or Dutch.

The course will take place mostly on weekends. Each bloc will be a mix of lectures, interactive exercises and both passive (Yin) and active (Yang) asana practice.

Between the study weekends you might be assigned homework and/or reading. Homework is an integral part of the training and counts towards the hours on your certificate.

Reserve your place

By enrolling in the programme, you are making a very good choice – you will become one of still very few yogis in Belgium who are informed about the importance of skeletal variations, practicing asana functionally and the potential of yoga poses to affect our energy body.

Tuition

The fees will be announced once the next dates are fixed and registration is open.

For inquiries about the registration, payments, course content etc., please write to dace[@]mandalaoflife.org or call +32 (0)497 252 959.

Cancellation policy

Plans sometimes change. We understand that. For cancellations received until July 31st we will reimburse up to 600 EUR (that is your payment minus 200 EUR administrative fee). As of August 1st, there would be no more refunds.

That said, should the training sessions needed to be cancelled due to government's sanitary requirements, trainer's health condition or some other force majeure, we will propose new dates within a reasonable time-frame. If that were not possible, you will receive a refund proportionally to the training sessions cancelled, including the deposit but minus the donation to the refugees.

Thank you for your understanding.