This 20 hour advanced Yin Yoga Teacher Training is designed for those who hold a 50 hour or more teacher training in Yin Yoga. Yin Yoga is rising in popularity and can be misconstrued as a stretch class, missing the deeper energetic benefits of the practice.
This training will dive deeper into the principles of TCM relevant to the Yin Yoga philosophy of working with the subtle energy lines of the body. The second limb of this advanced training is to deepen students personal mindfulness practise to better equip them to create potent Yin Yoga classes and workshops. Led by Clare Lovelace (trained by Sarah Powers in 2015) and Andrew Dowler (TCM expert & practitioner). This is your chance to fall in love with Yin all over again, take your teaching and practice to the next level and stand out from the crowd.
Up-skill:
>Effective cuing for all levels of ability
>TCM principles in relationship to Yin Yoga, how to effectively integrate the multi-faceted philosophy of TCM into your classes and be clearly understood
>Mindfulness meditation. What are the different methods, HOW do we teach and practice them? Includes ‘concentration’ and ‘investigation’ methods of meditation
>Exploration of the common hindrances to mindfulness, where they show up in your life, how to work with them, how to effectively communication to your students
New research on ‘fascia’ including how fascia links with the meridian channels
>Interesting and varied sequences & counter poses
>How to blend Yin and Yang postures in a class
>Teaching from the heart. How to use your own ‘dharma’ or life experience to share the Buddhist teachings of mindfulness & loving kindness in an authentic way.
>Finding your voice. How to share without over-personalising or ‘dumbing down’ the teachings.
Location: Soul Tribe Studio, 57 Beach Road, Catalina
Dates: Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th April
Investment: $400
About Clare
Clare, originally from the UK has been living, teaching and running Yin Yoga Trainings in Sydney for the the last three years. Trained by Sarah Powers, she has also trained extensively with Jasmine Tarkeshi and Shiva Rae. Clare is registered at the ERYT350 and RYT500 hour level with Yoga Alliance. Clare currently lives On the South Coast NSW and owns Soul Tribe Yoga studios.
“I believe that yoga does not just take place on the mat but intertwines with every element of our lives. Through my practice I have understood that happiness is not based on external conditions and can be achieved by living simply and mindfully with generosity and compassion. This is a philosophy I want to share with the world.
Yin Yoga is an incredibly powerful practice. I have seen huge shifts within myself and my students on a very deep level. One of the most powerful teachings within Yin Yoga is learning how to get comfortable with being uncomfortable. During the long held, passive postures we learn how to look within, with compassion and acceptance at all parts of ourselves, both the shadow and the light. This takes huge patience, strength and courage and by practicing regularly we become very kind, compassionate, patient and resilient. The practice of yin yoga begins in stillness on the mat. We start by going inwards. When we become adept at viewing ourselves in this kind and objective way we start to realise the interconnectedness of all humans and all life on earth as well as our interconnectedness to the planet itself. When we see struggle and suffering within ourselves we become tolerant of others because we understand the human condition. The more able and willing we are to make peace within, the more able and willing we are to spread peace outside of ourselves. Yin yoga is the silent revolution that will change the world.”
About Drew
Andrew Dowler began his movement journey in 2000 when he started to practice Tai Chi and Qigong to recover from chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Andrew trained with his Tai Chi teacher, Master Wong, a Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Marital Artist for seven years as an indoor student. During this time Andrew completed studies in Exercise Sports Science (Exercise Physiology), Exercise Rehabilitation, and Traditional Chinese medicine (Acupuncture), holding dual degrees in western and eastern exercise and healing arts.
Andrew describes himself as a lifelong student, a teacher, and a healer, and practices/ teaches a fully integrated approach to health, well being and longevity, based on the principles of Human Movement and the natural cycle of things,or the Tao. Andrews passion is to help people find their own unique practice, and guide them on how to develop a pain free, balanced, purposeful, and active lifestyle that provides them the freedom to enjoy life.
Having extensively studied traditional Chinese medicine, Tai Chi and Qigong Andrew teaches what's known as the Scholar, or health systems of the Chinese longevity arts. With a focus on health, vitality, and living a long happy life, Andrew integrates Qigong, Yoga and Tai Chi practice and incorporates modern exercise rehabilitation sports science to craft personalised practices and rehabilitation programs for his clients, both locally and online.
Andrew Travels annually to California America to continue studies with his Yoga Teachers Mark and Catherine Divine, founders of Kokoro (Heart - Mind) Yoga, a Modern practice integrating traditional Yoga practices with modern knowledge of neuroscience, exercise science, personal development and functional fitness. Andrew is a senior Instructor with Kokoro Yoga International, and is a member of their presenting team training new Kokoro Yoga Instructors.