Dive deep into the transformational practice of Yoga Philosophy, Yin Yoga & Chinese Medicine. Suitable for anyone wanting to deepen their own understanding and/or teach others.
Dates & Times
over 2 weekends in February 2024
Friday 2nd-Sunday 4th February
Friday 234rd February-Sunday 25th February
INVESTMENT*
Soul Tribe Members: $1080
Non-Members: $1200
Facilitated by Clare Lovelace (ERYT500) and Andrew Dowler (BapSci HM)
50 hour Yin, Mindfulness & Traditional Chinese Medicine Immersion. With Clare Lovelace & Drew Dowler.
Yin Yoga is a beautiful triad of Buddhism, Yoga & Daoism. The system blends these three powerful contemplative, holistic wisdom traditions to create a practice that is nourishing on a deep soul level.
Clare trained extensively with Sarah Powers in 2015 and has been teaching popular Yin Yoga classes ever since. She has been running Yin Teacher Training for over 6 years.
You will learn:
Polyvagal theory. How to regulate and befriend your nervous system. What Dorsal, Ventral & Sympathetic Nervous System really mean.
The 12 major meridian line pairings, how to work with imbalances in these channels, how to free up blockages, how the 5 pairs effect us and how we can benefit from this knowledge.
Understanding principles of Yin & Yang.
The three principles of Yin. How Yin is very different from Restorative.
Daoist Five Element Theory. Understanding the five elements, the five seasons and the five organ pairings for a holistic view to health & wellbeing.
Circadian rhythm. How Yin yoga works to improve our natural sleep cycle.
Yin Yoga postures. Detailed, practical instruction on how to teach and practice the 15 main Yin Yoga postures. How to use props to support all body types and work with injuries, pregnancy and illness.
Trauma Informed Yoga. Using Trauma Informed principles to ensure students are supported and feel safe.
Buddhist philosophy. The 8 fold path, the four noble truths, the story of Siddharta (who became awake, Buddha), how to apply Buddhist philosophy in a very practical, tangible way to your own life.
How to weave buddhist philosophy through your yin classes in a natural, skilful way.
The Chakra system. How we work with the subtle energy body throughout Yin Yoga. An overview of the 7 chakra system and how to apply in our every day lives.
Applied Traditional Chinese Medicine meridian theory with TCM practitioner, Drew Dowler.
Applied Anatomy & Physiology with Drew, who has been an exercise physiologist working with the cutting edge quantum science of the body mind for over 15 years.
Language & storytelling. How to expertly weave dharma talks and storytelling into your classes for an immersive experience.
Working with sound. How to create Yin playlists, work with sound bowls, bells and harmonium in your classes.
Is this training for me?
Yes if you are a yoga teacher and have completed 200 hour yoga teacher training or higher and you are interested in teaching Yin Yoga and furthering your education.
Yes if you are not a yoga teacher but have a solid grounding in the practice of Yin Yoga (over 1 years consistent practice) and would like to deepen your understanding of the practice.
What is Yin?
Yin Yoga is a quiet, receptive practice designed to bring fluidity and flexibility to the physical body, a sense of calm, kindness and resilience to the mental and emotional body and increased awareness and health for the energetic body.
About Clare
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 practising 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
Clare has been teaching yoga since 2014 and holds a deep integrity and authenticity. She lives and breathes the practice of yoga. Clare founded Soul Tribe Studio in 2018.
About Drew
Drew Dowler began his movement journey in 2000 when he started to practice Tai Chi and Qigong to recover from chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Drew 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 Drew 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.
Drew 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.
Drew's 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 Drew 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, Drew 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.