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Yoga Alliance RYS 200 West Wind Yoga Seal

20-Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training

with YACEP Lara Alexiou

Location: Live in person, Steamtown Hot Yoga & Barre, Scranton PA

Dates: Saturday and Sunday, Nov 2 & 3, 2024 

Cost: $348, includes training workbook and textbook

Registration Deadline: October 15, 2024. 

What You Will Get From this Training:

Ability to Teach Yin Classes: Gain confidence and skills to effectively teach a Yin Yoga class, incorporating all learned techniques and sequences. 

Deep Understanding of TCM Meridians: Develop a comprehensive understanding of the 12 major meridians and how to use Yin Yoga postures to support their energy flow.

Advance Your Teaching Techniques: Learn to create an inviting class atmosphere for all levels using props, understand and teach the 5 phases of a Yin pose to maximize the benefits, and other specialized techniques.

Enhance Your Professional Credentials: Upon receiving your Yin Yoga Training Certificate of Completion, Yoga Alliance recognizes this course for 20 hours of continuing education credits (for previously certified YA 200 Hour teachers). No prerequisites or yoga teaching experience is required to participate in this course. All with a passion to learn more about the theory and practice of Yin Yoga are welcome to participate.

Comprehensive Workbook and Textbook: Receive a detailed workbook and textbook that serve as valuable resources for future study and reference guides so that you can continuously develop and refine your teaching practice. 

Ongoing Professional Support: Build a network with passionate yoga teachers just like you to support continuous learning and inspiration that will sustain and grow your teaching pracitce. 

What You Will Learn:

  • Detailed knowledge of the 12 major meridians

  • Insights into the Governing and Conception Vessels in TCM

  • Yin postures to correspond with each meridian and vessel

  • How to effectively use props in Yin postures 

  • The 5 Phases of a Yin Yoga pose 

  • Techniques to enhance the atmosphere of your classes 

  • Teaching techniques to manage and all levels class

  • Ready-to-use Yin Yoga sequences for teaching

Required Materials:

  • Yoga mat

  • One large and one small yoga bolster (or suitable pillow substitutes)

  • Two yoga blocks

  • Two large towels or yoga blankets 

Bonus Offerings to Elevate Your Teaching Techniques:

  • Dynamic Peer Discussions: Engage in moderated, interactive discussions on class dynamics, students interactions, and how to adapt and respond to diverse student needs and learning styles.

  • Connect with passionate yoga teachers for ongoing support, shared experiences, so that you continually develop your skills as an instructor and yoga student 

  • Learn applicable tools to sustain your inspiration and avoid burnout

Questions? Email Lara@laraalexiou.com

Hear from Past Teacher Training Graduates:

Lynn Green YTT

Lynn Green
YTT Graduate 
Owner, Now and Zen Wellness

Lara has a gift in teaching. She is extremely knowledgeable and fair. a caring heart paired with a deep understanding in the yogic philosophy made her one of the best teachers I’ve ever had. She utilized different teaching styles to ensure every student’s learning style was addressed. She has patience and kindness. I highly recommend her program. 

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