theory and practice of yoga

This foundational training will emphasize deepening a student’s personal practice, as this is the source for their creative teaching. It will also include a comprehensive study of the techniques and mechanics of the fundamental yoga postures, while providing the tools necessary to teach yoga to others. To facilitate a more scientific understanding of the body, the training includes the study of functional anatomy. In addition, to give developing teachers a balanced understanding of yoga, the YogaWorks training moves beyond the physical with the study of meditation, pranayama, Ayurveda and the chakra system.
Topics include:

• Intensive asana study
• Fundamental anatomy of physiology
• The principles of pranayama
• Understanding of restorative and pre-natal yoga
• Overview of the subtle body & chakra system