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Yin Yoga Teacher Training and Weekend Intensive


  • RA University 18242 West McDurmott Irvine, CA, 92614 United States (map)

Join Melissa Christensen, E-RYT500, YACEP for a YIN-credible weekend, diving deep into the practice and philosophy of yin and the functional approach to yoga!

This weekend is open to current and aspiring yoga teachers, as well as enthusiastic students who wish to spend the weekend immersed in all things Yin. We will explore the many postures of yin yoga, the physical, mental and energetic benefits of this style of practice, and the anatomy necessary to understand how different bodies create different shapes. You'll gain a new perspective and better understanding of how to make all asana feel better and work for your body. 

Learn how to guide yourself and your students safely and effectively into a wide variety of yin poses.

This course qualifies for 15 hours of CE credit with Yoga Alliance for registered yoga teachers.

Curriculum includes:

The history and philosophy of yin yoga
The main poses of yin yoga
The Functional Approach to Yoga
Skeletal variation and how it affects the shape of the pose
Understanding connective tissue and fascia
Target areas of the pose
Chinese Meridian theory basics as they relate to yin
How to build a class (sequencing, timing, music, props, intention)
AND MUCH MORE!

Required book: Bernie Clark - The Complete Guide to Yin Yoga, 2nd Edition for reference.

$299 early bird (SAVE $50!)
$349 full price (after 5/12)

Sign up online at rau.rayoga.com or call any RA studio location in SoCal!