Each day we start with a 2.5 hour Vinyasa style practice. The classes are themed with mythology of the asana poses, mantra, pranayama and meditations to complement.

The classes are intelligently sequenced for the peak pose of study for later on in the afternoon. Covering advanced asana, sequencing, modifications/precautions/variations and hands on assists.

Advanced Asana we cover are;

• Natarajasana

• Astavakrasana

• Bakasana 3 ways

• Koundinyasana

• Handstands

• Dropbacks/Chakrasana

• Tittibhasana

• Svarga Dvijasana, Bird of Paradise

• Vasisthasana & Visvamitrasana

• Kapinjalasana

The study of the body is one of the most important aspects of yoga, as many students can relate to what they are experiencing through the body. We will cover

• Internal/external rotation;

• Posterior/anterior tilt;

• Extension/flexion; and

• Dual Action.

• Ground up cueing

• Language ~Clear cues

Vinyasa Krama is used to sequence intelligently using the three pillar method. The wise progression of sequencing, which creates the foundation of the art and skill of Vinyasa. Vinyasa Krama used along with the three pillar method is the magic the teacher conducts when putting together a class, for an experience of union for the student as a whole. This is done with the three primary focuses of the physical, (Asana/peak poses, alignment, modifications, benefits, precautions, preparation, props, body parts need to be opened and countered.) Mental (Mantra, Dristhi, Mythology & Philosophy teachings.) & Energetic (Pranayama, Mudra, subtle anatomy & heartfelt connections.)

Here you will learn to sequence and theme with confidence;

• Sequencing ~ Peak Pose, Body Part, Whole

• Demoing in Class & Hands on Assists

• Theming ~ Bhav, Intentions, Sankalpa

• Timing your class

• Surya Namaskar

In the Hatha Yoga Pradipika, the definition of the Yogi, is to have awareness of the energy that runs through the spine. Hatha Yoga started as a “cleansing” of these energy channels in preparation to sit longer for meditation. This training we will study the subtle energy body by looking at where they originated from, study the flow of direction in the body and how to theme and sequence a class.

• The Chakras (Vedic & Tantric Bija Mantras)

• The Nadis

• The Vayus

• The Koshas & Three Bodies

~ Taught by trainer Jazzy Constantinidis

• Human physical anatomy and physiology (bodily systems, organs)

• Energy anatomy and physiology (chakras, nadis) *taught by Crystal

• Anatomy and physiology along with its application to yoga practice (benefits, contraindications, healthy movement patterns) *taught by both Crystal & Jazzy

• Practical anatomical terminology that can be shared teaching to your students, developing your students' confidence that you are knowledgeable and gaining their trust that you do know what you are teaching

• Modification options for common poses from easier to more challenging

• Modification options for a few common injuries

• Cues to keep bodies safe (to avoid injury)

“The only way to get closer to God, is to be in stillness.”

Meditation is to integrate body, mind and spirit, it is the end game to the practices of yoga. The “union” or “yoking” of what yoga represents, is to unite with God. We use all the tools from Hatha Yoga teachings, the Yoga Sutras, Vedic texts and Itihaas to achieve this. By cleansing the body, the mind becomes clear, the space between thought elongates and there lies those moments of meditation. Learn to ground your own practice as well be confident to teach guided meditations;

Pranayama Techniques, Brahmari, Anuloma Viloma and Kapalabhati with Kumbhaka.

• Mantra, simple repetition of Nirguna mantras and Bija’s.

• Asana, moving the body in a flow state, pulsing movements into longer held yin postures.

• Yoga Nidra ~ guided meditations, through the body, subtle energy and breathing.

• Mudra meditations with mantra & breathing techniques.

Mudras are an ancient way of moving pranic energy in the body. They are like a yogi’s gang sign to enhance a positive experience and vibe. There will be a selection of mudras to use in class to enhance the overall experience for your students to understand the depth of integration you bring to your class.

• Ganesha Mudra, Sumukha, Abhaya, Jnana, Chin, Shakti, Hamsi, Namaskar, Anjali, Bhairava, Shiva, Uttharabodhi, Vishnu, Prana & Brahma Mudras.

Mantra is a mystical energy bound to a series of sounds. Spiritual aspirants and saints have been using these sound sequences for thousands and thousands of years in their practices, and as a result these mantras have become highly charged. The vibration that is created in the body and which emanates from mantras stimulates and harmonizes one's subtle energy system. You will study how to learn, hold space and teach mantra, its importance and connection to the history of yoga. We cover mantras from the Vedas, Upanishads and Bhakti tradition. You will learn about the three primary styles of;

• Bija Mantras ~ Seed Sounds; Om, So Ham, Hari Om, Sat Nam ect.

• Saguna Mantras ~ Energy Currents outside of you; Shiva, Hanuma, Ganesha, Krishna, Kali.

• Nirguna Mantras ~ Mantras to Higher Self; Om Anando hum, Om Aham Brahmasmi, Shanti Path ect.

Pranayamas are the breathing techniques that move the life force in the body. Prana means “vital life force,” the energy of all existence, that is within you and all around you. Ayama, means the extension, expansion and the pause. The different styles can bring heat or cooling to the body, along with uplifting expansiveness and grounding for the mind. You will learn how to use these techniques mindfully for your students as well as weave them in for your sequencing. These two forces work together, the mind finding its way to drop into spirit and the spirit finding its way to guide the mind. Pranayam is the bridge between the gap, it is the web of connection unifying both together.

• The Yogic Breath - “Three Part Breath”

• Sama Vritti & Square breathing “Same fluctuation”

• Ujjayi - “Victorious Uprising of Energy”

• Brahmari - “The Bumble Bee Breath”

• Sithali - “The Cooling Breath”

• Anuloma Viloma & Nadi Shodhana - “Alternate Nostril Breathing”

• Chandra Bhedana - “Moon Piercing Breath”

• Kapalabhati - “Shining Skulls Breath”

• Bhastrika - “Bellows Breath”

• Agni Sara & Nauli - “Fire Essence”

• Surya Bhedana - “Cause to flow”

• Breath of Joy - “Expanding life force”

• Agni Prasana - “Breath of Fire”

• Simha Mudra - “Lions Breath” “Kali’s Breath”

Philosophy and history are an integral part of this training, it sets the foundation of why and what we teach today. We will be going back to the Sanatana Dharma, the era of the Vedas and making our way through to where we are today. We will study in depth this history and how to bring them into our modern day teachings through mythology, mantra, pranayama, ceremony & introspection. The study will be of;

• The Vedas ~ The 4 Aims of Life

• The Upanishads ~ Internal Practices

• The Itihasa ~ Mahabharata, Gita & Ramayana ~ Stories & Dharma

• The Yoga Sutras ~ Medicine for the mind, Myth & Chanting

• Tantra, Vedanta, Hatha Yoga, Gorakhnath, Yoga Upanishads & Hatha Yoga Pradipika

Philosophy is a system of principles for the conduct of life, or a system of beliefs. These philosophies help us to find a place of happiness in how we live and liberate us from suffering.

The main philosophy of yoga is simple: mind, body and spirit are all one and cannot be clearly separated. Yet there are a multitude of philosophical ideas developed by looking into the deeper dimensions of the body, mind and spirit. Some of them are;

• Moksha - Attaining Enlightenment by lifting the ignorance of illusion.

• The Law of Karma - Cause & Effect.

• The Kleshas - The five causes of suffering.

• The Yamas - The five restraints. (See Yoga Sutras).

• The Niyamas - The five observances. (See Yoga Sutras).

• The Gunas - The three Prakriti, (nature qualities) of our natural makeup.

• The Hatha Yoga Pradipika - Balancing Sun & Moon energies through Kriyas.

• The Bhagavad Gita - The Song of God to find union with God.

• The Vedas - The Books of Eternal Knowledge and;

• Tantra - Text of Mantra, Meditation, Yoga & Ritual.

The best way to learn something is to teach it.

To create a good workshop you want to start with what INSPIRES YOU! This is the beginning step to any successful workshop. What lights you up with passion will flow into what you present and offer your students.

In the workshop design class, you will be asked to pull out what inspires you the most and with support, create your dream class to take home.

• The Passion

• The Layout

• The Marketing

• The Material

• Create Your Own

~ Taught by trainer Rachel Wainwright

• Exercises to cultivate courage to be vulnerable to have your own authenticity to be brought out and your passion to glow to make you uniquely stand out to shine.

• Help getting specific and clear on your niche.

• Guidance on how to attract your ideal students.

• Creating content speaking to your ideal student, in a direct way that will resonate with the right people emotionally, versus trying to speak to too many people and scenarios at once which tends to do the opposite.

• How to promote/market/advertise with emotional connection to connect to your ideal students heart strings to engage with you and want to book what you are offering.

• Gaining confidence of your authentic style, message, words, voice on social media

• How to have social media work for you, so you gain more exposure

• Time to create content (photos, videos, write-ups) with direction and mentorship from Rachel & Jules

• Website suggestions to improve

• Advice teaching workshops, retreats & trainings

• Clarity around setting your rates/prices/tuition

• Building a yoga community locally and globally

• Private coaching with Rachel to get clear on what your personal vision is and co-creating steps to begin doing it with support to help you successfully achieve what you dream to do.

DAILY SCHEDULE:

• 6:45am tea & fruit

• 7:30-10am Practice

• 10am BREAKFAST

• 11:30am-2pm Training

• 2pm LUNCH

• 3-6pm Training

• 6:30pm DINNER

• 8-9pm Practice

*You’ll have one full day off once per week, to absorb the information being given and options to do excursions.

*Schedule subject to change.