Welcome to our 50-hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training: a journey into the heart of Yin yoga, the wisdom of the body, and the art of teaching from a place of authenticity, connection, and clear understanding.
Together, we’ll explore the fascinating world of anatomy, beginning with the foundations and gradually moving into Functional Anatomy. Rather than focusing on what a pose looks like, we’ll discover how it feels. Yin yoga is often called a “feeling practice” because sensation, awareness, and personal experience matter most.
One of the most empowering aspects of this training is learning that no two bodies are the same. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of individual differences and learn how to adapt poses so that each person can find the version that works best for them. Drawing on the teachings of Paul Grilley, we’ll break poses down into their components, exploring how bones, muscles, and connective tissue influence movement. This approach will give you practical tools to support both yourself and your students in Yin yoga and beyond.
As Bernie Clark beautifully says, “We don’t use the body to get into the pose; we use the pose to get into the body.” This philosophy guides much of our work together, particularly as we explore the remarkable world of fascia—the connective tissue network that weaves through every part of us. Understanding fascia opens a new perspective on movement, sensation, and the body’s innate intelligence.
But Yin yoga is about so much more than the physical body. It invites us to slow down, to listen, and to create space for reflection. Throughout this training, you’ll be encouraged to turn inward and explore your own relationship with the practice. What draws you to Yin yoga? What has it taught you? And if you feel called to teach, what do you truly want to share with others? Together, we’ll uncover the values, experiences, and intentions that shape your unique voice as a teacher.
This training brings together science, experience, and self-discovery in a grounded and accessible way. Whether you’re looking to deepen your personal practice or expand your teaching skills, you’ll leave with a clearer understanding of the body, greater trust in your intuition, and a deeper connection to the essence of Yin yoga.
We invite you to join us for this transformative experience and opportunity to learn, reflect, grow, and reconnect with what truly matters on and off the mat.
Free intro workshops
- Sunday 12 July | 15:00 – 16:30
- Sunday 6 September | 15:00 – 16:30
Sign up by emailing trainings@yagoy.nl or click here.
