The Mechanics of Asana: Yoga Technique for Teachers and Students

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In the yoga world, “alignment” often gets a bad rap—and for good reason. The truth is no two bodies are the same, and there’s no universal set of instructions that can ‘align’ every kind of body in every yoga pose perfectly (for example, the well-intentioned advice: “Stretch your arms out to the sides, your arm span is your ideal stance width”).
However… the value of technique cannot be overstated. Much like the specific technique applied in gyms, dance studios, or by elite athletes, learning technique in asana can greatly enhance the safety and enjoyment of poses for both you and your students. Unlike rigid alignment principles, technique moves beyond the one-size-fits-all template for poses and respects the unique structural variations and abilities of each student.
For yoga teachers and keen practitioners, an in-depth understanding of technique is essential, yet it’s often not thoroughly explored in standard 200-hour training programs. Delving into biomechanics based on Anusara Yoga’s Universal Principles of Alignment, we examine how muscles, bones, joints, and connective tissues collaborate to form postures, movements, and shapes in yoga.
Join me for a 20-hour journey offered over three Fridays, where you can choose to attend individual days or immerse yourself in the entire series:

Day 1: Spine, Shoulders, and Upper Body

Explore functional movement and techniques for the upper body, focusing on the spine, shoulders, and arms. Learn how to enhance the safety and enjoyment of backbends and other poses by understanding the unique structural variations of each student. This day will include:
• Techniques for spinal alignment and shoulder stability
• Practices to enhance upper body strength and flexibility
• Modifications to accommodate different body types and abilities
• Safe practices for inversions

Day 2: Hips, Legs, and Lower Body

Delve into the mechanics of the lower body, focusing on the hips, legs, and feet. Discover how proper technique can improve balance, stability, and mobility. This day will cover:
• Techniques for balance in the hips and legs
• Practices to enhance lower body strength and flexibility
• Ways to ensure safe and effective practice for all students

Day 3: The Relationship of Strength & Breath in Yoga

For any one part of the body to experience freedom in a pose, another part of the body has to be creating stability Understand the critical role strength plays in yoga practice in freeing up both body and breath. Techniques to build and maintain strength throughout the body
• How to find balanced action in a pose
• How strength facilitates breath and the movement of Prana
• Ways to instruct breath that ‘light up’ a pose from the inside
I invite you to embark on this transformative journey with me. Whether you choose to join for one day or all three, you’ll leave with a deeper understanding of how to enhance your yoga practice through technique and mindful movement.

Individual Modules – $149

Full Course – $389

To book for an individual module, please contact me

To book for the full course, please use the booking link below

Prerequisites:  Open to teachers and interested students. Teachers will receive 20CEC’s from Yoga Alliance for their participation.