Restorative Yoga Training Certificate - Yoga Alliance Yacep

Yoga is not about self-improvement, it’s about self-acceptance.

What you'll learn

You will learn the art and skill of teaching Restorative Yoga.

Learn the healing benefits of Restorative Yoga.

You'll learn about the mental, emotional and physical effects of Restorative Yoga.

Restorative Yoga Poses.

How to Assist, Adjust & Sequence.

The Physiology & Anatomy of Restorative Yoga.

Breath exercises (pranayama) which compliment Restorative Yoga.

Mantra & Chakras.

Requirements

No. There are no requirements to take this course. You will learn everything you need to get started teaching Restorative Yoga!

Description

Discover your stillness!Restorative Yoga poses help us learn the art of relaxation, so we can rest deeply and completely. It is a soothing, nurturing and slow-paced practice that offers us the healing benefits of rest. During deep relaxation, all the organ systems of the entire body are rejuvenated. The measurable effects of Restorative Yoga, including: decrease in blood pressure, improved digestion, decreased incidence of insomnia and generalized fatigue, and so much more!In this program, you will learn the art and skill of teaching Restorative Yoga. All aspects are addressed, including the physiology of relaxation, as well as the mental, emotional and physical effects of Restorative Yoga. You’ll learn everything you need to know in order to confidently sequence and teach Restorative Yoga online or in-person.Our curriculum has an intense focus on traditional training. In addition, our program offers variety in many areas of yoga and yogic lifestyle to ensure authentic yoga programming. We believe in cultivating teachers, not instructors.For Yoga Alliance Yoga Teachers: This course can be added to your Yoga Alliance profile. It qualifies for 30 hours of Yoga Alliance Continuing Education (contact hour) credits. Instructions will be provided at the end of the program on how to add these to your profile.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Why Restorative Yoga?

Lecture 2 Let's Explore Restorative Yoga | Lecture | Teacher: Mark Atherton

Section 2: Yoga Philosophy

Lecture 3 Philosophy | Lecture | Teacher: Juan Villegas

Section 3: Pranayama - Breath Techniques

Lecture 4 Pranayama | Lecture | Teacher: Mark Atherton

Lecture 5 Nadi Shodhana

Lecture 6 Bhramari

Lecture 7 Sama Vritti

Lecture 8 Dirgha

Lecture 9 Clearing Breaths

Lecture 10 Sitali

Section 4: Mantra

Lecture 11 Mantra & Restorative Yoga

Lecture 12 Yoga Mantra | Lecture | Teacher: Mark Atherton

Lecture 13 Om

Lecture 14 Gayatri Mantra

Lecture 15 Aad Guray Nameh

Lecture 16 Shiva Mantra

Section 5: Chakras

Lecture 17 Chakras & Restorative Yoga

Lecture 18 Yoga Chakras | Lecture | Teacher: Andrea Nacey

Section 6: Yoga Anatomy

Lecture 19 Anatomy & Physiology | Lecture | Teacher: Angela Inglis

Lecture 20 Posture & The Nervous System

Lecture 21 Common Injuries | List & Descriptions

Section 7: Ethics & Authenticity

Lecture 22 Ethics & Authenticity | Lecture | Teacher: Joanna Griffin

Section 8: Restorative Yoga Poses

Lecture 23 Supported Child's Pose

Lecture 24 Legs Up The Wall

Lecture 25 Reclined Hero Pose

Lecture 26 Reclined Twist

Lecture 27 Reclining Twist

Lecture 28 Side Lying Stretch Pose

Lecture 29 Supported Bound Angle

Lecture 30 Supported Bridge Pose

Lecture 31 Supported Backbend

Lecture 32 Supported Cross Legged Pose

Lecture 33 Supported Seated Angle Pose

Lecture 34 Savasana

Section 9: Assisting & Adjusting

Lecture 35 Assisting & Adjusting | Lecture | Teacher: Mark Atherton

Lecture 36 The Tools | Yoga Props

Lecture 37 Assists | Verbal

Lecture 38 Assists | Hands On

Section 10: Sequencing & Methodology

Lecture 39 Sequencing & Methodology | Lecture | Teacher: Mark Atherton

Lecture 40 Cueing Restorative Postures

Lecture 41 Silence as a Teaching Tool

Section 11: Registering your YACEP Credits with Yoga Alliance

Lecture 42 Step by Step Guide

Anyone who is interested in becoming a Restorative Yoga Teacher.,Current Yoga Teachers who are interested in learning a new skill set.,Body Workers,Anyone wanting to explore Restorative Yoga.