Yoga Teacher Continuing Ed Weekend: Body Reading for Alignment

4343 Sunset Boulevard,Los Angeles CA 90029

19 August, 2022

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Led by One Down Dog teacher, Samantha AkersWhat we'll cover:Anatomy Trains educationSeeing the body and mal-alignments, from the feet to the headUnderstand the mechanics and relationship between the feet, legs, pelvis and spineExploring the 5 Diaphragms and the FULL core system of the bodyHow to integrate the relationship of the diaphragms and the functional core for proper breathing, structural balance, ease of movement and strengthSee the body as a whole system of integration, instead of it's partsAsana practicePartner practiceWorking with the private clientSupporting injuriesAs we progress in our practices and teaching, we can grow to experience yoga as true medicine, for balance. We often think that "deepening" practice means accomplishing full expressions of asana. What if the "deepening" of ability were more about aligning and balancing each body, based on the needs of the student? As we advance in practice, we can grow the skills to see what each body needs to express the asanas in ways that offer balanced alignment and don't add to the imbalances we are wishing to correct, through yoga. In this weekend training, students will learn to truly see areas of the body that are tight and need opening, areas that are perhaps too flexible and need strengthening, through the lens of the connective tissue. Sam is a Myofascial Release Therapist as well as a Yoga Therapist and integrates these two modalities to offer a fresh, new opportunity to bring balance, less pain and heal injuries, through asana practice. "Why do we continue to offer yoga poses in the same ways, to people with different bodies and postures? Are we possibly adding to their structural mal-alignments? We can change this and I will show you how." This weekend will train your eyes, through a compassionate lens, to see what your students can't see. You will leave being able to offer them (and yourselves!) a new and integrative experience of yoga for alignment, based on the Anatomy Trains, joint and stretching research. You will feel excited by the new ways in which you will be able to assist and educate your students so that they are able to continue to practice, in ways that offer the most benefits for their bodies. "We must bring the asana to the body, not force the body into the asana." Trainees will also be given paperwork that they may keep for reference. Dates:Friday, Aug 19th | 6pm-8pmSaturday, Aug 20th | 9am-6pmSunday, Aug 21st | 9am-6pmProof of vaccination is required to attend. Trainings are non-transferable and non-refundable. Register here to avoid processing fees >>About Samantha AkersSamantha found yoga and massage when she was diagnosed with chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia in 1998. Her practice began with Restorative Yoga and Yoga Nidra and brought her such incredible healing that she knew it had to be shared.  Her approach combines Hatha & Iyengar yoga techniques & therapeutic applications with Restorative, Engaged Yin, and Meditation practices, for a balanced and well-rounded experience. She is currently studying mindfulness and its effectiveness in working deeply with psychological attachment patterns. Sam is also a Certified Mindfulness Teacher through the Mindfulness Training Institute, Berkeley CA. Hosted by One Down DogOne Down Dog is a Los Angeles yoga and fitness studio offering 200-Hour Teacher Training, 300-Hour Teacher Training, and ongoing Mentorship and Continuing Education. VIEW ALL COURSES >> Questions? Email [email protected]