Discovering the healing potential of a yin practice is becoming more popular. This 25-hour foundational certification training is designed for both yoga teachers and dedicated yoga practitioners to delve deep into the practice and theory of Yin Yoga, and explore anatomy, sequencing, safety in postures, introduction to meridian theory, and mindfulness.
Who will benefit from this Training?
This training will benefit teachers, practitioners and students alike. It can be used as a therapeutic treatment or as a personal practice. You don’t need to have the desire to teach, only the openness to fully immerse yourself in yoga.
More and more practitioners are exploring Yin Yoga. This is a natural reaction to what has become an extremely yang health culture. Yin yoga is the relaxed practice of floor postures for three to five minutes at a time. A yin practice emphasizes the connective tissues of the hips, thighs, pelvis and lower spine. It prepares the body and mind for longer meditation practices. By drawing the student’s awareness away from the muscles and deeper into the bones, a deep level of relaxed focus is achieved.
This 25-hour intensive is a strong complement for a current Yoga Teacher of any style. It can also be a springboard for the student who is ready to take the leap into a broader perspective and fuller appreciation of the practice of Yin Yoga.
Outline:
What is Yin Yoga?
Why practice Yin Yoga?
How to practice Yin Yoga (the three tattvas of Yin Yoga)
Tension vs compression
Foundational Yin Yoga asanas: contraindications, modifications and alternatives, counter poses, posture clinics of 16-20 foundational asanas.
Props and how to use them for the foundational poses
Sequencing a Beginner’s Yin Yoga class
Practice Teaching
Dates and Times:
Friday, February 26, 2027, to Sunday, February 28, 2027
Friday: 6 pm to 9 pm ET
Saturday and Sunday: 9 am to 6 pm ET each day, with periodic breaks.
Cost and Registration:
$550.00 per person before November 30, 2026, $595.00 per person thereafter.
International & Out-of-Town Participants: If you are registering from outside Ottawa, Canada, and would like printed training materials mailed to you, please register at least 10 days before the course start date to ensure timely delivery. Additional shipping charges apply. Otherwise, course materials will be provided electronically whenever possible.
Course Materials Included:
Book: "The Complete Guide to Yin Yoga Philosophy & Practice" by Bernie Clark.
A 5-Class Package for Yin Yoga Classes at PranaShanti Yoga Centre.
A recording of the training is available until 7 days after the training ends.
Certificate of Training upon successful completion of the course.
Note: This course is open to the general public. 6 months to 1 year of regular yoga practice is recommended for participation.
This course is also open to Yoga teachers of all disciplines. For 200 hour certified Yoga Teachers this course provides CEUs with Yoga Alliance.
This course, Level 1, is a foundational Yin Yoga certification course. Our Level 2 offering provides an advanced and more in-depth study of meridians/chi and additional Yin Yoga postures. Level 1 and Level 2 are stand-alone certification trainings.
This course is also part of our Yoga Alliance 300 Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training.
Our 3,000 square foot Education Centre offers a large open concept training area with high ceilings and an abundance of natural light and excellent ventilation. There is a kitchen with fridge, microwave, kettle and dishware. We have a dining area with tables and chairs, 2 gender neutral bathrooms, and our Administration Office.
