Mastering Advanced Yoga Asanas

50-Hour Advanced Asana Yoga Teacher Training Course

May 15-19 2024 | St. Julian’s, Malta

5-Day Advanced Course: Master Alignment, Flexibility, and Strength

Are you ready to deepen your yoga practice and expand your teaching skills? Our 50-Hour Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Program (YACEP) is designed to take your yoga journey to the next level. 5-day immersive journey designed to deepen your yoga practice with advanced asanas, focusing on alignment, flexibility, strength, and the art of teaching. Each day begins with pranayama, meditation, and journaling, setting the stage for a transformative experience. Dive into detailed workshops, teaching practice, sequence study, teaching methodology, and hands-on adjustments. This course is ideal for those looking to safely master yoga poses and refine their teaching skills with a deep understanding of alignment, open to all levels of yogis and yoga teachers who want to go deep into their yoga practice and refine their existing knowledge and skills. 
Take your existing teaching skills to a whole new level with this 5 days yoga course

The Advanced Asana TTC is specifically designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of yogis and yoga teachers. It serves as a continuous journey of growth in practicing and teaching yoga. In this course, we will focus on advanced poses such as arm balances, flexiblity, inversions, and backbends. Our experienced instructors will guide you on how to perform, refine, teach, adjust, and support both advanced and beginner students in these poses. 

Additionally, you will learn how to create sequences and smooth transitions incorporating these poses into your yoga practice. This journey requires stepping out of your comfort zone and being open to learning and advancing in your practice. Are you ready to embrace new challenges and take your practice to the next level?

Meet with our teacher Vivienne

Vivienne is a distinguished yoga teacher and the founder of The Tapas Yoga School, based in Bali. Transitioning from a high-powered executive to a dedicated yogi in 2014, she has since led transformative yoga teacher trainings worldwide, accumulating over 1400 hours of training and 10,000 hours of teaching. Vivienne’s approach centers on the therapeutic benefits of proper alignment, blending her deep knowledge of yoga philosophy with practical, hands-on teaching. Her mantra, “Good alignment is good therapy,” underpins her classes, making them a journey of personal growth and self-discovery.

A beacon of yoga wisdom, Vivienne’s dedication to sharing authentic practices has made her a respected figure in Bali and beyond, offering courses that inspire and empower. 

Can I do the course if I am not a yoga teacher?

Non-yoga teachers are welcome to participate having at least 6 month of experience as a yoga student or any sport.

Our 50-HR YACEP training program is a transformative journey that combines traditional yoga teachings with modern methodologies. We’ve carefully curated a curriculum that covers a wide range of topics, providing you with a holistic understanding of yoga. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Advanced Asana Practice

Dive deeper into your physical practice, exploring advanced poses, alignment principles, and variations. Enhance your own practice while learning to guide students safely through challenging asanas. Develop intelligent self-practice programs to bring your self practice to next level.

  • Anatomy and Physiology

Understand the human body’s mechanics in relation to yoga. Learn how to prevent injuries and improve alignment through anatomical knowledge.

  • Practicum and Teaching Experience

Put your knowledge into practice by leading actual yoga classes. Receive constructive feedback to refine your teaching skills.

  • Teaching Methodology

Develop effective teaching skills, including class sequencing, hands-on adjustments, partner stretching, and communication techniques. Learn how to create inclusive and accessible classes for all levels.

  • Pranayama and Breathwork

Explore the power of breath through pranayama techniques. Learn to harness the breath to improve energy, focus, and overall well-being.

  • Yoga Philosophy

Delve into the philosophical aspects of yoga, including the study of ancient texts like the Yoga Sutras and Bhagavad Gita. Gain insights into the yogic way of life and its relevance in the modern world.

  • Yoga Ethics and Professionalism

Understand the ethical guidelines and responsibilities of a yoga teacher. Explore how to maintain professionalism and create a safe and nurturing environment for your students.

  • Meditation and Mindfulness

Cultivate inner peace and mental clarity through meditation and mindfulness practices. Discover different meditation techniques and how to integrate them into your classes.

What You Will Gain From the Course

Alignment

Explore the Universal Principles of Alignment applied to classic poses, understanding the foundational structures that support all asanas.

Front Split Drills & Backbends

 Deep dive into front split drills, exploring transitions from Wild Thing to Wheel, Ustrasana to Wheel, along with Kapotasana and Scorpion, emphasizing the fluidity and strength in backbends.

Arm Balancer

Master poses like Crow, Side Crow, Kundiyasana 1 & 2, and Galavasana. Learn transitions and techniques to stabilize and balance.

Inversions

Hands-on drills for Handstands and Pincha Mayurasana, including a series of 7 headstands, aimed at building confidence and understanding inversion mechanics.

Mobility & Strength

Focus on side splits and core strengthening, essential for supporting advanced inversions and asanas, enhancing overall body strength and flexibility.

Every Day Includes:

  • Teaching Practice: Apply what you’ve learned in real teaching scenarios.
  • Sequence Study: Deepen your understanding of crafting effective yoga sequences.
  • Teaching Methodology: Explore diverse teaching methods to engage students of all levels.
  • Hands-on Adjustment: Learn and practice adjusting techniques to assist students safely.
  • Pranayama, Meditation, Journaling, Yin/ stretching/ relaxing sessions at the end of day.

By the end of this training, you’ll have the skills and confidence to teach yoga with authenticity and integrity. You’ll also have a deeper understanding of yoga and its many benefits.

Daily Schedule (Subject to Change)

Morning sessions: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Lunch Break

Afternoon sessions: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Yoga Studio: Body Works, St. Julian’s, Malta

Fee

Early Bird Special: €680 (First 6 students)

Regular Price: €780

Deposit: €250 (non-refundable)

Full Payment (due within 30 days of the course) Upon reservation, you have the option to pay in full or submit the deposit. Once we receive your payment, we will send you a deposit confirmation. Full payment must be made 30 days before the yoga course begins.

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Why Join This Course?

This program is meticulously designed to guide you through safely applying and teaching advanced yoga poses. Gain the skills and knowledge to deepen your practice, enhance your teaching abilities, and truly understand the alignment and anatomy behind each asana.

Embark on this amazing 5-day program to transform your practice and teaching skills with advanced asanas.