Yin/Yang Yoga
Teacher Training
With Annie Au, Aaron Wickramasekara and Anna Martin
International Yoga Teachers
Are you ready to transform your passion for yoga into a lifelong fulfilling career?
If yes, this program is for you.
This is a 24-day comprehensive dual certification program to explore all facets of traditional Hatha Vinyasa & Yin yoga. A complete Yoga Teacher Training experience that is carefully designed to enable you to discover your true Self, open your heart, and embody the teacher within with confidence and grace.
This program is unique. Our goal is to help you realize your maximum potential and guide you into becoming a leader that promotes positive change in the lives of everyone around you. Through the wisdom of the Ancient Tradition of Yoga, you will break away from self-inhibiting thought patterns, strengthen your body, develop equilibrium in your emotions and radiate your mind.
The training is grounded in the fluid, rhythmic Vinyasa flow with an emphasis on linking internal awareness with external body movement. As well, we respect the way of traditional Hatha yoga and its powerful healing practices: kriyas (cleansing techniques), asana (yoga postures), pranayama (breath extension), dhyana (concentration), and dharana (meditation).
Course Overview
This training includes a 50hr Yin yoga & meridians teaching certification. Dive into the deeply nourishing practice of Yin, the perfect complement to the Yang practice. Learn the fundamentals of Yin yoga practice, how it can break free our emotional obstacles and create balance and space in our body, mind and spirit.
While respecting the yogic traditions, we also combine functional training methods to help you progress faster in your personal yoga practice and to ensure you become a safe teacher that eliminates the chance of injury in your students. We will also examine the importance of holistic nutrition in a non-dogmatic framework with an emphasis on self-nourishment and non-violence.
Course Objective
We believe in order to evolve, we must stay receptive and have the willingness to explore the unexplored. This training will challenge you physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.
We are here every step of the training to support you through this process of transformation!
At the end of the program, you will move forward in life with more clarity, confidence, and skills. You will discover your higher purpose and have the momentum to turn your dreams into reality. You will leave the training a confident Yoga Teacher with the knowledge and tools to facilitate safe, nourishing, challenging, inclusive and engaging yoga classes for all.
Come join us for a life changing experience in Bali paradise!
Course Curriculum
Yang (Hatha Vinyasa) Curriculum
- Nauli Kriya (cleansing technique)
- Pranayama & meditation techniques
- Foundation, beginner & intermediate asana practices
- The essential method of verbal cues and hands on adjustments
- Applied and functional yoga anatomy and physiology
- Energetic anatomy
- Modifications and rehabilitation practices for injuries
- History & philosophy of Yoga
- Fundamentals of the Yoga Sutras by Patanjali
- Applying ancient Yogic principles to modern living
- Introduction to Sanskrit, mantra & chanting
- Non-dogmatic nutrition for living to thrive
- Postural alignment breakdown (biomechanics)
- Creative sequencing for all levels including foundation, beginner and intermediate students
- Thai massage workshops
- Mobility workshops
- Functional Range Conditioning workshops
- Introduction to arm balancing: beginner, intermediate and advanced
- Introduction to inversion practice: beginner, intermediate and advanced
- Connecting with your inner wisdom and developing your unique teaching voice
- The Business of Yoga: creating the dreams that you want ethically
- Finding balance in our life and yoga practice
Yin Yoga & Meridians Curriculum (50 Hr)
Dive deep into the theory of Yin yoga and Chinese meridians. You’ll build a strong knowledge base in both sectors. This training highlights the following topics:
- Daily practice of Yin yoga, Qi Gong, pranayama & meditation
- Exercise theory of Yin yoga
- The main differences between practicing Yin and Yang yoga
- Comparison of the Yogic and Chinese meridians maps
- Yoga philosophy & Daoist views
- Detailed overview of the fundamentals of TCM
- The 5 elements
- Yin Yang theory
- The functions and disharmonies of Qi
- The 12 regular meridian pathways
- Functional anatomy
- All subsystems of the human body and how they interact to formulate our physical and emotional conditions
- The subtle art of teaching Yin yoga
- Postural clinic with over 100 Yin postures variations
- Intro to acupressure points
- Basic sequencing method
- Practice teach & feedback
Sample Schedule
This is a sample of your daily schedule and is subject to change. Being flexible with the schedule allows the trainers to adjust according to the students’ needs.
| TIME | ACTIVITY |
|---|---|
| 6:00am -7:00am | Wake up to the gentle sound of ocean waves. Walk along the white-sand beach, past bobbing boats to the yoga shala, taking in the warm morning light and peaceful quiet before the island wakes up |
| 7:00am – 10:00am | Kriyas, Pranayama, Meditation, Asana Practice |
| 10:00am – Noon | Feeling energized, you cool-off with a dip in the ocean before strolling over for a wholesome brunch of smoothie bowls and Balinese coffee at an organic beachfront café |
| Noon – 2:00pm | Yoga Philosophy or Functional Anatomy |
| 2:00pm – 3:00pm | Mid-Afternoon Snack & Swim Break |
| 3:00pm – 5:00pm | Asana Clinic, Practice Teaching |
| 5:00pm – 5:30pm | Sunset dance break |
| 5:30pm – 6:30pm | Yin Yoga or Yoga Nidra |
| 6:30pm | After freshening up back at your hotel, you walk to the main street to recharge with filling Indonesian noodles, fried rice and local vegetables |
There will be one day off per week. We help with organizing sightseeing tours to Nusa Penida, snorkeling trips, etc. Tours are optional but will offer you a chance to explore the islands while you’re completing your yoga teaching certification!
Why you should chose this 200hr YTT
✔ 3 highly experienced and knowledgeable lead teachers
✔ Dual certification in Vinyasa and Yin
✔ Bonus training in nutrition
✔ Bonus training in movement modalities including Functional Range Conditioning and Kinstretch
✔ An immersive training opportunity where you can experience a yogic lifestyle in paradise
✔ Upon completion you will be fully equipped to teach comprehensive, safe and informative classes worldwide
✔ Create everlasting bonds with your yoga tribe
Meet the trainers
Yoga Alliance Certification
Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a 200hr Yoga Alliance accredited teaching certification and Yin yoga certification. You must complete the mandatory contact hours and achieve a satisfactory result in the final practicum to be certified. We are accredited by Yoga Alliance US.
Pre-Training Recommendations
To prepare for this training, we highly recommend taking regular yoga classes in Vinyasa flow or Power-based yoga styles 3-4 times per week. The training is physically demanding and priming your body prior to arrival would enhance your experience tremendously. Also becoming familiar with the Sanskrit names of basic postures will be advantageous.
Upon registration, we will be sending you a list of recommended books. These books include topics on Yoga philosophy, anatomy and soulful reflections.
For many people, taking a yoga teacher training is a life-changing experience. We are here to help you embark on this journey and transformation of a lifetime.
Location
Yoga in Bali
Nusa Lembongan is a pristine island located just 30 min from Sanur, Bali. Enjoy authentic culture and a tropical climate in this relaxed setting. The idyllic beachfront shala will have you practicing to the sound of waves and gentle sea breezes. The evenings have glorious sunsets that easily inspire inward focus, mindful reflection and deep meditation.
The Yoga Shala
Our new shala is located on the sandy beach of Jungut Batu, Nusa Lembongan. The space was thoughtfully designed to facilitate the exploration and integration of yoga in everyday living. The traditional thatched roofing is naturally ventilated with openings on three sides. Feel the warmth of the tropics with regular breezes to keep it comfortable.
Accommodation
Even though Nusa Lembongan is a quiet little island, there are many accommodation options for everyone. Whether you’re on a tight budget or are looking for a luxurious getaway including full services, you’ll find an array of choices within easy distance of the yoga shala.
Within a couple of hundred meters in any direction you can find a room for as little as 25USD. Rooms on the beach can be found for around $20-50. If you venture further out, you’ll have even more variety of options.
On the south end of Jungut Batu beach are high-end villas with world class facilities and amenities. The views from here down Jungut Batu beach towards Mt Agung are absolutely breathtaking.
These are all within a 5 minute walk.
For the list of our recommended resorts, visit the page HERE.
Healthy Food
The area offers plenty of restaurants to choose from. they are all within a walking distance from the shala. Delicious Balinese cuisine, international food, vegetarian and raw options are available. Price for a dish start from 4USD.
Please note that the food is not included in the training price.
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Anna is Australian based yoga teacher and studio owner. As a teacher trainer she is based in the Southern Hemisphere, most recently assisting an Advanced 300 hour training in Sri Lanka. Since her first 200 hour teacher training she has gone onto complete two 300 hour Advanced Teacher Trainings, one in Fluid Vinyasa and the other in Yinyasa with Mathieu Boldron. Anna is also a movement generalist with certifications in Animal Flow, Functional Range Conditioning and Kinstretch.
Anna studied a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Movement (anatomy, physiology, biomechanics) from Charles Sturt University, Australia. She has also completed a comprehensive training in epigenetics the Ph360. Her teaching has a strong base in anatomical and physiological alignment and adjustment, she is fascinated by the miracle that is the human body.
Anna wants to share her passion for yoga and living with you during this transformative journey. When you don’t see her playing with inversions on her mat you will find her out on her surfboard riding the natural energy of Mother Nature.
Anna has a fun, firey and playful teaching smile that will have you in a full body smile.
Born in Sri Lanka, Aaron is a RYT-500 yoga teacher , personal trainer and a body transformation coach. Aaron offers a deep knowledge from his diverse studies including yoga, personal fitness coaching and professional muay thai kickboxing., Aaron through his personal experience has spent countless hours researching and spent over nine years perfecting his knowledge in the fitness field all while mastering the application of it in almost every possible training method technique and diet imaginable. Aaron now travels around the world teaching in countries such as France, Mexico , Bali , Sri Lanka and Thailand conducting Yoga teacher trainings in collaboration with Annie Au.
As a teacher, Aaron`s goal is to help you understand the values and the potential growth you can experience by building a daily yoga practice both on the mat and off.
Based in Sri Lanka, Annie travels around the world including Mexico, France, Australia, Canada, Thailand and Bali teaching 200hr & 300hr yoga teacher training. With gratitude, Annie studies with Sri Dharma Mittra and has attended the 500hr and 800hr Life of a Yogi Teacher Training (LOAY) in New York City in 2015 and 2016. She offers an integrative Yin Yoga and Chinese Meridians teacher training infusing the ancient wisdom of Daoism, traditional Chinese medicine, and Yoga/Buddhist philosophy. Annie has certified over 200 yoga teachers worldwide. She holds a Bachelor Degree in Human Kinetics from the University of British Columbia, Canada. Specializes in yoga anatomy, Annie’s approachable teaching method in yoga anatomy helps students to understanding better the human body and therefore practice more intelligently. Annie can lead a dynamic class filled with inversions with a duality of restorative and healing yin sequences.
Before yoga, she was a professional contemporary dancer and established Au Dance ( a dance school for age 2-16) in Vancouver Canada. Her decade-long dance career has taken her around the world including some fond memories touring in India, Egypt, Brazil, and Germany.