Absolute Sanctuary welcomes the second Yin and Yang Yoga Teacher Training and Study Intensive with The Yoga Academy and faculty after the enormously successful inaugural training in January 2011. Founded and led by Simon Low, one of Europe’s most renowned yoga teachers, The Yoga Academy is considered by many to be the most highly respected yoga teacher training school in the UK providing in-depth education in the full spectrum of yogic studies.
What is yin and yang yoga?
The yin and yang approach to yoga infuses traditional Chinese and other eastern energetic and medical principles into the rich traditions of yoga. In the yang practice, explorative circular and spiral movement patterns in fluid breath-led vinyasa are balanced with precise postural alignment and attention to anatomical detail. In the yin practices, the calming, restorative and meditative asanas are balanced by healing Taoist-inspired work into the primary joints of the torso, myofascial trains and energy meridians. Within the 'dance' of these complementary opposites, a more holistic, mindful yoga practice is found that balances strength and integration with flexibility and freedom. A more comfortable and conscious meditation practice is one of the multitude of benefits to be derived from this balanced approach to practice.
The practice, along with the underlying applied yogic wisdom, supports and cultivates the growth of compassionate, conscious human beings. Promoting 'movement within stillness' and 'stillness within movement', Yin and Yang Yoga is one of the most wholesome and non-dogmatic approaches to yoga today and is gaining increasing appreciation among practitioners all over the world
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
This course is extremely practical and skills-based while at the same time facilitating a personal journey of exploration and discovery. It’s designed to help you develop the skills and confidence needed to be effective in class, but also lay the foundations for a life of learning and teaching.
• Teaching Methodology – while leading a class might look simple, the preparation, planning, and awareness behind that class are very involved. As a trainee, you’ll learn proper demonstration skills, how to mirror, how to use your voice, safe adjustments, lesson planning, class sequencing and more.
In the course, you’ll start by learning "why" we teach yoga, and through the teaching methodology modules, you’ll learn "how".
• Philosophy of Yoga – many students shy away from the theoretic side of yoga; but as a yoga teacher, it’s a vitally important foundation that helps you understand the source behind much of what you’ll do. And when learned in the proper context, philosophy can be fascinating.
You’ll be introduced to Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, the Bhagavad Gita, the essential Upanishads, and the Hatha Yoga Pradipika.
• History of Yoga – almost every style of modern yoga can very clearly trace its roots to just a handful of teachers. Understanding where yoga came from helps you gain appreciation for its rich history, and also gives you a better understanding of the "bigger picture" of yoga in all its newer incarnations.
• Applied Anatomy for Yoga – it’s one thing to memorize the names of bones and parts of the body, but quite another to viscerally experience applied anatomy in action. You’ll be amazed to discover how anatomical awareness will instantly improve your practice and teaching, and will also help you and your students to stay safe and properly aligned in class.
Applied anatomy is one of Simon’s personal passions, and as a yoga teacher, his insight will give you a comprehensive understanding of what’s going on internally during practice.
• The Seat of the Teacher – leadership comes with power and responsibilities that need to be taken seriously. During this module, you’ll learn about the ethics and healthy boundaries between teachers and students. Your life is mirrored in class to your students, so as a teacher, your personal life can (and often needs to) shift so that you can inspire and uplift your students.
• Teaching Practicum – this course is structured as a total immersion, and as such, you’ll find that your ability to absorb and apply information is greatly increased. By the 2nd half of the course, you’ll begin observing, assisting and co-teaching live classes. This is where everything comes together and you start to find your feet as a leader.
• The Life and Business of Teaching – teaching is like any career, in that you must study and work hard, and take conscious steps toward success. In this module, you’ll explore realistic options and lifestyles for yoga teachers including: how to teach privately, how to work for studios, and even the possibility of opening your own school or studio.
A DAY IN THE LIFE
Your course experience will be challenging, but very rewarding. The structure of the program is 5 days on, 1 day off. During class days, the schedule starts early in the morning and will finish in the early evening, with some late evening sessions on selected days.
Simon and his team have specifically designed this course to make it conducive for learning. The yoga studio, the resort, and the facilities all allow you to step away from your current life and delve deep into the authentic life and practice of yoga.
The Training Center
 Absolute Sanctuary is a very unique resort in that it was specifically designed as a yoga training and wellness center. Nestled on a hillside overlooking the sea, it’s a small enough resort that you’ll know all the staff by name, but big enough to have everything you need.
• The facilities include:
• 2 professional yoga studios
• Infinity swimming pool
• Complete wellness spa
• Health food restaurant
 • Juice bar
• Steam room
• Fitness Center
• Wifi (free throughout resort)
Absolute Sanctuary is newly-built resort in Moroccan style, with modern rooms containing all the conveniences you are accustomed to, including flat screen TVs, hot water, aircon, and hair dryers.
THE YOGA STUDIO
 Absolute Sanctuary has two completely separate yoga studios specifically designed for large groups. They have wood floors, natural light, great circulation and a complete stock of props including: blocks, straps, mats, bolsters and meditation cushions.
THAILAND & KOH SAMUI
 Thailand is a beautiful, safe, and welcoming place… if you’ve never been before, you’ll fall in love! The food is amazing and the people are so friendly. It’s such a wonderful place to study yoga.
Koh Samui Island was nothing but coconut trees until about 30 years ago. Today, it has become an international tourist destination, but it still retains most of its beauty and charm.
The beaches are stunning, with rolling hills and powerful sunsets. There are 3 international hospitals on the island, dozens of banks, a Tesco Lotus, and a movie theater… so if you forget something, or need something, it’s no problem at all.
ABOUT THE CERTIFICATION
The Yoga Academy is a Yoga Alliance 200-Hour accredited school as is Absolute Yoga in Thailand. Yoga Alliance is the largest accreditation board for teacher training programs in the world, and the 200-Hour level has become the international standard for teachers everywhere.
PLEASE NOTE: negative attitudes, absences, and disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. This is a serious course, and students are expected to behave in a supportive and positive manner throughout.
 FINAL ASSESSMENT & TEACHING
The course finishes with a final assessment and peer teaching day. This is a fun and exciting time when you get to put everything you’ve learned to use.
To celebrate, you and the entire training course will take a 20 minute boat ride to a very small island called, Koh Som, where you’ll spend the day teaching, practicing, and enjoying the sun and surf. It’s a wonderful way to complete the course.
COURSE INVESTMENT
A yoga teacher training program is an investment that will pay for itself many times over—both monetarily and experientially. It’s a big decision, of course, but one you can make with confidence.
Fortunately, this course is held in Thailand where the cost of living is substantially lower than most other countries. Because of this, we’re able to offer superior accommodation and facilities for less than the price of a long residential course of this nature back in your home country.
Tuition Cost: 109,950 THB (guide)
Shared Room & Food: 60,900 THB (guide)
Total Investment: 169,950 THB - (Approx conversion: £3645 - $5645) 2011 prices 2013 TBC
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