Pillar 1: Embody with Ease
Sadhana Pre-Requisites:
Yoga Therapy Defined
Meditation and Pranayama
Embody with Ease: A Synergistic Approach to Holistic Healing
The "Embody with Ease" pillar provides a comprehensive foundation in yogic practices that promote deep relaxation, self-awareness, and inner healing. The courses within this pillar seamlessly weave together to provide a multi-faceted approach to well-being:
PRAN400: Mantra and Pranayama: This course serves as the cornerstone, introducing the power of breath and sound to regulate the nervous system, calm the mind, and cultivate inner peace. It lays the groundwork for understanding the subtle energy body and its connection to overall health.
THER400: Healing Mudras: Building upon the energetic awareness cultivated in PRAN400, this course explores the use of hand gestures (mudras) to further direct and balance subtle energies. Mudras are introduced as tools for self-regulation, emotional balance, and enhancing specific therapeutic outcomes.
PRAN401: Yoga Nidra: This new course deepens the practices of relaxation and self-inquiry, guiding students into the profound state of yogic sleep (yoga nidra). It utilizes techniques from PRAN400 (breath awareness) and THER400 (mudras) to induce deep relaxation, access subconscious patterns, and facilitate profound healing.
ASAN400: Sattva Restore: Integrating the insights from previous courses, this course explores the use of restorative yoga postures and props to create a safe and supportive environment for deep relaxation and healing. Students learn how to modify poses to accommodate diverse needs, further emphasizing the therapeutic applications of yoga.
Upon successfully engaging and completing this pillar you will have gained:
Yoga Therapy Skills: Proficiency in applying mantra, pranayama, mudras, and restorative yoga for therapeutic purposes.
Theoretical Understanding: Deepened knowledge of yoga philosophy, subtle anatomy, and mind-body connection.
Self-Awareness: Heightened sensitivity to your own energetic and emotional states.
Therapeutic Presence: More compassion, empathy, and the ability to share space with others.
Confidence: Increased confidence in designing and implementing personalized yoga therapy protocols.
This pillar will equip you with tools to lead clients towards greater well-being, marking a significant step in your journey as yoga therapists.