YOGA TRAINING COURSES
VANCOUVER CANADA

About the Training

Embodied Practice, Intelligent Teaching is a 50 hour immersion designed for Yoga Teachers who have the desire to continue developing their understanding and education in yoga. During this week long intensive your personal practice will be reinvigorated through embodied exploration and your teaching will be inspired as we expand the depth of your anatomical perception and respiratory practices.

Holding space is a privilege that requires a commitment to refinement, which ultimately enables us to facilitate the profound work of inner transformation.

What to expect

Establish and refine your self-practice (asana, breath, and meditation)
Comprehensive investigation and deep insights into functional anatomy and the movement patterns of the spine
Understanding and precise application of therapeutic principles enabling you to confidently advise modifications for injuries or limitations
Develop expertise in supporting diverse bodies through skillful hands on assists
Seamlessly integrate theoretical knowledge with embodied experience
Cultivate a robust and sustainable pranayama practice
Learn foundational mantra practices for deepening your spiritual connection

Part 1 Training Objectives

Asana: Deepen and refine your self-practice
Anatomy: Explore functional anatomy and principle movements of the the spine
Yoga Therapy: Understand therapeutic principles and modifications for injuries or limitations
Hands on Assist: Expand your knowledge of how to support diverse bodies through hands on assists.
Pranayama: Establish a steady and consistent pranayama practice
Bhakti: Develop your understanding of devotional chanting
Integration: Bridge theory and embodied experience

Total Hours

50 hours. Each full day will comprise of 7-8 hours of class time. The event begins on the the first day at 5pm and ends on the last day at 10am.

Who Is It For?

This program is ideal for:

Certified yoga teachers seeking continued education
Teachers interested in embodied anatomy
Teachers working with aging, injured, and/or diverse bodies
Teachers wanting to create a sustainable, self-directed practice

Course Details

Asana 12hrs

Morning classes will be a mixture of led classes, which will be directly connected to the focus of each day's lecture, and self-practice, which will give you time to explore and integrate what you have learnt in each class. As teachers, it is essential that we create and cultivate a self-practice in order to truly embody what it is that we hope to transmit; for this reason, we give emphasis to providing a space within which to do exactly this. During this time we will be there to support your practice.

Anatomy 10hrs

Deepen your understanding of functional Anatomy of the spine and explore how bodies move in real life - not just how they look in poses. Explore functional anatomy and principal movements of the spine to recognise individual variations and adapt alignment for sustainable movement.

The yoga therapy component introduces therapeutic principles and practical modifications for common injuries or limitations. Through movement labs and somatic awareness practices, you’ll learn to use yoga as a tool for healing, nervous system regulation, and mindful self-practice.

Hands-on Assist 10hrs

Learn how to listen, feel, and communicate with your hands. Asana assists have the potential to help students awaken to new and old sensations in their bodies, as well as refining and reseting their movement patterns. Each day we will review a selection of asanas to establish what the focus should be for each and explore what makes a quality adjustment.

Pranayama - 6hrs

Pranayama is a subtle yet potent and essential component of a well rounded yoga practice. In this training you will develop a personal pranayama practice that you can carry into your day to day life and develop over time.

Bhakti - 5hrs

Devotional chanting brings us into states of connection beyond theoretical analysis. Over the course of the week you will learn a selection of mantras, their historical meanings, and correct pronunciation.

Integration - 7hrs+

At the end of each day you will have a mixture of review and reflection questions in order to help you integrate and assimilate the knowledge that has been shared across the day.

Location

Villa Orgosse is a peaceful and inspiring retreat venue, located in Soustons, the Landes region in the southwest of France. Nestled between forests and just a short walk away from a serene lake, it's the perfect place to disconnect from daily life and go deeper into our yogic studies.

The villa offers:

Comfortable shared or private rooms with elegant, cozy decor
A fully equipped Shala with mats, props, and stunning views
A heated outdoor pool, ideal for relaxing between sessions
A sauna and cold plunge for daily self-care and nervous system support
Delicious, seasonal meals made with local ingredients, prepared fresh each day
Scenic walking paths through nature, including a beautiful walk to the nearby lac

The villa offers comfortable shared or private accommodation, beautiful practice spaces, and nourishing meals prepared with local ingredients.

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Schedule & Timeframe

Training: October 13 – 18
Departure: October 18 (after breakfast)
Daily schedule includes:
- Morning self-practice + meditation
- Lectures on functional & therapeutic anatomy
- Hands-on assist workshops & teaching labs
- Evening integration/restorative sessions/Mantra