Teacher Training with Clare
Interested in teaching YinYoga? Want to deepen your own Yin & Mindfulness practice? Interested in hosting a Yin Teacher Training at your studio?
INTRODUCTION
Yin Yoga is a quiet, receptive practice that involves long introspective holding of postures to develop flexibility, fluidity, compassion, acceptance and strength in the body, heart and mind.
This 50 hour training is designed for yoga teachers who have completed their initial training and are interested in specialising in Yin Yoga as well as students who are not teaching but would like to deepen their understanding of the practice.
Clare’s courses blend the introspective practice of Yin Yoga with Buddhist philosophy, Mindfulness training, Hands-on energy work, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Hatha Yoga subtle anatomy to provide an in depth, wholistic approach to healing. Clare studied Yin & Mindfulness under the guidance of master teacher Sarah Powers and has been hosting Yin & Mindfulness 50 hour teacher trainings around NSW since 2017.
The course runs over 5 days and includes 10 hours of home study including a written assignment to be completed after the course.
“Yin Yoga is a deceptively powerful practice. I have seen huge shifts within myself and my students on a very deep level. One of the most powerful teachings within Yin Yoga is learning how to get comfortable with being uncomfortable. During the long held, passive postures we learn how to look within, with compassion and acceptance at all parts of ourselves, both the shadow and the light. This takes huge patience, strength and courage and by practicing regularly we become very kind, compassionate, patient and resilient. The practice of yin yoga begins in stillness on the mat. We start by going inwards. When we become adept at viewing ourselves in a friendly and objective way we start to realise the interconnectedness of all humans and all life on earth as well as our interconnectedness to the planet itself. When we see struggle and suffering within ourselves we become tolerant of others because we understand the human condition. The more able and willing we are to make peace within, the more able and willing we are to spread peace outside of ourselves. Yin yoga is the silent revolution that will change the world.”
STUDIO OWNERS
‘Schedule Yin Teacher Training at your studio’ Clare is a ‘free-range’ yogi with a portable home 🙂 who can travel to your studio. Contact Clare to book your training in 2019.
STUDENTS
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You will learn:
Traditional Chinese Medicine Meridian Theory
In this course you will receive an overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine theory as it relates to Yin Yoga. You will learn the 12 major meridian channels that relate to all yin yoga postures, what chi is, what the meridian lines are and how to work with them in yin yoga practice. You will discover how meridian channels relate to organs, organ pairs, emotional, mental, physical and energetic qualities of each organ and corresponding meridian line.
You will leave the course with a thorough understanding of which meridian channels are being worked in each yin posture, the roots of yin yoga, how yin yoga differs from the Indian Hatha Yoga lineage and how TCM informs Yin Yoga for optimal physical, energetic, emotional and mental health.
Yin/Yang theory
We will explore with Yin and Yang are, how they differ yet compliment the Sun/Moon balance of Hatha yoga, how they are in relation to each other and the importance of balancing them through postures, breath, attention, mindfulness and lifestyle for optimal health. You will gain a thorough understanding into the difference between Restorative yoga and yin yoga and why/when/how you would use them for an integrated practice.
Anatomy & Physiology in relation to Yin Yoga
We will explore Western Anatomy & Physiology related to yin yoga with particular emphasis on Fascia (connective tissue) and joint structures. We will explore how yin yoga works very differently to Hatha yoga or any other physical activity. We will explore the most recent research on fascia and how to manipulate it for optimal physical health. We will explore the links between TCM meridian channels and fascia.
Energetic Assists in Yin Yoga
Learn how to use the healing power of touch to assist and guide the flow of energy (chi) whilst in Yin postures.
Yin yoga sequencing
You will leave with a thorough understanding of how to safely sequence yin classes based around TCM organ meridian pairs, particular needs of the student/class, particular body parts, different chakras and rehabilitation from injury. You will learn the importance of rest postures and counter postures within a well balanced yin practice. We will also explore how to creatively theme yin yoga classes around Buddhist philosophy, chakras, creative writing, poetry, art, the natural world and anything else that inspires us as teachers and students.
Mindfulness Meditation
You will leave the course with a thorough understanding of what Mindfulness is, where it originated, the benefits, the method, the purpose and the results of a regular mindfulness meditation practice. You will learn the method of Apana sati and Vipassana mindfulness meditation. The course will include daily led and self practice with the intention of cultivating a regular practice for the benefit of yourself, your students and the wider community. We will explore different elements of mindfulness meditation, including walking meditation, eating mindfully and mindfulness in every day life.
Tibetan Buddhist philosophy
Mindfulness Meditation comes from the Buddhist tradition therefore these concepts are intrinsically linked. This course will cover Buddhist history and philosophy. There will be daily philosophy sessions where students are encouraged to take the traditional teachings and relate them in an authentic way to their own lives. We will practice ‘Dharma’ talks or mini philosophy lectures that can be unpacked during yin yoga postures.
Pranayama
You will learn the subtle body anatomy from a Hatha yoga perspective and how this related to the TCM model of the subtle body. We will explore different ways of releasing prana or chi for optimal mental, physical, energetic and emotional health. We will explore the major nadis (energy channels) within the body and touch on the chakras. You will learn a variety of ‘inner methods’ or breathing techniques relating to yin yoga.
How to modify for injury or pregnancy
You will gain a thorough understanding of how yin yoga works and firstly the difference between yin yoga and restorative yoga which is a very important distinction. We will explore how to use props creatively to modify any yin yoga posture for any injury or lack of mobility that may be present. You will learn how to change each yin yoga posture so pressure is taken away from the injury sight but the student is still able to reap the physical, energetic, mental and emotional benefits of the posture. You will learn how to make all Yin postures ‘wall yin’ postures which make them accessible to all students.
TESTIMONIALS
“I recently had the opportunity to attend Yin Yoga and Mindfulness Teacher Training with Clare Lovelace in St Peters at the Dancing Warrior Yoga Studio – Clare is a one of the our earth’s old souls – she taught us with an open heart, love and acceptance. I feely truly transformed by attending her class. Her teaching style, wisdom and knowledge are a credit to the yoga community. I would recommend that if you have a chance to attend a workshop, teaching training course, class or even just get some time with one of the worlds great teachers, Clare Lovelace , take it!” – Sharon Shields, May 2018
“I’ve been attending Clare’s classes for over a year now, and she is such a beautiful and inspiring yoga teacher! I also recently attended her Yin & Mindfulness Immersion 50 hour teacher training, and it was such a well thought out program, and so thoughtfully delivered day by day. I left the immersion feeling thoroughly inspired to keep on learning and practicing, and to start teaching yin and it’s also really revitalised my personal meditation practice. Thank you so much again for facilitating such a beautiful workshop Clare and for all of your amazing classes!” – Kiera Treloar, May 2018
“I felt very lucky to do my Yin yoga teacher training with Clare. She is an exceptional teacher who speaks from the heart. Clare is continually inspired by the Dharma and she is always generous in sharing her knowledge and experience with her students. Every class with Clare is insightful and inspiring.” – Barbara Courtille, December 2017
