Anatomy & Physiology Applied to Yoga

About the class

Doctor Yogi / Andrew McGonigle's next Anatomy & Physiology Applied to Yoga (30hrs) launches April 26th.

To receive this price (25% off the training) you need to use code CHELTENHAM25 when enrolling.

For yoga teachers, yoga teacher trainees + experienced practitioners.

In this course we will explore in detail the anatomy and physiology of our incredible bodies applied to practising and teaching yoga. Each topic that we delve into will be related directly back to the yoga asana practice. There will be a strong focus on using this knowledge of anatomy to make asana practices as inclusive as possible.

The course is ideal for those of you who are yoga teachers or trainees who want to continue to develop your teaching style so that it is up-to-date, empowering, inclusive and accessible. It is also a great option for those of you who are yoga practitioners with an established practice, who want to learn more about your body and go deeper in own yoga practice. We will explore anatomy to a depth that is appropriate for teaching yoga.

Time will be dedicated to exploring the common injuries that students present to class with and looking at the best ways to communicate with and support these students. There will also be dedicated yoga practices throughout the course to ensure that the information is being fully integrated.

* The course will launch in April and run over six months.

* You will have four weeks to complete each pre-recorded module before we move on to the next module as a group.

* Each module will take you between four to five hours to complete in full.

By the end of the course you will feel inspired and empowered to teach yoga to the best of your ability. You will have the confidence to break down any yoga asana with a clear understanding of the key actions and movements and know how best to work with your own unique anatomy and that of your student.

The course is credited by Yoga Alliance (US) and Yoga Alliance Professionals (UK).

The investment to participate in the course is £329.25.

The course will close for bookings on Friday April 23rd.

This is what you will receive as part of the investment:

* Access to the course content for one year.

* A detailed handout with each module (downloadable) adding up to a 70-page manual.

* Access to a private Facebook group where you can ask questions and get any support that you need.

* A group Facebook Live session with me towards the end of each module so that I can answer any questions that have arisen.

* Homework tasks and multiple-choice quizzes in each module to ensure personal integration of all the information covered.

* A certificate upon completion of the course.

* 30% off a Movement For Modern Life subscription so that you can continue to practice with me online after the course.

* The option to purchase my two upcoming books at a discounted rate (released early Spring 2021).

Course Content:



Module 1 - Intelligent Movement Principles:

Launches on April 26th 2021

* An introduction to muscle looking at its structure and function and how we can apply the knowledge of stretch reflexes to deepen our practice

* The structure and function of bone and joints looking at both the importance and limitation of alignment and what limits our movement

* How a knowledge of fascia can impact our movement on and off the mat

* The Nocebo Effect and the power of choosing empowering language over fear-based language

* What causes muscle tightness

* Flexibility vs mobility

*Anatomical language and how this can help us to remember the names of some of our muscles

*A yoga practice to integrate the information covered

Module 2 - A Detailed Exploration of the Lower Limbs:

Launches on May 24th 2021

* An exploration of our feet and ankles looking at their structure and function and how we can apply this knowledge on and off the mat

* Why our knee joints may be vulnerable to injury and how to support them

* A detailed look at the hip joints focusing on what makes each of us so unique

* Releasing tension in our hips

* Piriformis Syndrome

* A yoga practice to integrate the information covered

Module 3 - A Detailed Exploration of the Upper Limbs:

Launches on June 21st 2021

* The importance of shoulder joint and girdle mobility and stability in our yoga practice

* An evidence-based approach to Shoulder Impingement

* Hyperextension of the elbow joint and how to avoid this (if that is your goal)

* Why wrist pain is so common in yoga and how we can alleviate this

* How to make Chaturanga Dandasana more accessible

* A yoga practice to integrate the information covered

Module 4 - A Detailed Exploration of the Spine:

Launches on July 19th 2021

* An exploration of our pelvis and sacroiliac joints looking how to keep this area supported during our asana practice

* An evidence-based approach to back pain and prolapsed discs

* The anatomy of our core musculature

* Increasing the mobility of our thoracic spine

* Supporting our cervical spine during inversions

* An evidence-based approach to releasing neck tension

* A full asana analysis

* A yoga practice to integrate the information covered

Module 5 - Supporting Injured Students:

Launches on August 16th 2021

* As a teacher it can be challenging to know exactly how to support students who come to your class with an injury. This session aims to give you the knowledge and confidence you need to be able to approach, support and empower students with common injuries.

* Discussing the most common injuries and conditions that students present to class with

* Looking at basic guidelines for the most appropriate and effective ways to communicate with students who have an injury

* Reviewing the anatomy of key areas of the body through the lens of injury

* Addressing how specific asanas can be modified, adapted and supported with props depending on certain injuries

* Discussing ways that we can work to improve the health and function of each region of the body

* Practice teaching self-study session

* A chair yoga practice to integrate the information covered

Module 6 - The Science Behind Why Yoga Makes Us Feel So Good:

Launches on September 13th 2021

* How yoga impacts our nervous system and relieves stress

* Yoga as a breath-led practice, the mechanics of breathing and why breath is so important

* Yoga for cardiovascular and lymphatic health

* How yoga impacts the endocrine, immune and reproductive systems

* Communicating the benefits of yoga to a student

* How best to research a topic

* A yoga practice to integrate the information covered

Frequently Asked Questions:

1) How often does this course run?

Every six months. The next course will launch in October 2021.

2) Do you offer scholarships?

I am offering a number of full scholarships to BIPOC teachers/practitioners. There are also a limited number of spaces available at a 50% discount for students who are genuinely unable to meet the full financial investment. Please contact me to discuss this further.

3) What is the refund policy?

There is a 30-day money-back guarantee if the course does not meet your expectations (or if you can’t understand my weird Irish accent.) Just send me a quick email within 30 days of the course commencing. You need to have fully completed at least one module before requesting a refund.

4) Can I pay in instalments?

Payment for the whole course can also be made in six monthly instalments.

5) What payment methods are available?

You can pay with any major credit or debit card.

6) What are my options if I don't use Facebook?

You can always create a Facebook profile purely to access the private group. The Facebook Live sessions will also be recorded and added to the course content at the end of each module.

7) Why are the modules released on specific dates?

So that I can offer the best support to everyone we are all going to be on a similar part of the journey at the same time. Although each module is launched on a specific date you still have four weeks to complete it in your own time.

To book make sure you use CHELTENHAM25 for the low rate.

https://onlinecourse.doctor-yogi.com/p/30-hour-course-2021

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