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Yoga Alliance® 50-hour TEACHER training in Spain
Dates:
Wednesday 26 October – Tuesday 1 November 2022
Come to our Yoga Alliance® certified Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Malaga, Spain
(Yoga Alliance® continuing education 50 hours)
Wednesday 26 October – Tuesday 1 November 2022
Do you want to deepen your Yin Yoga practice?
Our Yin Yoga course is an inspiring Yoga Teacher Training.
During a week we teach you everything about Yin Yoga and the healing power of Yin Yoga.
You learn how you can guide others in Yin Yoga and how you can get the most out ofthis Yoga form for yourself.
During our Yin course we will give you a good foundations to teach.
We discuss the history, philosophy both of the Indian way and the Taoist way.
You’ll learn everything about the meridians, chakras and the power of energy.
We will discuss anatomy of the physical body and of the energetic body.
We are looking at the variousthe Yin poses, the use of props, difference in bodies, creating lessons and much more.
This course is suitable for both existing and future Yoga teachers who want to broaden their knowledge.
But this course is not only aimed at teachers. It is an interesting training for anyone who would like to know more about Yin Yoga.
Yes, I would like to join!ReVIEW STUDENT ILSE VINK
OUR INNERPOWER YOGA ALLIANCE® 50-HOUR Yin Yoga TRAINING
Yin Yoga Teacher Training
Looking for an opportunity to take your Yoga practice and teaching to a deeper place? Than our Innerpower Yin Yoga Training immersion is something for you!
This training comprehends an integral education in the practice of Holistic Yin Yoga, providing students in-depth knowledge of the human body, ranging from a fascia and nervous system perspective to a subtle energetic approach with meridian theory, allowing students to experience the different layers of the practice and teaching methods
Our course gives you a solid foundation of the theory and methodology of Yin Yoga.
You will learn how Yin Yoga poses work along the body’s meridians and about the effects on the biomechanics of the body including how the poses work on the fascia and connective tissues.
You will also explore how Yin Yoga works on deepenergetic levels. And how you can use it to still your mind and balance your emotional body.
Our training will provide you with a clear understanding of the beautiful power of Yin Yoga, in order to deepen your own practice, or/ and to share this with your (future) students.
This training for qualified Yoga teachers, therapists, bodywork professionals and people interested to deepen their own practice will provide you with comprehensive Yin training.You will gain a thorough understanding of how to use Yin postures to balance the energetic systems of the body. In addition you will learn complementary Qigong and Yang-flows designed to improve strength, agility, and to stimulate the circulatory system of the body.
Small groups, personal attention
We work with relatively small groups . Therefore we can give personal attention to all our trainees. Each trainee has a personal mentor to guide them on their inward journey.
Yoga Alliance® 50 hour – International Recognized Certification for Continuous Education
Our 50 hour Yoga Teacher Training Course is registered with Yoga Alliance® USA. This is an international body which sets international standards for Yoga Teacher Training Programs.
Upon completion of this Yoga teacher training, students will receive a certificate from InnerPower Yoga for 50 hours of Yin Yoga Training.
Certification with Yoga Alliance:
Our Yin Yoga course is recognized by Yoga Alliance as 50 Hour of continuing training for Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT). When you are a registered Yoga Teacher you can add the 50 hours to your total hours.
You can use our certificate when you are a Yoga Alliance RYT-200or RYT-300/RYT-500 Registered Teacher. It counts for 50-hour CEU with Yoga Alliance
WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT OUR COURSES
This was the most amazing experience!
The amount of care the teachers gave us was incredible, and they continue to support us to this day. I often think back on this YTT with fond memories.
The training has everything you could ask for – teaching practice from day one, lots of knowledge building, passionate teachers, wonderful people, delicious food, amazing location.
I would recommend this YTT to anyone in a heartbeat.
It has been one of the best experience of my life.
Teachers are passionate, the place is magic, the food amazing, the energy always positive.
When I first arrived my mind was full of expectations, when I left my body was stronger and my heart was full of unconditional and universal Love.
I really recommend this teacher training course to everybody, it will change your life!
I recently completed the 50 Hour Yin Yoga course in Periana with Ilse and it blew my mind, I didn’t want to go home!
The course was jam packed with goodness – asanas, pranayama, anatomy, physiology, philosophy and so much more! The location was breathtaking and the food was out of this world #yummy.
Jane is a wonderful teacher with so much heart, knowledge, passion and professionalism. Anatomy and physiology was never my strong point but the way Jane explains everything was enjoyable and easier to remember. Thank you Jane for unlocking the anatomy and physiology nerd in me!
There is something magical about Ilse! Ilse is very professional, passionate, caring and knowledgeable.Thank you again Ilse for your love, time and devotion. I am so grateful for crossing paths with you and canny wait to see you soon!!
I am so happy I chose this course and would highly recommend her to everyone! It was the best Yoga course I have been on and I will definitely be going back for more 🙂
Hasta Pronto Guapas x
“Dear Ilse & Jane,
You have given me a very lovely week. I learned a lot and went through beautiful experiences. Thanks to the attention, love and your knowledge and professionalism, I was able to complete my 50-hour Yin Yoga teacher training. Thanks for everything. You are beautiful people. Hope to see you again.”
“To the best duo,
Thank you so much for such a perfect week in Spain. Everything has been wonderful, the food, setting and company. Your passion for Yin Yoga has been truly inspirational and I ams so happy to had this experience with you both. You’ve inspired me to dive deeper into my journey to becoming a Yoga teacher and running retreats. Thank you for everything, your love, fun and outgoing characters are brilliant. Never change.
All my love.”
“This has been one of the best weeks of my life!!
Ilse and Jane have a wonderful energy! They both radiate an incredible amount of love and passion, which fills you up with energy and inspiration.
During these 7 days of training I have grown as a person. I learned about myself and gained the confidence and knowledge that I needed to start teaching my own classes.
I am immensely grateful for this experience, for the amount of useful information I learned, for the beautiful people I met, and, especially, for the teachers, Ilse and Jane, who made all this possible. I love you so much! Thank you!!”
THE POWER OF YIN YOGA
Yin Yoga
Yin Yoga is a very passive approach to Yoga where you perform the majority of the poses seated on the floor or laying down.
The poses are held for longer periods of time, sometimes 3 – 5 minutes and in some cases up to 20 minutes. In Yin Yoga there are around 25 classical poses (+ variations).
Yin Yoga evolves into 3 main different levels of understanding, relating to the 3 main aspects of human existence :
On the physical level Yin Yoga targets bones, joints and connective tissues.
On the energetic level the practice reconnects with its roots of Taoist Yoga, and uses the ancient map and modern theory of the meridians, the long holds in Yin restore harmony in the subtle body by targeting the channels that run through the connective tissues.
On the emotional/mental level the Yin approach prepares the practitioner for meditation as one of the central intention of the yin practice is the cultivation of inner stillness.
Yin Yoga targets the connective tissues, such as the ligaments, fascia, bones, and the joints of the body that normally are not exercised very much in a more active style of asana practice.
Yin Yoga offers deeper access to the body with the aim of lubricating and protecting the joints to make them healthier and stronger.
Yin Yoga is the perfect compliment to the more yang style of Yoga practice. Yang Yoga practices are vinyasa flow, ashtanga, power Yoga and hatha.
The main difference is that Yin Yoga is very passive with poses being held for longer periods of time.
Another important difference is that in Yin Yoga your muscles need to be relaxed as opposed to engaged, this is so you can work into the deeper layers of the body and move closer to the bone, an area often missed in a yang Yoga practice.
Being a more meditative form of Yoga the benefits affect both body and mind.
Yin Yoga poses stimulate the meridian lines and organs. Different emotions are stored in different places in the body, and when we work through the layers of the body, we work also through the layers of our emotions.
Yin Yoga encourages you to become aware of these stored emotions so you can begin to recognize them and release them.
Benefits of Yin Yoga:
Lubrication and protection of joints
Deeper access to the body through the relaxation of muscles
Improves flexibility
Release of fascia throughout the body
Acupressure massage
Regulates energy in the body
Calming and balancing for the mind
Relaxation
Stress reduction and ability to release anxiety
Overview of the 7 Day Yin Yoga Teacher Course
Content 7 Day Yoga Teacher Training Course
Learn inspiring wisdom teachings about Qi (energy) meridians and Chinese medicine, more about the 5 elements theory. We will do transformative meditations and you will learn how to use mudras.You will learn about fascia and the yin anatomy and surrender during a sound journey session.
We will have inspirational talks where the Chinese philosophy meets the Indian Yoga philosophy and our modern pathways of awakening.
Our Yin Teacher training in Spain will help you todive deeper into stillness,openness, surrendering, relaxation, acceptance and helps you to find balance in this fast changing world.
You will be guided through the teaching method and sequencing of 25 key poses in Yin Yoga, and variations on these poses. You will have the opportunity for practical teaching experience and will be encouraged to develop your confidence in sharing Yin Yoga with other students during the training .
You will learn postures and teach an asana practice – through a multitude of lectures, discussions, posture exploration, teaching exercises and posture sequencing,
Our curriculum includes the following:
- 20 hours Yoga technique, training, and practice
- 10 hours teaching methodology
- 10 hours anatomy and physiology
- 10 hours Yoga philosophy
This and more you’ll learn during our Yin Teacher Training:
- Yin Yoga philosophy & fundamentals of energy.
- 14 Meridians.
- Understand Yin Yoga poses & their variations.
- Energy pathways in the body and how to get them flowing.
- The secrets of the mind-body connection.
- The power of your breath.
- How to improve your own Yin Yoga practice.
- How to use the props / support correctly. How to create custom sequences.
- Target areas of each Yin Yoga poses.
- Understand the 7 Chakras.
- Understand Yin Yoga specific Anatomy & Physiology.
- How to teach a 60-90 minute Yin class to anyone and at any time.
- How to teach & modify Yin Yoga poses.
- Additional Restorative Yoga & Qigong sessions.
MODULE History & Philosophy
- History of Yin Yoga (Modern Lineage of Yin Yoga & Yin Yoga in the ancient scriptures)
- Philosophy ofYin Yoga: Yin intentions & The Tattvas of the Yin practice.
(The principles and qualities of the practice) - Inquire into the Taoist Wisdom
- Yin/Yang Theory (Taoist theory and the principles of Yin and Yang – how they are applied to Yoga)
- Patañjali analysis of Yoga (“Yoga Citta Vritti Nirodhah” )
- 5-Element theory: Water-Wood-Earth-Fire-Metal elements
(Relation & function of Zhang & Fu organs to each Element) - General of Prana/ Qi andthe Meridians/ nadis Chakras, the human energy field.
- Understand the flow & formation of Qi
(Qi movement & different type of Qi) Jing/Physical, Qi/Energetic, Shen/Spiritual - Understand the 3 layers of the body/ 5 sheets
MODULE ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY
- Introduction to the anatomy of the human body as it relates to the asanas. Basic anatomy and physiology (with particular emphasis on respiration, circulation and digestion).
- Looking at muscular-skeletal system.of the body.
- Explore the nervous system, knee and hip joints, the pelvis, the spine and other topics.
- Understand tension & compression
- Physiological and energetic effects of asanas, pranayama, meditation and relaxation.
- Study the benefitsand contraindications of the Yin Yoga asanas (Anatomical & energetic benefits and how it can improve your health)
- Learn about the role of the connective tissues in relation to Yoga practice (Fascia network / Ligaments, Tendons .)
- Effects of structural and postural alignment on health and wellbeing.
- Anatomy of the Subtle Body (chi, meridians, nadis, vayus, koshas). Introduction to the subtle bodies: the yogic anatomy of chakras, nadis, vayus and koshas, helping you to more fully understand the process and benefits of Yoga.
MODULE TECHNIQUES, TRAINING AND PRACTICE
- Practice and learn how to teach the 25 main Yin-Yoga poses safely and confidently.
(And familiarize yourself with the variations) - Learn the transitions poses
- Practice the meridian series related to the 5 Elements
(Using Asanas & Chinese meridians theory to revitalize body/organs) - Familiarize yourself with meridian tracing
(Memorize the meridians location) - Stimulate the Qi along the Meridians
Learn the 5 Elements
(The Taoist & meditative approach of well-being)
- Cultivation of breath body (Leading towards a tranquil mind)through Breath work & Pranayama (breathing techniques) for relaxation and awaking the energy body
- Practice different meditationand relaxation techniques
- Mindfulness in Yin Yoga (including concentration methods and investigation methods). We will practice several Mindfulness methods that you can easily integrate in your life and in your classes.
- Learn different Mudras and understand when to apply them.
- We will introduce you in the healing power of Mantras.
- Relax and enjoy a beautiful Yoga Nidra session,
- Learn more about the use of Yoga & Essential Oils
MODULE TEACHING METHODOLOGY PRACTICUM
- Knowledge and understanding of the Yin Yoga approach
(Learn the difference between a Yin “Passive” and a Yang “Dynamic” style of Yoga) - Modifications and Safety in Yin Yoga, including the use of props and supports
- Use the 9 levels of awareness
(To influence your practice and guide your teaching) - Establishing a supportive home practice/daily sadhana
- Find your unique teaching voice: we will show and discuss different ways on how to teach.
- Creativity: we will show you how you can work with different themes, what special elements you can include to make your sessions extra special.
- Sequencing: Acquire the skill of sequencing Yin Yoga (including different body types, ages, injuries and class types) You will learn how to create a Yin class, long or short for a group, for an individual session, or for yourself.
+ ADDITIONAL WORKSHOPS & ACTIVITIES LIKE:
Qigong Session
Flow with Qigong
We will do a session on the art of Qigong. We will discuss the benefits, practice some of the basic posture and the breathing techniques. We will explain how you can integrate these movements in your own class.
Beach or Mountain Walk
Walking meditation and Yoga in the mountains or on the beach
Depending on the weather and/or location.
We will take you on a walking meditation / silent walk. On top of a beautiful mountain we will do Yoga. You will as well learn how to do this with your own groups.
Yoga Nidra Session
Yoga Nidra
Yoga Nidra— yogic sleep—is a meditation and conscious relaxation practice that is intended to induce total physical, mental, and emotional relaxation. This state is reached by separating the external awareness of the physical body through various stages. It results in a state where you are asleep with a trace of awareness. It’s a beautiful practice, gaining popularity across the world and ongoing research continues to prove its effectiveness.
The benefits of Yoga Nidra are numerous. It helps people to reduce stress, improve creativity, create focus, gives a deep rest in few minutes, similar to rest after overnight sleep. And people experience rejuvenation at physical and mental level.
Sound Journey or Mantra session
Sound Journey
You can join a very special sound journey with Tibetan and crystal bowls. During the session you will learn more about the sounds, the different type of bowls, the gong and other instruments. Learn more about the power of sound and how it moves emotions, toxines out of your body.
+ get tips how you can use bells or bowls during your own classes. Or we will do a special mantra workshop.
Yin Yoga & Essential Oils
Yoga and Essential Oils
Learn how you can integrate essential oils in your Yoga classes.
We will discuss the use of essential oils in a Yoga class: the benefits, which oils to use and how to apply.
A DAY AT THE COURSE
A DAY at the COURSE
Example day:
Sunrise Yoga and meditation
You will wake up with a cup of tea and some fruit and enjoy the beautiful view over the mountains.
We will start the day with a morning meditation and a nice yin practice.
Hit the books
10 AM – Following breakfast, we dig deep into the training, learning about Yin Yoga philosophy, anatomy, physiology and more.
Teaching & practicing
2 PM – After the lunch we will focus more on the practical teaching itself. You will get sessions on how to teach and on alignment. You will practice teaching in small groups.
We will discuss the basics of teaching – learning about various poses, the muscles they open, breath work, and how to help students in and out of the pose. During the afternoon sessions we will as well focus on the creative aspect ofthe classes.
Afternoon relaxing practice
5:30 PM – We wind down our day with a relaxed Yoga practice, stretching into delicious Yin poses.
Evening meditation /workshop or movie night
8 PM – After dinner it’s time to relax and find your center with our daily meditation practice or a special workshop. Some nights we will have a movie night and show a nice documentary.
READ WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY
LOCATION CANUELO
Stay in a beautiful little hamlet with beautiful lake & ocean views
Small whitewashed Casas and casitas in a mountain hamlet, with a rustic on-site bar and pool, surrounded by birds, bougainvillea and breathtaking views.
It’s a steep climb through olive groves to reach the hamlet of El Cañuelo. Perched high in the mountains, with clear views to the 25 km-distant Med, it’s a wonderful place, and the nice holiday homes with their terraces merge charmingly into the traditional village; Rafael the goatherd’s house is opposite.
The cute houses are not very luxurious, but El Cañuelo is as authentically Andaluz as it gets. It has a lot of charm.
Step outside and you’re in a bird-sung world of bougainvillea and sunshine: take to the village trail, explore the nearby markets or drink in the spectacular views.
Swimming pool
The swimming pool, called locally the ‘Mickey Mouse’ because of its shape, is 7 x 7 meters with the two small ‘ears’ one with a depth of 90cms and the other about 15cm. The main pool is 2m at its deepest point. The Bar and location have WIFI.
The Yoga Shala
There is a beautiful, recently refurbished, spacious Yoga Shala. It has big windows with a lot of light coming into the room.
Furthermore there are several platforms/ terraces where we can do the yoga outside if the weather permits it.
Canuelo
ABOUT THE TEACHERS
Ilse-Marie Sobering – Yoga, Meditation & Breathwork Teacher E-RYT500 – Energy Worker – Modern Sprititual Teacher
Ilse is the founder of House Of InnerPower ( and Viva La Vida ) and creator of the Yoga Nidra RadiantPeace method. She is an experienced E-RYT500 Yoga Teacher.
Ilse-Marie did several teacher trainings. The advanced 300 hour course she did in an Ashram in India. She is skilled in various Yoga styles and over the years has created her own style by mixing various styles of Yoga. She is teaching Yin & Restorative Yoga, Vinyasa, Flow, Kundalini en Hatha Yoga. She is an experienced meditation and pranayama teacher. Furthermore she is skilled in Qigong and energy work.She gives classes and courses in three languages to beginners, advanced students, seniors and children. She is organizing international retreats and courses, gives (master) classes and workshops.
Ilse has a great passion for Yoga, meditation, mindfulness and healthy nutrition. Yoga & meditation had a big impact on her own life. Ilse-Marie: “I live a lot more in the present moment, I can handle stress better and I enjoy the small things in life a lot more. Yoga is for me this still point is this fast changing world.
I have also realized what is important to me and how I can make a positive contribution in my own way. Teaching gives me a lot of energy and I think it’s great to see what positive effect it has on people.
It is beautiful to share your knowledge with others and to do what you really love.
Jane Bakx, Yoga, Meditation & Breath Teacher 500 E-RYT
Jane is an E-RYT500 yoga teacher (Yoga Alliance certified) from the Netherlands. She lived most of her life in Amsterdam and worked as a producer in advertising. She has been practicing yoga for over 20 years and teaching for over 5 years. After her two yoga studies (both in India), she decided to leave her job in advertising and follow her heart and passion for yoga full-time. Since then she has been teaching all over the world and organizing yoga teacher training courses and retreats. Jane’s home base is now on Bonaire, a small island in the Caribbean Netherlands.
Yoga for Jane is mainly about connecting with yourself; with your body, mind and heart. Yoga teaches you to listen to your body more. The focus in Jane’s classes is therefore on making that connection with yourself and at the same time on gaining strength and flexibility.
She mainly teaches Vinyasa yoga and Yin yoga. Both styles in her own way. In her Vinyasa classes you move quite slow so that you can really get into the poses, feel your body and build a lot of strength. During the Yin classes you go deep inside.
Jane also has an enormous passion for the human body, anatomy and physiology. You will notice this in her instructions during her yoga classes. During the teacher training courses it is very clear too as Jane is super happy to share her passion and teach her students everything about the human body, related to yoga, in an enthusiastic, clear and fun way.
