Yin Yoga Integration Teacher Training
In this one-of-a-kind immersion, you’ll learn practices that’ll guide you towards greater freedom of movement, improved health and clarity about your life path. The basis of the practices you’ll learn include Yin Yoga practice through the lens of Classical Chinese medical philosophy, Sinew Meridian theory, as well as the specific self-care tools that have transformed my life personally.
“The Yin immersion was more than just a training - it was transformative. My daily practices and morning pages increased my inner sense of stability. My life purpose or “curriculum” got clearer over time, and I came away with new sense of gratitude about where I am and the roles I play in my life. ”
Though a background in Yin Yoga is helpful, it is not required, and you do not have to want to become a teacher to participate in this training. This program is designed to empower your life and practice, so how you choose to share the tools you learn is entirely up to you.
The knowledge gained through this training will enhance your personal practice and self-care, and prepare you with the skills and confidence to teach Yin Yoga through the lens of Chinese Medicine, if you choose to do so.
You can preview this training by watching the video above, then join the waitlist to be the first to know about upcoming in-person and online versions of this training.
“I learned many tools, besides the yin yoga asanas, that have helped me feel calmer, more balanced and less overwhelmed with my day-to-day tasks. It has been such an empowering experience!”
Curriculum details
Module 1: Foundations of Yin Yoga - Philosophy, Anatomy, Physiology
Day 1: Introduction to Yin Yoga Integration
Importance of Yin Yoga practice to balance Yang practices, exercise and lifestyle
Internal elements: Qi, blood and yin
Playing your edge: tension vs compression
Yin Yoga Anatomy: the spine, hips and pelvis
Physiology of the brain and central nervous system (CNS) in relationship to Yin Yoga practice
Day 2: The 12 Sinew (Muscle) Channels in Relationship to Yin Yoga
Overview of the 12 Sinew Channels
The Sinew Channels and the 6 Stages of disease progression as a metaphor for movement through life—freeing the tension that may be blocking your life path
Sotai & Qi Gong practices to release stagnation in the meridians in preparation for Yin Yoga practice
Psoas releases to prepare the body for Yin Yoga practice
Proper warmup to loosen the joints and prevent injury
“This is one of those teacher trainings that you don’t want to stop learning and coming to. Thank you for this exceptional journey to Soul Body! Life is so much more amazing and fascinating.”
“The poses but more importantly the psychological / Chinese Medicine context behind each pose truly helped me mitigate my anxiety and stress during that time period. I learned to slow down, and prioritize my self care, which has always been a struggle for me. I now have a physical practice to help me do this, for which I’m SO grateful!”
Module 2: Yang Meridians
Day 1: Yang Sinew Meridians of the Legs & Arms
Yang Sinew Meridians of the Legs (Bladder, Gallbladder, Stomach) pathways, psycho-emotional and physical associations
Yang Meridians of the Arms (Small Intestine, Triple Heater, Large Intestine) pathways, psycho-emotional and physical associations
Day 2: Yin Yoga Asana Practice with emphasis on the Yang Sinew Meridians - limitations and modifications
“Both Setareh and Salvador’s extensive knowledge and practice is boundless!”
Module 3: Yin Meridians
Day 1: Yin Sinew Meridians of the Legs & Arms
Yin Sinew Meridians of the Legs (Spleen, Liver, Kidney) pathways, psycho-emotional and physical associations
Yin Meridians of the Arms (Lungs, Heart, Pericardium) pathways, psycho-emotional and physical associations
Day 2: Yin Yoga Asana Practice with emphasis on the Yang Sinew Meridians - limitations and modifications
Day 2: Yin Yoga Asana Practice with emphasis on the Yin Sinew Meridians - limitations and modifications
“I used to constantly feel overwhelmed with all that I had to do without the motivation or momentum to get things done or know what I needed to do to improve my mindset and life. Now, through practice and morning pages, I’m sleeping much better than before. I feel calmer with almost no overwhelming feelings and I am motivated and know with clarity what I need to do to move forward.”
Module 4: Empowered Yin Yoga Teaching & Sharing
Day 1: Sequencing and Modifying
Sequencing a Yin Yoga practice based on Yin and Yang Meridians
Proper cueing and guidance of Yin Yoga asanas
Cautions and contraindications of Yin Yoga asanas
How to hold space for Yin Yoga practice
Day 2: Meditation and Self-Cultivation
Yin Yoga to cultivate stillness in our practice and lives
Yin Yoga as a healing art to prepare the body and mind for Meditation and deeper self-cultivation
Meditation and self-cultivation techniques for daily practice
“The Yin Yoga Integration Teacher Training has changed the way I conduct my life...Your Yoga practice will be fuller and richer with choices for deeper relaxation, restoration and a stronger mind-body integration.
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What’s included
In depth instruction on anatomy and physiology in relationship to Yin Yoga
Thorough, applicable instruction of the Sinew Meridians, how they relate to Yin Yoga and how to utilize them to create freedom of movement in your body
Warmup exercises to properly condition your body and prevent injury
Extended Yin & Yang Yoga practices guided by Dr. Setareh Moafi to help you integrate the material from each module
A thorough understanding of how to sequence and design a home practice and/or class
Online resources, including videos and photos of some of the key instructional pieces
Handouts for each module
Classical Chinese medical philosophy, psychology, nutrition, and lifestyle in relationship to Yin practice and its related channels
One-of-a-kind Meditation practices you won’t learn anywhere else
In-depth bonus teachings on Qi Gong and Sotai exercises co-taught by Salvador Cefalu, M.S., L.Ac.
*A note from Dr. Moafi: Much of the teachings offered in this training are assimilated from Salvador and my combined 30 years of study with our teacher, 88th generation Daoist Grand Master, Dr. Jeffrey Yuen. The synthesis of these teachings with Yin Yoga practice and theory is unique and exclusive to this training program.
“I would highly recommend the Yin Yoga Integration Teacher Training because everyone walking on this planet needs to know how to nourish themselves better and to understand the benefits of Yin poses so you can move through your life being your BEST YOU! Dr. Moafi and Salvador Cefalu are excellent teachers as they lovingly encourage and guide you to learning the philosophy, anatomy and physiology of Yin Yoga and to create better balance in your life.”
“I’d absolutely recommend the Yin Yoga Integration Teacher Training to practitioners of any level. This program can help you deepen your practice and knowledge whether you are a beginner or seasoned practitioner. The amount of insight and information Dr. Setareh Moafi shares with the students is simply not found anywhere else.”
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Learn about past graduates’ experiences in this video.
“The amount of knowledge that was shared by both Dr. Setareh & Dr. Salvador was priceless.”
FAQs
Answers to your important questions and concerns.
Practice Butterfly, a Yin Yoga posture to relax and stretch the connective tissue and nourish the Kidney Qi.