Discover the profound intersection of dynamic practice and restorative healing in this immersive 25hr training as Simon returns to RARE! Designed for yoga teachers and experienced practitioners who seek to deepen their understanding of therapeutic techniques while maintaining a vibrant and flowing practice. Explore the foundational principles of alignment and key actions to foster both stability and fluidity in every pose. Dive into creative sequencing strategies that allow for organic progression and balance, blending energy and movement seamlessly. Refine your ability to offer precise and inspiring verbal cues that resonate with the body, mind and heart. Enhance your skill in delivering hands-assists that are both supportive and empowering. Experience the integration of traditional Qigong movements to cultivate and restore energy, and learn how to approach injuries with a therapeutic mindset to ensure a safe and healing practice for all levels. Delve into pranayama techniques to access the subtle body, and embrace mindfulness meditation as a tool for holistic well-being. Complement your learning with Zenthai Shiatsu, a fusion of Thai Massage, Shiatsu and Osteopathy, designed to enrich your teaching, practice and personal growth. " Roots of Stillness: Therapeutics in Motion " offers a comprehensive exploration of how stillness and movement intertwine, providing you with the skills to guide your students toward healing and balance. Benefit from Simon's 25 years of study with some of the most legendary teachers of our generation.
Daily practices and workshop sessions:
Asana: Creative approach to yoga practice that is fun, dynamic and therapeutic.
Creative Sequencing: Tell a story with the way you build a class sequence. Take your students on a journey of the mind, body and heart.
Hands-On Assists: Make assists that are informative, supportive, sensitive, and empowering.
Verbal Cues: Simple and effective instructions that register clearly in the body/mind map.
Restorative Zen Thai Shiatsu: Learn the principles and fluid body techniques of Gwyn Williams, a creative and very effective blend of Zen Shiatsu, Osteopathy and Traditional Thai Massage.
Pranayama and Meditation: After the movement.. This is at the heart of the practice. Reside in beautiful stillness to find reflective truths.