300 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training Course In Dharamsala

The spiritual town of Dharamsala provides a haven for practitioners of Buddhism and Hinduism. It is a peaceful area surrounded by cedar forests and features hills, picnic areas, and magnificent spiritual qualities.

As a result of the typical landscape consisting of verdant tea plantations, pine forests, and snowy peaks, this region is a beautiful collaboration between Tibetan society and Indian society and forms the ideal blend of cultures.

A sense of spirituality permeates the entire place, from the streets to the homes, and it’s even in the air.

The seclusion of the location, combined with the possibility of reaching a serene meditative vantage point on the summit of the mountain after only a few minutes of hiking, makes this an excellent location for the performance of ascetic observances. In addition to the natural splendor and tranquility that it provides, Dharamshala also provides the opportunity to cultivate relationships with the locals and engage in meaningful exchanges with them. They help you develop additional self-discipline and open your eyes to other aspects of life that are significant. Buddhist stupas and Hindu temples surround the area, and their combined prayers for world peace can be heard loud and clear.

What is Yin Yoga?

Many people seem confused about the origins of Yin Yoga. It is one of the yoga forms that can trace its lineage back to Classical Hatha Yoga. However, it still derives some connections from Chinese Medicine and Symbolisms. Simply putting it, Yin Yoga is a yoga form that balances the Yang form of yoga. Most of the goals of the yoga form are similar to those of other yoga forms. However, it works at a much deeper level, rather than superficial muscles. Yin Yoga works on a much deeper level, like on the connective tissues. You may find it a bit boring, but the form is highly effective on the deep-seated tissues of the body, and are held for a long time.

If you delve into Chinese traditions, you will find, that the Chinese call the ‘Prana’ as ‘Chi or Qi’. And meridians are the same as nadis, in Indian etymology. In Chinese traditions, the energy moves through the meridians. Whereas, in Indian yogic traditions, the ‘Prana or life force’ moves through the nadis. According to Daoism or Taoism, the internal organs are the main energy centres of the body. Yin Yoga also relates to the same connotations, in few ways. The Chinese Monad sign that represents duality in nature, is what you call the Yin and Yang. It is a representation of Chinese philosophy and cosmology. Also called Tai-Chi, you will find it everywhere.

What Will You Learn In Yin Yoga?

About Yin Yoga

You will discover the advanced realm of Yin Yoga forms through the 300 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training Course in Dharamsala. As you already know, Yin Yoga is truly based on the Daoist or Taoist concept which is slow paced in nature. Yin is considered stable and more feminine in nature, as against the Yang forces. There are three main principles that you ought to practice, as a part of the form. You have to find an edge in your practice. It means that you have to strive beyond your limitations. After you get the edge, you are supposed to remain still in that position. And, thirdly, you need to hold that position for a long time. You can start holding the positions for 45 seconds and extend the same to two minutes. Additionally, you will learn the background of Yin Yoga, which traces its roots to both India and China. At Shree Hari Yoga School, you will be able to explore an all-new dimension.

Pranayama In Yin Yoga

In the realm of Yin Yoga, you will breathe with your diaphragm. Fill the belly with air and let the rib cage also expand. Then, as you exhale, you have to pull your navel towards the spine. You are always encouraged to make the exhalation longer than inhalation. You mainly have to rely on your natural abilities to breathe in a wholesome manner, and facilitate the spread of prana throughout the whole body. Inhalation, exhalation and suspension of breath are the three main aspects of the practice. You will be able to control the quantity of Prana that leaks out, as with other practices. The breath is mainly looked at, as a channel for inner circulation of Prana.

You will be mostly engaging in passive asanas that find support on the floor. That shows that most of them will be ground-based poses. You have to hold the poses for a longer time, than you would do in a Hatha Yoga class. There are around 25 different poses in Yin Yoga, which are similar to Vinyasa style, but have different names. It is mostly about releasing the tension from the muscles, and stretching them. Moreover, the rest of the work is performed by gravitational forces.

1. Anahatasana
2. Ankle Stretch
3. Bananasana
4. Bridge
5. Shavasana
6. Shoelace
7. Snail
8. Sphinx and Seal
9. Square
10. Squat
11. Dragonfly
12. Swan & Sleeping Swan

13. Toe Squat
14. Camel
15. Cat pulling its Tail
16. Caterpillar
17. Child’s Pose
18. Dangling
19. Deer
20. Dragons
21. Frog
22. Butterfly
23. Half butterfly
24. Happy Baby
25. Reclining Twists

You cannot practice Yin Yoga, without mantra recitation. And that is what you will learn in the 300 hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training Course. A mantra is basically an affirmation, that draws higher energy into the current moment. You can either say it internally, or externally. It depends on your intentions. Each meridian has a corresponding mantra. When you relate the mantras to the metaphysical aspects of the meridians, you can heal at a much deeper level.

Anatomy and Physiology

Yin Yoga has become quite popular in the last decade. You may already know, that the classes will be slow-paced. In the Yin Yoga teacher training, you will learn how to observe your students and also guide them along the right path. You must use your voice in the correct manner, to get your message across to your students. Use voice modulation, so that you can connect with your student’s emotions. Additionally, you must use props as much as you can. They will help you to stay relaxed, during long holds. Moreover, you can use music to create that perfect ambience. You should also abstain from talking too much. The reason being, that it interferes with the silence, that you need to look inwards.

Philosophy

In Yin Yoga, the main forces that are exerted are on the connective tissues. You should be mainly concerned with compression and tension, in this relation. In the context of Yin Yoga practices, you should know about connective tissues and their functions. When you learn about anatomy and physiology in detail, you will be able to apply the principles to your movements. If you are pursuing the course to teach other students, then you should have adequate knowledge of the tendons, ligaments, muscles, bones, and ligaments as well. It will also help you to guide your students, during their practice, around various injuries. Functional alignment is important in Yin Yoga. Additionally, it takes into account that the body structures are different for different people.

Sound Healing

Yin Yoga is based on Daoist or Taoist principle. Moreover, you will learn about the five elements and their effects on Yin Yoga. Chi or Qi is central to the practice and repercussions of Yin yoga. When there is imbalance between the five elements like wood, water, metal, fire, and earth, the Chi or Qi is unable to flow properly. Thus, Yin yoga practices facilitates the proper flow of energy or Chi, so that the entire body gets its adequate supply of ‘Prana’ or life force energy. You will get a basic understanding of the above principles, to understand how Yin yoga asanas affect the deep-seated tissues in the body. You also learn the concepts of Yin and Yang, to understand how the human body tissues work, and what relation they have with the human mind and activities. Transformation happens at a very deep level, in this form of yoga.

Shatkarma (Cleansing)

When you combine sounds with Yin Yoga poses, it leads to an immersive experience. You already know, that this form of yoga is deeply meditative. You can release deep-seated tensions in the body. Sounds can change the pattern of brain waves, which lead to calmness. The combination will help you to gain in terms of relaxation of the body and mind.

Mudra

You must make mudras a part of the Yin Yoga practice. The contact and pressure created between the finger tips can manipulate the impulses travelling to and from the brain to other parts of the body. Mudrasplay an important part in the 300 hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training Course in Dharamsala. After you do the mudra, feel the energetic effects of the pose. Mudras and the Yin yoga poses are a complete meditation in itself.

Mula bandha is the most frequently used bandha in Yin Yoga. You can also use the more subtle versions of the other bandhas like Jalandhara bandha and Uddhiyana bandha.

Yoga Alliance Standard We Maintain For Yin Yoga

Yoga Alliance accredits the school, Shree Hari Yoga School, so that it delivers the best courses in yoga. After you complete the 300-hour yin yoga course, you will be able to apply for the RYT 300. Yoga Alliance is a global non-profit organization, which delivers a world-class curriculum in yoga.

Yoga Sequencing Classes (Practicum) for Yin Yoga

You have to maintain three important aspects in a Yin Yoga class. Reach the final pose and go to an appropriate depth in it. You have to resolve to maintain stillness. Thirdly, hold the pose for a long time. You can apply these three principles to all Yin Yoga sequences.

Schedule of Yin Yoga at Shree Hari Yoga School

The classes start with Pranayama and meditation, as always. It is followed by some simple forward bends, twists, and contortions. Have breakfast. After you resume, you will learn about the five elements of Yin Yoga, yoga anatomy and physiology. After that, you have to head for sattvic lunch. After lunch, you have to practice Yin yoga asanas. Your tea break is scheduled in the late evening. Self-study of Yin yoga follows. You can join some of the mantra chanting sessions as well, that takes place on a general level. Yoga Philosophy classes are also a part of the Yin Yoga schedule.

After Class in Dharamsala

• Visiting ancient Hindu temples
• Short hikes to the waterfalls & scenic spots
• Mountain trekking to Triund & Snowline
• Visiting the Dalai Lama’s temple, or seeing him and receiving teachings if you’re lucky!
• Meditation at Tushita Buddhist Meditation Center
• Paragliding
• Rock climbing & scrambling
• Art & Music classes