Online 50-Hour Yin Yoga and Breathwork Teacher Training: Transform Your Practice and Teaching

Pre-application requirements

• Zoom account
• Stable internet connection

Certifications

The course/hours count as Continuing Education hours for Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®) only. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be awarded the SVL Yoga 50-hour teacher training certification in Yin yoga and breathwork.

How the training works

The course consists of eight optional Zoom live sessions for a blended learning approach option, high-quality HD recorded videos for a superior learning experience, a supportive community of Yin yoga enthusiasts, and one year of access to course materials for continued learning.

Step 1: Enroll and access the course portal

Once you book the course, you will be added to their online course platform, where you can access all course materials anytime, anywhere. The course is self-paced, allowing you to learn at your own time and pace.

Step 2: Learn through structured modules

Progress through carefully designed modules that guide you from foundational knowledge to advanced teaching techniques. Resources include:

• HD video lectures, workshops, and guided practices
• Comprehensive PDFs, notes, and supplemental materials to deepen your learning

Step 3: Master poses and techniques with tutorials

Dive into workshop-style tutorials for Yin yoga poses and breathwork practices. Learn actionable techniques to master:

• Alignment and transitions
• Sequencing and teaching cues
• The use of props and modifications

Step 4: Join interactive live sessions (Optional)

Enhance your learning with optional Zoom live practice classes for real-time engagement with instructors and peers. If you cannot attend live, session recordings will be available for your convenience.

Step 5: Get personalized guidance and join the community

Stay on track with one-on-one guidance from certified instructors via email or WhatsApp. Connect with trainees in a private online community to share insights, ask questions, and build connections with like-minded yogis worldwide.

Timing of sessions (GMT+5:30)

• To be announced

Course information

This training is perfect for you, if you:

• Dream of becoming a skilled Yin yoga and breathwork teacher: Master restorative Yin yoga and therapeutic breathwork practices to guide students towards profound healing, emotional well-being and lasting transformation
• Seek personal and professional growth: Deepen your own practice and inspire others through the therapeutic power of Yin yoga and breathwork
• Value flexibility and personalized support: Choose between self-paced or live, interactive sessions to fit your schedule, and benefit from personalized mentorship with experienced instructors
• Aim for global recognition: Earn a globally recognized YACEP certification, connect with a global network of yogis, and gain confidence as an internationally certified instructor
• Want to learn from the best: Join a supportive community and learn directly from leading experts in Yin yoga and breathwork

Highlights

• Dive deep into the world of Yin yoga and breathwork with transformative tools and techniques
• Comprehensive Yin yoga curriculum: Master anatomy, philosophy, and practical teaching skills to create healing and impactful classes
• Breathwork mastery: Integrate pranayama and therapeutic breathing techniques into your practice and teaching for emotional and mental clarity
• Flexible learning: Choose between self-paced or blended learning to fit your schedule and lifestyle
• High-quality content: Access pre-recorded high-definition video lectures, workshops, and resources, available on demand via the online course portal
• Optional Zoom live classes with replays: Join interactive live practice sessions to refine your skills, receive real-time feedback, and connect with instructors. Can’t attend live? Option to access replays
• Personalized teacher support: Connect with experienced and certified teacher's for guidance and support via WhatsApp Chat and email
• Supportive global community: Join a global network of like-minded practitioners and yoga teachers
• Exclusive benefits: Enjoy personalized feedback, private mentorship, and access to a private online community

Syllabus and modules (What will you learn?)

1. Introduction to Yin yoga:

Explore the origins, history, philosophy, and principles of Yin yoga to build a strong foundation for deepening your practice and enhancing your teaching skills.

2. Anatomy and physiology:

Discover the human body’s intricacies, focusing on the skeletal, muscular, and fascial systems. Understand how Yin Yoga postures target these structures to enhance mobility, relieve tension, and prevent injuries.

3. Functional and energetic body anatomy:

Learn how Yin yoga impacts connective tissues and fascia. Explore traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) concepts, including meridian theory and chi, and integrate the chakra system into your teaching for a holistic approach.

4. Asana practice and alignment:

Gain expertise in Yin yoga poses with an in-depth workshop-style tutorial for each posture covered in the course. You will get workshop-style individual tutorial videos for each and every Yin yoga posture in the course. Learn the key elements of each pose to ensure safe, effective, and impactful teaching:

• 4.1 Benefits and contraindications: Understand the therapeutic effects and precautions for each pose
• 4.2 Asana alignment and transitions: Understand intelligent alignment principles, and learn the steps to enter, sustain, and exit poses with ease
• 4.3 Teaching cues and modifications: Explore effective verbal cues, alternative options, and the use of props to adapt poses for diverse student needs
• 4.4 Counterposes and flow integration: Learn how to balance each pose with appropriate counterposes for a harmonious practice
• 4.5 Meridian and joint focus: Discover the meridians, organs, and joints affected by each pose to deepen your understanding of Yin yoga’s energetic and anatomical impact
• 4.6 Hold times: Understand recommended durations for poses to maximize their benefits

5. Participate in guided practices: 60 minutes of Yin and breathwork practice classes

Experience seven full-length Yin yoga classes (one hour), focusing on different body regions and a bonus series of seven chakra-focused Yin practices (one hour) to deepen your personal growth and teaching inspiration.

6. Master sequencing for thematic classes:

Develop advanced sequencing skills to design Yin yoga classes tailored to specific themes and goals, such as therapeutic, heart openers, hip openers, meridians, or chakra balancing. Create therapeutic and engaging practices that resonate with your students.

7. Refine teaching techniques and methodology:

Learn to create impactful classes with effective verbal cues, class structure, and student engagement strategies. Master the use of props and environmental elements, such as lighting and sound, to foster a welcoming atmosphere.

8. Master therapeutic breathwork (pranayama) and meditation:

Unlock the transformative power of breathwork and meditation in deepening your Yin yoga practice, fostering mindfulness and inner balance. Learn important breathwork techniques and how to integrate these techniques in your Yin practice and teaching. Learn to:

• 8.1 Practice and teach foundational breathwork and pranayama techniques
• 8.2 Guide your students to use breathwork for emotional regulation, stress relief, and mental clarity
• 8.3 Integrate breathwork seamlessly into Yin yoga classes to create a holistic and balanced practice
• 8.4 Adapt techniques for accessibility and safety

9. Navigate the business of yoga teaching:

Build the skills to market your classes, manage logistics, and create a sustainable career in both in-person and online yoga instruction.

After this course, you will be able to:

• Design and teach safe, impactful Yin yoga and breathwork classes for diverse student needs
• Sequence thematic Yin yoga classes, incorporating elements like meridian theory, chakra balancing, and emotional awareness
• Use advanced teaching techniques, including verbal cues, props, and modifications, to create inclusive and therapeutic practices
• Guide students through Yin poses and breathwork for emotional regulation, stress relief, and mental clarity
• Build your professional yoga teaching career with a globally recognized certification and essential business skills

Why get certified with SVL Yoga?

Comprehensive and holistic curriculum:

Their 50-hour teacher training integrates Yin yoga, breathwork, meditation, and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) concepts, offering a unique blend of physical, energetic, and emotional practices.

Proprietary teaching methods:

Learn through their proven step-by-step approach, featuring in-depth asana workshops (clinics), guided practices, intelligent sequencing and cueing techniques, and trauma-sensitive teaching strategies, designed to make you a confident and skilled instructor.

Expert guidance and personalized support:

Gain direct access to experienced instructors through personalized mentorship, interactive live sessions, and ongoing support via email and WhatsApp.

Flexible learning:

Enjoy self-paced learning with access to HD video lessons, workshops, guided practices, PDFs, and optional live Zoom classes, allowing you to study at your own convenience.

Global recognition and credibility:

Earn a Yoga Alliance-recognized YACEP certification, enhancing your professional credentials and opening doors to teach Yin yoga and breathwork worldwide.

Focus on emotional and energetic transformation:

Master techniques that promote emotional release, self-awareness, and energetic balance, equipping you to create transformative experiences for your students.