Holistic Anatomy and Physiology of Yoga
Holistic Anatomy and Physiology of Yoga will provide you with an understanding of structural anatomy and holistic physiology as it relates to therapeutic yoga. You will explore muscles, bones, nerves, organs, glands and the other bodily systems with a holistic view to healing and health. You will learn to employ yogic practices as both assessment and prescriptive tools. You will build the necessary understanding and capability to work with people dealing with pain and movement limitations.
Each workshop includes an anatomy and physiology lecture, body reading, diagnostic guidance, prescriptive asana, and question and answers. You will compete 16 case studies related to the topics of HAPY. Through this practicum you will have a chance to directly apply your new knowledge and skills to help integrate the material in a meaningful and impactful way.
Upon completion of this course students will:
- Have in-depth knowledge of the interdependent factors which determine health.
- Have knowledge of the common pathologies that affect the body.
- Have knowledge of kinesiology/body mechanics, including common misalignments, injuries, and limitations which cause imbalance.
- Understand the indications of using asana and hands-on adjustments as a prescription for healing, as well as the counter-indications of asana for common illness, injury and other conditions.
- Know how to work one-on-one with clients in a clinical setting, as well as how to assess and adapt practice in a group setting.
- Have an understanding of common medical terms and tools.
Shoulders, and Upper Limbs
The relationship between shoulder girdle and arm; common injuries and issues occurring from use of technology; repetitive motion syndrome and sports injury.The Importance of Breath in Yoga Therapy
Yoga Therapy for the Rotator Cuff – Part 1 & 2
Yoga Therapy for the Arm
Yoga Therapy for the Wrist and Hands
Nervous System
Asana, pranayama, meditation and other techniques to directly affect the autonomic nervous systemYoga Therapy for the Nervous System
Yoga Therapy for the Stress and Pain
Yoga Therapy for Memory and Habit (Samskara)
Yoga Therapy for Sleep and a Healthy Brain
Spine and Abdomen
Alignment, posture, core musculature, nerve plexuses, digestive system, compatibility with movement; understanding spinal injuries; counter-indications; relationship to respiration and pranaYoga Therapy to Address Neck Pain
Yoga Therapy Resolving Headaches and Nerve Pain in the Neck and Shoulders
The Abdominal Muscles and Core Strength
Yoga Therapy for the Pelvic Girdle
Yoga Therapy for the Back
Hips and Lower Limbs
Prioritizing the primary areas of involvement; the relationship between the spine, sacrum, gluteal area and the lower limbs; the lymphatic systemYoga Therapy for the the Hips
Yoga Therapy for the the Knees
Yoga Therapy for the Feet and Ankles
Yoga Therapy for Leg Lymphedema
Yoga Therapy for the Marma Points of the Feet
Soul of Yoga Institute is an incredibly rich, transformative, unconditionally loving and supportive experience! You’ll never be the same again! You’ll stretch both internally and externally, you’ll love and be loved, and you’ll discover brothers and sisters you never knew you had. Soul of Yoga teacher training is an experience you’ll treasure all your life!
Financial Aid Services
The Soul Institute is committed to investing in motivated yogis by helping students accommodate the financial commitment of education. We offer a number of discounts to financially reward qualifying students. We are MyCAA approved and offer assistance with navigating the MyCAA scholarship process for military spouses. Lastly we offer customized payment plans. Explore the information below and reach out with any questions while you are moving through the application process.
Military Financing Available
MyCAA Funding gives eligible military spouses the opportunity to train for portable jobs in growing career fields, including becoming a Yoga Teacher. Soul of Yoga Institute is MYCAA approved. Click below for more information about MyCAA or email shannon@soulofyoga.com