Softening the Edges - Yin Yoga Training

With:Melanie Cooper
Price: £445
Dates: 1 & 2 July 2023
Where: online or The Breathing Space, Derby
40 hours

Yin yoga is a way to unwind and relax very deeply. It is a style of yoga that can be taught as a specific class or as a delicious way to end a dynamic flowing class. Yin practice can also provide a valuable preparation for the more subtle arts of pranayama and meditation.

This course consists of two days live plus 16 hours of on demand recorded material available for 1 year to consolidate learning. The course is accredited by Yoga Alliance.

The environment created by Melanie Cooper on this course, is non-dogmatic and non-judgemental. It provides time for you to step into the yin place of receiving and nurturing. 

Course Overview

On this course, you will learn how to teach yin yoga in a way that is inclusive and safe for everyone. Many students find this slower type of practice is a gateway into their inner world, helping them to connect and go deep inside so they can truly rejuvenate though the practice of yin.  

 Adding this training to your skills set can help you expand your horizons as a teacher and for many teaching yin offers a positive change from teaching faster more yang based energetic classes. The course will cover a wide range of topics from sequencing to anatomy and fascia and meridians.  

From the training you will learn: 

• How to give assists based on acupressure and thai yoga massage

• The theory and practice of sequencing

• how to practice and teach yin poses

• how to plan a yin-based class

• how to use props effectively

• the theory and science behind the practice

• support in finding your own unique teaching style

• how to adapt the practice for different body types and personalities

The course will cover a practical exploration of yin poses, including how to teach, how to modify for different body types and how to give assists based on acupressure and Thai Yoga Massage 

With Melanie Cooper and Jennie Wadsten

Date

The course is 4 days long in total and you can choose to either do all four days in one go, or do 2 days this spring and 2 days at a later date. Choose what works best for you. 

Module 1:
Wednesday 19 – Thursday 20 April 2023

Module 2: 
Saturday 22 – Sunday 23 April 2023

Or our September dates are:

Module 1:
Saturday 9 Sept – Sunday 10 Sept  2023

Module 2: 
Tuesday 17 – Wednesday 18 Oct 2023

 If you prefer doing the course only on weekends, here are two options:

Option 1:
Module 2: April 2023
Module 1: September 2023
(Yes, you can do them in the “wrong” order)  

Option 2: 
Module 1: September 2023
Module 2: Spring 2024 (date TBA) 

You will receive…

• Upon completion you will receive a diploma, Yoga Alliance 50 hrs (The Shala & YogaTreat, RYS 300 & YACEP). This course also counts as Continuing Education hrs with Yoga Alliance Professionals (UK).

• The support and guidance of two experienced yoga teachers throughout the course. 

• Small group setting: lots of personal attention and feedback.

• Plenty of time to reconnect with your own practice, and to recharge if you’re feeling drained.

• Lots of practice in non judgemental non dogmatic environment.

• Support in finding your own unique teaching style and your authentic voice as a teacher with expert constructive and supportive feedback.

We (Melanie and Jennie) have worked together for almost 10 years and have 45 years of teaching experience between us from teaching yoga and teacher trainings full time.

We have experienced a lot over the years – and what we keep coming back to is how important it is to be authentic, to find “your voice” as a teacher and to have the courage to be YOURSELF when you are teaching! Working as a yoga teacher is amazing – but it also takes a lot of energy – and can be very draining if you are not looking after yourself. (And it’s so easy to not give ourselves that time/attention/selfcare – so in the training we will also put emphasis on how to create space for your own health and practice: to stay balanced and mentally strong!

Who For?

We recommend that you have done a 200 hour teacher training (any style) but this is not mandatory! If you haven’t: send us an email and let us know and we will look into what other experiences you have and we’ll give you extra support during the course. 
The intention is to give you, as a teacher, more tools, to broaden your teaching skills as well as your target groups. Perhaps you have done a training in a dynamic yoga style and would like to add a slow style to your teaching menu as well – to be able to teach back to back classes at studios and retreats?

Please note that if you don’t already have a 200 hour teaching certificate this 4 day course will not qualify you as a teacher and you will get a “certificate of attendance”.

Location

Online on Zoom – from the comfort of your own home!

Course Material

As part of the course you get two full colour manuals included in the price: one on the theory and one giving details on the poses. We will send you the manuals as PDFs a couple of days before the course starts. Note!
Please don’t share the manuals with anyone. They are subject to copyright law.

Hard Copy Manual

If you also want a printed copy of the manual, this is available at cost price including postage within the UK and Europe. 

Note!
Please don’t share the manuals with anyone. They are subject to copyright law. 

Homework
We use the term Homework loosely here, there is a requirement of 18 hours of learning outside of the course, some will be written but mostly to establish a Yin Yoga Practice (students have said that this is their favourite ever homework!) and to read a book (you’ll get several options) and write down your thoughts and questions. 

No exams
There won’t be any exams. Rather, we are interested in seeing that you have gained an understanding and knowledge that you can apply to each individual student depending on their needs.  This course is intended to spark your interest in embarking on or continuing this fascinating journey. 

With

• Melanie Cooper

• Jennie Wadsten

Testimonials

We love our students (and the community we have created over the years) and nothing makes us happier than to hear how much they have enjoyed and learnt from our courses. If you would like to see what other students have said about our courses, you can check them out here:

Sign up/more information

An invoice will be sent to you after we have accepted your application.

T&C

The course fee is non-refundable – but we do know that sometimes things happen in life that you couldn’t predict, and if so: you won’t get money back BUT if you cancel 1 month before the course at the latest you can use it for other trainings/retreats/workshops with us – so you won’t lose your money!

Your space is not guaranteed until we have received a deposit. (You will get a confirmation letter as soon as your deposit has reached us.) 

Please let us know if you want to pay in instalments. (No extra cost.)

With Melanie Cooper

You will receive

• Upon completion you will receive a diploma, Yoga Alliance 30 hrs (RYS 300 & YACEP). This course also counts as Continuing Education (CPD) hrs with Yoga Alliance Professionals (UK)

• Chance to dive deeper into a subject of your choice to get an additional 10 hours. 

• A tailored teacher training course focusing on your interests. 

• Plenty of time to reconnect with your own practice, and to recharge if you’re feeling drained.

• Support from non dogmatic and experienced teachers: the empashis is on empowering you to find YOUR authentic way of teaching yoga nidra and to obtain knowledge to see what is needed for different students; there isn’t one size fits all for this practice (or any style really!)

• Chance to practice teaching with expert constructive and supportive feedback

Location

Online on zoom

Who For?

We recommend that you have done a 200 hour teacher training (any style) but this is not mandatory! If you haven’t: send us an email and let us know and we will look into what other experiences you have and we’ll give you extra support during the course. 
The intention is to give you, as a teacher, more tools, to broaden your teaching skills as well as your target groups. Perhaps you have done a training in a dynamic yoga style and would like to add a slow style to your teaching menu as well – to be able to teach back to back classes at studios and retreats?

We have a set structure in line with Yoga Alliance’s criteria, but on top of that we have a certain amount of hours that we can tailor for YOU – and as far as we know, this is quite unique: for you, as participants, to be able to take part in forming the course content!

We have experienced a lot over the years – and what we keep coming back to is how important it is to be authentic, to find “your voice” as a teacher and to have the courage to be YOURSELF when you are teaching! Working as a yoga teacher is amazing – but it also takes a lot of energy – and can be very draining if you are not looking after yourself. (And it’s so easy to not give ourselves that time/attention/selfcare – so in the training we will also put emphasis on how to create space for your own health and practice: to stay balanced and mentally strong!

We will cover

• A non-dogmatic approach. 
  We will cover the main techniques and modern schools of Yoga Nidra and what they offer. You’ll get the chance to compare and explore different methods to see which works the best for you.

• Yoga Nidra scripts. 
  Online resources: You’ll get ready made scripts in different methods. Together we will also explore and develop a treasure trove of ideas and scripts for teaching your own yoga nidra – as well as incorporating it in your own practice.

• The structure 
  A detailed look at each stage of the practice; the intention behind it and how it affects the body and mind. 

• Modifications. Contra-indications. 
  How to adapt your teaching for different students

• Basic science of Yoga Nidra. 
  Brainwaves, Hypnagogia, Basic anatomy of the brain, states of consciousness

• History & Philosophy

• Stress

• Your own practice

Date & Time

Friday 10th February to Sunday 12 February 2023
9am-5.30pm

Price

Regular price: £400
50% Bursary (£200) available if you or your students are vulnerable or challenged in accessing yoga, talk to us at xmelaniexx@yahoo.co.uk

Course material

Course Manual
You will get the manual as a pdf by email the day before the course starts.
If you also want a printed copy of the manual, this is available at cost price including postage within the UK and Europe (please add £5 postage for rest of the world) 

If you want the manual as a hardcopy before the course, then contact us two weeks before the course starts.

Note!
Please don’t share the manual with anyone. It is subject to copyright law. 

Homework
We use the term Homework loosely here, there is a requirement of 10 hours of learning outside of the course, some will be written but mostly to establish a Yoga Nidra Practice (students have said that this is their favourite ever homework!)

Exam 
No written tests or “performance” required, rather, we are interested in seeing that you have gained an understanding and knowledge that you can apply to each individual student depending on their needs.  This course is intended to spark your interest in embarking on or continuing this fascinating journey. 

With

• Melanie Cooper

Testimonials

We love our students (and the community we have created over the years) and nothing makes us happier than to hear how much they have enjoyed and learnt from our courses. If you would like to see what other students have said about our courses, you can check them out here:

Love and appreciation from our students — Melanie Cooper Yoga

On completion you will receive a diploma and Yoga Alliance 30 hrs (The Shala & YogaTreat, RYS 300 & YACEP).  If you wish, you may also additionally register the hours with Yoga Alliance Professionals as CPD hours (CE hours; Continuing Education).

This course is organised by Yoga Treat Online Ltd.

Questions? Contact us and we will be happy to help. 

With:Melanie Cooper
Price: £375
Dates: 28-29 January 2023
Where: online or The Shala London
25 hours

Yin yoga is a way to unwind and relax very deeply. It is a style of yoga that can be taught as a specific class or as a delicious way to end a dynamic flowing class. Yin practice can also provide a valuable preparation for the more subtle arts of pranayama and meditation.

This course consists of two days live (either in person or live streamed) plus five hours of on demand recorded material available for 6 months to consolidate learning. The course can be attended as a stand-alone Yoga Alliance accredited course or as an optional module on our 300-hour programme.  

The environment created by Melanie Cooper on this course, is non-dogmatic and non-judgemental. It provides time for you to step into the yin place of receiving and nurturing. 

Course Overview

On this course, you will learn how to teach yin yoga in a way that is inclusive and safe for everyone. Many students find this slower type of practice is a gateway into their inner world, helping them to connect and go deep inside so they can truly rejuvenate though the practice of yin.  

 Adding this training to your skills set can help you expand your horizons as a teacher and for many teaching yin offers a positive change from teaching faster more yang based energetic classes. The course will cover a wide range of topics from sequencing to anatomy and fascia and meridians.  

From the training you will learn: 

• How to give assists based on acupressure and thai yoga massage

• The theory and practice of sequencing

• how to practice and teach yin poses

• how to plan a yin-based class

• how to use props effectively

• the theory and science behind the practice

• support in finding your own unique teaching style

• how to adapt the practice for different body types and personalities

The course will cover a practical exploration of yin poses, including how to teach, how to modify for different body types and how to give assists based on acupressure and Thai Yoga Massage 

With Melanie Cooper and Jennie Wadsten

You can either attend all four days in one go, or choose to do it in two modules (2 + 2 days)

Module 1:
Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th October
Module 2:
Monday 31st October and Tuesday 1 November

You will receive…

• Upon completion you will receive a diploma, Yoga Alliance 50 hrs (The Shala & YogaTreat, RYS 300 & YACEP). This course also counts as Continuing Education hrs with Yoga Alliance Professionals (UK).

• A tailored teacher training focusing on what you would like to dive deeper into.

• The support and guidance of two experienced yoga teachers throughout the course. 

• Small group setting: lots of personal attention and feedback.

• Plenty of time to reconnect with your own practice, and to recharge if you’re feeling drained.

• Lots of practice in non judgemental non dogmatic environment.

• Support in finding your own unique teaching style and your authentic voice as a teacher with expert constructive and supportive feedback.

Location

Online via Zoom – from the comfort of your own home!

Who For?

We recommend that you have done a 200 hour teacher training (any style) but this is not mandatory! If you haven’t: send us an email and let us know and we will look into what other experiences you have and we’ll give you extra support during the course. 
The intention is to give you, as a teacher, more tools, to broaden your teaching skills as well as your target groups. Perhaps you have done a training in a dynamic yoga style and would like to add a slow style to your teaching menu as well – to be able to teach back to back classes at studios and retreats?

We have a set structure in line with Yoga Alliance’s criteria, but on top of that we have a certain amount of hours that we can tailor for YOU – and as far as we know, this is quite unique: for you, as participants, to be able to take part in forming the course content!

We (Melanie and Jennie) have worked together for almost 10 years and have 45 years of teaching experience between us from teaching yoga and teacher trainings full time.

We have experienced a lot over the years – and what we keep coming back to is how important it is to be authentic, to find “your voice” as a teacher and to have the courage to be YOURSELF when you are teaching! Working as a yoga teacher is amazing – but it also takes a lot of energy – and can be very draining if you are not looking after yourself. (And it’s so easy to not give ourselves that time/attention/selfcare – so in the training we will also put emphasis on how to create space for your own health and practice: to stay balanced and mentally strong!

We will cover

Theory and science behind the practice

• Meridians and the energy system

• Fascia

• Updated research, the different aspects of yin yoga and how it is applicable to different body types and how personalities, and how movement patterns plays an important part.

Anatomy

We’ll look into the specific areas of the body in more detail, how they move and respond to the Yin poses.

Teaching the poses

Our focus is very much on teaching the practice in a way that is inclusive and safe for everyone making this a nurturing and healing practice, a way to connect and go deep inside; a way to truly relax and rejuvenate.

For each pose we will cover:

• How to teach yin yoga poses

• How to use props

• Modifications for each pose

Sequencing & Class planning

• Sequences for specific meridians, for specific yoga poses (eg for backbends, opening the hips, twists, forward bends), and a general all round class

• How to plan a class, when and how much to talk, what to talk about and themes. 

Contraindications and modifications

How to develop your classes for conditions such as pregnancy, injuries and hyper-mobility, making the practice accessible for individual bodies

 Date

The course is 4 days long in total and you can choose to either do all four days in one go, or do 2 days in Spring and 2 days in Autumn. Choose what works best for you: 

Module 1:
Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th October

Module 2: 
Monday 31st October and Tuesday 1 November

Spring dates to be announced

Time

9 am – 5.30 pm (UK time)
10 am – 6.30 pm (CEST) 
…but we’ll have several breaks and yoga sessions, so you won’t be looking at screens all day. 🙂 

Price

Price: £500 

You can sign up for just £200. 
Due date for the remaining balance 20 October 2022 - but let us know if you need more time.

Course material

Course Manual

As part of the course you get two full colour manuals included in the price: one on the theory and one giving details on the poses. We will send you the manuals as pdf:s  one week before the course starts. 

– Yin Yoga Notes, 74 pages
– Yin Yoga Poses, 43 pages

If you’d like to receive hard copies you can buy them for cost price, £35 (total for the two), including postage within the UK and Europe (please add £5 postage for rest of the world) 

If you want the manuals as a hardcopy before the course, then contact us two weeks before the course starts.

If you'd like to get a hard copy of the Yin Yoga Manual click here for info on how to order >>>

Note!
Please don’t share the manuals with anyone. They are subject to copyright law. 

Homework
We use the term Homework loosely here, there is a requirement of 18 hours of learning outside of the course, some will be written but mostly to establish a Yin Yoga Practice (students have said that this is their favourite ever homework!) and to read a book (you’ll get several options) and write down your thoughts and questions. 

No exams
There won’t be any exams. Rather, we are interested in seeing that you have gained an understanding and knowledge that you can apply to each individual student depending on their needs.  This course is intended to spark your interest in embarking on or continuing this fascinating journey. 

With

• Melanie Cooper

• Jennie Wadsten

Testimonials

We love our students (and the community we have created over the years) and nothing makes us happier than to hear how much they have enjoyed and learnt from our courses. If you would like to see what other students have said about our courses, you can check them out here:

Love and appreciation from our students — Melanie Cooper Yoga

Sign up/more information

A  deposit of £200 is required initially to reserve your place, due date for the remaining balance for the Spring course is 20 October 2022 - but let us know if you need more time. The deposit is non-refundable – but we do know that sometimes things happen in life that you couldn’t predict, and if so: you won’t get the deposit back BUT if you cancel 1 month before the course at the latest you can use it for other trainings/retreats/workshops with us – so you won’t lose the money! Terms and conditions >>>

An invoice for the deposit will be sent to you after we have accepted your application.

Your space is not guaranteed until we have received your deposit. (You will get a confirmation letter as soon as your deposit has reached us.) 

Upon completion you will receive a diploma and Yoga Alliance 30 hrs (The Shala & YogaTreat, RYS 300 & YACEP).  If you wish, you may also additionally register the hours with Yoga Alliance Professionals as CPD hours (CE hours; Continuing Education).

This course is organised by Yoga Treat Online Ltd.

Questions? Contact us and we will be happy to help.

I am very happy to be collaborating with The Shala to offer a level 1 teacher training

Part One Dates for 2022:
Friday 30th September to Monday 3rd October
Friday 18th to Monday 21st November

Part Two Dates for 2023
Friday 13 January to Monday 16 January
Friday 24 February to Monday 27 February
Friday 24 March to Monday 27 March

The Shala School of Yoga was set up to produce an inspiring and authentic next generation of yoga teachers, crafting and intertwining traditional methods with a more contemporary approach. The programme provides a non-dogmatic comprehensive immersion introducing the vast subject of yoga. We examine all aspects of the science of yoga, from the physical practices of asana, pranayama, kriya and anatomy to the mental, philosophical and spiritual nature of the practice. The asana study is influenced by ashtanga but is broad in scope.   

The entire programme of courses we offer is based on modules to allow students to flexibility for their own individual path of learning. Studying through a blended approach, in the studio and online, this allows students to comprehend topics fully and with a variety of learning styles in mind. The course gives space for learning, reading, coursework and teaching practice.  

Our objective for graduates who want to teach, is to instil confidence, compassion and integrity. We aim for our graduate teachers to teach with passion and inspiration and for them to be able to spread yoga authentically to others in a meaningful way. Our 200-hour programme accepts 18-24 students per intake, allowing those involved to feel like they are part of a community and get the attention, nurture and guidance to take part in what is usually a hugely transformational experience.  

With Melanie Cooper and Jennie Wadsten

You will receive

• Upon completion you will receive a diploma, Yoga Alliance 30 hrs (RYS 300 & YACEP). This course also counts as Continuing Education (CPD) hrs with Yoga Alliance Professionals (UK)

• Chance to dive deeper into a subject of your choice to get an additional 10 hours.

• A tailored teacher training course focusing on your interests.

• Plenty of time to reconnect with your own practice, and to recharge if you’re feeling drained.

• Support from non dogmatic and experienced teachers: the empashis is on empowering you to find YOUR authentic way of teaching yoga nidra and to obtain knowledge to see what is needed for different students; there isn’t one size fits all for this practice (or any style really!)

• Chance to practice teaching with expert constructive and supportive feedback

Location

Online (Zoom) – in the comfort of your own home! 

Optional: we’ll meet up in 2022 for a one day workshop (in Stockholm and London), if you’d also like to meet us in person and get more feedback, support etc. Price: donation based.  

Who for?

We recommend that you have done a 200 hour teacher training (any style) but this is not mandatory! If you haven’t: send us an email and let us know and we will look into what other experiences you have and we’ll give you extra support during the course.

The intention is to give you, as a teacher, more tools, to broaden your teaching skills as well as your target groups. Perhaps you have done a training in a dynamic yoga style and would like to add a slow style to your teaching menu as well – to be able to teach back to back classes at studios and retreats?

We have a set structure in line with Yoga Alliance’s criteria, but on top of that we have a certain amount of hours that we can tailor for YOU – and as far as we know, this is quite unique: for you, as participants, to be able to take part in forming the course content!

We (Melanie and Jennie) have worked together for almost 10 years and have 45 years of teaching experience between us from teaching yoga and teacher trainings full time.

We have experienced a lot over the years – and what we keep coming back to is how important it is to be authentic, to find “your voice” as a teacher and to have the courage to be YOURSELF when you are teaching! Working as a yoga teacher is amazing – but it also takes a lot of energy – and can be very draining if you are not looking after yourself. (And it’s so easy to not give ourselves that time/attention/selfcare – so in the training we will also put emphasis on how to create space for your own health and practice: to stay balanced and mentally strong!

We will cover

• A non-dogmatic approach.
  We will cover the main techniques and modern schools of Yoga Nidra and what they offer. You’ll get the chance to compare and explore different methods to see which works the best for you.

• Yoga Nidra scripts.
  Online resources: You’ll get ready made scripts in different methods. Together we will also explore and develop a treasure trove of ideas and scripts for teaching your own yoga nidra – as well as incorporating it in your own practice.

• The structure
  A detailed look at each stage of the practice; the intention behind it and how it affects the body and mind.

• Modifications. Contra-indications.
  How to adapt your teaching for different students

• Basic science of Yoga Nidra.
  Brainwaves, Hypnagogia, Basic anatomy of the brain, states of consciousness

• History & Philosophy

• Stress

• Your own practice

Date

Monday 26th to Wednesday 28th September 2022

Time

9 am – 5.30 pm  (UK time)
10 am – 6.30 pm CEST 
…including several breaks and Yoga Nidra practices, so you won’t be looking at screens all day.  

Price

Regular price: £400
You can sign up for just £150.
The remaining balance (£250) is due before the course starts but if you'd like to arrange a payment plan please get in touch.

Course material

Course Manual
You will receive your Yoga Nidra Notes training manual by PDF (113 pages) one day before the course starts, via email.

Hard Copy Manual
To order a hard copy of the manual for cost price click here >>>

Note!
Please don’t share the manual with anyone. It is subject to copyright law. 

Homework
We use the term Homework loosely here, there is a requirement of 10 hours of learning outside of the course, some will be written but mostly to establish a Yoga Nidra Practice (students have said that this is their favourite ever homework!)

Exam
No written tests or “performance” required, rather, we are interested in seeing that you have gained an understanding and knowledge that you can apply to each individual student depending on their needs.  This course is intended to spark your interest in embarking on or continuing this fascinating journey. 

With

• Melanie Cooper

• Jennie Wadsten

Testimonials

We love our students (and the community we have created over the years) and nothing makes us happier than to hear how much they have enjoyed and learnt from our courses. If you would like to see what other students have said about our courses, you can check them out here:

Love and appreciation from our students — Melanie Cooper Yoga

Sign up/more information

The remaining balance (£150) is due before the course starts but if you'd like to arrange a payment plan please get in touch. The deposit is non-refundable – but we do know that sometimes things happen in life that you couldn’t predict, and if so: you won’t get the deposit back BUT if you cancel 1 month before the course at the latest you can use it for other trainings/retreats/workshops with us – so you won’t lose the money!  Terms and conditions >>>

An invoice for the deposit will be sent to you after we have accepted your application.

Your space is not guaranteed until we have received your deposit. (You will get a confirmation letter as soon as your deposit has reached us.) 

Upon completion you will receive a diploma and Yoga Alliance 30 hrs (The Shala & YogaTreat, RYS 300 & YACEP).  If you wish, you may also additionally register the hours with Yoga Alliance Professionals as CPD hours (CE hours; Continuing Education).

Questions? Just send an email to info@yogaleela.se and we’re happy to help. 

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With Melanie Cooper

We're offering a 50% bursary for this yoga nidra course 29-31 July 2022

So if you or your students are vulnerable or challenged in accessing yoga, talk to us at info@yogaleela.se

The course is 3 days and covers everything you need to get started teaching Nidra with confidence

Both YACEP, Yoga Alliance and CPD hours Yoga Alliance Professionals

You will receive

• Upon completion you will receive a diploma, Yoga Alliance 30 hrs (RYS 300 & YACEP). This course also counts as Continuing Education (CPD) hrs with Yoga Alliance Professionals (UK)

• Chance to dive deeper into a subject of your choice to get an additional 10 hours.

• A tailored teacher training course focusing on your interests.

• Plenty of time to reconnect with your own practice, and to recharge if you’re feeling drained.

• Support from non dogmatic and experienced teachers: the empashis is on empowering you to find YOUR authentic way of teaching yoga nidra and to obtain knowledge to see what is needed for different students; there isn’t one size fits all for this practice (or any style really!)

• Chance to practice teaching with expert constructive and supportive feedback

Location

Online (Zoom) – in the comfort of your own home! 

Optional: we’ll meet up in 2022 for a one day workshop (in Stockholm and London), if you’d also like to meet us in person and get more feedback, support etc. Price: donation based.  

Who for?

We recommend that you have done a 200 hour teacher training (any style) but this is not mandatory! If you haven’t: send us an email and let us know and we will look into what other experiences you have and we’ll give you extra support during the course.

The intention is to give you, as a teacher, more tools, to broaden your teaching skills as well as your target groups. Perhaps you have done a training in a dynamic yoga style and would like to add a slow style to your teaching menu as well – to be able to teach back to back classes at studios and retreats?

We have a set structure in line with Yoga Alliance’s criteria, but on top of that we have a certain amount of hours that we can tailor for YOU – and as far as we know, this is quite unique: for you, as participants, to be able to take part in forming the course content!

We have experienced a lot over the years – and what we keep coming back to is how important it is to be authentic, to find “your voice” as a teacher and to have the courage to be YOURSELF when you are teaching! Working as a yoga teacher is amazing – but it also takes a lot of energy – and can be very draining if you are not looking after yourself. (And it’s so easy to not give ourselves that time/attention/selfcare – so in the training we will also put emphasis on how to create space for your own health and practice: to stay balanced and mentally strong!

We will cover

• A non-dogmatic approach.
  We will cover the main techniques and modern schools of Yoga Nidra and what they offer. You’ll get the chance to compare and explore different methods to see which works the best for you.

• Yoga Nidra scripts.
  Online resources: You’ll get ready made scripts in different methods. Together we will also explore and develop a treasure trove of ideas and scripts for teaching your own yoga nidra – as well as incorporating it in your own practice.

• The structure
  A detailed look at each stage of the practice; the intention behind it and how it affects the body and mind.

• Modifications. Contra-indications.
  How to adapt your teaching for different students

• Basic science of Yoga Nidra.
  Brainwaves, Hypnagogia, Basic anatomy of the brain, states of consciousness

• History & Philosophy

• Stress

• Your own practice

Date

Friday 29th to Sunday 31st July 2022

Time

9 am – 5.30 pm  (UK time)
10 am – 6.30 pm CEST 
…including several breaks and Yoga Nidra practices, so you won’t be looking at screens all day.  

Price

Regular price: £400
You can sign up for just £150.
The remaining balance (£250) is due before the course starts but if you'd like to arrange a payment plan please get in touch.

Course material

Course Manual
You will receive your Yoga Nidra Notes training manual by PDF (113 pages) one day before the course starts, via email.

Hard Copy Manual
To order a hard copy of the manual for cost price click here >>>

Note!
Please don’t share the manual with anyone. It is subject to copyright law. 

Homework
We use the term Homework loosely here, there is a requirement of 10 hours of learning outside of the course, some will be written but mostly to establish a Yoga Nidra Practice (students have said that this is their favourite ever homework!)

Exam
No written tests or “performance” required, rather, we are interested in seeing that you have gained an understanding and knowledge that you can apply to each individual student depending on their needs.  This course is intended to spark your interest in embarking on or continuing this fascinating journey. 

With

• Melanie Cooper

Testimonials

We love our students (and the community we have created over the years) and nothing makes us happier than to hear how much they have enjoyed and learnt from our courses. If you would like to see what other students have said about our courses, you can check them out here:

Sign up/more information

The remaining balance (£250) is due before the course starts but if you'd like to arrange a payment plan please get in touch. The deposit is non-refundable – but we do know that sometimes things happen in life that you couldn’t predict, and if so: you won’t get the deposit back BUT if you cancel 1 month before the course at the latest you can use it for other trainings/retreats/workshops with us – so you won’t lose the money!  Terms and conditions >>>

An invoice for the deposit will be sent to you after we have accepted your application.

Your space is not guaranteed until we have received your deposit. (You will get a confirmation letter as soon as your deposit has reached us.) 

Upon completion you will receive a diploma and Yoga Alliance 30 hrs (The Shala & YogaTreat, RYS 300 & YACEP).  If you wish, you may also additionally register the hours with Yoga Alliance Professionals as CPD hours (CE hours; Continuing Education).

Questions? Just send an email to xmelaniexx@yahoo.co.uk and we’re happy to help.