8 Day 50 - Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Koh Phangan, Thailand

Certification

The course/hours count as Continuing Education hours for Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®) only.

Course Overview

This 50-hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training offers an immersive opportunity to deepen your understanding of Yin yoga, blending functional anatomy, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and pranayama. You'll explore the healing power of long-held postures, breathwork, and the meridian system to activate the body's natural relaxation response.

Designed as a 6-day residential course, it provides space for self-reflection, learning, and growth. Whether you're a certified teacher or a dedicated practitioner, this training will expand your knowledge and enhance both your personal practice and teaching.

What makes this Training Special?

This Yin Yoga Teacher Training stands out for its unique blend of traditional wisdom and modern science. Key features include:

• Functional Anatomy for Every Body:
• Learn to adapt poses based on individual skeletal variations, making your teaching more inclusive and effective.
• Breath - Mind Connection:
• Pranayama techniques are used to calm the nervous system and foster intuitive awareness, deepening the emotional benefits of practice.
• Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM):
• Explore the meridian system to understand how Yin Yoga supports organ health and energetic balance.
• Authentic Teaching Style:
• Develop your unique voice as a teacher through guided practice and supportive feedback.
• Trauma-Informed Approach:
• Gain tools to create safe, inclusive spaces that honor each student’s experience.
• Extra:
• Enjoy 30 days of free access to One Yoga’s Online Studio, with over 900 classes and courses to continue your journey.

Who Is This Training For?

This training is open to all levels and welcomes anyone interested in deepening their understanding of Yin Yoga:

• Certified Yoga Teachers:

Earn YACEP credits while expanding your skills in functional anatomy, sequencing, and integrating TCM into your classes.

• Yoga Practitioners:

Deepen your personal practice and understanding of the body-mind connection through the slower, meditative style of Yin.

• Those Seeking Balance:

Ideal for anyone looking to reduce stress, find stillness, and support emotional well-being.

• Energetic Healing Enthusiasts:

Learn how Yin Yoga works with the meridian system to support energy flow and holistic health.

Daily Schedule

• 07:00 - 09:00 Yin Yoga
• 09:00 - 10:00 Breakfast break
• 10:00 - 11:30 Art of Teaching, Anatomy, or Philosophy
• 11:30 - 13:30 Art of Teaching or Meridian Theory
• 13:30 - 15:00 Lunch break
• 15:00 - 16:00 TCM, Meridian Theory, Anatomy, or Sequencing
• 16:00 - 18:00 Asana (Slow Flow, Yin Yang, Yoga for the Nervous System, etc.)

Teaching days from Monday - Saturday.

Curriculum

The curriculum is thoughtfully paced to accommodate all levels - from beginners to seasoned practitioners. Whether you're new to yoga or looking to refine your teaching, you will find space to grow and deepen your understanding.

1) Yin Yoga

• Definition: What is Yin vs. Yang
• About the Yin Yoga method: practice and purpose

2) Anatomy - Your body, your yoga

• Introduction to the functional approach
• Purpose of yoga asana
• Yin 14-10-7 by Paul Grilley (14 skeletal segments, 10 myofascial groups and 7 archetypal Asanas)
• Yin asanas: the study of target areas in Yin yoga postures
• The art of sequencing and teaching Yin yoga
• Asana lab (practical)

3) Pranayama, prana, energy body and TCM

• The anatomy of breathing: The importance of the breath and our nervous system
• Pranayama practices for Yin
• Introduction to TCM – Traditional Chinese Medicine (5 elements)
• Meridian theory and organ health

Responsible tourism

Thai people are known for their understanding and warm hospitality, but it is important to be mindful of certain cultural taboos and social norms:

• Respect for the Monarchy: Always show reverence towards the royal family. It is a serious offense to disrespect them or objects depicting the king, such as currency.
• Temple etiquette: Wear clothing that covers your knees and shoulders when visiting temples. Remove your footwear before entering, and sit with your feet tucked behind you, ensuring they do not point towards any Buddha images. Women should avoid touching monks or their belongings, give way to them on pathways, and refrain from sitting next to them on public transport.
• Modesty at the beach: Avoid public nudity or topless sunbathing. When heading to or from the beach, ensure you are appropriately covered.
• Body language: The head is considered the highest and most sacred part of the body, so avoid touching anyone’s head. Conversely, the feet are viewed as the lowest and should not be pointed at people or sacred objects.
• Saving face: Thais deeply value politeness and composure. Smiling is an excellent way to win people over, as visible anger or arguments can cause embarrassment.
• Respect and protect the environment. To conserve the pristine nature of Koh Phangan's beaches and jungles, they encourage you to avoid using plastic bottles and bags if possible - rather, bring your own reusables.

By respecting these cultural conventions and adopting sustainable practices, you will not only enrich your travel experience but also show gratitude to the warm and welcoming Thai people. A few kind words in Thai will go a long way, too.

Passport / visa information

Most passport holders are eligible for a standard 30-day visa exemption upon arrival in Thailand, free of charge and without the need for prior application. However, they recommend checking with the Thai embassy or consulate in your home country to confirm if this applies to you. You can also refer to the official Thai immigration website or your government’s travel advisory site for up-to-date information.

If you wish to stay longer than 30 days, you can apply for a 30-day extension at the local immigration office on the island. The fee for this extension is 1,900 THB. Alternatively, you may choose to apply for a tourist visa at a Thai embassy before your arrival. Please note that undertaking a "border run" to extend your visa is not possible during multi-week retreats.

Travel insurance information

You are responsible for arranging their own travel, including flights, visas, and travel insurance. One Yoga Thailand strongly recommends purchasing travel insurance that covers trip cancellation and travel disruption, including illness.

Important information

Sometimes, One Yoga Thailand may take pictures or video recordings during courses. One Yoga may use these for marketing purposes. If you do not want to be included in these pictures or videos, please let them know and they will make sure they are not using any pictures or videos of you. The use of alcohol and recreational drugs is prohibited during the retreats, including during free time. Breaking this policy will result in eviction from the course without being entitled to any refund.

Smoking is prohibited on the school’s premises, both indoors and outdoors. If you must smoke, then take a walk alone outside One Yoga campus and do not influence others who might want to quit smoking, neither by smell nor by sight. If you are attending a yoga teacher training course, you must attend all classes at the scheduled times and follow the teachers' instructions to receive a yoga teacher training certificate.