Self study version of this popular workshop so you can study and revisit any time.

The similarities, differences, intentions and applications of yin yoga, restorative yoga and yoga nidra. 

Deconstructing three forms of yoga and Introducing the fundamentals for inclusion within a class setting, we will examine movement and stasis, edge & active & passive range of motion, explore comfort and discomfort, nervous system regulation, and relevant brain states. Experience the 3 forms of yoga through lead enquiry practices.

There is growing interest in many different forms of yoga available as students look for ways to support their mental health and emotions as well as physical health. More teachers are training in different yoga styles to support mental health, offer calming and regulating forms of yoga such as yin, restorative and yoga nidra. If you are not a teacher or therapist, you may simply relish the opportunity to take time out for yourself and linger in yin, restorative and nidra practices.

Outline plan for the day

The best way to learn and trust what you teach is through your own authentic and direct experience. Presentations lead to discussion, discussion to direct experience, and direct experience to insights, integration and take aways. Discussion on the intention for inclusion, reinforcing what you may already be teaching, and consider safety and the use of props is key.

With her soulful and practical approach to yoga practice, teaching and facilitating, Judy Hirsh Sampath invites deep enquiry, discussion and connection between participants – please bring a journal so you can note any insights you receive after tuning into your own inner world and wisdom.

Aims of the Day

Explain definitions & concepts

Understand the differences between yin yoga, restorative yoga and yoga nidra

Introduce intentions for each within in a class setting

Explore dynamic movement and stasis, edge & comfort

Work with range of movement, nervous system response, and brain states

Experience directly the three forms of yoga

Discuss on safety, knowledge, further study, props

Learning Outcomes

Participants will -

Understand the concepts and terms used

Explore the similarities & differences between yin, restorative, and yoga nidra

Deconstructed edge, range of motion, nervous system responses, and brain states

Understand the intention for inclusion & language cues in general classes

Gain confidence in facilitation through reinforcing what you already know

Applied theory to practice,  space to linger in yin, restorative and nidra practices

Be informed about the use of props, safety, knowledge, further study

Timetable (subject to change for online learning)

Introductions 

Presentation - definitions, differences between the forms of yoga

Guided practice – exploring yin and restorative postures

Zoom Break

Deconstructing practice for learning & presentation, Q&A

Zoom Break

Restorative yoga presentation - Range of motion, nervous system response

Restorative practice with guided breathing, Q&A

Yoga Nidra presentation, role of sankalpa

Yoga nidra practice

About the Tutor

Judy is an experienced yoga teacher & therapist, rest & restore facilitator, director & founder Yoga United Education and faculty of Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy, USA

Judy works 1-2-1 with clients online and in person for yoga therapy, life and business mentoring. She trains yoga therapists in a sensitive, soulful and practical approach to yoga therapy. She takes yoga classes, meditation courses, embodied mindfulness, restorative yoga and yoga therapy into health spas, offices, schools, mental health & fertility settings. She runs CPD days, modules, courses, professional training and soulful retreats in UK and India.

She brings a creative mix of yoga-based practices to educate health seekers of all ages, sizes and abilities to tune into their own head space and inner wisdom.

By identifying the physical body as an entry point to deeper understanding of Self, it is possible to unlock the bodies’ natural intelligence to open up a non-judgmental space for stress, grief, emotional & mental turmoil, as well as tapping into creativity, clarity and truth.

When you buy this product, you will be enrolled onto the online learning platform so you can take this course at your leisure.