300 HOUR TEACHER TRAINING
This can be taken for continuing education, as part of the 300 Hour Teacher Training, OR for personal development.
Online and In-Person

SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships for this training are available for people underrepresented in the wellness community, including BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ folx, and people experiencing financial barriers. To apply, please fill out this form
Anatomy through a Yogic Lens (50 hours)
with Sandi Russom
IN-PERSON and ONLINE option via Zoom
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Weekends 12 - 5pm : Feb 5/6, 19/20, March 6 and 19/20
Mondays 6:30 - 8:30pm (online only) Feb 14th - March 14th
Learning Objectives:
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Using key musculoskeletal elements to optimize the practice of yoga and prevent injuries
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Understanding stress response through the connection between the nervous and endocrine systems, and how yoga can help
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Engaging complementary western and yogic anatomical systems and how both lead to elevated teaching
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Learning Objectives:
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Students will understand and discuss western physiological systems and complementary yogic systems
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Students will understand and discuss key muscle groups and related joints as they pertain to practicing and teaching yoga
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Students will discuss the connection between the anatomy and function of key muscle groups and related joints and preventing injuries in a yoga class
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Students will understand and discuss the connection between the nervous system, the endocrine system and the stress response
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Students will discuss how the practice of yoga can influence the physiological effects of the stress response
CURRICULUM OUTLINE
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The Musculoskeletal System (15 hours)
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Review of basic anatomy and function of the musculoskeletal (MS) system (1 hour)
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Deep dive in anatomy of joints and joint health as it relates to the practice of yoga (3 hours)
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Deep dive into specific muscles and muscle groups relevant to the practice the yoga (5 hours)
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Connection between the MS system and the three bodies, the five koshas, and subtle body systems (nadis and vayus) (2 hours)
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Practical application through yoga practice and teaching practice – injury prevention and safe tactile and verbal cueing for yoga teachers (4 hours)
The Nervous and Endocrine Systems (10 hours)
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Review of basic anatomy and function of the nervous system (NS) (1 hour)
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Deep dive into the functions of the brain as it relates to the practice of yoga (2 hours)
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Introduction to the endocrine system and the relationship between the NS and the endocrine system (1 hours)
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Introduction to the major anatomical players in the stress response (2 hours)
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Connection between the NS and endocrine systems and the three bodies, the five koshas, and subtle body systems (chakras, vayus, nadis) (2 hours)
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Practical application through yoga practice and teaching practice – yoga practices for a healthy brain and calm nervous system (2 hours)
The Cardiorespiratory System (5 hours)
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Thorough review of basic anatomy and function of the cardiorespiratory system (2 hour)
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Deeper dive into the respiratory system as it relates to the practice of yoga, specifically pranayama, vinyasa krama, and the bandhas (2 hours)
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Practical application through yoga practice and teaching practice – focused on pranayama, vinyasa krama, and the bandhas (1 hours)
The Digestive System (5 hours)
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Review of basic anatomy and function of the digestive system (1 hour)
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Deeper dive into the digestive system as it related to the practice of yoga, specifically the bandhas, twists, relaxation techniques, and meditation. (2 hours)
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Connection between the digestive system and the three bodies, the five koshas, and subtle body systems (chakras, vayus) (1 hour)
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Practical application through yoga practice and teaching practice – focused on pranayama, vinyasa krama, and the bandhas (1 hours)
Stress Response (15 hours)
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Review of the major anatomical players in stress response (1 hour)
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Deep dive into effects of stress response on the different systems of the body (4 hours)
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Connection between effects of stress on body systems and the three bodies, the five koshas, and subtle body systems (chakras, vayus, nadis) (2 hours)
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Polyvagal theory (3 hours)
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The influence that yoga has on the effects of the stress response (2 hours)
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Practical application through yoga practice and teaching practice – yoga asana, pranayama, relaxation techniques, and meditations that address the effects of the stress response ( 3 hours)
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