30-Hour Applied Anatomy of Asanas CET with Nirupan

As a student or teacher of yoga, having the right knowledge of anatomy – as well as possessing the right skillsets in applying this knowledge – can help facilitate a safer and more enriching practice, empowering you with greater confidence in your yoga journey. 

This programme will offer a welcoming and encouraging environment with the following areas of focus: 

• Fundamentals of Biomechanics of Asanas (postures) 
• Understanding Skeletal System, Muscular System as used in Asanas 
• Joint movement, mobility in achieving postural alignment  
• Classical Asanas and Breathing Mechanisms 
• Applying learnt knowledge to daily practice of yoga 
• Pursuing a deeper practice that addresses imbalances in body types and individual strengths
• Minimising and preventing injuries 

Open to all levels.

Schedule & Description 

25-27 Aug & 1-3 Sep 2023

Fridays – Sundays, 9am – 3pm daily

6 sessions total

Session 1: 

• Understanding why Anatomy is so important in yogic practices   
• Anatomical movements of the body 
• Major joints, Muscles, Bones of the body and in relation to yoga practice 
• Three anatomical planes   

Session 2: 

• Biomechanics and Physiology of Standing Asanas 
• Asana in three anatomical planes 
• Effective techniques to release muscular tension and build strength in your practice

Session 3: 

• Muscles in action in essential yoga poses and classical asanas 
• Strengthen and stretch muscle fibres using the classical asanas 
• Deep relaxation techniques to calm body and mind 

 Session 4: 

• The structure, composition and function of the spine  
• Understanding the importanceof back bends  
• Biomechanics and functions of Back bending asanas
• Safety considerations & variations 

 Session 5: 

• Classical inversion poses in relation to circulatory system 
• Preparatory movements for inversion  
• Biomechanics and functions of inversion asanas
• Modifications for common postures to make yoga practice work for your body

 Session 6: 

• Concept of Respiratory system and pranayama 
• Significance of yogic breathing 
• Understanding The Nadis (energy channels) in the human body  
• Deep Relaxation  

Tuition 

Full Programme

Early-Bird (20%)             $720                      

Regular Price                  $900           

*30% off Regular Price for past PURE teacher Training / CET students.

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