Yoga Teacher Tune-Up Series: Refining the Asanas
Mark Stephens, MA, E-RYT 500, teaches, practices, and writes about yoga as a way to live a better life. A yoga practitioner for 24 years and a passionate and compassionate teacher for 19 years, he’s…
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For beginning to advanced teachers of all traditions.
Doing yoga makes life better, awakens us to our true self, makes us healthier, and brings deeper meaning to our lives. That’s why we share this sublime gift as teachers. Yoga Teacher Tune-Up focuses on enhancing our knowledge and asana-teaching skills through an in-depth examination of more than 50 poses.
With each asana, we
- Explore the most effective ways of observing and assessing a diverse class
- Review modifications that make poses more accessible, safe, and sustainable
- Examine the foundation, transition into, refinement, transition out of, and integration of each asana
- Practice effective demonstrations and hands-on adjustments based on alignment principles, breath rhythm, and energetic actions.
Mark Stephens synthesizes insights from multiple yoga traditions with functional anatomy, biomechanics, and kinesiology. His challenging and comprehensive approach equips yoga teachers to guide students in informed and inspired ways.
Recommended reading Mark Stephens, Teaching Yoga: Essential Foundations and Techniques (North Atlantic Books) (read the Introduction and Chapters 5, 6, and 7); Yoga Sequencing: Designing Transformative Yoga Classes (North Atlantic Books) (read chapter 4, “Sequencing Instructional Cues”); Yoga Adjustments, Philosophy, Principles, and Techniques (North Atlantic Books) (read Chapters 1–3 and survey other chapters for specific asanas).
questions?
Real-time communication with a Registration Advisor9:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday–Friday
Or call toll-free866.200.5203
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Choice of Accommodations
Rates below reflect total housing costs for all program nights.
- Dormitory
- $435
The dorms allow for 5–22 people per room, and offer simple bunk beds and nearby hall bathrooms.
- Standard Rooms
- $575 and up
These spare and peaceful rooms measure 8' x 12' and include a double or queen-size bed or platform twin beds.
- Standard Plus Rooms
- $875 and up
These quiet rooms are perfect for those who want a real retreat, and include simple décor, a double or queen-size bed, or twin beds.
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