Hands on assisting yoga workshop

Name: Hands on assisting yoga workshop
Start: 2025-01-25T15:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-01-25T17:00:00-05:00
Location: 370 McLaws Cir, Williamsburg, VA

Schedule

Sat Jan 25 2025 at 03:00 pm to 05:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

370 McLaws Cir, Williamsburg, VA | Williamsburg, VA

Join Audrey Henriquez a RYT 500, ERYT 200, YACEP
Learn the art of hands-on assisting in Yoga, practice confidently and effectively assisting yoga practitioners in their poses with the use of physical touch while maintaining a safe and respectful environment.
What You’ll Learn:
• Techniques for Effective Physical Yoga Pose Assists ~ Explore foundational and advanced techniques to enhance alignment, deepen poses, and provide stability.
• The Importance of Consent ~ Learn how to approach hands-on assisting with sensitivity by incorporating clear communication and obtaining student consent before offering physical adjustments.
• Body Mechanics and Safety ~ Protect yourself from injury while assisting by understanding body mechanics and natural movement.
• Customized Adjustments ~ Tailor your assists to meet the unique needs of each student, honoring their individual practice and physicality.
If you are a yoga teacher, this workshop is approved for continuing education credits through Yoga Alliance, making it a valuable opportunity for yoga teachers to expand their skills while meeting professional development requirements.
Who Should Attend:
Ideal for both new and experienced yoga teachers looking to deepen their knowledge of hands-on assisting and improve the quality of their teaching. Yoga students looking to expand their knowledge of yoga and offering physical assists to others.
What to Bring:
• Comfortable clothing for movement and practice.
• A notebook for taking notes.