In the fast pace of these times and as everything becomes increasingly faster, finding stillness and balance within becomes an even harder task. A line from Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, "Yogas chitta vritti nirodhah," refers to stilling the mind in order to experience ultimate reality and move toward self-realization. During Yin yoga, the quiet practice, Yoga Fusion Shala brings stillness while slowing down to point your attention and intention inwards to connect to the purest essence of your being. Take this journey of self-discovery and deep healing within while having the opportunity to genuinely shape your path and greatest potential as a Yin yoga teacher surrounded by the amazing mountainous ambiance of beautiful Vitsa in Zagori of Greece, the most shinning gem of Epirus, nestled within the Vikos gorge's embrace! Join Yoga Fusion Shala on this journey of going within in the stillness of the body, in the silence of the mind.
In the fast pace of these times and as everything becomes increasingly faster, finding stillness and balance within becomes an even harder task. A line from Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, "Yogas chitta vritti nirodhah," refers to stilling the mind in order to experience ultimate reality and move toward self-realization.
During Yin yoga, the quiet practice, Yoga Fusion Shala brings stillness while slowing down to point your attention and intention inwards to connect to the purest essence of your being.
Yin yoga has always been around. Although it is relatively new to Western society, they know from ancient yogic texts that seated postures were performed for thousands and thousands of years in India as part of a practice to calm the mind and prepare the body for meditation.
Yin yoga, also referred to as “Daoist” yoga, consists of asana sequences that work deeply into the body’s tissues. The poses are often held for much longer than in other Hatha yoga traditions, with the intention to access deeper layers of the body and connective tissues, as well as combining the whole - going into your body and following the breath process - with a more meditative approach and state of mind. Within this training, you will be guided to walk your own path as a Yin yoga teacher in order to teach your students the beauty and freedom within this tradition.
As a student, you will have the opportunity to learn more and go deeper in your own practice. As a teacher, you will develop your skills by offering properly sequenced classes that will strengthen, stretch, and stimulate, to encourage more flexibility and freedom of movement while simultaneously releasing deep tension in the body and relaxing the nervous system of the participants.
Moreover you will learn to promote and create a safe practice environment and a deep level of calmness, focus, and equanimity within your classes, having all the proper tools and knowledge required. In the 21st century's stressful times, Yin yoga offers the perfect balance for teachers and students alike.
Yoga Fusion Shala has been constructing and delivering authentic yoga teacher training courses (YTTCs) and workshops since 2018 in different styles and traditions such as Sivananda, Ashtanga Vinyasa flow, Shiva Shakti flow, Aerial yoga, Yin yoga, and Hatha Yoga Pradipika.
You don't have to be a certified yoga teacher already. Many students take this course just to deepen their own practice and knowledge.
The training will be given entirely in English. All training material is in English as well. It is therefore necessary that you are familiar with the English language. If you want to attend this training in Greek, please contact Yoga Fusion Shala to be informed regarding the dates that the training is scheduled to be given entirely in Greek.
If you have any other teaching experience, this will be beneficial, but it is not essential. A regular practice though is advised.
If you singed up to attend the whole training in two separate modules, keep in mind that for attending Module 2, completing Module 1 or any equivalent hours of Yin yoga study certification of completion is mandatory. There are no other pre-requisites for attending Module 1.
The course will be taught by Thina Chat, E-RYT500 and YACEP® continuing education provider. Dedicated to her yoga path and lifestyle, Thina, a free-spirit yoga nomad, spent a lot of her time traveling the world on her bicycle while teaching what she loves, before coming back to her homeland Greece, to become the founder and owner of Yoga Fusion Shala.
She is an experienced teacher with thousands of teaching hours, implementing her ''on the road'' life experience as a direct experience on the mat, delivering her teacher training courses with a unique approach regarding the practice and teaching styles.
Promoting unity, freedom, all-inclusiveness, and diversity in her life-changing educational courses, she always focuses on the fundamental understanding of yoga as an opportunity for personal development and spiritual growth.
Yoga Fusion Shala's Yin yoga teacher training provides far more than a foundation to get in touch with this ancient philosophy of Yin yoga, and it's suitable for everybody, regardless of age or physical constitution.
They are currently running this Yin yoga teacher training course within the context of yoga practice as a whole, integrating elements from yoga and Chinese Medicine. This training offers a comprehensive, holistic system to future teachers in order to feel confident to create transformational, unique classes and one-to-one private sessions for their students, in a safe environment with unique philosophical context.
Yoga Fusion Shala is a little Zen oasis right in the beating heart of the cultural center of historical Ioannina, the ''Capital of Enlightenment,'' where history and tradition blends in a mysterious way. The silverish shades of Lake Pamvotida and the snowish mountain tops of Pindus stand as the perennial guards that protect it.
Module 1
Module 1
Module 2
Module 1
Module 2
Yin yoga uses a variety of props that provide support, comfort, and modification options that allow the practitioner to go deeper into the poses and relax in the ultimate way. Props support the process of unwinding without overstretching, especially the tendons and ligaments.
You will gain expertise in every level of Yin practice including:
You will explore the art of asana adjustment within the Yin practice:
Yogic diet focuses on the spirituality of one's body and plays a very significant role in the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual improvement. It can make one calmer and stress-free while having a positive impact on their energy levels.
During the training, you will learn all about the benefits of implementing a sattvic yogic diet into your daily life and the deep connection of yoga and Ayurveda philosophies, while following a vegetarian balanced nutrition that will optimize your spiritual and physical yogic practices.
To prepare yourselves for the training you are advised to abstain from using drugs, alcohol, tobacco, meat, and fish.
All of Yoga Fusion Shala's study material and daily schedule, is organized in a very detailed way that will take students through the whole training step by step daily. During the first day of the welcoming circle, you will be given access to all the study material via your email, where you will be able to have an overview of the whole training structure and prepare yourself, study, and organize daily.
Through the study groups within the database, you will also be able to stay up to date with daily notes, exchange knowledge and information with the rest of the trainees and the teachers, and you will be able to download and print all manuals, etc. as well.
Moreover you will have an ongoing access for life after the training ends, so no worries about missing any training material!
Therefore, besides your traditional notebook and pen, bring with you a laptop or tablet (you can also use your smartphone) to be able to have easy access and easy reading within the daily study modules. This way, you can organize, prepare, and revise your study properly within the training easily.
Regarding practice equipment, you will be provided with all the Yin yoga teaching and practicing props needed for this tradition via the shala (blocks, straps, bolsters, etc), but feel free to bring and use your own equipment if you wish, if your travelling way allows you to carry it with you. They can also provide you with a brand new Manduka mat upon request and extra cost if you wish.
The training concludes with a written exam, and a kirtan and tea-ceremony graduation certification ritual. After completing the attendance and passing the exam, you will receive your Yin yoga teacher certificate from Yoga Fusion Shala, recognized by the Yoga Alliance with 100-hour Continuing Education for yoga teachers.
This Yin yoga training is an in-depth 100 hours spread out within 15 days as a complete training or through two separate modules immersive training, that gives you everything you need to start incorporating Yin yoga into your daily teaching and practice, taking you on a journey to discover yourself so you can genuinely shape your own path and greatest potential as a Yin yoga teacher.
Be introduced to a way of deep self-care and healing for yourself, while learning how to show the way and guide others to find their own way of healing through this beautiful tradition of going within - in the stillness of the body, in the silence of the mind.
You will be served three daily vegetarian or plant-based meals. On Sundays (free days), meals are not served. Snacks, drinking water, tea, and coffee are included in the price.
Yoga Fusion Shala and Urban Yoga House offer satvic food according to yogic guidelines. They serve high-quality food cooked with organic and local ingredients in a fusion style of Mediterranean and Indian-inspired cooking and varieties.
Including Ayurvedic and yogic food, vegetarian, and raw or gluten-free options as well, the Yoga Fusion Shala team will make sure to provide you with nourishing meals for the body, mind, and spirit, complementary and supportive to the yoga practice and experience.
The following meals are included:
Breakfasts
Lunches
Dinners
Snacks
Drinks
The following drinks are included:
Water
Coffee
Tea
The following diets served and/or catered for:
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten free
Organic food
Fruitalien
Yogic
To reserve, a security deposit of 30% of the total price is required. The security deposit is non-refundable if you cancel your reservation. The remainder of the payment is due upon arrival.
