Dynamic anatomy for Yoga

Course overview / structure

This unique anatomy course has been designed specifically for Yoga practitioners and students with a desire to enhance and develop their Yoga practice. As a participant on this bespoke course the aim is to give you an insight into the human anatomy relevant to movement practices, to provide you with the opportunity to look at your yoga practice from an anatomical perspective, and to allow you to develop your somatic understanding of your own anatomy. The course explores movement based anatomy, and looks at the theory and practice of this on both living bodies, and real cadaveric anatomical protected specimens. It is designed to teach you living anatomy in a format relevant to yoga, allowing you to discover what is happening within the body during postures. The course is designed to offer an insight into the anatomical structures involved in yoga, and to educate you as to the relevant living anatomy, allowing you to make more informed decisions on how you teach and practice.

What will I learn?

Throughout the day you will cover the anatomical mechanisms involved in breathing, and be shown breathing variations. You will discuss the concept of Myofascial lines of continuity, and relate these to your yoga practice. You will be shown how to to identify the musculature involved in these lines on both living models, and cadaveric specimens, to appreciate normal spinal anatomy, identify classic postural abnormalities, and develop on your knowledge of anatomy to analyse your yoga postures and practice. The first part of the course will take place in a classroom / studio environment. You will learn more about the theory behind the anatomy of breathing, Myofascial lines of continuity and spinal anatomy. These topics will be explored specifically in relation to yoga practice. In the second part of the course you will visit the dissection room and explore on prosected cadavers, the anatomical structures that were covered in the morning with Sallie. Protected cadavers are those that have been pre dissected to expose the areas that will be looked at in detail, the process of dissection takes many hours to perform. You will be provided with protective lab coats and gloves, and will be encouraged to investigate and handle the cadaver under guidance and supervision. Because the groups are small, you will have ample opportunities to palpate and interact with the prosections, and plenty of discussion time to ask all the questions that you may have. In the third part of the course students will visit the Gordon Museum of pathology, and explore a number of anatomical pathological specimens, before having the opportunity to explore the museum for yourself.

How many hours CPD? / course times

The day will run from 10.00am to 5.00pm so is valid for 6 hours CPD.

Who is the course for? / attendance requirement

The course is suitable for professional yoga practitioners, teachers and experienced students. Participants must be over 18 years old, must be prepared to demonstrate and model postures, and be open to palpate and be palpated. It is not suitable for individuals who have no experience in yoga.

Is the course assessed? / qualification

There will be no formal assessment of the course, however formative assessment will take place throughout the day in the form of questioning, both direct and general form the tutor.

Cost

£126.00 ( early bird) £ 140.00 (full price)

Other information / NOTE / you will be supplied with...

This is a course teaching anatomy, not yoga, and as an attendee you will be encouraged to discuss and explore your own yoga practice at any relevant point. Some of the course material is inspired by the ideas discussed in 'Anatomy Trains' by 'Thomas Myers', which is a valuable pre-read resource. Participants who may be fasting for religious or other reasons, or who do not wish to be involved in palpation or anatomical modeling should inform the tutor before the session begins. Minimum number of attendees 6.

Tutor

Sallie Brook