How does the ancient wisdom of Yoga & Self Inquiry translate tangibly into our practice of modern yoga asana?
And how can we integrate this wisdom off the mat & into our daily lives?As we unravel that which is repressed and stuck in our bodymind, what are the practical tools to help us be with what arises and liberate us from suffering to Self Realization & Self Integration?
In this 100-hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training , we meet these inquiries directly, drawing from the combined wisdom of traditional Hatha Yoga, Tradnal Chinese Medicine & Taoist Five Element Meridian Theory, the Embodied Mindfulness Meditation practices of Buddhism & Contemporary Fascial Science.
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Learn how to release the deep tissue/ fascial trains of the body and create increased fluidity, suppleness, flexibility, & nourished healthy joints.
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Learn how to influence the chi flow through the 12 primary meridian pathways of Traditional Chinese Medicine, fueling the 12 main organ systems with life force, influencing organ health & optimizing physical vitality.
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Learn how your body, mind & spirit are connected via these energy pathways, and discover how to meet and align the diverse dimensions of your being directly in your practice, influencing not only physical but mental, emotional & spiritual health.
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Learn the specific therapeutic benefits of each yin asana & how to most effectively practice, sequence & teach classes for each of the organ systems.
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Learn practical embodied mindfulness tools to meet the internal and external challenges of life, as gateways for transformation and integration..
This 2-week immersion offers a holistic map and practical pathway for potentializing embodied healing & integration within ourselves, and in turn, assists the development of direct teaching tools to support and guide our students.
Tina Nance has been practicing Yoga for over 25 years and teaching Yoga, Somatic Inquiry & Women’s Work around the globe since 2001, in classes, workshops, retreats and yoga teacher trainings. Tina is deeply passionate about creating opportunities for people of all backgrounds to connect directly and experientially with their body-mind and Spirit via the Embodied Arts. Tina is the founder of HELD : School of Embodied Self Integration & the somatic practices of Embodied Unwinding & Nervous System Rewire.
HELD runs 100hr Yoga Teacher Trainings in Yoga Therapy, Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga & Nervous System Regulation, Embodied Trauma Integration, Embodied Mindfulness & Embodied Feminine Arts. Tina’s work centres within the understanding that many of the contractions of the body-mind are a manifestation of identifying with thoughts and behaviours that are misaligned with the truth of who we are.
All of Tina’s embodiment based programmes focus on consciously unravelling these holding patterns within our body-mind’s, in a myriad of ways, with guided transformative loving awareness. In cultivating the art of heart-centred embodied listening : deep presence, curiosity, directed awareness, compassionate holding and conscious breath within each asana, Tina’s work engages all eight limbs of yoga on the mat.
In connecting to their innate essence as loving presence students learn to contain, embrace & integrate all that arises, embodying the integration of their body, mind and spirit. Throughout the last 2 decades Tina specialised in Yin Yoga & Embodied Mindfulness, and Yoga Therapy for Women’s Wellness. More recently in the last 5years, in response to all that she has learnt directly in her recovery from her own battle & growth with trauma & nervous system dysfunction, she passionately expanded into Embodied Trauma Integration practices including Nervous System Regulation, IFS (Internal Family Systems), Somatic Experiencing, Trauma Informed Yoga Nidra & Trauma Informed Yoga.
Tina is a long time resident yoga teacher & teacher trainer at The Yoga Barn in Bali, Indonesia, teaching regular Classes, Workshops & 6x 100hr HELD Embodied Arts Teacher Trainings & a 500hour HELD Advanced Yoga Teacher Training programme. Tina is currently creating the HELD Online Yoga & Embodiment School where she is offering ongoing Online Classes, Workshops, Trainings & Teacher Trainings in Yoga & the Embodied Arts, Somatic Inquiry & Embodied Trauma Integration. 500hr E- RYT, Dip Ki Yoga Therapy, Dip Health Sciences, Dip Shiatsu, Dip Remedial Massage, Dip Vibrational Medicine.
FAQ
All questions regarding the training should be directed to the teacher that is offering the training. The curriculum, course content and itinerary are organized by the teacher — not The Yoga Barn.
A 200-hour program is typically considered the foundational training for new instructors. A 300-hour program is often for more advanced study and specialization.
Yes, YTT is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to teach yoga. After successful completion and certification, you can begin teaching.
Consider factors like the program’s reputation, curriculum, location, instructors, and whether it aligns with your goals and interests.
After YTT, many instructors continue to deepen their practice, gain teaching experience, and pursue further education or specialized training.
In many cases, yes, but requirements can vary by country. It’s essential to research the specific regulations and visa requirements.