the Mentorship Program: Yoga Anatomy & Yoga as a Therapy
see clearly. move wisely. teach with confidence
Why Study Yoga Anatomy & Yoga as a Therapy?
Studying Yoga Anatomy and Therapeutic Yoga equips you with the tools to truly see and understand both yourself and the student in front of you. By exploring the functions of joints, the movements of the spine, and the body’s unique mechanics, you’ll gain the knowledge to create safe, sustainable practices that prevent injury and reduce pain.
This journey of self-discovery is essential—only by understanding your own body and patterns can you effectively guide others. Yoga can be a potent therapeutic tool for specific health conditions. It centres on the body’s physical structures and their interplay during yoga postures (asana) and breathing techniques (pranayama).
This knowledge is crucial for guiding students safely through their health challenges. Through case studies, therapeutic techniques in yoga, and self-reflection, you’ll learn when to guide, when to adjust, and how to empower your students to realign, heal, and move through life with greater ease and strength.
Anatomy & Yoga Therapy Themes
Functional Anatomy
Understanding how bones, muscles, joints, and connective tissues work in real-life movement and in yoga postures
Body Systems
Exploring the nervous, respiratory, cardiovascular, endocrine, and digestive systems to deepen understanding of how yoga impacts the whole body
Injury Awareness and Prevention
Learning to recognise common vulnerabilities in practice and how to adapt for safety and longevity
Therapeutic Applications of Yoga
Applying yoga tools to support healing from physical conditions and emotional challenges such as anxiety, fatigue, and pain
Anatomy in Action
Integrating anatomical understanding into cueing, sequencing, and observation during practice
Individualised Practice
Learning to adapt yoga for different bodies, ages, and needs, making your teaching more inclusive and empowering
Key Elements Explored
Anatomy & Physiology
Gain a deep understanding of how the body functions–exploring major muscles, joints, and organs, and how this knowledge supports safe, effective yoga practice
Yoga Therapy
Harness the power of yoga to support both physical and mental health, addressing concerns such as joint pain, anxiety and more
Ayurveda
Learn how diet, lifestyle, and holistic practices influence overall well being and seamlessly integrate this into your yoga teachings
Asanas
Analyse postures through both Eastern and Western lenses, understanding their direct impact on the body and mind, healing and practice
What You Can Expect from This Program
Enhanced Teaching Skills
Gain tools to design effective classes that foster your students’ progress, health, safety and confidence
Yoga Therapy Skills
Learn to modify and adapt yoga practices to address individual conditions and when to pass it to someone else
Deeper Connection to Asanas
Understand each posture from physical and energetic perspectives to create effective and meaningful teachings