Please see the attached file for the tentative course schedule – 100 hrs Inversion Yoga Teacher Training Course 10 Oct 2022 batch
About Anahata Yoga Accredited “100hrs Inverse Yoga Teacher Training Course” Anahata Yoga’s accredited Inversion Yoga Teacher Training is designed with the developmental needs of our students at the centre – learning to understand the physical and mental challenges of the inversion poses and how to appropriately teach these poses safely is fundamental to a yoga teacher’s skill set. The core of our teacher training program is to provide our students with the knowledge and skill to enable them to then teach inversion poses with awareness for the unique anatomy and physiology needs of their students. Also, to skill them with a wide variety of methods and tools to tailor their teaching appropriately and with confidence. Our faculty of teachers who are teaching this inversion teacher training are from the andiappan yoga tradition. They have embedded yoga into their daily lifestyle and understand the importance of teaching the foundation yogic practices in a manner that enables the students to build a strong foundation for a lifelong yoga journey. All of our teachers have substantial experience as yoga teachers and in teaching inversion and inversion-themed classes, workshops, private classes – they all have extensive experience in transforming students’ practices and capabilities, to levels where the students can practice basic to advanced postures with confidence and in a safe manner without fear for risk of injury.
Total hours = 105 HOURS
Please note the teacher training class will start on 10th October 2022 at the time mentioned above, and no bookings are required.
Who we are
Anahata Yoga is a premier yoga centre based in the heart of the Central district. It is best known for offering the most authentic yoga experience available in Hong Kong, with classes led by Indian instructors hailing from different lineages devoted to the practice and study of yoga. As a centre, Anahata Yoga is fully committed to fostering a community of yoga practitioners who are not only equipped with the skills to perform yoga as a daily activity but as well as the knowledge to live out yoga as a lifestyle.About Anahata Yoga Accredited “100hrs Inverse Yoga Teacher Training Course” Anahata Yoga’s accredited Inversion Yoga Teacher Training is designed with the developmental needs of our students at the centre – learning to understand the physical and mental challenges of the inversion poses and how to appropriately teach these poses safely is fundamental to a yoga teacher’s skill set. The core of our teacher training program is to provide our students with the knowledge and skill to enable them to then teach inversion poses with awareness for the unique anatomy and physiology needs of their students. Also, to skill them with a wide variety of methods and tools to tailor their teaching appropriately and with confidence. Our faculty of teachers who are teaching this inversion teacher training are from the andiappan yoga tradition. They have embedded yoga into their daily lifestyle and understand the importance of teaching the foundation yogic practices in a manner that enables the students to build a strong foundation for a lifelong yoga journey. All of our teachers have substantial experience as yoga teachers and in teaching inversion and inversion-themed classes, workshops, private classes – they all have extensive experience in transforming students’ practices and capabilities, to levels where the students can practice basic to advanced postures with confidence and in a safe manner without fear for risk of injury.
Teacher Training Course Breakdown
Classes | Hours |
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Theory/Practical | 12 CLASSES x 3 HOURS = 36 HOURS |
Non-Contact Hours (Practical) *You need to bring your sign-in sheet to get instructors' feedback and signature | 30 HOURS |
Andiappan Yoga Self-Practice Classes (Optional) *strongly recommended, A chance to get to know the teachers and ask them questions about syllabus poses. | 12 CLASSES x 2 HOURS = 24 HOURS |
Assignment / Self-study | 10 HOURS |
YTT Group Practice Class | 2 CLASSES x 2.5 HOURS = 5 HOURS |
Date |
Time |
Teacher Training Classes |
Monday | 9:30 am to 12:30 pm | Teacher Training Theory and Practical |
Wednesday | 9:30 am to 12:30 pm | Teacher Training Theory and Practical |
Friday | 9:30 am to 12:30 pm | Teacher Training Theory and Practical |
Group Practice classes (30hrs) are recommended for the YTT students to keep regular practice before and during the training period and after each class, students can interact with the teachers and ask questions about the practice. The teacher can also write a remark on the YTT attendance sheet and give you guidance on how to improve your yoga practice and teaching skills.
You can start attending these group and andiappan yoga classes from the next date of your enrollment and you have until 4th January 2023 to complete these classes. All ongoing YTT students can book and cancel recommended group classes, Andiappan Yoga Classes, Andiappan Yoga YTT classes 3 days in advance via the Mindbody online booking system app and also via the schedule page in our website. Students may also walk in and wait before the class for peak hour classes.
There are also Andiappan Yoga classes exclusively scheduled for ongoing Yoga Teacher Training students (example: Andiappan Yoga – Back Bending (YTT))
Andiappan Yoga Classes 12 classes 2hrs each (24 hrs): Andiappan Yoga classes as part of the teacher training learning. There are also Andiappan Yoga classes conducted for ongoing YTT students where they get to interact with the teachers and ask questions from the syllabus about their practice and improve on their limitations. This class can bring breakthroughs in your yoga journey and boost confidence to share the knowledge with students.
This class will equip students with the knowledge to develop a sequence for self-practice which they can do at home or while traveling. The ability to put together a sequence to meet one’s goals while taking into consideration one’s limitations will be very important when one starts to teach.
Assesement/ Quiz / Self-study/ Demonstration(12 hrs):
You will be given free access (for the duration of the whole teacher training) to a vast video archive of yoga poses video library where you can practice and fine-tune the techniques explained in the teacher training class during the training program.
You will also have access to self-assessment quizzes which are useful learning tools to become familiar with inversion pose names, anatomy, and physiology elements for inversion poses, and reinforce understanding across all elements of the course curriculum
** Group Practice classes, Andiappan Yoga Classes: can be also attended through online classes. Students can choose to come to the studio or practice at the comfort of their home. Please check our class schedule for exclusive online group and andiappan yoga classes.
Course Syllabus
Theory - Interactive and functional learning method.- Anatomy of Key Muscles of Inversion Poses
- Benefits, Contraindications, Awareness.
- Preparation to Half and Full inversions
- Visualization practice to overcome fear and to develop confidence.
- The practice of full inversions, half inversions, passive inversions, active inversions, supported, and unsupported inversions.
- The practice of Falling with control - Methods and Drills
- The practice of Jump back from inversions - Methods and Drills
- The practice of Neutralising movements and counters poses for each inversion pose.
- Sequencing and theming the inversion class, hands-on assist.
Following is the class breakdown for this 100hrs teacher training course.
- YTT Classes 12 x 3 = 36 hrs
- Group Classes - 30 hrs
- Andiappan Yoga Classes - 12 classes = 24 hrs
- Assesement/ Quiz / Self-study/ Demonstration 12 hrs
Master Yogananth Andiappan
Master Mahesh
Master Raja
Anahata Yoga’s Module Programme
Busy Hong Kong professionals now have the option of undergoing yoga teacher training at their own pace and in their own schedule. Available for the first time in Hong Kong, Anahata Yoga now applies a modular system to all its yoga teacher training programme.Terms and Conditions
- Please read the class booking, cancellation and studio usage policy
- All Students must undergo practical assessment and submit a written assignment in order to complete the course.
- For more details about batch transfer/ missed classes retake/ recommended group and andiappan yoga classes extension, assessment retake and assignment extension and admin fee details please refer to this page.
- Fees, once paid, cannot be refunded or transferred.
- The studio reserves the right to conduct classes online in the event of unforeseen circumstances that prevent us from conducting physical classes at the studio including but not limited to social unrest, natural disasters, government directives or any other events that render the studio unsuitable for the classes to be conducted at the studio.
- The company reserves the right to change the dates of the training without prior notice.
- The fee for the Full day/Sunday and part time teacher training courses may vary.
- Read our package suspension policy here and how to apply online
- Batch transfer fee may be waived if requested within one week of the course fee payment, otherwise batch transfer fee will apply.