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Yoga posture of the week Malasana - Garland Pose to become a yoga instructor

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  During this time of confinement, we would like to introduce a weekly posture to allow you to practice safely and efficiently in the comfort of your home. Whether you want to become a yoga instructor , or simply want to improve your own practice, you will find these tips helpful to improve your knowledge and practice. Malasana - Garland Pose Traveling through Asia, it is very common to see people crouched in a squat position in their everyday activities. This tradition has incredible benefits for the body. However, in western culture, we rarely see someone in a full squat because of our habit of sitting on chairs. (desk, car, couch, ect.) This causes loss of suppleness and strength in the legs and flexibility in the ankles and hips. As part of our 200hour yoga teacher training , we explain how necessary it is to bring the body back to a “traditional body”, rather than the limiting “modern body” where we often use the same muscle groups and consequently lose range of movement and

5 reasons to do an online yoga teacher training

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As we are facing this worldwide pandemic, we all need to adapt to a new way of living. The regulations and restrictions can sometimes feel very limiting, which is why it is so important to find a space where we can feel safe and calm. Yoga has become ever more necessary during these difficult times, which is why we must yoga teacher training continue to share it with the world.   We can all agree that nothing beats the real thing, but as we face this worldwide pandemic, doing a 200h yoga teacher training online is the way to go and here is why: Safety and security The main concern for everyone right now is to stay safe. In most parts of the world all yoga schools and studios are closed and social distanciation and wearing masks make it challenging for the few that remain open. It is safe to say that the comfort of your home is definitely, the best place to be.   S afety and security on the mat is of the utmost importance. A 200h yoga teacher training online will allow you t

3 Reasons to do a Yoga Teacher Training abroad

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  When it’s   time to decide where you will do a Yoga Teacher Training , not only do you need to choose the right school, but also where in the world you decide to live this experience. Sure finding a school in your current city might be more convenient for many reasons, but nothing beats the experience of doing your Yoga Instructor Certification abroad and here is why: Get out of your comfort zone Not only will you discover a new country and culture, but travelling will also allow you to discover yourself out of your everyday routine. Create time for yourself to be and do what you love. Experience that thrilling feeling of newness as you embark on this journey to discovering yourself.   Immersive experience: Whether you are a beginner or have been practicing for a long time, a Yoga Teacher training is always a learning experience. Committing to a 23 days all inclusive training will allow you to submerge yourself completely into your journey. You will be guided everyda

Ūrdhva mukha śvānāsana - Upward Facing Dog 200h Yoga Teacher Training

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Our mission as a  200h Yoga Teacher Training  is to educate our students to help them understand their own practice in order to share it with others. Ūrdhva Mukha śvānāsana  – Upward Facing Dog Upward Facing Dog is one of the poses from the Sun Salutation sequence. Although this pose is considered advanced, it is often neglected since it is only held a breath or two in a typical flowing practice. Despite its many benefits, this pose can cause pain and injuries if practiced incorrectly. This is why we find it important to break it down here so you can practice safely and efficiently. Whether your goal is to  become a yoga instructor  or simply to improve your own practice, you will find these tips helpful to improve your knowledge and practice. Indications: Begin by lying face-down on the mat with the hands alongside the body, next to the lower ribs with fingers pointing to the top of the mat. As you inhale, press through the hands firmly into the floor. Straighten the arms, lifting the

Weekly Yoga Posture 200 hour yoga teacher training

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  Virabhadrasana II - Warrior II Here is an overview of one of our favorite asana Virabhadrasana II - Warrior II that we cover in our 200 hour yoga teacher training . This week we are focusing on a grounding asana that is named after the Hindu mythological fierce warrior, Virabhadra, an incarnation of the god Shiva On a physical level, Warrior II represents the attention and strength required for battle. As you practice Virabhadrasana II, focus on your inner warrior and let yourself   transform not only physically, but most importantly, emotionally and mentally Over time, as we strengthen our bodies and our minds, we learn how to face and defeat all our challenges on and off the mat. Asanas take up a large part of our curriculum during our yoga teacher training in Bali . In these classes, we break down a wide range of postures in what we call; Asana clinics. Indications: 1.     Begin in Tadasana (Mountain Pose) and step your feet about 3 to 4 feet apart. 2.     Tu

Weekly Yoga Posture 200 hour yoga teacher training

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  Virabhadrasana II - Warrior II Here is an overview of one of our favorite asana Virabhadrasana II - Warrior II that we cover in our 200 hour yoga teacher training . This week we are focusing on a grounding asana that is named after the Hindu mythological fierce warrior, Virabhadra, an incarnation of the god Shiva On a physical level, Warrior II represents the attention and strength required for battle. As you practice Virabhadrasana II, focus on your inner warrior and let yourself  transform not only physically, but most importantly, emotionally and mentally Over time, as we strengthen our bodies and our minds, we learn how to face and defeat all our challenges on and off the mat. Asanas take up a large part of our curriculum during our yoga teacher training in Bali . In these classes, we break down a wide range of postures in what we call; Asana clinics. Indications: 1.       Begin in Tadasana (Mountain Pose) and step your feet about 3 to 4 feet apart. 2.       Tu