Teacher Training

with Instructor Suzanna Spring

E-RYT500, YACEP

Feb 4/5, 11/12, 25/26

Mar 11/12, 25/26

Apr 1/2

In this updated 65-hour Yin Yoga immersion/certification, explore the origins and concepts of Yin: a practice that targets joints, fascia and connective tissues to stimulate the flow of Qi in the body, to improve flexibility, to maintain healthy joints, and to learn mindfulness. This new program also includes experiential anatomy, breath work, and meditation practice in a space where time slows, and we can explore a deeper sense of ourselves.

We’ll discuss foundations of the Traditional Chinese Medicine Five Elements system, the organ pairs and their emotional qualities, the meridians, the subtle body, intelligent sequencing and best use of props to support students’ needs. Deepen your understanding of a practice steeped in the traditions of eastern wellness practices, and the Yin qualities of stillness, receptivity, and acceptance.

This program provides a certification from Dragonfly Yoga and Wellness for the teaching of Yin yoga. Teachers who have a 200-hour yoga teaching certification from a Yoga Alliance-registered 200-hour teacher training program are also eligible to include this training as 65 hours of CE (Continuing Education) to satisfy their YA continuing education requirements.
Requirements to receive a Certificate of Completion:
* Complete all reading and homework assignments
* Complete the required contact hours
* Complete four Dragonfly Yoga + Wellness public Yin Yoga classes with Suzanna (observe two classes, and attend two classes as a student): Wednesday 5PM and/or Friday 5PM. These classes are included in the training and are not an additional cost.

Required Reading:
The Complete Guide to Yin Yoga, Second Edition (pub. 2019) by Bernie Clarke

Suggested Reading/Additional Resources
The Web That Has No Weaver: Understanding Chinese Medicine, by Ted Kaptchuk
Yin Yoga & Meditation, by Sagel Urlacher

Early Registration Discount:
$1150 in full before December 1st ($1250 in full after Dec. 1st)

Payment plans available:
3 monthly payments of $435
6 monthly payments of $225

Suzanna Spring, E-RYT500, YACEP
Owner of Dragonfly Yoga + Wellness, Suzanna has studied both Iyengar and Ashtanga yoga traditions and holds a certification in Prana Vinyasa yoga from Shiva Rea’s Samudra School, as well as training in Neelakantha Meditation and certification for Yin yoga. She has taught at many yoga studios in the East Bay; and has taught military veterans in the Polytrauma Unit of VA-PAHCS and in the Veterans Center at Las Positas College. Suzanna is Co-Director and teacher trainer for Dragonfly Yoga Teacher Training Programs. You’ll discover a devotional, meditative, breath-centered practice in her Yin classes. Suzanna is a skilled meditation instructor, and leads yoga retreats nationally and internationally.