Yin Yoga Teacher Training & Certification
Coming 2026 – Join the Interest List
Slow down. Go deeper. Learn the art and science of Yin Yoga through an immersive, heart-centered training designed to transform both your personal practice and your teaching.
This 20–25 hour weekend certification gives you a comprehensive foundation in Yin Yoga, including anatomy, sequencing, energetic theory, cueing, hands-off assists, and the meditative stillness that defines Yin.
This training is open to:
• Yoga teachers
• Healing arts practitioners
• Fitness professionals
• Dedicated students wanting personal depth
This program counts toward Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Credit (YACEP).
What You'll Learn
Yin Foundations
• History & philosophy of Yin Yoga
• Taoism + Yin/Yang theory
• Why stillness is healing
• The Three Principles of Yin
Anatomy for Yin Yoga
• Functional vs. aesthetic yoga
• Fascia theory & connective tissue health
• Skeletal variations & safe range of motion
• Tension vs. compression
• Nervous system down-regulation
Pose Study & Target Areas
• Breakdown of major Yin postures
• Hips, spine, shoulders, and whole-body releases
• Props, modifications, and accessibility
• Regressions for beginners
• Progressions for deeper practitioners
Sequencing & Class Structure
• Target-area sequencing
• Meridian-based sequencing
• Theme-based classes (elements, emotions, seasons)
• Creating balanced Yin practices
Teaching Skills
• Yin-specific cueing
• Safety + contraindications
• Trauma-informed language
• Holding space and energetic awareness
• Hands-off adjustments
Practicum
• Students teach a 20 minute Yin segment
• Receive feedback + mentorship
Hours & Format
Total Hours: 20 (weekend format)
Schedule: Coming 2026
Location: To be announced in Albuquerque, NM
Certification: Yin Yoga Teacher Certification + Yoga Alliance CEUs
