Anatomy

for Yoga Teachers

Gain confidence

by understanding the

relationship between yoga and the body!

Foundations in Yoga Anatomy: 1

Laura Goellner Yoga Anatomy Teacher

Anatomy...that is Useful!

Learning Anatomy is something most yoga teachers struggle with. This topic is often thought of as dry and boring so many Training programs skim over this module.

Yoga teachers are left feeling confused and lacking confidence in their understanding of the body. They may have memorized the names of a few muscles but they are not sure of what to do with that.

I am here to show you that anatomy can be FASCINATING and it will elevate the way you teach yoga to another level! It is all about focusing on the application - How does what we learn impact the way you teach yoga?

Many Yoga Teacher Certification programs do not do an in-depth dive into anatomy. This 3 part series allows you to fill in the gaps and see the BIG picture of Yoga + Anatomy.

If you are planning on attending YTT this is a great start at becoming an Anatomy Informed Yoga Teacher.

If you are already a Yoga Teacher but feel like you need a more comprehensive Anatomy Module...you are in the right place

Foundations In Yoga Anatomy

Foundations in Yoga Anatomy:

This course series is designed for yoga teachers or serious yoga students that want an in-depth look at how the practice of yoga interacts with the body.

Part 1: The language of Movement + Skeletal System

Part 2: Muscle Physiology & Function

Part 3: Muscles of the Upper Extremity...Coming SOON!

Part 4: Muscles of the Lower Extremity...Coming Soon!

Part 5: Muscles of the Core, and Spine...Coming Soon!

Foundations in Yoga Anatomy 1

Foundations in Yoga Anatomy: 2

The "Anatomy of Yoga" Teacher Training Module

The Anatomy of Yoga is a 3 part course series that was recorded live via Zoom. The 3 courses contain all the material that I cover in the Anatomy and Physiology module in a 200-hour Yoga Alliance Yoga Teacher Training.

Part 1: Why Yoga Teachers need Anatomy Training, Overview of the 12 major body systems, The Language of Anatomy & Movement, The 3 Planes of Movement, The Skeletal System and Bones, Structure & Function of Soft Tissue, Movement Physiology: Stretching & Strengthening, Range of Motion, Biotensegrity, Upper Extremity Joints & Muscles, Lower Extremity Joints and Muscles, Trunk, Spine and Core

Part 2: The Nervous System, The Vagas Nerve, The Stress & Relaxation Response, Intro to Polyvagal Theory, The Sensory Organs, The Respiratory System & Breathing, The Digestive System, The Vascular System & Lymphatic System, The Immune System, The Urinary & Endocrine System, Preventing Yoga Injuries

Part 3: Writing Anatomy Informed Yoga Lesson Plans Based on the Body Systems: In this course we look at the information learned in part 1 & 2 with a focus on direct application on the mat. This includes specific practice elements that interact with each body system and how to write a lesson plan that incorporates those elements. This is a game-changer for Yoga Teachers!