the Wisdom Method

120 hour Restorative, Yin, + Yoga Nidra

Teacher Training Program

Level 1: 40 hours, Level II: 80 hours

Learn how to teach Restorative Yoga, Yoga Nidra, and Yin Yoga safely in this 120-hour training. A certificate of completion will be issued for each module and can be used toward continuing education with Yoga Alliance for RYT200s and RYT500s. The full training comprises the scope of Yin Yoga therapy {100 hours} and Restorative Yoga therapeutics while providing you with an excellent foundation for teaching Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga, and Yoga Nidra.

*This is a required module in the 700-hr Wisdom Method Therapeutics training.

Level 1 Requirements: 40 contact hours

 Level II Requirement: 80 contact hours

{Abstract}

In the Wisdom Method 120 hour Restorative, Yin, + Yoga Nidra Teacher Training you will learn how to safely teach the deeply relaxing forms of Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga, and Yoga Nidra.  

The training is divided into two levels. Level I :: Restorative, Yoga Nidra, + Yin Yoga Basics {the first 40 hours} is appropriate for yoga teachers and practitioners wishing to deepen their understanding of Restorative and Yin yoga –including the advantages of and stylistic differences between–while learning the fundamentals of Yoga Nidra. You will learn how to teach a safe Restorative class and how to lead Yoga Nidra. You will also learn how to teach a beginner’s basic Yin class.

Level II :: Yin Yoga Therapy {80 hours} is for those wishing to use Yin yoga therapeutically and dives deeper into sequences for each major meridian pair, therapeutic applications of each sequence, and using mindfulness within the practice to enrich the experience. The foundations of a mindfulness practice –as well as the three major branches of Buddhist meditation –are taught in each of these modules. Because of the therapeutic nature of this level, it is recommended for yoga teachers and yoga therapists.

The Restorative portion is informed by Kellie’s own 750-hour training in restorative, Iyengar-style therapeutics and the Bihar School Yoga Nidra techniques. The Yin portion is informed by Kellie’s continuing studies with the Insight Yoga Institute’s Yin teachers Sarah Powers and Ty Powers and her unique blend of Ayurveda, mindfulness, and yin yoga.

Anatomy, physiology, contraindications, benefits, subtle energetics, therapeutic application, philosophy, teaching methodology, and teaching techniques/practice are included in each weekend intensive. 

The full training is required for the Wisdom Method 700-hour Therapeutics, Level I training. Graduates of the WM 700-hour Therapeutics training may register with the Yoga Alliance at the 500-hour level. 

{Training Modules}

Level I :: Restorative, Yoga Nidra, + Yin Basics :: 40 hours

Theory + Practice of Restorative Yoga + Yoga Nidra

Theory + Practice: Yin Yoga :: Kidney + Urinary Bladder Sequence :: Fundamentals of Yin, Mindfulness + the Water Element

Level II :: Yin Yoga Therapy :: 80 hours

Therapeutic applications of the Liver + Gallbladder Sequence

Therapeutic applications of the Heart + Small Intestine Sequence

Therapeutic applications of the Spleen + Small Intestine Sequence

Therapeutic applications of the Lungs + Large Intestine Sequence

{Upcoming Dates}

Level II @ the OMstead

{Kellie’s retreat training center. 1 hour from Orlando + Tampa in Central Florida. Limited sleeping accommodations + airport pick-up by request}

February 9-10, Yin 2 :: Liver, Gallbladder + the Wood Element

March 23-24, Yin 3 :: Heart, Small Intestine + the Fire Element

April 27-28, Yin 4 :: Spleen, Stomach + the Earth Element

June 22-23, Yin 5 :: Lungs, Large Intestine + the Metal Element

Level I + II :: Virginia, April-May 2013

April 11-14, 2013 {Level I, Restorative, Nidra, + Yin Basics} and May 2-5 + May 30-June 2 {Level II, Yin Therapeutics}, Thur-Sun each

{Program Outcomes}

The Wisdom Method Restorative, Yin, + Yoga Nidra teacher training teaches instructors the sequencing principles, methodological foundations, therapeutic applications, and contraindications/benefits of Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga, and Yoga Nidra. Outcome measures & competencies include, but are not limited to

*learning to teach a well-sequenced Yin and/or Restorative class

*learning to guide Yoga Nidra

*Meridian theory and the Taoist foundations of Yin Yoga

*methodological foundations of Restorative Yoga

*mantras + meditations for teaching Yin and Restorative yoga

*meditation training and the philosophy of Yoga Nidra

*an understanding of the anatomy and physiology of Yin and Restorative yoga

*differentiating between Yin and Restorative yoga and knowing when to use which

*prop usage

*sequencing Yin yoga + using the meridian sequences therapeutically

*sequencing Restorative yoga + using sequences therapeutically

*contraindications and special concerns

*essential anatomy + physiology

{Course Fees}

Level I ONLY:

Full Payment: $800 if paid in full by 90 days before training; $900 thereafter

Payment plan: $950, Deposit, $200 + 2 payments of $375

Payment plan schedule: Deposit due with application, additional payments due 1 month prior to training

Per weekend: $990 {$495 per 20-hr module}

Full Training:

Full Payment, 2013 inaugural rates: $2250, if paid in full by 90 days prior to training; $2350 thereafter

2014 rates: $2400, if paid in full by 90 days prior to training; $2600 thereafter

Payment Plan: $2850, Deposit, $425+ 5 payments of $485

Payment Plan schedule: Deposit due with application, additional payments 1 month prior to training

Per weekend: $2970 {$495 per 20-hr module}

{Cancellation Policy}

Refunds are not given for trainings UNLESS the training is cancelled; however, we understand that life presents us with unexpected challenges. In the event of emergency, please contact Kellie directly:: kellie {at} kellieadkins {dot} com. We evaluate every situation on a case-by-case basis.  

{Graduation requirements}

Full attendance and participation at all weekend intensives

Demonstration of ability to safely teach a Yin yoga class

Demonstration of ability to safely teach a Restorative yoga class

Demonstration of ability to lead Yoga Nidra

{Required Reading}

Insight Yoga, Sarah Powers

Yin Yoga, Paul Grilley

The Complete Guide to  Yin Yoga, Bernie   Clark and Sarah Powers

Restore and Renew, Judith Hansen Lasater

 Yoga Nidra, Swami Satyananda   Saraswati

{Recommended Reading}

The Anatomy Coloring   Book, Wynn Kapit 

Yogabody, Judith Hanson Lasater

Theories of the   Chakras: Bridge to Higher Consciousness, Hiroshi Motoyama

Yoga Nidra: a   Meditative Practice for Deep Relaxation and Healing, Richard Miller

Anatomy Trains, Thomas Myers

{Required Props}

2 small bolsters

2 large bolsters {round or oblong}

4 firm blankets

2 8-10 ft. straps

1 meditation cushion {zafu}

1-2 eye pillows

2 firm blocks

{Optional props}

2 small pillows {12 in. x 16 in. pillow forms from craft supply stores are perfect}

Journal

Colored pencils

Sandbags