Up-level your teaching with our 50 Hour Yin Teacher Training
An embodied in person immersion into the methodology, science, and energetics of Yin Yoga
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Everything you need to Teach Yin Yoga
Here's what you'll learn
INSIDE THE TRAINING
Module 1
Energetics of Yin
Learn meridian theory and the relationship of Yin Yoga and Traditional Chinese Medicine led by Yin + TCM specialist Em Cruickshank, you’ll explore:
- The meridian system and organ pathways
- Emotional and seasonal connections
- How Yin postures stimulate energetic flow
- Practical ways to weave TCM into your classes
You’ll move beyond theory into felt understanding.
Module 2
Functional Anatomy for Yin
Learn anatomy that actually applies to real bodies:
- Skeletal variation and why alignment isn’t one-size-fits-all
- Fascia and the science of long holds
- Joint stress vs muscular engagement
- Intelligent adaptations for all students
This is anatomy that makes you a confident, inclusive teacher.
Module 3
The Art of Yin Postures
Refine your understanding of:
- Key Yin postures and their purpose
- Prop use, support, and accessibility
- Finding the edge without force
- Variations and adaptations
You’ll learn how to teach shapes that feel like home in the body.
Module 4
Sequencing & Methodology
Create classes that are intentional, not random:
- Meridian-based sequencing
- Peak pose vs thematic flows
- Building emotional and energetic journeys
- Language that invites, not instructs
- Applying Inner Methods
You’ll leave knowing how to craft classes that stay with your students long after they leave the mat
Module 5
INNER METHODS
Learn how to guide students beyond the physical shape into deep awareness:
- Self-inquiry as a tool for transformation
- Yin postures as a doorway into meditation
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Breath as a bridge between body and mind
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Cultivating stillness, awareness, and inner observation
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Using sensation as an anchor for presence
This is the practice that transforms Yin from passive stretching into a powerful path of meditation and self-discovery.
Meet your teacher
Eliza Giles
Master facilitator with 15+ years of teaching experience and founder or House of Alchemy
Eliza is known for her grounded presence, depth of knowledge, and ability to guide students into profound inner stillness. Her teaching bridges traditional wisdom with modern understanding — creating spaces that are both deeply nourishing and intelligently structured.
You’re not just learning techniques.
You’re learning how to hold transformation.
Meet your teacher
Em Cruickshank
Yin and Traditional Chinese Medicine Specialist
Em is known for her depth of knowledge, grounded presence, and ability to translate ancient wisdom into a felt, accessible experience.
With a background in TCM and a deep reverence for the energetic body, Em guides students beyond the physical shapes of Yin and into the subtle layers of practice ~ where meridians, organs, emotions, and awareness intersect.
Em has a unique way of making complex concepts feel intuitive, helping students not just understand the theory, but experience it within their own body.
Who we're for
This Training is for you if...
Deepen Your Practice -
You want to go beyond the surface and understand the philosophy, anatomy, and energetics of yin yoga.
Become a Teacher -
You feel called to share yin yoga with others and want a recognized certification to teach with confidence.
Continue Learning -
You're already a yoga teacher and want to add yin yoga to your offerings and skillset.
Student Testimonial:
"I’ve come away from the week with a better understanding of the modality and how to start to effectively curate experiences for my students and with a deep curiosity for where the path of yin and meditation intersect." - J.P
Student Testimonial:
"Signing up for this training was one of the best investments I've made recently, and I'm sure I will benefit from these insights for the rest of my life. This really felt like a milestone in my personal development." - Anna
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‘The two teachers demonstrated a profound experiential wisdom and joy that was both infectious and inspiring. I can’t recommend this course enough for anyone interested in Yin and T.C.M., whether as a personal opportunity to sink deeper into your yin side and yogic practice, or to grow more deeply as a yoga facilitator and teacher.
How lucky we are to have teachers as incredible as these two teaching accessibly priced, high quality yoga to communities of interested practitioners and seekers.
