This is a practical, movement-centered workshop designed to help you understand how the spine is built, how it moves, and how to support its health through yoga. We’ll begin with a quick anatomical review, the key joint actions that shape our movement, and the structure of the cervical, thoracic, lumbar, and pelvic regions, before diving into the four primary spinal movements: flexion, extension, lateral flexion, and rotation. From there, you’ll explore how facet joints and spinal discs work together to create both stability and mobility, why movement is essential for disc health, and how different regions of the spine are designed for different types of motion. A major focus of this module is axial extension: the art of lengthening the spine along its central axis to integrate the curves, strengthen the postural muscles, and create space for all movement. Lastly, the workshop will explore rotational movement in yoga and how each segment of the spine has a different relationship with rotational movement which impacts how you move in your postures.
Throughout the session, you’ll get hands-on opportunities to sense, feel, and map these concepts in your own body. You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of how the spine functions and how to teach and practice spinal movements with thoughtfulness.
This workshop is part of our 200-Hour Teacher Training and is designed for yoga teachers or anyone who is interested in expanding their yoga knowledge and skillset.
Price: $60, or $350 for all 7 sessions
Sunday, January 18th, 10 am - 12 pm: Bones, Joints, and Muscles
Sunday, February 1st, 10 am - 12 pm: The Spine – Axial and Rotational Movement
Sunday, February 22nd, 10 am - 12 pm: The Respiratory System
Sunday, March 15th, 10 am - 12 pm: The Nervous System and Fascia
Sunday, March 29th, 10 am - 12 pm: The Spine – Flexion and Extension
Sunday, April 19th, 10 am - 12 pm: The Shoulder
Sunday, May 17th, 10 am - 12 pm: The Hip
Location: The Performance Garage, 1515 Brandywine St.
48 Hour Cancellation Policy: Please cancel 48 hours ahead of the scheduled workshop time so that someone else can take your spot. Credit for the value of the workshop will be issued back to your account. If you cancel within the 48 hour window, a refund will not be issued.
Have questions? Email us at team@yogahabit.com.