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A Yoga Synergy Online Course
Anatomy & Physiology of Yoga
Enhance your yoga practice, improve your yoga teaching. A must-do course for anyone interested in yoga!
Learn to avoid injury in your practice or that of your students
Become proficient in your knowledge of the anatomy of the body
Understand the effects of exercise on all the systems of the body
Expert Instructors - Highly Acclaimed
Gain CEP Points - Study over 13 or 26 weeks
About the course
Anatomy & Physiology of Yoga Online provides yoga teachers and students with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand the basic workings of the body while practicing asanas (static postures), vinyasas (dynamic exercises) and pranayamas (breathing exercises) of Hatha yoga.
Learn how to safely increase strength and flexibility whilst minimising the risks of injury due to unsafe practice.
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$587
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from the Applied Anatomy & Physiology of Yoga Online Course
40 mins - Introduction to the functional anatomy and physiology of the nervous system
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Featuring detailed annotated illustrations
Weekly Topics You Will Cover
WEEK 1:
Introduction to the applied anatomy and physiology of yoga
Topic 1.1: The purpose of yoga
Topic 1.2: Introduction to functional musculoskeletal anatomy
Includes how to simplify 250 joints of the body to 9 joint complexes and how to simplify 650 muscles to 20 muscle group pairs.
Topic 1.3: Introduction to the functional anatomy and physiology of the nervous system
Includes how to use your nerves to develop length, strength and relaxation in your muscles without stress, strain or pain.
Topic 1.4: Stretching, strengthening and relaxation and the relationship between them
Includes how to create 18 bandhas throughout the body that can stabilise your joints and move energy and information. through your body
Week 2: Applied functional anatomy of the upper limb (A)
Topic 2.1: Applied functional anatomy of the shoulder joint complex (Amsa Bandha)
Includes how to use your shoulder during yoga and exercise to develop core strength as well as nourish your trunk, neck, heart and lungs.
Week 3: Applied functional anatomy of the upper limb (B)
Topic 3.1: Applied functional anatomy of the elbow joint complex (Kurpara Bandha)
Includes how to control and strengthen your your elbows during yoga and exercise and use them to stabilise and strengthen your wrists and shoulders.
Topic 3.2: Applied functional anatomy of the wrist joint complex (Mani Bandha)
Includes how to strengthen your arms during yoga and exercise and use them to manipulate your spine.
Week 4: Applied functional anatomy of the lower limb (A)
Topic 4.1: Applied functional anatomy of the hip joint complex (Kati Bandha)
Includes how to use your hips during yoga and exercise to develop core strength as well as nourish your trunk, digestive organs and reproductive system.
Ebook Included
When you enrol in the Applied Anatomy and Physiology of Yoga Online Course you will be able to download your copy of our Text book straight away.
Or, purchase the hard cover version at a special price discounted for students.
Why study with us?
Yoga Synergy offers the most comprehensive Yoga Education and Training in Australia. We provide the support and flexibility you need to learn.
Flexibility
Not just in body and mind - study anywhere, anytime. All of our courses are accessible 24/7 on your PC, Mac, smartphone or tablet.
Community
Connect with other students and share your progress. Each course offers a vibrant community to engage with.
Experience
Simon Borg-Olivier and Bianca Machliss are experienced yoga practitioners and physiotherapists and have been training teachers for over 20 years.
Support
Our excellent support team is here to help you get the most out of your studies. Contact us whenever you have a question.
Highly Qualified teachers
The course is explained simply and practically by experienced yoga teachers and physiotherapists, Simon Borg-Olivier and Bianca Machliss.
Certification
Study at your own pace. Receive a certificate of successful completion
Earn CEP
This course is a minimum 24 hours online and worth 24 Continuing Education Points (CEP) credited with Yoga Alliance, 12 CEP with Yoga Australia.
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How our Pricing Works
Basically we offer discounts to those who study a second and third course with us. All our courses can be done over 12 weeks (3 months) or 26 weeks (6 months) period, price adjusted accordingly. This is our recommended progression of study, but of course you can choose whatever order you like:
Course 1
We highly recommend you start with 'Advanced Yoga Fundamentals: Essentials for Teaching Yoga'
12 week (3 month) course $587 26 week (6 month) course $647
Course 2
Course 3
Complete the trio with Yoga Therapy: Therapeutic Applications of Posture, Movement and Breathing.
12 week (3 month) course and 26 week (6 month) course both $387
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More About the Teachers
- Bianca Machliss BSc BAppSc (Physiotherapy) is a co-founder and owner of Yoga Synergy and has over 27 years experience teaching yoga, managing a studio and creating a community. She is a registered physiotherapist, research scientist and ACHPER graduate. Read more about Bianca
- Simon Borg-Olivier MSc BAppSc (Physiotherapy) is a co-founder and owner of Yoga Synergy. Simon has been teaching yoga since 1982. He is a registered physiotherapist, research scientist and a university lecturer. He teaches classes and workshops in Australia and around the world. Read more about Simon
About our Other Online Courses
Advanced Yoga
Fundamentals: 'Essentials for teaching Yoga'
Course One
Blending the science of physiotherapy and traditional yoga, you will gain an in-depth knowledge of yoga postures and pranayama which will deepen both your yoga practice and your teaching.
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Yoga Therapy: Therapeutic Applications of Posture, Movement and Breathing
Course Three
This thirteen week online course will ground you in the principles and practice of basic physical (physio) therapy and yoga therapy and how to prevent and approach many of the most common injuries.
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