Can be taken as a Personal Immersion or
FOUNDATIONAL CERTIFICATION/30 CONTACT HOUR CEUS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE
Immersion dates:
Sat/Sun March 18th and 19th 1:00-6:30pm
Sat/Sun April 1st and 2nd 1:00-6:30pm
Sat/Sun April 15th and 16th 1:00-6:30pm
Yin Yoga's quiet practice has been Machelle's passion and special focus for 18 years, though she has been teaching for 30 years. In 1997, Machelle was introduced to meridian theory through the 200 hours of Shiatsu training she took within her broader massage therapist training. In her own practice and in group classes, she began to teach how yoga asanas stimulate energetic meridian lines through acupressure/tension in the poses. Machelle discovered Yin Yoga in 2004 and immediately recognized it as a powerful tool for physical and emotional self-care through its long, slow approach to connective tissue, fascia and meridians lines. She experienced first hand the joint ease and the somatic shift in her body/psyche energies and has matured with this practice through the years. In 2004 Machelle sought out to study with Paul Grilley, who developed and named this unique approach "Yin Yoga," and she has been a student of Paul’s ever since.
Yin Yoga utilizes muscularly relaxed poses on the floor that are held for longer periods of time (3-5+ minutes typically) in order to safely and systematically stimulate chemical re-generative responses in tissues, particularly of fascia, ligaments, and within joint capsules. Through modest traction and compression, one trains the structural tissues to reduce the process of contracture that shortens tissues and can cause degeneration, adhesions, pain, and decreased range of motion. Yin Yoga's methodical and subtle approach provides lubrication, mobility, and a sense of lightness and well being to the body's structure, energetics, and to the mind.
This training/personal enrichment program is a valuable in-depth exploration for those who wish to deepen their understanding of the Yin Yoga practice for their own self-care, and for teachers/wellness practitioners wishing to incorporate Yin Yoga wisely and safely into their class offerings or recommendations.
Topics of exploration include:
History of Yin Yoga and its influence from Chinese Taoism and traditional Chinese medicine, the Hatha Yoga Pradipika, and the lineage of modern teachers who informed and mentored Paul Grilley and his development of the therapeutic approach that he named "Yin Yoga.”
Joining of an East meets West approach to the body/mind balance
Theory and Practice of Yin Yoga - the science and application of Yin Yoga including:
the function of the “soft skeleton” of fascia/connective tissue
the biomechanics of range of motion, fascia’s roll in movement
how "exercising" structural tissue appropriately, through long held and modest tractions and compressions, fosters a chemical response for tissue health
Physiological and psychological benefits of Yin Yoga
Functional anatomy exploring 10 muscles groups and 14 skeletal joint segments
Comparative anatomy - how normal skeletal variations affect range of motion and principles of individual alignment
Essential repertoire of Yin Yoga poses and transitions
Approaches to modify, adjust, and prop Yin Yoga postures in order to safely create practices for each individual to stimulate desired joint tissue or energy lines
Foundations of Sequencing Yin Yoga
Introduction to science and psychology of meridian theory, the study of the body's energy system as intertwined with fascia, and how the practice of Yin Yoga influences meridians, organ health, and psychological well being. This is expanded upon more in the freestanding 20 hour training, Science and Psychology of Meridian Theory in Yin Yoga
Registered yoga teachers with Yoga Alliance
can earn 30 contact hours of continuing credit hours.
This training is ideal for:
New and experienced yoga teachers who want to expand their teaching knowledge and skills
Yoga students who are interested in deepening their personal practice and exploring the theory and application of Yin Yoga for self-care
Physical therapists, massage therapists, acupuncturists or health care practitioners looking to suggest home practices for their clients
Cost: $600
Includes:
30 Contact Hours
Comprehensive Manual
Access to private facebook group to share yin-sights with your peers
Certificate of Completion
Registered yoga teachers with Yoga Alliance can earn 30 contact hours of continuing credit hours.
Photo by Tad Achey
Machelle Lee, MA, E-RYT 500, CMT, YACEP,
Founder of Roots & River Yoga Studio, Machelle has 30 years of experience as a yoga teacher, massage therapist, and childbirth educator. She holds a Masters Degree in Mythology and Depth Psychology and earn a 300 hour advanced certification in yoga psychology. Machelle is a long time student of Paul Grilley, founder of Yin Yoga and who brought comparative anatomy in yoga asana and considerations of ligament and fascia to the forefront of modern yoga culture.
Machelle leads teacher trainings at her studio and is a guest presenter in YTT 200 and YTT 300 hour programs. She specializes in Functional Anatomy, Yin Yoga Theory and Practice, and the Science and Psychology of Five Element Meridian Theory. She is known for her humor-filled way of transforming complex ideas into accessible information, offering students simple tools to approach their practice and their life with authenticity and meaning-making.
Committed to serving students in a way that best fits their unique abilities and anatomic structure, Machelle combines anatomy, storytelling, archetypes, poetry, neuroscience, psychology, and meridian theory across a variety of yoga styles in a way that is aimed at facilitating a creative and grounded approach to self-development. This approach to the whole person aids one in feeling the bodymind connection both intellectually and somatically.
What People Are Saying
“ In over 20 years of yoga practice and teaching, having worked with many yoga teachers across the country, including several who are nationally recognized, I consider Machelle Lee to be one of the very best. She understands and conveys clearly the physical aspects of yoga, as well as important information from essential allied areas that include a wide range of philosophical, psychological, and historical disciplines. I always leave Machelle’s classes a better yoga practitioner and teacher and, I hope, a better person for the experience. I recommend her kind, attentive, and wise instruction to anyone and everyone—as the students who take class with me, and many people who don’t, will attest. ~ Frank, Yoga Teacher, Olney, MD”
“Having observed and studied with quite a variety of yoga teachers, I would say Machelle Lee stands out in the breadth and depth of her knowledge, the warmth and accessibility with which she teaches, the humor and humility she brings to her teaching, and her deep appreciation of the variety of students’ body types and psychological make-up. She engenders the trust, enthusiasm and loyalty of a very wide range of yoga students and teachers. ~ Stephanie, Yoga Teacher, Silver Spring, MD”
“Thank you so very much for an incredible experience! I found the Yin Yoga training to be full of exciting new knowledge. It has truly changed the way I will cue asanas, it has also changed my own yoga practice. ~ Vee, Yoga Teacher, Frederick, MD”
“It was an enlightening experience to learn how to incorporate Yin Yoga into my teaching practice from Machelle Lee. Her extensive knowledge provides a wealth of relevant and detailed information. The depth and breadth of the program far exceeded my expectations. ~ Jodi, Yoga Teacher, Virgina”
“I have had the privilege of attending many classes, workshops, and teacher trainings skillfully led by Machelle Lee. Her welcoming studio in Brunswick provides a safe container for deep exploration and joyful self-discovery. Machelle takes a personal interest in each of her students and shares her vast wealth of knowledge and experience generously. I leave her offerings with improved skills as a yoga teacher and as a human being. My only complaint is that I am always thirsting for more! ~Nancy, Yoga Teacher, Olney, MD”
Cancelation/Refund Policy - Cancelations 14 days or more before the training will receive a full refund minus $50 administrative fees. Cancelations 7-13 days before the training will receive 1/2 tuition back. Cancelations less than 6 days or less before the training starts will not receive a refund but will be eligible for future use credit. No refunds or studio credits are given for missed days in the training though make up hours can be arranged for up to 5 hours.