Advanced Yoga Asana Program

Advanced Yoga Asana Retreat – 20-Hour YACEP Certified –

Program Overview:

This 20-hour retreat is designed for yoga teachers and advanced practitioners looking to deepen their understanding of alignment, sequencing, and teaching methodology. Participants will refine their asana practice, gain practical teaching skills, and earn 20 Yoga Alliance YACEP contact hours.

Duration:

4–5 days immersive retreat (can be adjusted for schedule)
4–5 hours per day intensive practice + teaching labs + theory

Target Audience:

Yoga teachers seeking professional growth
Advanced practitioners wanting to enhance alignment, sequencing, and teaching confidence

Retreat Curriculum & Content

Day 1 – Foundations of Advanced Asana

Principles of alignment for advanced postures
Anatomy of key muscles, joints, and fascia
Understanding common misalignments and modifications

Day 2 – Sequencing & Class Flow

Structuring intermediate to advanced classes
Transitions, pacing, and energy flow
Designing safe yet challenging sequences for diverse students

Day 3 – Teaching Methodology & Cueing

Verbal cueing for clarity and precision
Hands-on adjustments and modifications
Observation skills and giving effective feedback

Day 4 – Advanced Posture Labs

Mastery of inversions, arm balances, backbends, and complex asanas
Use of props and supports for safety
Refining personal teaching style while guiding others

Day 5 – Integration & Teaching Practice

Teaching mini-sequences to peers
Receiving mentorship and constructive feedback
Closing meditation, alignment review, and retreat reflection

Additional Features

Guided meditations and breathwork integrated with asana
Journaling & reflective exercises for teaching insights
Optional one-on-one mentorship sessions
Group discussions on professional growth, ethics, and Yoga Alliance standards

YACEP Certification

20 Yoga Alliance Continuing Education (YACEP) hours
Certificate issued upon full completion of retreat
Includes attendance, participation in teaching labs, and applied learning

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the retreat, participants will be able to:

Lead advanced yoga classes safely and confidently
Understand anatomy and alignment principles for complex postures
Design creative, challenging, and safe sequences
Improve verbal cueing, observation, and teaching effectiveness
Earn 20 YACEP hours to fulfill continuing education requirements