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YIN-YOGA TEACHER TRAINING 2016 with Sebastian and Murielle


Message from Sebastian & Murielle

We are both feeling very blessed to come for the second time and offer our teaching to Japanese Yogis especially in beautiful Kyoto.
Myoshiji Temple is such a conducive and auspicious place for the practice of Yin Yoga.
We also found Japanese practitioners naturally resonating with the introspective and quiet practice of Yin Yoga due to their perceptive nature.
This is a really special event, come and join us to be a part of this inner journey and heartfelt experience.

Namaste
Sebastian & Murielle

Website: http://with-yinyoga.com/



Contents
Yin Yoga practice has transformative effects on body and mind. The gentle but consistent stimulation of the connective tissues encourages long-term health and flexibility of the joints, recharges the energetic system of the body and naturally draws the mind inward into a relaxed, meditative state. It also prepares the body and mind for longer meditation practices.

This Yin Yoga Teacher Training is overlapping Yogic,Taoist and Buddhist concepts to contemplate and interpret the essential message of those different traditions. From the gross to the subtle we believe in cultivating an awareness of all the different aspects of the individual, combining body/mind perception as a practice to positively influence, modify, and transform one’s health and consciousness.


Practice
Practice the 20 main Yin-Yoga poses
(And familiarize yourself with the variations)

Learn the 17 transitions poses 
(Create session moving from Yin to Yang practice)
Discover and share the practice of Assisted Yin
(A practice for the very stiff body or for those with injuries)
Cultivation of breath body
(Leading toward a tranquil mind.)

Anatomy
Looking at the 14 Skeletal segments of the body 
(Understand the uniqueness of the human body)
Use the Leg/Torso Myofascial mandalas
(Developping a functional approach of Yoga)
Understand Tension Vs Compression & Skeletal Variation
(Limitation of all Asanas)
Study the benefits of the Yin-Yoga Practice
(Anatomical & energetic benefits and how it can improve your health)
Appreciate the role of the connective tissues in relation to Yoga practice
(Theory of exercise and the modern meridian theory)

Teaching Methodology
Knowledge and understanding of the Yin-Yoga approach
(Learn the difference between a Yin “Passive” and Yang “Dynamic” style of Yoga
How to communicate effectively the value of Yin-Yoga
(Teaching methodology / Function & Aesthetic )
Acquire the skill of sequencing Yin-Yoga
(Design class from an anatomical point of view)
Use the 9 Levels of Awareness
(To influence your practice and guide your teaching)

Philosophy
The learning prescription 
(Shravana, Manana, Nididhyasa or Yoga Citta Vritti Nirodha)
The Tattvas of the Yin Practice
(The principles and qualities of the practice)
Clarify and define the path of Yoga
(As a Psycho-Spiritual system)


Requirements for participants
-Teachers / dedicated practitioners with at least 2 years of yoga experience. 
(Less experience but motivated, please contact us)
-Prior experience in Yin yoga is not required but you need a keen interest in the following subject of Anatomy, Qi Theory, Philosophy and Meditation.
- You do not have to wish to become a Yoga teacher to follow this training but a sprit to learn and dedication to deepen your practice are required.


Tentative schedules
22 – 29 March 2016 (7 nights / 8 days) 

-1st day
9:30 Check-in
10:00-12:30 Morning class
12:30 Lunch
14:00-18:30 Afternoon class
19:00 Dinner

-2nd to 7th day
7:00-7:30 Meditation 
7:30 Breakfast
9:00-12:30 Morning class
12:30 Lunch
14:30-18:00 Afternoon class
18:30 Dinner

-Last day 
7:00-7:30 Meditation
7:30 Breakfast
8:30-12:30 Morning class
12:30 Lunch
14:00-17:00 Afternoon class


Place & Accommodation
Name of the temple: Myoshinji Daishinin
Address: 57 Hanazono Myoshinji-cho, Ukyo-kuKyoto 616-8035Kyoto Prefecture
TEL: 075-461-5714 (from abroad +81 75 461 5714)
More details, Click here

Basically room is shared for 5 people



Access

Airport
Most flights toward Japan arrive Narita Airport (near Tokyo, NRT) and some flights arrive Kansai international airport (Osaka, KIX). KIX is the nearest airport to the venue.

There are direct shuttle buses from KIX to Kyoto station (duration 100 mins). 

Kyoto station to Hanazono station
Hanazono station (JR) is the nearest station to the venue. Take Local train of Sagano line (for Sonobe) from Kyoto station to Hanazono station. Train ticket is 200 JPY and duration is 11 minutes. It is 10 minutes walk from Hanazono station to the temple.

Staying in Kyoto
If you stay on the day before, hotels near Kyoto station are convenient. And also it is available to extend staying after 29th Mar at the temple. Please ask staff about reservation in advance.

Price
213,000 JPY
Inclusive of:
- 7-night accommodation, taxes and service charges
- Breakfast & dinner (from first day dinner to last day's breakfast)
- All yoga fees

〈Participation without staying〉
158,000 JPY
Inclusive of service charge for venue

You need to transfer funds into our Japanese bank account.
After you have registered, bank account detail will be provided by email.

Cancel policy
until 21 Mar 2016  : 80,000 JPY
22 Mar 2016 : 100 %

*Bank transfer fee will be deducted at your expense.



Belongings
-Yoga mat
-Yoga wear
-Warm jacket(fleece, down and so on)
-One yoga block
-Blanket (using when lying down, or when sitting as lap robe)
-Toiletries
-Shampoo, conditioner & body soap (also available at temple)
-Towels
-Sleepwear
-Inner cloths
-Tools of writing
-Any requirements to stay


*For laundry, there is a laundromat near the temple. Please bring laundry net as you need.

*Useful items
-Hair drier (also available at temple) 
-Snacks, sweets, teas as needed (
hot water is available at the temple)
-Medicines -Earplugs (to sleep well)


Food
Semi-shojin dish (kind of vegetarian dish prepared for Buddhist monks, containing neither fish nor meat) will be served at the temple. It is almost vegetarian but sometimes contain eggs and fish soup. It is possible to arrange for vegan except condiments, if you have any specific request (vegan etc,) please let staff know in advance. 
Please buy / eat out for lunch by your own.


Contact
Keisuke Sakakibara (Nun)
TEL: 09055658756
MAIL: yinyoga2016@gmail.com


Register and inquiry
Please enter from following page.


Teachers

Murielle Burellier
Murielle’s yoga journey began in London early 90’s when she discovered a old yoga book in a second hand shop. It ignited a deep interest for this practice that led to attending regular classes over the years experimenting with different styles like Hatha, Iyengar and Prana Flow, she certified as a Yoga Teacher in 2004 at International Sivananda Vedanta Yoga Ashram.

She first came across Yin Yoga in London following some teaching of Sarah Powers in 2006 then a training  with Victor Chng in 2009 and until now with Paul and Suzee Grilley (Founder of Yin Yoga) in Singapore, Kho Samui and California deepening her understanding and practice in this form of yoga, she still develop and expand her knowledge on the spiritual path with her natural and discerning intuition. Murielle continue to experiment Yin-Yoga on a daily basis to grasp and realize the value of the practice on the 3 different dimension of her being (physical, energetic and mental…)

She is naturally drawn to a meditative and contemplative approach, after studying Vajrayana  “The Diamond Way” for over 5 years in London, Murielle feel innately connected to the Buddha teaching rather than any particular school, adopting the practice of Yin Yoga to implement her aspiration and research on the spiritual path. Her approach is gentle and compassionate focusing on the breath, letting go and letting be, which encompass so well the essence of the Yin-Yoga practice.

She has also studied Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga with Pujiastuti Sindhu and offers a safe class environment to bring a sense of well being and connection during this important transition time of childbearing.

Presently based in South-East Asia Murielle has been teaching for the past years in different Yoga venue to students from all walks of life and assist Sebastian in all the different Yoga events.


Sebastian Pucelle 

Studying Yoga internationally in Europe and Asia since 1995, his personal journey through Yoga started with Ashtanga, Hatha and Yin-Yoga

For more than 25 years, Sebastian has practiced Martial Art, Shiatsu, Yoga and Meditation, refining and stabilizing his research to the study of Yin-Yoga as a foundation, to sustain and promote a holistic life-style while cultivating and developing a tranquil mind. Combining western anatomy and meridians theory approach, the practice of Yin Yoga come to be a potent healing, and psycho-spiritual system.

Discovering Yin Yoga in London with Sarah Powers in 2006 at Triyoga Studio, Sebastian was inspired to integrate a more contemplative/meditative mind in his Yoga Practice, in 2009 he came across the training and engaging work of Victor Chng, consolidating his interest in the  learning of the quiet practice. Since 2011  Sebastian continue his study under the prominent expertise and fun-loving teaching of Paul & Suzee Grilley (Founder of Yin-Yoga) assisting them in her last training in Thailand (February 2014).

With extensive trainings in yogic disciplines and interest in Eastern philosophy, Sebastian’s teaching blends both Yin & Yang sequence with guided breath-work and meditation to create sessions that range from intense and vigorous to relaxing and deeply meditative.

Sebastian’s teaching is enhanced by 8 years of experience as a body therapist (Qualified Shiatsu Practitioner), and 10 years training in Martial art holding a black Belt 2nd Dan in Taido (Japanese Martial art).

Another major influence is until now the study of Buddhism, he has also sat a number of Meditation retreats in Asia ,Europe and U.S. His main enthusiasm since 2002 is the practice of Vipassana (Goenka Style) and Samatha Meditation (Ayya Khema & Pak Auk Sayadaw Method) or concentration meditation & purification of the mind. In concentration practice, we return our awareness to one object of meditation to the exclusion of everything else, thereby collecting and unifying the mind stream, Samatha practice is often referred to as “purification of mind”  which can possibly lead you to experience Jhanas or (Meditative absorption).

His Yin-Yoga Workshops  include “Yin-Yoga  the Foundation” , ”Yin-Yoga the Meridians Series”, “The Tao of Yoga”, “Yin-Yoga the Art of Sequencing” and  “Yin Yoga & Meditation” also offer 50 hours & 100 hours “Yin Yoga Teacher Training” modules.
Sebastian’s devotion for yoga is infectious, he inspires all levels from newcomers to teachers with his insightful and original approach.

Based in Asia Sebastian gives workshop throughout the continent and since the Summer 2012 teach in Europe to familiarize people with the practice and teaching of Yin Yoga.



Interpreter


Sanae Mizutani


Sanae began to practice yoga intensively from 2010. Finished Yoga teacher Training Level 1 (RYT200) Yoga Arts 2013, 
She continues to study with Chuck Miller as a faithful student to her guru and to her body, 
trying to capture “sama” not only when she is on the mat bat also off the mat. A Kombucha and superfood lover. 

Staff

Keisuke (Nun) Sakakibara 

Keisuke Sakakibara ( called as Nun) lives in Kobe teaching yoga.
He met Andrei Ram in 2008,and he participated in Darma Mittra's 200 hours teacher training which Andrei Ram served as a head teacher.
His life changed rapidly since then.
He is teaching yoga in a variety of ways,and he is trying to make local communities which enable a sustainable and biodiversity world. 
HP (Japanese only) :http://nunyoga.web.fc2.com
Blog (Japanese only) http://nunyoga.seesaa.net


Yuko Yahata

Yuko has been learning yoga at her own pace, while working as a nurse and a clinical research co-ordinator. She met Nun-san in 2014 and was impressed by his abundant knowledge about yoga and unrestricted style of practice and teaching. She continue to practice with him at present. 

Working as a part-time nurse, Yuko is teaching yoga and holding workshop in Kobe.

Blog (Japanese only): http://floweringyuko.blogspot.jp/