Anatomy and Physiology
 
 
ANATOMY I A combination of Anatomical theory and Yoga practice will help outline the key alignment principles of Hatha Yoga. Understand the structure, function, and interrelationship between your spine and hips, knees and feet, shoulders and neck, and the anatomical support of the breath. Understanding Anatomy will support your Yoga practice; practicing Yoga will support your Anatomy. Click here for details. New session: Tuesdays 18h30-20h Feb 3- March 27 2009 ANATOMY II With anatomical principles established in Part I, you can now apply this knowledge to your own alignment. Through Posture Analysis and specific exercises for correcting and strengthening, take anatomy to a new level, off the yoga mat and into daily life. Pre- or Co-requisite: Anatomy I ANATOMY MEETS ASANA: weekend intro course Explore fundamentals of Anatomy and Alignment though a yoga practice. Understand the relationship between anatomy and physiology through principles of the Stress response & the Relaxation response; how these affect muscular tension, mental clarity, and healing. Apply these to the fundamentals of yoga alignment and philosophy to deepen your understanding of the mind-body connection. PHYSIOLOGY Anatomy helps understand structure, Physiology helps understand function. Learn about the nervous system and the stress response, and how yoga and breathing affect different aspects of this response, through an understanding of organs, muscles, and circulation. Click here for details. New Session: April 7- May 26 Tuesday 18h30-20h 2009 My Anatomy Almanac Practice and theory will outline a deeper look into our own bodies. Anatomical guidelines will lead a practice focused on the theme of the week (spine, hips/feet, shoulders/neck, and breath). The students will keep a journal or log after each class which will amount to a final homework assignment. FUN! Private Anatomy Courses Learn the fundamentals of Anatomy, Alignment, and Biomechanics based on your own posture evaluation. The program is developed to help you understand your posture, key alignment cues, and how to apply them during your day - be it at work, yoga or play. Specific exercises, stretches and tricks will help you move through your day with ease, efficiency and energy. Learn to adapt the yoga postures to your own body to ensure maximum benefits. Specific questions, themes, and special requests are welcome. 5 private sessions (90 mins) 350$ 8 private sessions (90 mins) 575$ **ask about combining private anatomy with physiology to get your whole being in balance!! Anatomy and Physiology_files/Anatomy%20%26%20Physiology%20of%20Yoga%20Session09.htmAnatomy and Physiology_files/Posture%20Analysis.htmAnatomy and Physiology_files/Anatomy%20%26%20Physiology%20of%20Yoga%20Session09_1.htmshapeimage_1_link_0shapeimage_1_link_1shapeimage_1_link_2
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Anatomy I & II Physiology