Yoga and Astrology - 100h Yoga Alliance International certification

Retreat Highlights

• Focus of Yoga and Astrology Training
• Astrology focuses on basic understanding of the natal chart. We explore the signs of the Zodiac, Elements, Polarity, Planets, Houses and Aspects
• Asana practice is based on Hatha and Yin Yoga, with focus on steadiness, alignment and recuperative poses (reclining postures and relaxation). Asana practise also includes the exploration of the Chakras and the Chinese acupuncture meridians.
• Pranayama are breathing exercises to stimulate the diaphragm, vitalise the body-mind and regulate the flow of energy.
• Yoga Philosophy & Psychology is based on the Yoga Sutras and the Chakras
• Relaxation Physical, emotional and mental relaxation are essential to recover from stress, fatigue, anxiety and disease.
• Mediation is an essential tool for calming the mind and creating stillness and inner peace.
• This course is divided into 80 contact hours and 20 hours individual or group study.
• The course includes :
• Astrology
• Basic anatomy and physiology
• Physiological and energetic effects of asanas, pranayama, meditation and relaxation.
• Benefits and contraindications for all asanas (poses).
• Effects of structural and postural alignment on health and wellbeing.
• Stress and stress management
• The Chakras (energy centres).
• The 5 Elements
• The 5 Koshas

About this Retreat

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Gerry

Gerry Rixen

Gerry is a certified Senior Yoga Teacher, SYT, a Shiatsu Practitioner / Teacher and 4th Dan Martial Arts Instructor. He holds accreditation with Yoga Alliance International (YAI), International Yoga Federation (IYF), Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre, The Shiatsu Society (UK) and World Shorinji Kempo Organisation. He is also a registered member of the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT). He began his Yoga practice at the Iyengar institute in London, developing his approach for more than 30 years along with his professional experience as a teacher and therapist in Shiatsu and Chinese medicine. He is founder and director of SYM-Ltd and has taught Yoga and Shiatsu in Spain, France, Greece, Italy and the United Kingdom. His knowledge of oriental healing arts, Yoga and Martial Arts combines with his knowledge of the Western spiritual and therapeutic traditions. Over the years, he has merged his unique knowledge of diagnosis, treatment and healing, nutrition, philosophy and psychology to create truly interesting courses and workshops related to personal growth and transformation, as well as the cure of chronic and degenerative diseases. After completing his studies in Archeology and Anthropology at Cambridge University, he worked as a language teacher and TV reporter /producer before devoting himself full-time to healing and teaching. He speaks English, French, German and Spanish.

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