50 Hr Yin Yoga Teacher Training Online & In-Person

Alicia Casillas Yoga - Green Nest Studio Team

A 50-hour training program offering a highly functional approach to Yin Yoga, featuring a comprehensive curriculum with all the essential resources, tools, and content needed to become a certified Yin Yoga teacher or practitioner as continued education with Yoga Alliance.

This online course offers all the benefits of online training with Alicia Casillas, plus highly personalized feedback and individual support from our Green Nest Studio teachers.

Enjoy the flexibility of a self-paced virtual learning experience, allowing you to study on your own schedule, in your own time, and from any timezone.

BONUS - IN-PERSON PRACTICE & ON-LINE SUPPORT

Additionally, you’ll receive a BONUS! An opportunity to practice in person at Green Nest Studio alongside our certified Yin Yoga teacher and fellow students (this includes two sessions of Yin Yoga practice with sound healing and Yoga Nidra).

You’ll also have the chance to join get an online support of Alicia, where you can ask questions, reflect on your learning, and engage in open discussions as you progress through the online curriculum.

What Will I Learn?

Throughout this 50 hour hybrid course (50 hours online, as BONUS 2 in person meetings of 2 hours each) you will study the theory of Yin Yoga and learn practical ways to incorporate it into your own practice and your classes.

You will learn anatomy of the body applied to Yin Yoga, Yin Asana, Pranayama and the core principles of meditation, along with the fundamentals of the energetic body and how to apply this knowledge into your daily life.

By the end of this course, you will have secured a solid understanding of Yin Yoga and will be able to confidently guide others in developing their own Yin Yoga practice and teachings in a safe and engaging way.

The Art of Yin Yoga

  • History of Yin Yoga.

  • Yin Yoga theory and application.

  • Stabilizing and deepening a Yin Yoga practice.

  • Comparison of a Yin and Yang practice.

  • Yin Asana benefits and contraindications .

  • Archetypal poses and their variations.

  • Appropriate use of props.

  • How to create and hold a safe space.

  • Developing your teaching voice.

  • Sequencing Yin Yoga classes .

Our Bodies

  • Anatomy applied to Yin Yoga.

  • Compression and tension theory.

  • The fascia and connective tissue.

  • Yin and Yang related to the body.

  • The physical and subtle bodies

  • The 5 koshas and energy fields.

  • The chakra system and how to relate it to daily life.

  • How to recognize imbalances in the subtle bodies.

  • The sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system.

  • Understanding the relaxation response

  • Introduction of Yoga Nidra and application.

Pranayama & Meditation

  • Qi, Prana or life­–force energy.

  • Nadi Shodhana and nostril breathing

  • Belly breathing (diaphragmatic breathing)

  • Full Yogic breath and practice.

  • Long Exhale breathing.

  • Bhramari humming bee breathing

  • Chakra balance and meditation.

  • Mindfulness awareness meditation.

  • Walking meditation.

  • Metta loving kindness meditation.

  • Soham meditation.

  • Yoga Nidra practices.

You’ll learn how to…

  • Understand principles of Yin Yoga and how to teach in a safe way.

  • Use the archetypal poses and their variations.

  • Advance your knowledge about anatomy and the human body.

  • Skillfully practice and modify the Yin Yoga poses.

  • Identify the target area of every yoga asana.

  • Comprehend where you should feel the effects of the poses.

  • Learn how to use props during your Yin classes.

  • Learn how to balance a Yin and Yang Yoga practice.

  • Build a creative and effective Yin Yoga sequence with different options and variations.

  • Deepen your knowledge about the energetic body and Chakras.

  • Learn how to teach meditation and a pranayama session.

  • Create transformational Yin Yoga classes that deliver a beautiful experience.

  • Qualify to log an additional 50 hours training and continued education with Yoga Alliance.

Meet Teachers

Alicia

Lead Yin Yoga & Meditation Teacher

Alicia’s greatest adventure began when she decided to become a yoga teacher 10 years ago. “When I teach, it comes straight from the heart. My true soul-purpose is to share the ancient teachings of yoga, meditation and Reiki with the rest of the world.”

Alicia has practiced and taught around North America, Europe, and Asia for more than 10 years. She is an experienced yoga teacher E-RYT 500 who has been teaching Yoga Teacher Trainings since 2015. Alicia has completed over 500 hours of Yin Yoga training with Yin Yoga Master Sarah Powers, Tina Nance, Jamie Clarke and Beta Lisboa.

Camila

Yoga Nidra Teacher

Camila has been teaching Yoga, Meditation and Breathwork teacher for over 8 years. She started her journey in her hometown of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. After a few years of teaching Yoga, and practicing Meditation in Buddhist temples in Brazil, she decided to travel to the sources. She moved to Asia to deepen her practice and knowledge. Since then she has been living like a nomad, traveling the World hosting retreats & teaching Yoga teacher trainings, mostly in Thailand and Bali.

Jonathan

Anatomy and Meditation Theory Teacher

Jono was born in Tahiti and grew up with hippie parents between Polynesia, Bali, and India. After a long, formative period of traveling across Asia and studying meditative practices with monks and Earth medicine with shamans, he eventually went into more academic training. He graduated from the Kimura Shiatsu Institute in Japan, studied biology at the University of San Diego, and became an osteopath at the British School of Osteopathy. Having always had one foot in the spirit world, his work combines mind-body techniques from various native traditions and myofascial osteopathy, all of which help release blockages found within vibratory fields.

Teodora

Yin Yoga Teacher in Green Nest Team

Teodora’s experience with Yoga started 12 years ago when she discovered the physical benefits of Hatha Yoga, which made her want to go deeper into exploring also from an energetic and spiritual viewpoint. “This also helped me greatly in dealing with my own anxiety and fears. Later on, I developed my own teaching practice with students and young professionals in both Sweden and Portugal and the journey has been developing since then.:)”

What’s Included

Resources and Materials
– Comprehensive 50 hour training
– Printable Color Yin Yoga Training Manual
– Full-length Yin Yoga Sessions
– Video Lectures and Presentations
– At-home workbook
– Further reading
– Kit box on how to sequence your Yin sessions
– Class sequences prepared for you to teach and practice at home or in your studio.
– Homework and final assignment

You Will Also Get…
– Lifetime access to all of the course material, including any course updates that are continually being added.
– Personalized feedback and support from Alicia for when you need some extra guidance during your training
– Personalized in person feedback and support during studio sessions with Teodora upon your need and extra guidance.
– Access to a beautiful community of Yin Yoga teachers around the world that you can connect with at any time to share your experiences with.
– A 50-hour certificate accredited by International Yoga Alliance upon completion of the course.

Investment 550€

*Early Bird Discount:

  • 50€ if booked till 27.4. 2025

  • 25€ if booked till 18.5. 2025

Start Date 2.6.2025

  • First in-person session 14.6. 2025

  • Second in-person session 28.6. 2025

Certification & YA Continuing Education

This training qualifies students for 50 hours of Yoga Alliance Continuing Education contact hours. Students will receive a homologated certificate from Yoga Alliance at the end of the training. (YACEP)

If you have any questions about the course or you want to make sure this course is right for you. Please get in-touch with us via email info@greennestudio.com

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Lifetime access to all of the course material, including any course updates that are continually being added.

  • This really depends on you! Some of our students finish it in less than two weeks, whilst others take over a month. You have lifetime access to all of the course material so you can take your time to complete your course. 

  • Anyone! We welcome all who are wanting to learn & practice Yin Yoga from home. It doesn ́t matter if you are a beginner in yoga or a dedicated practitioner, this course is for all levels and suitable for everyone.

  • Yes, there most definitely are! As with any officially certified course, you will be assessed following each topic, to ensure you have absorbed what you need to know before moving on. The good news is that you can go back and watch the lectures & lessons as many times as you need to pass.

  • Yes, there are two final evaluations to complete the course: a final quiz and a practicum. The practicum consists of 60 min recorded class of you teaching Yin Yoga at home. I will watch and review your practicum and give you personal feedback & guidance. This is a very special opportunity to practice your teaching skills. The good news is that you can repeat it as many times as you want until you are happy with the final result.

  • Not a problem at all! We teach you what you need to know and guide you through the theory and practical components step-by-step.

  • Upon joining the online Yin Yoga Teacher Training, you will receive the direct contact details for Alicia, who will be happy to assist or support you along the way! You will also have in person support during studio sessions.

  • Upon successful completion of this training, you will receive a certificate, accredited with the international Yoga Alliance. You will have the knowledge and tools to teach Yin Yoga. However, depending on certain requirements and restrictions in your country, you may require a 200-hour yoga teacher training certificate to obtain insurance and work professionally in yoga studios, fitness centers, and workplaces. We recommend you check on the laws in your hometown!

  • No, just a standard internet browser is fine (Safari is not recommended). This online training portal is simply accessed through the internet.