50-hour Yin Yoga Foundations TTC – India

In Goa, India, this 1-week / 50-hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training offers a calm yet deeply transformative introduction to the world of Yin Yoga.

OVERVIEW

Designed for dedicated yoga students, practitioners, and teachers, the course presents Yin Yoga as far more than a slow-paced style. It shows how this practice can nurture stillness, self-awareness, nervous system regulation, emotional balance, functional movement, and a kinder relationship with the body.

Through foundations, functional anatomy, sequencing, teaching methodology, props, emotional awareness, and the art of holding space, you will build the skills to guide Yin Yoga with safety, confidence, and sensitivity.

This training is ideal both for those who want to teach Yin Yoga professionally and for those who simply wish to deepen their own practice. No previous Yoga Teacher Training is required — only openness, sincerity, and a willingness to learn.

Upon completion, you will receive a Yin Yoga Teacher Training certificate. Teachers registered with Yoga Alliance may count the hours as continuing education / YACEP hours.

THE CURRICULUM

A Practical and Reflective Foundation in Yin Yoga Practice, Teaching & Inner Awareness

This training blends study, practice, observation, and teaching experience, inviting you to explore Yin Yoga through the body, breath, mind, emotions, and subtle inner awareness.

Yin Yoga Foundations

Discover what Yin Yoga is, how it functions, and how it differs from more active forms of yoga.

• Meaning and purpose of Yin Yoga
• History and evolution of Yin Yoga
• Yin and Yang theory
• Yin Yoga vs. Restorative Yoga
• Physical, mental, emotional, and energetic benefits
• The role of stillness, surrender, and mindful awareness
• How Yin Yoga supports balance in modern life

Yin Yoga Asana Practice

Learn to practice and guide Yin Yoga postures with safety and clarity.

• Main Yin Yoga archetypal poses
• Variations and modifications
• Using props for comfort and support
• A functional approach to posture practice
• Target areas in each pose
• How long to hold poses
• How to enter, stay, and exit poses safely
• Creating a supportive experience for different bodies

Functional Anatomy for Yin Yoga

Yin Yoga is not about forcing shape, but about understanding the body and respecting individual differences.

• Basic functional anatomy for Yin Yoga
• Connective tissue, fascia, joints, and mobility
• Compression and tension theory
• Skeletal variation and body differences
• Why each body appears differently in the same pose
• Safe range of movement
• Benefits, limitations, and contraindications
• Anatomy of the hips, spine, shoulders, knees, and ankles

Sequencing & Class Planning

Develop the ability to create Yin Yoga classes with structure, intention, and safety.

• Principles of Yin Yoga sequencing
• Sequencing by target area
• Sequencing by theme or intention
• Balancing stillness, silence, and guidance
• Creating short and long classes
• Sequencing for beginners and mixed-level students
• Using breath, pauses, and transitions thoughtfully
• Creating a complete Yin Yoga experience

Teaching Methodology

Learn to guide Yin Yoga with presence, sensitivity, and clear communication.

• How to teach Yin Yoga safely
• Verbal cueing for Yin Yoga
• Holding space for students
• Teacher presence and voice
• When to speak and when to allow silence
• Supporting students emotionally and physically
• Use of props and adjustments
• Ethics and boundaries in teaching
• Creating a calm, nurturing atmosphere

Practice Teaching

Throughout the training, you will have opportunities to practice teaching Yin Yoga.

• Short teaching exercises
• One-to-one or small group teaching practice
• Sequencing and class planning practice
• Guided feedback from teachers
• Peer feedback and observation
• Support in developing your natural teaching voice
• Confidence to guide safe and meaningful classes

Yin Yoga, Emotions & Inner Awareness

Yin Yoga often opens a deeper connection to the body, breath, emotions, and mind.

• Relationship between body, mind, and emotions
• Stillness as a tool for self-awareness
• Breath awareness in Yin Yoga
• Emotional release and inner observation
• Nervous system relaxation
• Practices for calmness, grounding, and self-reflection
• How to support students with care and sensitivity

Pre-Study / Non-Contact Hours

After your place is confirmed, you may receive selected online study materials as pre-study. This is optional, though highly recommended, as it can help you arrive better prepared and gain more from the in-person training in Goa.

• Pre-recorded anatomy classes
• Suggested readings
• Selected Yin Yoga theory or practice material
• Course manual and study materials

Daily Schedule

• Welcome meeting: Sunday, 5:30 pm
• Course starts: Monday, 6:30 am
• Graduation: Friday, 5:00 pm
• Check-out: Saturday by 10:00 am, after the optional morning yoga class

Teachers

You will be guided by experienced teachers who bring years of personal practice, study, and devotion into the classroom.

Rooted in different lineages and traditions, they share their knowledge with clarity, depth, and heart, helping you not only learn Yin Yoga but embody its qualities of stillness, patience, and awareness.

DATES AND FEE

This training begins on selected Sundays alongside the ongoing 200-hour and 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training Courses in Goa.

COURSE FEE

• Early Bird Discount: €100 discount available until 60 days before the course start date.
• Booking Amount: A non-refundable booking amount of €200 is required to reserve your place. The balance can be paid upon arrival.
• Flexible Booking: If needed, you can reschedule your course to a future date.

What Is Included

Yin Yoga Teacher Training course • certificate • accommodation and vegetarian meals • training manual.

Not Included

Flights • visa • travel insurance • airport transfers • personal expenses • any loss, damage, injury, liability, or expenses arising from personal belongings, travel, health, or circumstances beyond the school's control.

FAQ

Will I receive a certificate if I join only for one week?

Yes. If you successfully complete one week, you will receive a 50-hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training certificate.

Will I be a certified Yin Yoga teacher after this course?

Yes. After successful completion of your chosen training length, you will receive a Yin Yoga Teacher Training certificate for 50 hours.

Do I need to be a certified yoga teacher to join?

No. Previous Yoga Teacher Training is not required. The course is open to sincere students, practitioners, and teachers.

Can I use this course as Yoga Alliance continuing education?

If you are already a Yoga Alliance registered teacher, the completed hours may be used as continuing education / YACEP hours according to Yoga Alliance requirements.

Will I join classes with other TTC students?

Yes. Your morning meditation, pranayama, chanting, and asana classes may be shared with students from the ongoing 200-hour or 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training Courses. Your Yin Yoga theory, methodology, anatomy, and teaching practice sessions will be specific to Yin Yoga.

What kind of morning asana classes will I attend?

Morning asana may include Ashtanga-based practice, Vinyasa Flow, Hatha Yoga, or another practice depending on the TTC running alongside your Yin Yoga training.

Can I use these hours toward another Sampoorna Yoga certification?

Yes. These hours may be used toward your 200-hour or 300-hour certification pathway with Sampoorna Yoga, depending on your chosen course combination and eligibility.

What will I be able to teach after the course?

Depending on the length of training you complete, you will gain the foundation and confidence to guide Yin Yoga practices with safety, sensitivity, and awareness.

Begin Your Yin Yoga Journey in Goa

Give yourself the time and space to slow down, listen deeply, and discover the quiet power of Yin Yoga.

Whether you join for one week or two, this training invites you into stillness, study, practice, and inner connection — offering tools you can carry into your own life and, one day, into the lives of others.