Teaching Through Touch: An Immersion In The Art of Hands On Assists with Sarah Cutfield.
Semperviva Yoga, 1985 W. Broadway, Vancouver When applied safely, physical assistance in yoga is an incredible tool for teachers to use to create a safe and supportive partnership with their students. Assists can create deeper internal awareness, facilitate optimal alignment and provide an enhanced understanding of the physical body.
This 3 day interactive workshop is open to teachers and experienced students looking to enhance their practice.
Expect to explore:
Creating an empowering, confident approach to physically interacting with students
Establishing safe, effective & appropriate touch
Principles of Teaching through Touch: Intention, Connection, Exploration, Direction
Different types of assisting - when, why & how to use them
Practicalities of assisting in private classes, public classes & for different experience levels
Learn key physical assists for all major asana groups: Sun Salutations, Standing, Forward Folding, Backbending, Twisting, Inversions & Savasana.