50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Canggu, Bali
Embrace the Stillness and Balance with Yin Yoga
Start your Yin Yoga journey with our 50 hour yoga teacher training at Himalayan Yoga Association in Canggu, Bali.
This introductory course is ideal for yoga enthusiasts who wish to deepen their understanding of Yin Yoga or
incorporate this relaxing practice into their teaching repertoire.
In our 50-hour course at HYA in Canggu, we present the key aspects of Yin Yoga. You will understand why poses are
held for longer durations and how this gentle, non-violent approach supports both the body and the mind.
The training includes an introduction to energy lines, safe use of props such as bolsters and blocks, and
essential anatomy knowledge for safe practice and teaching.
Although introductory, this course offers real and practical skills. You will learn how to guide students
through basic Yin poses, create simple sequences, and explore the meditative dimension of the practice.
You will also understand how Yin Yoga works on connective tissues and how slow, passive stretching releases
deep-seated tension.
You will study in the serene environment of Canggu, Bali, surrounded by a vibrant yoga community.
Classes at Himalayan Yoga Association are small and personal, allowing experienced teachers to provide
individual attention and support—whether you plan to teach or deepen your personal practice.
This 50-hour program is registered with Yoga Alliance and can serve as a stepping stone to longer trainings.
Experience how the calming power of Yin Yoga can transform your practice and enable you to share its healing
benefits with others.
The History of Yin Yoga
Yin Yoga originates from ancient Taoist philosophy in China, where the principles of Yin and Yang were formed.
Yin represents stillness, receptivity, darkness, and introspection, while Yang symbolizes movement, heat,
and activity. The harmony of these forces sustains balance within nature, the body, and the mind.
Modern yoga styles such as Vinyasa and Ashtanga emphasize dynamic movement and muscular engagement,
whereas Yin Yoga encourages stillness. Postures are held for three to five minutes or longer,
targeting deeper connective tissues such as ligaments, tendons, and fascia.
Yin Yoga is also deeply connected to Traditional Chinese Medicine, which works with meridians linked to organs,
sensations, and emotions. Applying gentle pressure to these channels helps regulate energy flow and promotes
holistic health.
In today’s fast-paced, Yang-dominant lifestyle, Yin Yoga offers a return to balance and presence.
This timeless practice invites practitioners to slow down, observe, and reconnect with inner stillness.