Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Spain
Explore the calming and healing practice of Yin Yoga with Himalayan Yoga Association’s 50 Hour Teacher Training in Spain. This short and impactful course is ideal for anyone seeking relaxation, stress relief, or better flexibility and recovery.
Yin Yoga involves slow, long-held poses that work deep into the body’s connective tissues-ligaments, tendons, and fascia. It helps bring clarity, balance, and peace in today’s fast-moving world, making it perfect for those with active lifestyles.
During the training, you will learn how to support each posture using props like blocks and bolsters. Our approach blends traditional Chinese medicine and yoga philosophy with modern techniques, making the practice safe and effective for all body types.
This course provides valuable tools to teach Yin Yoga or simply enhance your personal journey. Held in the natural beauty of Spain, the program offers the ideal space to pause and reconnect. Optional Reiki and sound healing sessions are also available during free time, for added relaxation and full-body rejuvenation.
The History of Yin Yoga
Yin Yoga originates from ancient Taoist principles in China, where the philosophy of Yin and Yang originated. This idea is behind so much of Chinese culture, medicine, and spiritualism. In Taoist practice, the two forces that are found in everything are Yin and Yang. Yin is associated with stillness, passivity, darkness, and receptivity: the moon, the night, earth, femininity; In contrast to Yin, Yang is the action, creation, light and heat, symbolized by the sun, day, sky, and the male sex. The coordination of these forces is as follows; Coordinate balance of the nature, body and the mind.Indeed, today’s versions of yoga including Vinyasa and Ashtanga are more on the active side, where movement and muscle contractions are involved, while Yin Yoga is more passive in that it encourages stillness. It targets the fascial system of ligaments, tendons and fascia, keeping one in a pose for 3-5 min or more to touch the less accessible aspects of the self.
Yin Yoga also has TCM which identifies channels called meridians associated with organs, sensations, and emotions. Yin Yoga postures bear pressure on these channels in order to control the energy and therefore offer a complete body health.
As the body and the energy are concentrated, Yin Yoga is the ideal practice for the present high-energy, Yang lifestyle. It enables practitioners to reconnect to stillness, to observing life from the present – indeed, a profoundly timely idea that is timeless. Acquire the knowledge of Yin Yoga, and skills as a Yin Yoga Teacher with our 50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Spain.
Benefits of Yin Yoga
Better Joint Mobility : Long standing postures cause the connective tissues to become pliable and to imbibe water so as to enhance the flexibility of the joints.
Enhanced Circulation : Progressive and sustained actions and pauses increase circulation and feed the tissue.
Stress Management & Emotional Recovery : Yin Yoga helps in stimulating the parasympathetic nerve and thus lowers stress and anxiety levels and also aids in emotional discharge.
Mind-Body Harmony : Promote self-awareness and emotional stability in order to establish a better relationship with oneself and the practice.
Better Sleep Quality : Yin Yoga is a slow type of exercising that can assist you in relaxing and as a result, achieve better night’s sleep.
Self-Awareness & Balance :
Find peace in your Yin and Yang energy, and improve your state of awareness
in your everyday activities.
What Will Be Covered in The 50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Spain ?
- Explore the rich history and philosophy of Yin Yoga
- Understand the anatomical and physiological impact of Yin Yoga
- Learn key Yin Yoga asanas and their variations
- Gain insight into Meridian Theory and its role in practice
- Practice pranayama and meditation to deepen your Yin Yoga experience
- Master the art of teaching Yin Yoga with proper techniques
- Learn to use props effectively for a comfortable and supportive practice
- Deliver a full Yin Yoga class as part of your evaluation
50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training School in Spain - Course Syllabus
Yin Asanas + Yin Theory + Yin Alignment / Adjustment / Methodology
- History & Introduction to Yin Yoga
- Concept of Yin-Yang in Daoist Philosophy
- Connection between Yin Yoga & Hatha Yoga
- Why Yin Yoga? Relevance in Modern Life
- Role of Stillness & Surrender
- Importance of Holding Time in Yin Yoga
Foundational Yin Asanas (with modifications & prop use):
- Anahatasana (Melting Heart)
- Bananasana
- Bridge (Supported)
- Butterfly
- Cat Pulling Its Tail
- Caterpillar
- Child’s Pose
- Dragonfly
- Dangling
- Deer
- Dragon
- Frog
- Half Butterfly
- Happy Baby
- Reclining Twists
- Saddle
- Shavasana
- Shoelace
- Sphinx & Seal
- Squat
- Swan & Sleeping Swan
- Toe Squat
- Introduction to Holding Space
Components of a Yin class:
Opening, Middle, Closing
Yang (Hatha Vinyasa) Yoga Practice
- Philosophy of Hatha yoga
- Ancient scriptures of Hatha
- Aim and objectives of Hatha yoga
- Pavan muktasana series-1
- Surya namaskara
- Chandra namaskara
Combined Class Syllabus
All the classes, except for the Yang Practice, Alignment / Adjustment / Teaching Methodology, Yin Yoga Practice will be conducted as combined classes in our first part of the classic 200hrs yoga teacher training course / our first half of the classic 200hrs yoga teacher training course / classic 200hrs yoga teacher training course . The school holds the right to change the timings of the classes if it is needed.
Meditation
- What is meditation and what is not
- History of meditation
- 3 Best postures for meditation
- (Quarter lotus / Half lotus / Full lotus)
- Om meditation
- Shiva mantra aeditation (Om Namah Shivaya)
- Breath awareness (Anapana)
- Chakra meditation
Yoga Philosophy (Yoga Darshana)
- What is Yoga? Meaning of Yoga & Goal
- Three kinds of pain (three-fold misery)
- History of Yoga
- Classical & Modern Yoga
- Patanjali Yoga Sutras (classical text of Yoga)
- An overview of all chapters on Patanjali Yoga Sutras
Yoga Anatomy & Physiology
- Introduction to body
- Body planes, directional terms
- Human cells, tissues, organs
- Human skeletal system
- Types of joints
- Body movements
Pranayama (Breathing Practices)
- What is pranayama / Its benefits
- 3 best postures for pranayama
- (Quarter lotus / Half lotus / Full lotus)
- Clavicular Pranayama
- Thoracic Pranayama
- Diaphragmatic Pranayama
- Yogic Pranayama
- Nadi Shodhana Pranayama
- Kapalbhati Pranayama
Daily Schedule for 50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training In Spain
| Time | Schedule |
|---|---|
| 6:00 – 7:00 am | Shat-Karma & Pranayama |
| 7:00 – 8:00 am | Meditation |
| 8:00 – 9:30 am | Yin Yoga Practice |
| 9:30 am | Breakfast |
| 11:00 am – 1:00 pm | Sound Healing Class (only applicable for YTT + Sound Healing Course participants) |
| 1:00 pm | Lunch |
| 1:30 – 2:30 pm | Yoga Philosophy |
| 2:30 – 3:30 pm | Yoga Anatomy & Physiology |
| 3:30 – 5:00 pm | Yang Practice (Hatha Yoga) |
| 5:00 pm | Tea Break |
| 5:30 – 6:30 pm | Teaching Methodology / Alignments & Adjustments |
| 7:30 pm | Dinner |
| 10:00 pm | Light Off |
In order for you to rest properly before the opening ceremony on the 1st day of the course, the check-in to the school should be one-day before the course begins. Your check in time must be between 10 AM to 4 PM. We provide you a complementary stay for that night. Your check out on the last day of the course must be between 12 PM to 2 PM.
Yoga Teacher Training + Sound / Reiki Healing Course
Complete our sound healing courses during your YTT! We arrange our Sound / Reiki Healing Courses during your break time so you can complete it by utilising the time and with just a little extra costs. You will cover 2 hours a day and it lasts for 2 days (for level 1), 4 days (for level 1 & 2), and 7 days (for level 1 & 2 & 3).
Add +skills to your Yoga Teacher Training journey.
Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Spain, Dates
What is included in Yoga Course Fee ?
✔ Chosen accommodation with 24h hot water availability
✔ Complementary one-day before check in (check in should be between 10 AM to 4 PM one day before the course starts)
✔ Complementary pick-up from Airport
✔ 3 vegetarian / vegan meals a day. (excluding lunch & dinner on Sundays)
✔ Mentioned classes
✔ Course Materials
(1 school bag / 1 school t-shirt / 1 Yin Yoga Teacher Training manual / 1 notebook / 1 pen)
✔ All the other materials for all activities are available at the school
(to be used in the classes only, not to be taken away)
✔ 50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training Certificate (Yoga Alliance certified)
✔ 10% discount at Himalayan Yoga Spa & Himalayan Yoga Cafe for the duration of the course
✔ Free high-speed WiFi throughout the school campus.
✔ 1 one-hour Ayurvedic massage treatment.
✔ Unlimited filtered hot & cold drinking water.
✔ Swimming pool access.
Sample Certificate for 50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Spain
At the end of the course, students will be awarded a 50 hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training Certificate from Yoga Alliance (USA). This certification thus brings an added value to your teaching portfolio as you will be able to teach various classes.
Payment Gateways
An Advance Booking Fees For Yoga Courses in Spain
In order to book for the course participant is required to deposit booking fees of 200 USD / 15,000 INR, we accept booking fee via Razor pay| Western union | bank transfer or Transfer wise. An official booking confirmation letter will be sent to you shortly after successful advance deposit for the course fees, the balance of the course fees can be paid on arrival at school either by credit card, debit card or cash, bank account details are given below, if you face any issue feel free to write us, we are always available to assist you.
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Each time you practice asana or pranayama, your capacity to control your focus, breath, and body increases. Likewise, as you dive deeper into the yoga philosophy, you will find yourself eating, sleeping, and thinking like a yogi! And when it comes to eating, diet certainly plays a significant role. Food is an important element and life-giving energy to the human body. The quality and type of food impact our physical, as well as mental well-being.
Let’s see nutrition from the yogic perspective. It includes much more than just the nutritional content of the food. As a full-fledged yogic practice demands a proper supplementation of the body with nutrients, the energetic aspect of nutrition should also be taken into consideration.
Meat or no meat?
The dilemma Many yogis face this question. As you may have heard already, many yoga practitioners start to feel that they don’t feel right anymore to consume non-vegetarian food.
What is the correct yogic diet (Sattvic Diet)?
Have you ever observed the impact of the food intake on your yoga practice? Some foods can wreck the harmony in ourselves as some certain foods creating bloating or digestion disorders. On the other hand, there are also some foods that are more subtle and suitable to the body and mind.
The concept of Ayurveda, the sister science of yoga, enlightens us on the impact of different foods on our overall physical, spiritual, and mental well-being. As per Ayurveda, “Sattva” denotes purity in quality of self-control and spiritual well-being as apparent in the form of intelligence, virtue, awareness, and happiness. Thus foods that are sattvic, promote purity in terms of both mind and body. They help nurture the mind – one that is clear, filled with compassion and keeps calm.
Following Sattvic diet
The good news for yogis is that Sattvic foods are absolutely vegetarian! Thus no animals are harmed in the making of such foods as they do not contain any animal products. These foods should be naturally cultivated and should not include any harmful preservatives, additive substances or artificial flavors.
What is Sattvic diet consist of?
Sattvic diet generally includes:
- Fresh, organically grown fruits and vegetables
- Nuts and whole grains
- Dairy – based foods example ghee (clarified butter) and milk
- Lentils
- Beans
- Oils that are plant-based
- Foods with mild sweetness containing natural and unrefined sugars
- Spices such as turmeric, ginger, coriander, basil and cinnamon
The Founder & Teachers of Yin Yoga Teacher Training Course
Yogi Himanshu Joshi (The Founder)
The founder of Himalayan Yoga Association as well as Bali Yoga School, is an inspiring and compassionate guru who has devoted his life to the practice and dissemination of yoga and other natural forms of healing. Yogi Himanshu, who practices classical yoga and who knows the methods of practicing modern yoga, built the system, which follows the traditional approach but meets the modern standards. He makes his students live meaningful harmonious purposeful integrated spirit, body and mind integrated lives.
Yogi Himanshu’s style of yoga has the spiritual part of yoga in mind as he does it. Apart from the body postures he also emphasizes on meditation, pranayama and awareness. His compassionate leadership helps students in their personal development process, teaches them how to become free from the mental prisons they have created for themselves and reconnect with their soul.
Yogi Himanshu is strict and always motivates his students that one must continue to learn, he teaches as per Vedic method as well as scientific method. This dynamic combination helps students to be ready to use effective tools to build a proper attitude towards life. He continues to inspire millions of people doing yoga for overall body health across the world.
Yogini Stuti
Stuti Sahu has grown with the roots of yoga since her young age. Influenced by her Hindu background and traditional upbringing, she has always been deeply connected with the spirit of yoga. With the background of Hinduism and the daily practice of rituals, she created an early connection to the spiritual side of life. At her young age, she joined her first yoga practice thanks to the good influences of her surroundings. First, she realized the energy of yoga before going deep into the physical and mental aspects, she gained numerous strength in the beginning as a yoga practitionair. After practicing enormous amounts of hours everyday to master the body, mind, and soul, she started her teaching journey in Rishikesh. She completed her reiki master course as she understood the importance of healing and thus offering her healing ability and skills to reduce the sufferings from others, trying to make as many life as possible to give happiness and fruitful life. She completed her graduation in psychology, and got certified as a yoga teacher by Yoga Alliance, Ministry of AYUSH, and GOVT of India. Due to the knowledge she gained in Yogic Science, she discovered an opportunity to heal the others on their yoga journey by utilizing her influence as a teacher. For several months, she worked closely with her students and developed a good understanding of the balance within herself and the others. Because of the booming of yoga in the whole world, she quickly realized in which areas of the body, mind, and soul of the world suffer. That’s why she believes it’s essential that the knowledge of yoga is shared beyond borders, nations, and backgrounds.
Yogi Tanmay
His story with yoga began early—watching his father practice with sages and live by the quiet strength of Karma Yoga. Those moments were planting seeds in him. Years later, during the stillness of the pandemic, something awakened. He felt a strong pull inward and chose to follow that call. He enrolled in a Bachelor’s in Yoga Science at the University of Patanjali. For three years, he dove deep into asana, philosophy, and discipline—and something inside him transformed but his curiosity didn't end there. That led me to the Himalayas, where he studied Yoga Therapy. There, he saw how traditional yogic wisdom could meet modern medicine in beautiful, meaningful ways.
He traveled to Tuscany to learn Yin & Yang Yoga—experiencing the power of stillness and flow. He also explored Sound Healing and other subtle therapies, discovering how vibration and energy can shift the body and mind in profound ways. Yoga has been his path of remembering—of coming home to himself. And as he stands here today, he says he feels honoured to share that journey with all of you.
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Read Terms & Conditions Before Joining The 50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training Spain
All classes are mandatory only in case of an emergency or illness one can take leave with respected teacher permission. Uninformed leaves won’t be accepted and this will leave bad impression on student monthly performance.
Prerequisites – A high degree of self-motivation is required for all aspects of the course. The practice and especially the teaching of yoga demand a high degree of self-discipline and purity. To ensure the success of the program, participants are required to attend all spiritual activities, meditation sessions, lectures and asana classes. Meat, fish, eggs, black tea, coffee, alcohol, tobacco, drugs and nudity are prohibited during the course as they are counterproductive to the yoga practice. Participants who do not comply with the school rules may be dismissed from the course.
Discipline Rules for Students – Smoking and alcohol are strictly prohibited in the school. If you are having a fast any day, you have to inform kitchen manager for avoiding food waste. Always make discipline, respect teachers and follow all rules. Always be in the time, you are late means will not be permitted to join class. Clear your books of account before departure from Himalayan Yoga Association. Before departure return your books, maps or any goods which you borrowed. Himalayan Yoga Association provides accommodation for a student who join the yoga course. So any friends or relatives will not be included in accommodation however they can stay in school by renting another room. Student have to be present in all scheduled program of Himalayan Yoga Association.
Once you made the booking amount deposit towards course fees kindly send us your payment receipt so that we can forward you an official booking confirmation letter. The remaining balance of the course fees will be charged on you arrival at School.
Refund Policy – Advance booking deposit is non refundable. We accept date rescheduling If you cancel the course after joining. We accept the cancellation but the course fees will not be refunded with the cancellation.