This session is part of a multi-session series.
Mariel Freeman
Mariel, she/her, is the founder and owner of Three Queens. She holds the space and creates the overall vision of Three Queens, our advanced training and studio space. An entrepreneur, mom, and yoga practitioner, ...Biomechanics for Optimal Alignment: Applications, Teaching and Injury Management
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at Three Queens Yoga (410 Monroe Street Philadelphia, PA 19147)
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Join Mariel Freeman for an immersive training experience focusing on the alignment and biomechanics of yoga. This comprehensive program is designed for yoga practitioners and teachers looking to deepen their understanding of optimal alignment, enhance their teaching skills, and explore biomechanic applications for injury management. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge, practical exercises, and interactive discussions, participants will gain valuable insights into the intricacies of body mechanics in yoga practice.
Embodying Optimal Alignment, Immersion into Embodiment*
Embodying Optimal Alignment, Immersion into Embodiment*
- April 27-28, 12:30-6:30pm
- May 25-26, 12:30-6:30pm
Teaching Biomechanics of Optimal Alignment
- June 28-30, Fri, 6:30-8:30pm, Sat & Sun 12:30-6:30pm
Biomechanics of Optimal Alignment: Applications for Injury Management
- July 26-28, Fri, 6:30-8:30pm, Sat & Sun 12:30-6:30pm
*April and May weekends are required to attend the June and/or July modules. Please reach out via email if you are interested in attending 2-3 weekends so we can prorate your registration accordingly.
Key Learning Objectives:
1. Embodying Optimal Alignment: Participants will learn how to embody and teach optimal alignment principles in yoga postures. Through a detailed exploration of anatomical alignment, skeletal structure, and muscular engagement, attendees will develop a keen sense of body awareness and learn to guide students towards safe and effective alignment.
2. Teaching Biomechanics: This training will equip participants with the necessary tools and techniques to effectively teach biomechanics in yoga classes. Mariel Freeman will share her extensive knowledge of human movement and biomechanical principles, enabling participants to enhance their teaching skills and provide students with a deeper understanding of how the body moves in different yoga poses.
3. Biomechanic Applications for Injury Management: Understanding biomechanics is crucial for managing and preventing injuries in yoga practice. Participants will explore common yoga-related injuries and their biomechanical causes. Mariel Freeman will guide participants in developing strategies for injury prevention, modification of poses for different body types, and creating a supportive and safe environment for students with specific limitations.
Who Should Attend:
This training is suitable for yoga practitioners and teachers of all levels who are passionate about deepening their knowledge of alignment and biomechanics. Whether you are a seasoned teacher seeking to refine your skills or a practitioner looking to gain a deeper understanding of your own practice, this program will provide valuable insights and practical techniques to enhance your yoga journey.
Join Mariel Freeman in this transformative training to unlock the secrets of optimal alignment, integrate biomechanics into your teaching, and enhance injury management skills in yoga practice. Embrace this opportunity to deepen your understanding of the human body and revolutionize your approach to yoga instruction.