20hr Short Courses
We have three (3) 20-hour Short Courses to choose from
Yoga Anatomy | Philosophy of Yoga | Power Living Asana
60hrs of Online Education
Anatomy
For the first time ever you can now immerse yourself in the anatomical teachings, applied specifically to yoga, from our lead facilitators. This course can be done at your own pace, guided through lectures divided into modules with supporting tutorials and practices to enhance your learning.
Philosophy
This short 20hr course is designed to educate you on the richness and depth of traditional yoga philosophy, modern yoga philosophy and introduce traditional meditation and pranayama techniques. You will be expertly guided through lectures that have been divided into modules with accompanying tutorials and a number of practices to enhance your learning.
Asana
This course is designed to educate you on Power Living’s approach to a safe, balanced and well-rounded asana practice. You will be guided through lectures that have been divided into modules with accompanying practices, conditioning sessions, meditation and Yin Yoga practices to enhance your learning. Dive into the full spectrum of what we offer at Power Living for a complete and sustainable yoga practice.
Immerse yourself, learn and transform your life.
We’re excited to be offering our world-class education to you, wherever you are in the world.
Whatever the course, you’ll be led on a journey of self-development, immersing yourself in content developed by the leaders in Modern Yoga in Australia, including anatomy of asana, intelligent sequencing, traditional yoga studies, functional asana, leadership skills, teaching techniques and more. We also offer shorter courses ranging from 10hrs, 20hrs and 50hrs for students looking for bite-sized blocks of education!
Our courses are guided by the founder Duncan Peak (Pioneer of Modern Yoga in Australia), our world-class senior teachers Troy Abraham and Gina Brescianini as well as other members of the Power Living Senior Team.
Anatomy for Yoga
This short course is designed to educate you on anatomy specifically for yoga. You will be expertly guided through lectures that have been divided into chapters with accompanying tutorials and practices to enhance your learning.
You will learn the major bones and the different types of soft tissues of the body as well as the main muscles you use in a yoga practice! We divide these into groups, explaining the origin and insertion points as well as the action that each muscle performs, helping you to assimilate why it is important to understand the body and it’s functionality for a safe practice! You will also cover the anatomy of breathing, how it effects the physiology of the body and how to breathe ujjayi breath effectively to support your yoga practice.
The modules are designed in a way that will build your knowledge and move progressively. They are rich in learning and information so please take your time to repeat them as many times as you need to absorb the knowledge and understanding.
Essential Anatomy Understanding
This 20hr online module will educate and inspire yoga students and teachers to look deep into the physical composition of the Human body to understand what the bones and muscles of the body are, how they all work together with relation to Yoga postures and why we use specific cues and techniques to activate and mobilise them safely!
Practice for Longevity
With the correct knowledge of the body and it’s natural functions, you will be able to refine your yoga practice in a way that feels safe and strong. Students will have the confidence to progress their practice and teachers will refine their anatomy knowledge to deliver safe and effective classes
Online, Your way!
Anatomy for Yoga is fully online and can be completed at your own pace. You will have full access to the course content as soon as you purchase so you can dive right in or explore little bits at a time as it suits your lifestyle. You will have access to the course content for 6 months.
Philosophy for Yoga
This short 20hr course is designed to educate you on the richness and depth of traditional yoga philosophy, modern yoga philosophy and introduce traditional meditation and pranayama techniques. You will be expertly guided through lectures that have been divided into modules with accompanying tutorials and a number of practices to enhance your learning.
You will discover the origins of where yoga originated, how it has developed and how the traditional teachings are applicable to daily life. The richness of the yogic teachings is vast and wide. The sound moral and ethical basis of the teachings is truly insightful and sound in the application of how to live your best life and flourish. This is a journey of a lifetime for all students dedicated to understanding yoga in all its facets.
The modules and lectures are designed in a way that will build your knowledge and move into deeper aspects of yoga philosophy modern and traditional. The lectures are full of in-depth concepts that inspire contemplation and consideration so please take your time to digest them and rewatch as many times as you need to absorb the knowledge and understanding.
Yoga, and all its facets
Understanding of the moral and ethical basis of yoga and all its principles will allow you to apply the insights of the teachings to your everyday life. To nourish and flourish, into a deeper understanding of self.
What is Yoga?
You will learn where yoga originated from and delve into the richness and depth of traditional yoga philosophy, modern yoga philosophy and traditional meditation and pranayama techniques.
Applied philosophy
Applying yoga philosophy to your daily life, is an important aspect to this course. The knowledge of the deeper aspects of yoga philosophy (modern and traditional) and its concepts will inspire contemplation and consideration. Taking the time to reflect on the application into your daily life.
Power Living Asana
Designed to educate you on Power Living’s approach to a safe, balanced and well-rounded asana practice. You will be expertly guided through lectures that have been thoughtfully modulated to enhance your leaning, so you can dive into the full spectrum of what we offer at Power Living.
Except to study lecture content with accompanying asana practices, conditioning sessions, Meditations and Yin Yoga, which will give you the foundations for a complete and sustainable yoga practice. The course includes posture breakdown of all the poses in our Power Living Blueprint sequence. This will give you the enhanced body awareness and confidence to deepen your understanding of your body and your yoga practice. Learn how to skilfully progress, modify and strengthen your practice in a beautifully balanced and safe way for longevity.
The modules are designed in a way that will build your knowledge and move progressively, so take your time and repeat them as many times as you need to absorb the knowledge and understanding.
Yoga practice with all its elements combined is a lifelong journey, and one we hope you enjoy with awareness, playfulness, inquiry and continual growth.
“Practice, practice, practice and all is coming” Pattabhi Jois
What is Power Living Asana?
The Power Living Blueprint Sequence has been renowned in the industry for over 16 years. This course breaks down the fundamentals of our sequence, educating you on how to approach asana in a safe, well-balanced and well-rounded way.
Pose Breakdown
Within the course, our expert facilitators take you through in-depth breakdowns of each pose that constitutes the Power Living Blueprint Sequence. This level of education will give you the increased body awareness required to deepen your practice.
Practice for longevity
These 20 hours will give you the tools to skillfully modify, strengthen and develop your own asana in way that is beautifully balanced – facilitating a safe and healthy practice for longevity. With elements of playfulness and joyful enquiry.
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Frequently Asked Questions
HOW DOES THE PROGRAM RUN?
These 20hr Online Modules can be completed at your own pace. There is no official start or end date, meaning you can do what you want when you want.
HOW LONG DO I HAVE ACCESS TO THE COURSE?
You will have full access to all the course content for as long as you want.
HOW DO I ACCESS THE COURSE?
The course is 100% online and hosted via the Power Living Education site (powered by Teachable). All elements of this course are pre-recorded meaning that you can move through the course at your own pace.
HOW DO I GET THE INFORMATION?
All through our Power Living Education portal – super easy. Once you enroll you will create an account and you will just use these sign in details to access all the course curriculum. You will also be able to access the course on your iOS device if you download the Teachable app from the app store – so you study on the go!
IS THERE ANY CONTACT WITH THE POWER LIVING STAFF?
No. This course is fully contained and pre-recorded and does not include any contact hours with our facilitators. We feel confident that the course content and accompanying manual will give you the support you need to deepen your understanding of Power Living’s Asana to safely integrate the learnings into your own practice and perhaps teaching. Should you wish to deepen your knowledge after this course, please visit the Teacher Training section of the powerliving.com.au to find out about other courses that may be right for you.
DOES THE COST OF THE COURSE INCLUDE ACCESS TO THE POWER LIVING STUDIOS?
No. This course is delivered fully online and does not include an in-person elements or access to classes at any Power Living studio.
CAN I REGISTER THESE HOURS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE?
If you are already 200hr certified and a member of Yoga Alliance, you can use these hours for Continuing Education Credits but not towards any 300hr or 500hr certification.
ARE THERE ADDITIONAL COSTS?
You will need to purchase Modern Yoga by Duncan Peak to complete this course. This can be purchased from one of our studios in person, online through one of our approved retailers or via iBooks, if you want a digital copy.