Art of Savasana Assists

Savasana can be challenging to settle in to.  It is the bliss state of a yoga practice and the main event in a restorative and nidra class.  When we guide students to “let it go”, many are left wondering “how?”

Learning to guide your students into a deeper restorative & savasana experience using verbal cues, hands-on assists and extra experiences such as essential oil.  This workshop will empower you to confidently serve your students in the best way possible using safe & appropriate techniques in restorative & savasana poses.

We underestimate the grounding effect that human touch provides.  By connecting with other humans, nervous system receives the signal to release into safety.  Nurturing touch is so needed and is a lovely offering to gift your students.

What to expect:

Full day of in-person training with hands-on experience receiving & practice.

·  Peer support & discussions

·  Recommended readings

·  Group discussion chat group post-workshop

In-person – 6 hours

Non-contact hours – 2 hours of required reading & practice

MODULE 1 – INTRODUCTION, ETHICS, CONSENT

·  When & why to offer assists, 3 ways for permission

·  Energetics of assists

·  Student-led vs teacher-led assists

·  How to approach

·  Breath

·  Safety, working with injuries, contraindications

·  Add-ons:  essential oil

MODULE 2 – ASSIST VARIATIONS

·  Head & neck

·  Shoulders

·  Legs

·  Feet

·  Back

·  Poses:  Childs pose, corpse, other restorative postures

·  Head hold

·  Gentle neck pull

·  Shoulder pressure

·  Foot hold or massage

·  Hand hold or massage

·  Back press

·  Scalp, temples, forehead, jaw

·  Elephant walk on legs, back, arms

MODULE 3 – PRACTICUM

·  1-on-1 PRACTICE

MODULE 4 – DEEPEN EXPERIENCE

·  Home reading & practice

·  Karma class offering

*Recommended prerequisite:  200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training.  Savasana Assists Workshop pairs well with Restorative Yoga, Meditation, Yoga Nidra practices.