Teaching Yoga: A Comprehensive Guide for Yoga Teachers and Trainers: A Yoga Alliance-Aligned Manual of Asanas, Breathing Techniques, Yogic Foundations, and More (Second Edition): 1 - Softcover

Stephens, Mark

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1623178800 ISBN 13: 9781623178802

Publisher: North Atlantic Books,U.S., 2024

Synopsis

The bestselling guide for yoga teachers and trainers, revised and updated--a comprehensive Yoga Alliance-aligned manual of asanas, breathing techniques, yogic foundations, and more. <p/>Revised and updated, Teaching Yoga by yoga expert Mark Stephens is one of the most popular resources for new and experienced teachers, and has been a trusted guide since its publication in 2010. <p/>This classic resource covers fundamental topics of yoga history and philosophy, as well as each of the 11 major styles of contemporary yoga. There is also practical advice for every stage of the teaching process, including tools for teaching 108 yoga poses (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), and meditation. <p/>The 2nd edition--adapted to meet the needs of the modern yoga teacher--features: <p/>

• Updated sections on yoga history and philosophy
• Discussions of trauma-sensitive yoga
• Coverage of cultural appropriation, racism, and sexism in yoga
• An inclusive approach that expands beyond the traditional vinyasa flow style
• New photos and illustrations
• 1-page summaries after each chapter
• An extended list of references for further learning

Developed to meet 100% of the teacher training curriculum standards set by Yoga Alliance, the world's leading registry and accreditation source for yoga teachers and schools, Teaching Yoga is ideal for use as a core textbook in yoga teacher training programs.

About this title

About the Author

Mark Stephens is an esteemed yoga instructor who has trained over 1200 yoga teachers. Stephens conducts classes, workshops, and retreats worldwide. From devoted personal practice and a close study of yoga history and philosophy, he brings a non-dogmatic, accessible, and integrated perspective to yoga that makes yoga a resource for healthy living. Stephens considers anatomy, physiology, social and interpersonal dynamics, as well as eastern and western theories of consciousness. He has been practicing yoga daily since 1991 and teaching since 1996. Mark draws from his years as an education consultant and a progressive social change activist to create practical resources for yoga teachers and therapists. Founder of Yoga Inside Foundation, L.A. Yoga Center, and the recipient of Yoga Journal's first annual Karma Yoga Award in 2000. Stephens lives and teaches in Santa Cruz, CA. Prior books include Teaching Yoga, Yoga Sequencing, Yoga Adjustments, Yoga Therapy, and Yoga for Better Sleep.

Edition details

• Publisher: North Atlantic Books,U.S.
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1623178800
• ISBN 13: 9781623178802
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 400