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

by: Mark Stephens (Author)

Publisher: North Atlantic Books,U.S.
Edition:Second

Publication Date: 2 April 2024

Language: English

Print Length: 400 pages

ISBN-10: 1623178800

ISBN-13: 9781623178802

Book Description

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.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. 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. The 2nd edition--adapted to meet the needs of the mode yoga teacher--features:Updated sections on yoga history and philosophyDiscussions of trauma-sensitive yogaCoverage of cultural appropriation, racism, and sexism in yoga An inclusive approach that expands beyond the traditional vinyasa flow styleNew photos and illustrations1-page summaries after each chapterAn extended list of references for further leaingDeveloped 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.