The Magic Touch Workshop

The Magic Touch Workshop 

Assisting in the practice of asanas is crucial for practitioners to advance. It not only offers support for deeper asana exploration but also fosters trust, body awareness, and presence for both practitioners and teachers.

12 hours Hands on Assists Yoga Workshop

Workshop Schedule:

FIRST DAY – JAN 23th

9h30 – 10h : Short meditation followed by Energising Breath Work
10h – 11h15 : Jivamukti Yoga 75min Open Class to prepare the body
11h15 – 11h30 : Small break. Grabbing note book & phone, prepare for practice !

11h30 – 13H30 : Hands-on Assist Workshop Part I :
Introduction of hands on assists and different principles (theory)
Standing Asanas :
5 different asanas : Alignment + Demonstration of 3-4 different assists on each asana + Practice & corrections.
Forward folds Part I :
5 different asanas : Alignment + Demonstration of 3-4 different assists on each asana + Practice & corrections.
13h30 – 14H30 : LUNCH BREAK

14h30 – 16h30 : Hands-on Assist Workshop – Part II
Forward folds Continuation
Twists :
5 different asanas : Alignment + Demonstration of 3-4 different assists on each asana + Practice & corrections.
Back bends Part I :
6 different asanas : Alignment + Demonstration of 3-4 different assists on each asana + Practice & corrections.

SECOND DAY – JAN 24th

9h30 – 10h : Short meditation followed by Energising Breath Work
10h – 11h15 : Jivamukti Yoga 75min Open Class to prepare the body
11h15 – 11h30 : Small break. Grabbing note book & phone, prepare for practice !

11h30 – 13h30 : Hands on Assists Workshop III
Back Bends Continuation
Inversions Part I :
5 different asanas : Alignment + Demonstration of 3-4 different assists on each asana + Practice & corrections.

13h30 – 14H30 : LUNCH BREAK

14h30 – 16h30 : Hands on Assist Workshop Part IV
Inversions Continuation
Assisting in movement : The Dance of assisting a continuous flow
Sun Salutation A and Jivamukti Sun Salutation : Different types of assisting, Demonstration + Practice & Corrections.
Questions + Opportunity of asking for demonstration on asanas non explored.

What you will learn :
Proper alignment of the different asanas explored.
How to give the right cues / verbal assists
How to assist : Standing, Forward Bends, Backbends, Twists, and Inversions Asanas.
How to assist in a flow/ continuous movement without interrupting or disturbing the student
Understand the essence of assisting and the qualities of effective assists.
How to prepare for assisting.
How to recognise fear, stress, and disengagement on a practitioner.
How to assist with confidence and trust.
Energetic flow within asanas.
How to respect limits of a body without compromising the support needed.
What TO AVOID when you assist

️Save The Date January 23th and 24th from 9h30 to 16h30

️ Save your spot booking at Samma Karuna

Location :
Samma Karuna

Self Investment:
6200 thb

Renowned for its hands-on assist teaching approach, Jivamukti Yoga is recognized worldwide. As an Experienced Jivamukti Yoga Teacher, I am excited to lead this workshop for you. This session aims to not only enhance your yoga asana assist skills, but also deepen your grasp of the art of assisting and alignment as well as gaining confidence as a yoga teacher and in your support for your students.

See you on the Magic Carpet !

Minerva La Rosa