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As instructors and students, we typically learn anatomy as a system of separate parts rather than as the interconnected continuity it is. As yoga and movement teachers, it’s imperative to have a clear understanding of how the body moves and works as a whole.
Anatomy is often taught as separate parts, but the body’s true function and resilience is shown in how it comes together. In this training, Functional Anatomy for Yoga, Movement, Performance, and Pain Specialists with Tiffany Cruikshank, you will look at connective tissue as the unifying layer of anatomy based on cutting-edge research and findings. This course brings the deeper layers of anatomy to life in a way that’s both realistic and valuable for movement professionals and will provide you with tools to support your practice and work with your clients.
This 22-hour self-paced training includes a digital manual, lectures, quizzes to test your knowledge, movement sessions that incorporate yoga and myofascial release, and homework assignments to help you integrate what you learn.
Tapping into her medical background in Acupuncture and Sports Medicine, Tiffany’s classes are guided by a strong anatomic focus and her ability to teach a deeper understanding of complex subjects. Recognized more broadly as a health and wellness expert, Tiffany has worked with professional athletes and celebrities, as well as renowned medical professionals from around the world.
She has operated her own Chinese Medicine clinics and served as the Acupuncturist and Yoga Teacher at the Nike World Headquarters for over 6 years. Tiffany has graced the cover of over 15 magazines and has been featured as an expert in numerous publications including Prevention, WebMD, Forbes, Huffington Post, Dr Oz, Yoga Journal, Women’s Health, and many others.
She holds a pre-med bachelor’s degree in medicinal plant biology and nutrition and a master’s degree in Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine with a specialty in sports medicine & orthopedics. Tiffany is the author of two books, Optimal Health for a Vibrant Life and Meditate your Weight, is an instructor on YogaGlo.com and runs teacher trainings around the world.
You’ll learn:
Take it at your own pace with unlimited access to the training
This course brings the deeper layers of anatomy to life in a way that’s both realistic and valuable for movement professionals and will provide you with tools to support your practice and work with your clients.
For Yoga Teachers
This training is best suited for yoga teachers, yoga therapists, movement therapists, fitness instructors, physical therapists, and acupuncturists, as well as any instructors or healthcare providers with an interest or specialty in movement or pain.
While this training is open to all, a basic understanding of anatomy will be helpful.
No. There are seven sections, and each consists of a lecture, a movement practice, and a homework assignment.
No, all content is pre-recorded and self-paced!
The training is 22 hours, but the total time to complete it may be longer due to the self-paced nature of the training and the time it will take to complete the homework assignments. There is no deadline for completion.
Yes. Once you complete the training you will have the option to log your hours on the Yoga Medicine website.
If you have yoga props available, please have the following nearby: one or two yoga blocks, two tennis balls or myofascial release balls of the same size, a yoga blanket or large towel, and one yoga strap.
There isn’t a required reading list but recommended reading may be suggested during the training.
Yes, currently Yoga Alliance is accepting all continuing education completed online. This includes both contact and non-contact hours. In order to receive continuing education hours for the training, you will need to complete all sessions and have the Yoga International certificate of completion.
No. You must create an account to access the course materials but you do not need to pay for a membership. If you'd like a membership, you can sign up for a free trial to test it out first! Membership includes unlimited access to classes, meditations, articles, member courses, and more.