This 2 week course teaches the fundamentals of Yoga and Astrology as elements, planets, energy and psychology  relate to both disciplines which are intimately linked in Indian philosophy.

Together Yoga and Astrology provide great tools for understanding and working on the microcosm which is the human level.

Yoga Asana classes are based on working with the chakras. Furthermore the course teaches breathing exercises or pranayama, meditation, restorative exercises, meridian stretching and relaxation which are all profoundly therapeutic tools.

The Astrology program teaches all the fundamental principles necessary to start interpreting your natal chart, including :  Signs of the Zodiac,  Elements,  Qualities and Polarities;  Planets, Houses, Aspects, Rulership and piecing it all together.

Yoga and Astrology are ancient disciplines which focus on personal development and awareness, improving physical, emotional and mental health. The elements, chakras, planets and zodiacal signs are energy fields linking the psyche to the body and are at play all the time as energetic forces.

The course includes Pranayama, Restorative  Asana, Relaxation (Savasana), Meditation, Yoga Philosophy, Psychology and Astrology

Astrology is taught separately, 2 and half hours per day. Yogic theory, Anatomy and Physiology take up 1 and half hours per day.

Sequences taught are designed to improve both strength and flexibility as well as bring awareness to the flow of subtle energy or Prana.

Emphasis is on safety, the use of props, correct breathing and alignment, sequencing, restorative asana, relaxation and meditation as well as dynamic asanas to improve strength, endurance and will power.  

The spiritual notions of Yoga and Astrology are taught in the theory section of the course.

Focus of Yoga and Astrology Training

Astrology focuses on understanding and interpreting the natal chart. We explore the signs of the Zodiac, Elements, Polarity, Planets, Houses and Aspects.

Asana practice is based on Hatha and Yin Yoga, with focus on steadiness, alignment and recuperative poses (reclining postures and relaxation). Asana practise also includes the exploration of the Chakras and the Chinese acupuncture meridians.  

Pranayama are breathing exercises to stimulate the diaphragm, vitalise the body-mind and regulate the flow of energy.

Yoga Philosophy & Psychology is based on the Yoga Sutras and the Chakras

Relaxation Physical, emotional and mental relaxation are essential to recover from stress, fatigue, anxiety and disease.

Mediation is an essential tool for calming the mind and creating stillness and inner peace.

This 100 hour course is divided into 80 contact hours (with teachers) and 20 hours individual or group study.

The course includes :

• Astrology

• Basic anatomy and physiology

• Physiological and energetic effects of asanas, pranayama, meditation and relaxation.

• Benefits and contraindications for all asanas (poses).

• Effects of structural and postural alignment on health and wellbeing.

• Stress and stress management

• The Chakras (energy centres).

• The 4 Elements and the 5 Elements

• The 5 Koshas (Bodies)

Practical Information

Dress Code

Please wear comfortable plain white, yellow or blue clothes, no logos. We like to encourage students to wear positive, happy colours which facilitate learning and energy work. Colour therapy and its association with the chakras will be discussed further during the course.

Attendance

Trainees should attend a minimum of 90% of the course.

Accreditation

This course is fully accredited by Yoga Alliance International as CPD (Continued Professional Training)

Prerequisite

None

Location and Accommodation :

Mikro Xorio, Vathi, Gytheio, Greece

Teachers

Gerry Rixen / Sylvain Pech (www.astrologie-analytique.com)