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Explore the emotional landscape of Yin Yoga through energy systems from East and West. This module bridges the Five Elements of Traditional Chinese Medicine with the Chakra System to illuminate how Yin Yoga supports emotional processing and inner harmony. You’ll learn how each element connects to an organ, emotion, and season, and how these energetic forces influence our moods, patterns, and physical wellbeing. Through theory and practice, you’ll explore how to design Yin sequences that support emotional release and energy flow, drawing from the cycles of nature and the wisdom of the subtle body.
YOU'LL LEAVE WITH
Yin sequences built on the Five Elements and the chakras
A clear map of how elements, organs, emotions and seasons connect
Tools to hold space for emotional release, in yourself and others
WHAT THEY ARE SAYING
Hear it from them
01
The Five Elements & their energetics
Understand how Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal & Water relate to organs, emotions, and seasonal rhythms: and how to use them to balance body and mind.
02
Chakra theory & sequencing
Explore chakra-based awareness and movement. Learn how to integrate the chakra system into Yin sequences for deeper emotional resonance.
03
Emotional flow through Yin
Use Yin Yoga as a tool for emotional regulation and release. Learn how energy moves through cycles (Mother–Child, control cycles), and how to adapt practices to different times and inner states.
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THE PROGRAMME
Program overview
HANDS-ON TRAINING
A DAY AT THE TRAINING
Yin practice on the element of the day
Theory: the element, its organs, meridians, emotion and season
Break
Sequencing lab: design a Yin class around the theme
Reflection and closing
WHY THIS TRAINING MATTERS
1. Holistic learning: Combines anatomy, Chinese medicine, Taoist philosophy, and Yin Yoga into an integrated framework. 2. Practical application: Learn how to apply the Five Elements and meridians to your own practice and teaching immediately. 3. Energetic mastery: Gain tools to sense and influence subtle energy flows in the body, enhancing emotional and physical balance. 4. Supportive teaching environment: Small, interactive groups with guided practice, reflection, and personal feedback. 5. Deep inner work: Not just a yoga course: a journey into self-awareness, surrender, and emotional resilience through Yin Yoga.
YOU'LL BE ABLE TO
Integrate the Five Elements into practice: apply Water, Wood, Fire, Earth and Metal to sequencing, intention-setting and energy awareness in Yin Yoga
Balance emotions through the elements: connect each element to its organs, emotions and psychological patterns
Use meridian-focused postures effectively and guide Yin poses that nurture the organ systems of each element
Design personalised Yin sequences: short flows or full classes that honour individual needs
THE RETREAT
Getting there
Where you sleep
Food & Nourishment
A DAY AT THE RETREAT
Your trainers
Who you'll learn from
Indra Paternotte leads this module. Adaptive, intuitive and playful, with over 8,000 hours of teaching, she weaves Traditional Chinese Medicine, the chakra system and Yin Yoga into a practice that is grounded and deeply felt.
I recently completed the 50 hrs Yin Yoga Teacher Training with Indra, and I can honestly say it was a truly enriching and inspiring experience.
Marja
WHO IT'S FOR
You wish to teach Yin Yoga or deepen your existing teaching
You long to explore the deeper emotional and energetic layers of your practice
You are curious about TCM, meridians, or the chakra system
You want to hold space for healing, insight, and rest, in yourself and others
No need to be an expert, just curious and committed
CERTIFICATE
Yoga Alliance Continuing Education
Upon completing the module, you will be eligible to receive a certificate for Continuing Education with Yoga Alliance, effective immediately. Upon completing all four modules, you will receive your 200-hour Yin Yoga Teacher Certificate (Yoga Alliance certified).
PRACTICAL INFO
DATES
Dates to be announced
Fridays and Saturdays, 13:00–19:00
LOCATION
Tribes Studio 'The Flo', Floris Versterlaan 61, Leiden
15 min walk from Leiden Centraal. Restaurants and shops near the station, or bring your own: there is a fridge on site.
PRICE
€1,000
Incl. 21% VAT
INCLUDED
50 hours of training
Training material
Certificate of completion
Not included: travel and meals. There are plenty of places to eat near the studio, or bring your own: a fridge is available.
EARLY BIRD
PAYMENT
€350 deposit when you book; the rest is due before the training starts. Each module is bookable on its own; 20% off when you commit to the full 200h Yin within 3 years, on request.
GROUP
Limited places
YOUR QUESTIONS
Good to know
Is homework given during the training?
You’ll receive a short list of things to review between weekends, usually a mix of reading, revisiting key material, and practising teaching.
That said, how much time you dedicate is completely up to you. We trust you to listen to your own rhythm and choose where to focus your energy, based on your interests and life responsibilities.
Are the manuals included?
No, the manuals are given to you as part of the training.
How good does my English need to be?
Our trainee & trainer(s) community is international and multilingual: you’ll hear many accents and cultural backgrounds in the room. You do need a good understanding of English and the ability to communicate in it, but your English doesn’t have to be perfect. You’re always welcome to ask for clarification or repetition during the training.