This Yoga Alliance Continuing Education (YACEP) certified 50-hour Yin Yoga Teacher
Training is designed for yoga teachers, practitioners and wellness professionals who wish to
deepen their understanding of Yin Yoga and develop the skills and confidence to share this
practice with others.
Blending traditional Yin Yoga principles with modern anatomy, fascia research, nervous system
awareness and Traditional Chinese Medicine, this training offers a comprehensive exploration of
the physical, energetic and philosophical foundations of Yin Yoga.
Students will learn not only how to practise Yin Yoga safely and effectively, but also how to
teach with clarity, confidence and authenticity.

Yin Yoga Teacher Training Application
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Our 50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Thailand is designed for yoga teachers, dedicated practitioners, and wellness professionals who want to understand the therapeutic power of long-held postures, mindfulness, and functional anatomy.

Throughout this immersive training, you’ll learn how Yin Yoga complements dynamic practices by improving joint mobility, releasing deep fascial tension, calming the nervous system, and supporting emotional wellbeing. Rather than focusing on muscular strength alone, you’ll explore how stillness becomes a powerful tool for transformation.

Guided by experienced teachers in the peaceful surroundings of Koh Phangan, you’ll gain practical teaching skills, sequencing techniques, meditation practices, and the confidence to safely guide Yin Yoga classes for students of all levels.

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What You Will Learn

• The history and evolution of Yin Yoga
• Yin and Yang theory
• The principles and purpose of Yin practice
• Understanding stillness, surrender and mindful awareness
• The role of meditation and presence within Yin Yoga

• Functional versus aesthetic alignment
• Skeletal variation and individual differences
• Understanding compression and tension
• Joint health and range of motion
• Adapting postures for different bodies

• The role of fascia within Yin Yoga
• Current fascia research and its application to practice
• Hydration, elasticity and tissue adaptation
• Long-held postures and connective tissue response

• Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine
• Yin and Yang theory within TCM
• The Five Elements

• Meridian pathways and energetic anatomy
• Understanding Qi and energy flow
• Applying meridian theory within Yin Yoga classes

• Understanding the autonomic nervous system
• Stress, resilience and regulation
• Rest and digest versus fight or flight
• Breath, awareness and nervous system balance
• Creating practices that support regulation and restoration

• Detailed study of foundational Yin Yoga poses
• Benefits and contraindications
• Modifications and prop usage
• Functional alignment principles
• Energetic and meridian associations
• Teaching methodology and observation skills

• Creating balanced Yin Yoga classes
• Sequencing for the meridians and Five Elements
• Theming and intention setting
• Structuring classes for different populations
• Integrating mindfulness and breath awareness

• Holding space for students
• Language, cueing and communication
• Observation and adaptation
• Developing your authentic teaching voice
• Practice teaching and feedback

Opening Sunday:

Check-in at 2 pm. Orientation and opening dinner at 5 pm.

Program Graduation final Saturday.

Check out at 11 am on the final Sunday.

TRAINING dates

Training Dates
November 8 - 15, 2026
February 14 - 21, 2027
May 16 - 23, 2027
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Seek excellence in our 50-hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training Program

Our 50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training has been thoughtfully designed to help you build a strong foundation in the philosophy, science, and practice of Yin Yoga. Combining the wisdom of traditional yogic teachings with modern insights into functional anatomy, fascia, and mindfulness, this immersive program offers a balanced approach to both personal growth and professional development.

Experience a training that goes beyond mastering postures. Learn to embrace stillness, cultivate presence, and understand how Yin Yoga supports physical health, emotional balance, and mental clarity. Through guided practice, meditation, breathwork, and intelligent sequencing, you’ll develop the confidence and skills to share Yin Yoga with authenticity and compassion.

Who This Training Is For

This training is suitable for:
• Yoga teachers wishing to expand their teaching skills
• Yoga practitioners seeking a deeper understanding of Yin Yoga
• Wellness professionals interested in nervous system regulation and restorative practices
• Therapists, bodyworkers and healthcare professionals seeking a complementary approach
to wellbeing
• Anyone wishing to explore the physical, energetic and philosophical dimensions of Yin
Yoga

Certification

Upon completion of all training requirements, participants will receive a 50-Hour Yin Yoga
Teacher Training Certificate.
This training qualifies as 50 hours of Continuing Education through Yoga Alliance (YACEP).

INSTRUCTOR

Paula Walsh

Paula Walsh

Paula Walsh (E-RYT 500, YACEP) is a senior yoga teacher, yoga teacher trainer and Registered Nurse with 25 years of healthcare experience. Since 2011, she has been teaching yoga internationally, bridging modern anatomy, embodied awareness, traditional yoga and Yin Yoga practice, supporting students in deepening both their personal practice and their skills as teachers.

Over the past decade, Paula has trained and mentored hundreds of students from around the world, supporting them on their journey to becoming confident and authentic Yin Yoga teachers.

She specialises in Yin Yoga, applied anatomy, fascia and nervous system regulation, helping students bridge modern science with the wisdom of Yin yoga and traditional yoga practice. Her approach emphasises the receptive qualities of Yin Yoga, inviting students to slow down, listen deeply and cultivate greater awareness of body, breath and mind.

Known for making complex concepts accessible and engaging, Paula encourages students to move beyond simply learning postures and techniques and into a deeper relationship with themselves. Her teaching invites curiosity, self-inquiry and the cultivation of a practice that supports both personal growth and authentic teaching.

Drawing on her background in nursing, yoga education and years of working with students from around the world, Paula’s approach is grounded, practical and deeply human. She believes that some of the most profound transformations occur not through doing more, but through learning to listen.

Qualifications & Experience

• E-RYT 500 (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher)
• YACEP (Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider)
• Registered Nurse with 25 years of healthcare experience
• Teaching Yoga Internationally Since 2011
• Yin Yoga Teacher Trainer
• Lead Teacher on International Yoga Teacher Trainings
• Specialist in Applied Anatomy, Fascia and Nervous System Education
• Has trained and mentored hundreds of students in becoming Yin Yoga teachers worldwide

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What's Included

  • 7 nights of accommodation.
  • Two healthy vegan / vegetarian meals.
  • Access to salt water pool, steam room, relaxation areas.
  • Sunsets and beach walks.
  • Unlimited herbal tea and filter water.
  • Welcome package and graduation party.
  • Assistance with Motorbike and bicycle rental.
  • Free Wi-Fi

Accommodation Types

Our mixed gender dorm rooms can accommodate up to 4 people. They are simple yet comfortable and include the basics of what you will need. Just steps from the studio.

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We have both private and shared garden rooms. All feature balconies overlooking our lovely garden. Sea breezes will keep you cool.

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The bungalows are elevated and look out over Ananda’s gardens, and towards the Gulf of Thailand and National Marine Park. They are equipped with: Private Bathroom, Hot Water, Air Conditioning, Refrigerator, Safe-Box, Balcony and a Hammock.

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Schedule

TimeActivity
6:45 – 9:15 amMorning Sadhana
9:00 – 11:00 amBreakfast
11:00 – 1.30 pmArt of Teaching
1.30 – 2.30 pmLunch
2.30 – 4:30 pmHistory/ Theory/ Workshop
4.45 – 6.15 Evening Kriyas and Meditation
6:15pmDinner on your own

PRICING

Type of AccommodationUSD
No accommodation $675
Dorm Accommodation (3-Bed Shared)$820
Garden Room (Private)$965
Elevated Bungalow (Private)$1025
  • Starts at $675 and depends on the type of accommodation (see the table)
  • Prices are listed for 1 person
  • A deposit of USD 250 will reserve your spot.
  • 15% discount for Thai nationals and residents

Join our Program

Yin Yoga Teacher Training Application

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  • A Deposit of 250 USD is required to guarantee your reservation. You will receive an email our confirmation of availability. Please note we cannot guarantee your reservation until a deposit is received.
  • Once reservations are confirmed, the deposit is non-refundable.
  • We can only accept guests aged 16 and older.

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    SARAH Chang Mai, Thailand

    New to Kundalini yoga and not knowing what to expect, I went with flow. And that flow brought me to a place and gave me a life experience I will cherish for the rest of my life. It opened my heart and soul and brought me to a level of consciousness and inner peace I could not have anticipated. And for this I am so very grateful…. It was a beautiful experience. I think for anyone who has the opportunity to join Jewels in yoga practice, or life in general will be rewarded by the experience.

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    CATHERINE Bangkok, Thailand

    Raj has a natural talent to communicate and bring Kundalini yoga practice to a whole higher level. He is always so friendly, personable, and clear, as he helps you ease into the practice. He explains movements with clarity while also giving information about how it benefits the body and/or teaching us many interesting facts about the history of Kundalini yoga. Every class is different providing so much new knowledge and leaving me feeling a great sense of calm every time.

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    LIANA Johannesburg, Gauteng

    I first went to Jewel’s Kundalini Yoga classes in Thailand, which made me become passionate about this practice. … I find her always very well prepared, and I very much appreciate her energetic, warm yet professional approach to whatever she does.

    She just knows her stuff, has an amazing capability of getting everyone involved and is truly committed to getting through to the needs of each participant. Feels like searching for the jewel within yourself.

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