15-17 jun 2026 | with aLex Perez

25hr hands on wisdom – anatomy & mindful touch | Assists

€ 440 (regular)
€390 (early bird until Jan 31, 2026)

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Hands-On Wisdom:
Integrating Anatomy and Mindful Touch in Yoga Assists


Join Alex on a transformative journey of hands-on wisdom, where science meets the art of touch. As a licensed medical doctor and dedicated yoga instructor, Alex invites you to explore the rich interplay of anatomical knowledge and sacred touch in yoga assists.


Philosophy:

Mastery comes not just from technique but from a profound connection to oneself and others. With safety of your students as the foundation, you will learn to offer assists with clarity of intention, guided by an in-depth understanding of the human body and basic biomechanics.

Training Highlights


Anatomy and alignment 
Dive deep into the anatomical intricacies of yoga poses. Understand alignment principles that ensure both safety and efficacy in your assists.

Sacred Touch and Partner Yoga
Explore the sacred dimension of touch. Learn to improve the cohesion and intimacy within a group or yoga class through unique partner yoga exercises.

Zen Thai Principles
Explore the principles of Thai Massage and Zen Philosophy, enriching your toolkit with holistic and therapeutic touch techniques.

Real Class Setting Practice
Apply your learning in real class settings. Practice assisting in live classes, honing your skills under the guidance of Alex or other teachers at SHA-LA.

Outcomes
Upon completion, you will emerge equipped to assist any pose, grounded in a solid understanding of underlying principles of hands-on assists. Able to develop your unique style and approach to touch to create a nurturing and transformative experience in your classes. You will be comfortable giving a complete Thai Massage sequence.

Exemplary schedule of a training Day


Friday  

13:00 - 14:30 - Asana Masterclass
14:45 - 16:00 - Introduction to the Concept of Alignment 
16:00 - 18:00 - Asana Lab + Assist Practice 
18:00 - 19:30 - Body Reading and Freedom of Touch


Saturday  
11:00 - 12:30 - Asana Masterclass
12:30 - 14:00 - Principles of Hands-on Assists
14:00 - 15:00 - Break
15:00 - 17:30 - Asana Lab + Assists Practice
17:45 - 19:30 - Zen Thai Workshop 1


Sunday
11:00 - 12:30 - Asana Masterclass
12:30 - 14:00 - Asana Lab + Assists Practice Session 1
14:00 - 15:00 - Break
15:00 - 17:30 - Asana Lab + Assists Practice Session 2
17:45 - 19:00 - Zen Thai Workshop 2
19:00 - 19:30 - Closing Circle and Kirtan

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