40h+ Hands on Assists Training with Céline Ryf
10% Theory, 90% Practice
4 Modules — each Module includes a small theory portion, but consists mainly of practice, practice, practice…because that is how we learn. We will work with a fix sequence that includes the most commonly practiced asanas of each group, practice it to warm up, feel and embody it and then work our way through learning different ways of assisting each group. Each module concludes with a space for questions and sharing.
Note: While we may look at some options of how to support students with props (and they are certainly amazing), the main focus of this course is on how to use your own body and especially your hands as an instrument for assisting students in their experience.
Module 1: Support & Ground — Aug 22/23, 2026
- Understanding why, when and how to assist
- Principles/ethics of hands on assisting
- Assisting standing and balancing asanas
Module 2: Deepen & Lengthen — Sep 11/13, 2026
- Understanding the anatomy of forward bends and hip openers
- Classical assists for those asanas and modifications
Module 3: Twist & Open, Oct 24/25, 2026
- Understanding the anatomy of twists and back bends
- Classical assists for those asanas and modifications
Module 4: Turn & Flow, Nov 07/08, 2026
- Assisting inversions
- Assisting a flow
- Assisting Shavasana
The training is open for yoga teachers and experienced students who’d like to get a deeper understanding of their own practice. Be ready to also be a student and let others learn by assisting you.
Participants who sign up for the whole training will be given priority. They will be given a certificate at the end of the program. However, drop ins may be possible on request.
Preparation: It is recommend to get the book Yoga Assists by Sharon Gannon & David Life
Times
Saturday 13:00 ‑18:00 (break of 30 mins incl.)
Sunday 09:00 ‑12:00 / 13:00 ‑15.30
Language
English & German (depending on group)
Pricing
CHF 835.00 for full registration
or
CHF 245.00 per module
Fees due upon registration
Limited mats available — max. 24 students per module