Niel Asher Education
Foundations of Yoga: Building a Strong Practice Specialization

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Niel Asher Education

Foundations of Yoga: Building a Strong Practice Specialization

Build Strength, Flexibility, and a Calm Mind. How movement, breath, and mindfulness regulate the autonomic nervous system and support well-being.

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Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • The physiological and therapeutic effects of Hatha Yoga on the autonomic nervous system.

  • How to design and adapt yoga sequences and breathing practices to support recovery and overall health.

  • How to apply yoga-based strategies for stress management and emotional well-being in clients and personal practice.

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December 2025

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Specialization - 3 course series

What you'll learn

  • How to use breathwork and sequencing to shift ANS state (down-regulation/activation)

  • How to adapt poses and practices safely for pain, fatigue, or limited mobility

Skills you'll gain

Category: Manual Therapy
Category: Contraindication
Category: Mental Health Therapies
Category: Pain Management
Category: Respiratory Care
Category: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Category: Exercise Therapy
Category: Athletic Training

What you'll learn

  • How to design safe yoga progressions for clinical and wellness goals

  • How to integrate yoga into rehabilitation and client care plans

Skills you'll gain

Category: Clinical Practices
Category: Athletic Training
Category: Patient Evaluation
Category: Physical Science
Category: Manual Therapy
Category: Mental Health Therapies
Category: Cognitive flexibility
Category: Adaptability
Category: Exercise Therapy
Category: Physical Therapy
Category: Rehabilitation
Yoga for Every Body

Yoga for Every Body

Course 33 hours

What you'll learn

  • How to modify poses with props and progressions for safe recovery

  • How to design yoga-based rehab for mobility, strength, and pain relief

Skills you'll gain

Category: Sports Medicine
Category: Exercise Therapy
Category: Stress Management
Category: Clinical Practices
Category: Adaptive Equipment
Category: Human Musculoskeletal System
Category: Athletic Training
Category: Anatomy
Category: Physical Therapy
Category: Adaptability
Category: Injury Prevention
Category: Kinesiology
Category: Rehabilitation
Category: Mindfulness

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