Yoga for anxiety
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Welcome to the YOGA FOR ANXIETY course!
Anxiety can manifest physically in the body, in a variety of ways. Gripped toes, digestive health challenges, tight hip flexors, respiratory system difficulties, sleep health challenges… It can leave us feeling constantly fearful, and we may get the sense that we often over-analyze and spend a lot of time thinking through worst-case scenarios. Anxiety is an incredibly hard, and pervasive set of feelings and experiences to live with. It affects all areas of our life, our relationships, our work, our physical health and even the dreams and goals we have for ourselves.
Yoga is often recommended as a helpful way to manage anxious thoughts and feelings. Mindful movement paired with breathwork can support us in returning to the present moment, and releasing anxious thoughts. And while this is true, yoga is a wide-ranging approach and not all yoga is necessarily effective with anxiety management.
Flow of the course:
- A thoughtfully designed theory class. We will meet for 1h30 to gently explore anxiety, the difference between normal anxiety and anxiety disorders, and what academic and anecdotal research shows us is most effective in utilizing yoga to manage anxiety. We are hopeful that this will be an excellent resource to those that struggle with anxiety, as well as those that support clients with physical and mental health challenges related to anxiety.
- A gently facilitated practical class. We will meet for 1h30 to practically experience the yoga for anxiety we have learnt about in our theory class, and have a final Q&A session to close out the course. We can’t teach or facilitate what we don’t know, so we believe this will be an important way to integrate the learning for both participants looking for support and those looking to learn tools to support their clients.
Schedule:
- Theory class: Thursday, 23 May ’24 at 2pm – 3:30pm SAST.
- Practical class, bonus Q&A: Friday, 24 May ’24 at 2pm – 3:30pm SAST.
NB: This course is free to attend live, recordings access can be purchased here (ZAR 690 before we begin, ZAR 990 thereafter). Alternatively this is included for free for all our library subscription members (ZAR 390 p/m, no lock-ins, cancel anytime), more info here: https://candiceclark.co.za/library-access-subscription/
A digital attendance certificate (for CPD application purposes or otherwise) can be purchased for ZAR 200.00, alternatively it is included for free with the recordings access and those that are library subscription members.
“Our anxiety does not come from thinking about the future, but from wanting to control it .” – KHALIL GIBRAN
“Our anxiety does not come from thinking about the future, but from wanting to control it .” – KHALIL GIBRAN
Candice Clark (your host) is a licensed counsellor and yoga therapist that that specialises in trauma and mental health. She has worked with numerous individuals and on group therapy programs in South Africa and internationally, supporting the enhancement of mental and physical wellbeing. She is currently completing her Masters thesis on trauma-sensitive yoga in the South African context. She trains local psychologists, counsellors, healthcare practitioners and yoga teachers on her research, approaches and methodology. You can read more about her work and training programs here.
Candice Clark (your host) is a licensed counsellor and yoga therapist that that specialises in trauma and mental health. She has worked with numerous individuals and on group therapy programs in South Africa and internationally, supporting the enhancement of mental and physical wellbeing. She is currently completing her Masters thesis on trauma-sensitive yoga in the South African context. She trains local psychologists, counsellors, healthcare practitioners and yoga teachers on her research, approaches and methodology. You can read more about her work and training programs here.
Please book your complimentary spot to this exciting, free, 3 hour, online course by completing the form below. In the week we are due to begin, you will receive an email from me with relevant Zoom links and further program information. Bookings close on Tuesday, 21 May ‘ 24. We are looking so forward to having you with us!
Please book your complimentary spot to this exciting, free, 3 hour, online course by completing the form below. In the week we are due to begin, you will receive an email from me with relevant Zoom links and further program information. Bookings close on Tuesday, 21 May ‘ 24. We are looking so forward to having you with us!
All communication will be done via email. Please read our privacy policy here..
All communication will be done via email. Please read our privacy policy here..
FAQs:
Will there be recordings?
Yes, the live sessions will be recorded, access can be purchased here (ZAR 690 before we begin on 16 May ’24, ZAR 990 thereafter). Alternatively, sign up for our monthly library subscription (ZAR 390 p/m, cancel any time) which includes recordings access to this course and 70+ hours of other workshops, yoga classes and courses!
What if I'm running late for the session?
No problem! The meeting room won’t be locked, you’re welcome to join when you’re ready. The sessions will be recorded, access can be purchased here (ZAR 690 before we begin on 16 May ’24, ZAR 990 thereafter). Alternatively, sign up for our monthly library subscription (ZAR 390 p/m, cancel any time) which includes recordings access to this course and 70+ hours of other workshops, yoga classes and courses!
What is the schedule?
We will have 2 webinars, the one focused on theory and the other focused on a practical experience of yoga for anxiety. Scroll up to a bit ealrier on this page for the full details.
What if I miss the session?
No problem! The sessions will be recorded, access can be purchased here (ZAR 690 before we begin on 16 May ’24, ZAR 990 thereafter). Alternatively, sign up for our monthly library subscription (ZAR 390 p/m, cancel any time) which includes recordings access to this course and 70+ hours of other workshops, yoga classes and courses!
Will I have access to you & questions?
Of course! My email inbox is always open for you.
Can I share this with family and friends?
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