THE COMPLETE YIN YOGA
TEACHER TRAINING WITH JENNIFER CRESCENZO
Join world-renowned Yin trainer Jennifer Crescenzo for our 30-hour Yin Fundamentals Teacher Training – an immersive weekend experience perfect for anyone with a love of Yin looking to unlock new layers of depth in your own practice, as well as Yoga teachers looking to optimally introduce Yin into your repertoire or add a whole new dimension of richness to all the Yoga experiences you deliver.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this incredibly rewarding training starting Friday 27 October 2023!
Join world-renowned Yin trainer Jennifer Crescenzo for our 30-hour Yin Sequencing Training – an immersive weekend experience perfect for anyone with a love of Yin looking to unlock new layers of depth in your own practice, as well as those looking to teach Yin Yoga at its fullest potential or add a new dimension of richness to all the Yoga experiences you deliver.
Yin Sequencing takes you on a deep dive into the implementation of Yin postures as something far greater than the sum of their parts, with an advanced understanding of Body Maps such as Tom Myers’ Anatomy Trains, Chinese Five Element Theory and the meridians of Traditional Chinese Medicine that will empower you to intelligently create Yin sequences for different physical and energetic intentions.
Don’t miss the Special Early Bird Rate by enrolling today – training starts Friday 22 March 2024!
Welcome to The Complete Yin Yoga – a unique and comprehensive 50-hr Teacher Training with world-renowned Yin pioneer Jennifer Crescenzo compiled from the culmination of her inimitable expertise, energy and experience of leading Yin Trainings and classes in Australia and internationally for over 15 years.
Perfect for anyone with a love of Yin looking to unlock new layers of depth in your own practice, as well as Yoga teachers wanting to add a fresh dimension of richness to the all the Yoga experiences you deliver while discovering how to sequence and teach Yin at its fullest potential, immerse yourself in the ultimate journey through the art, science and practice of Yin Yoga.
Yin Yoga is a liberating, mindful and highly adaptable style of Yoga that invites you to step into a more intimate relationship with each posture and explore deeper into your awareness of body, mind and subtle energy flow.
In this “retreat-style” training weekend right here at Moksha, you’ll develop a thorough understanding of Yin and its optimal teaching methodologies, while discovering a new level of insight into the anatomy of human movement, how to powerfully influence the flow of subtle energies and invite the deeper benefits of the practice into your everyday way of being.
Jennifer has been a pioneer of Yin Yoga in Australia – teaching Melbourne’s first Yin classes and leading Yin Yoga Teacher Trainings around the globe. Mentored by Yin Yoga founder Paul Grilley, she remains at the forefront of Yin by continually upgrading her vast understanding of movement, anatomy, energetics and rich philosophy from the world’s leaders in their fields.
Jennifer has been a pioneer of Yin Yoga in Australia – teaching Melbourne’s first Yin classes and leading Yin Yoga Teacher Trainings around the globe. Mentored by Yin Yoga founder Paul Grilley, she remains at the forefront of Yin by continually upgrading her vast understanding of movement, anatomy, energetics and rich philosophy from the world’s leaders in their fields.
As an Emmy-award winning filmmaker Jennifer has been immersed in the art and craft of storytelling for over 30 years and is passionate about sharing the tools and frameworks she has used to create both films and her signature Yin Yoga sequences.
COURSE DETAILS
The 60-hour Full Training is ideal for anyone looking to immerse themselves on a journey into the rich teachings of Yin and equip you to confidently create and optimally sequence deeply effective Yin experiences in both your teaching delivery and personal home practice.
Weekend 1: Yin Fundamentals covers all the foundational philosophy and movement science behind the Yin method, along with the Yin postures, ideal delivery cues and the most effective use of props, before Weekend 2: Yin Sequencing takes a deeper dive into the all-important implementation of these fundamentals as something far greater than the sum of their parts, with an advanced understanding of Body Maps such as Tom Myers Anatomy Trains, Chinese Five Element Theory and the meridians of Traditional Chinese Medicine that empower you to intelligently create Yin sequences for different physical and energetic intentions.
This complete 30-hour fundamentals training is ideal for anyone looking to immerse themselves on a journey into the rich teachings of Yin and will equip you to confidently create deeply effective Yin experiences in both your teaching delivery and personal home practice.
Jennifer will draw from her extensive expertise to share all the fundamental philosophy and movement science behind the Yin method, along with the Yin postures, ideal delivery cues, the most effective use of props and introducing optimal sequencing of the practice to achieve a variety of intentions.
This training is hosted in-studio at the Moksha Academy of Yoga (437A Centre Road, Bentleigh 3204, Australia) and will be made available via real-time Virtual Delivery for participants unable to physically attend in person.
All students who complete these trainings will earn a Certificate of Completion, and Yoga Teachers can use these hours towards Continuing Education requirements.
Each 30-hour training weekend is also available separately for those wanting to unlock a basic home Yin practice or embark on introducing Yin methods into your teaching with Yin Fundamentals, as well as established Yin Yoga Teachers or long-time Yin students looking to upskill and further advance the effectiveness of your teaching and practice with Yin Sequencing.
Take an immersive, insightful and profoundly inspiring 50-hr journey into the rich teachings, philosophy and movement science behind the Yin method, equipping you to confidently create deeply impactful Yin experiences in your personal practice and/or your teaching delivery.
You do not need to be a qualified Yoga Teacher to attend this training, but some previous experience with Yin Yoga is helpful. All students who complete these trainings will earn a Certificate of Completion, and Yoga Teachers can use these hours towards Continuing Education requirements.
All trainings are hosted in-studio at the Moksha Academy of Yoga (437A Centre Road, Bentleigh 3204, Australia) and will be made available via real-time Virtual Delivery for participants unable to physically attend the studio.
Weekend 1 – Yin Fundamentals
Friday (evening) 10 October – Sunday 12 October 2024
In our first weekend of Yin practice, breathwork, posture labs and discussion you’ll discover how to skilfully guide yourself and your students through the postures of Yin with optimal effectiveness.
You’ll explore the language of Yin, the Target Area approach to cueing and creative use of supportive props to flow more easily in postures. We’ll also delve into the application of Taoist philosophy to the practice, as well as the fundamental movement science that empowers you to apply Yin techniques from a thoroughly informed space.
FULL DETAILS
Part I – Yin Fundamentals (25 hours)
Friday 10 October – Sunday 12 October 2024
Contact Hours: 21 (Friday evening 4pm – 7pm; Saturday & Sunday 9:30am – 6:30pm)
Non-Contact hours: 4 (included online reading and viewing material)
Daily Schedule
Friday evening:
- Welcome & Taoist Breathing practice
- Opening Ceremony and Statements of Intention
- Taoist Philosophy Intro
- Guided Yin Practice
Saturday:
- Taoist Breathing
- Your “Yinsides” including anatomy of muscles and fascia and nervous system dynamics
- Flexibility, Yoga Culture, and the Language of Yin
- Yin Posture Labs (breaking down poses and using props)
- Guided Yin Practice
Sunday:
- Yin Yoga, Injury, and Chronic Pain
- Descriptive Language in Yin
- Yin Posture Labs (breaking down poses and using props)
- Practice Teaching
- Guided Yin Practice
Weekend 2 – Yin Sequencing: The Art of Storytelling
Friday (evening) 28 November – Sunday 30 November 2024
The best Yin Yoga classes don’t just stretch the body – they move the heart.
Like great stories, they linger. They help students see themselves differently, and as teachers that’s one of the most powerful shifts we can help create.
Our final weekend is a 3-day training that empowers you to do more than just guide postures, but to master the all-important art of intelligently crafting experiences that are cohesive, intentional and emotionally resonant by telling a story through your sequences.
You’ll deepen your understanding of Yin philosophy, chakras, meridians, mudras and acupressure, discovering how to bring this ancient wisdom to life with confidence and clarity through meaningful modern-day storytelling.
You’ll leave with practical tools and techniques to help you:
- Plan Yin classes with stronger themes and clearer sequencing
- Align your cues and energy with the emotional arc of the class
- Use body language, tone and rhythm to enhance the student journey
- Feel more confident delivering philosophical insights in a grounded, relatable way
FULL DETAILS
Part II – Yin Sequencing (25 hours)
Friday 28 November – Sunday 30 November 2024
Contact Hours: 21 (Friday evening 4pm – 7pm; Saturday & Sunday 9:30am – 6:30pm)
Non-Contact hours: 4 (included online reading and viewing material)
Daily Schedule
Friday evening:
Yin Cueing, Pacing and Body Language
Discover how to shape the feel of your class by choosing not only the right postures, but the right language, tone and pacing to guide your students through them.
Explore how your presence, gestures, and cues can create a story arc – from beginning to end – so your class has flow, emotional impact and depth.
You’ll learn through:
- Led Yin practice with integrated storytelling
- Practical breakdowns of cueing and pacing
- Small group exercises to practice and refine your teaching voice
Saturday:
Playing with the Elements
Yin Yoga can be deeply grounding, but it can also be light, spacious or fiery. By adjusting the timing of your cues and the rhythm of your postures, you can shape an elemental arc – evoking water, fire, earth or air in your class.
You’ll also explore the power of adding mudras, acupressure, and meditation to shift energy and mood.
Expect a mix of:
- Element-themed Yin classes
- Creative sequencing labs
- Feedback sessions to build confidence and creativity
Sunday:
Playing with the Archetypes
Bring your sequences to life with characters and symbols from yogic and Taoist mythology. Whether it’s the wisdom of the elephant, the stealth of the tiger or the mystery of the dragon – these archetypes can offer students powerful metaphors for inner exploration.
Learn how to thread these figures into your class in ways that feel authentic and enriching, not theatrical.
On this final day, you’ll:
- Practice archetype-inspired sequences
- Build your own mythologically themed class
- Receive feedback to strengthen your storytelling voice
YIN YOGA WORKSHOP
EXPAND YOUR SENSE OF SELF: YIN YOGA & THE CHAKRAS
Before embarking on your training, come meet Jennifer and join her on a Yin journey within – an experiential exploration deep into your energetic anatomy to expand your sense of Self and enrich your connection to everyone and everything around you.
This Yin Yoga Immersion will focus on the Earth and Water elements in our Lower Chakras using an array of tools and techniques incorporating Mudra (meditative hand gestures), Pranayama (breathing techniques) and Yin Yoga poses.
Open to ALL LEVELS, experienced students or teachers will discover new ways to sense, describe and incorporate energetic anatomy into your teaching or practice, while newer students will develop an awareness around the nature of your energy body and how Yoga can help you get to know yourself better, become more present and feel more wholly connected.
Saturday 5 February 2022
1:30pm – 4pm
Investment: $40
Discover more and secure your place now at https://www.mokshayoga.com.au/event/yin-chakra-immersion/
BOOK YOUR TRAINING
Places are limited so be sure to secure your spot at the training by enrolling online. Feel free to call us on 03 9557-5885 or drop us an email at ytt@mokshayoga.com.au with any questions you have, or see the Frequently Asked Questions section at the foot of this page.
By purchasing any of the options below you are confirming your agreement to all of the following Terms and Conditions including the Student Refund Policy, so please take a moment to read them first.
Terms & Conditions
ENROLMENT PROCEDURE
All enrolments can be made online through the Moksha Yoga website at www.mokshayoga.com.au/yin-yoga-teacher-training
Students undertaking these trainings are required to finalise payment at the point of enrolment.
Once enrolment and payment has been made, the Moksha Academy of Yoga Student Withdrawal and Refund Policy will apply (detailed below).
REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
Each training weekend earns the associated Certificate of Completion based on the total Contact and Non-Contact hours completed. All educational materials required to complete the Non-Contact hours component of each trainings are provided.
The Certificate of Completion is recognised as professional development hours. There is no formal qualification required to teach Yin Yoga, yet please note it is generally a requirement of Australian Yoga Studios, gyms and insurers that you have at least an RYT200 accreditation (Registered Yoga Teacher 200hrs) or equivalent to be deemed qualified for teaching any style of Yoga to the public.
STUDENT REFUND POLICY
All requests to withdraw from the training must be made in writing to the Moksha Academy of Yoga.
Where the Academy receives notification in writing to withdraw from the course at least 3 weeks prior to the commencement of your first enrolled training weekend, the Academy will refund tuition payments made less a fee of 30% to cover administrative and backfilling costs.
Where notification to withdraw from the course is received less than 3 weeks prior to commencement of your first enrolled training weekend, students are not entitled to any refund of course fees and therefore we strongly advise all students to give due consideration to their commitment prior to enrolment.
Please note, the Moksha Academy of Yoga reserves the right to cancel or amend any training course due to insufficient enrolment. Notice will be provided with the option to reschedule for a future course date or to receive a full refund of fees.
Yin Fundamentals Training: $795
Comprehensive 30-hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training certification to enrich your practice and inspire your teaching
The Complete Yin Yoga – Teacher Training with Jennifer Crescenzo: $1395
*Contact us for more details and future training dates
Special Early Bird Rate $1245 until Monday 15 September 2025!
(Discount applied at final checkout screen)
40-hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training Online Immersion: $1,145
Special Early Bird Rate: $995 NOW EXTENDED UNTIL TRAINING STARTS!
(Discount applied at final checkout screen)
Yin Fundamentals (Weekend 1 only) $895
Yin Sequencing (Weekend 2 only) $795
Double Deep-Dive Discount: $995
25-hour Yin Immersion: The Chakras AND 25-hour Yin Immersion: The Divinities over 2 inspirational weekends
Frequently Asked Questions
Am I required to do a teacher training in order to teach Yin?
Legally, you are not required to attend a Yin Teacher Training in order to lead Yin Yoga classes.
So, why should I attend a training?
The Yin method asks students to step into a more intimate relationship with the postures of yoga. Yin students get to adapt the postures to suit their own unique needs. And you get to teach them how to do this mindfully and skillfully! So, you’ll need ways to describe what a student is trying to feel through a stretch and how to observe and respond to sensations as they arise. In order to do this effectively, you’ll need to draw on a deeper understanding of anatomy than most 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Trainings offer. You’ll also need some creative and effective ways to use props to inspire your students to find the variations and adaptation that are right for them. Once you learn the postures of Yin Yoga, then it’s time to sequence them so that your students can really feel the benefits!
Okay, I’m ready to attend a training. Why should I do Jennifer’s training?
Jennifer is a Yoga Alliance E-RYT 500 and Certified Continuing Education Provider with over 20 years of teaching experience in the U.S. and Australia. So, your training hours are recognized by both Yoga Alliance and Yoga Australia as Continuing Education Credits. She has been at the forefront of Yin Yoga in Australia, teaching Melbourne’s first Yin classes and writing and facilitating Yin Teacher Trainings delivered across Australia and internationally. Jennifer loves to learn and has studied with innovators and educators including Paul Grilley, Tom Myers, Gil Hedley, Sarah Powers, Leslie Kaminoff, and MovNat to name a few. Before becoming a yoga teacher, she spent a decade writing and producing documentary films and this time immersed in storytelling helps her structure her trainings and communicate ideas with clarity and conviction. In addition, Jennifer has co-written and facilitated multiple YA certified 200 Hour Teacher Trainings and co-created Anatomy for Yoga teacher trainings.
I’m a yoga student who just wants to understand more about Yin Yoga. Can I attend a training?
Yes. This training will give you the tools you need to practice safely and effectively at home.
I’ve done some Yin training before with another instructor. Will I still benefit from this course?
Yes. Jennifer’s trainings offer a more in-depth look at the physical and energetic anatomy, and rich philosophies that inform the Yin practice, involve plenty of practical teaching and embodied movement play, while her approach to Yin postures, sequences and creative use of props has many unique elements.
I did a Yin training with Jennifer a few years ago. Should I do another one?
Jennifer continually attends trainings with leaders in the field of fascia such as Tom Myers and Gil Hedley and studies Chakras, Meridians, and Yoga philosophy with Paul Grilley. Her understanding of movement is always evolving through her own exploration which includes Yin Yoga, Flow Yoga, Primal Movement, and Olympic Lifting. Jennifer’s trainings are always evolving to reflect new ideas and experiences. No training is ever quite the same!
Are there any prerequisites for this course?
You will get the most out of this course if you have been practicing Yin Yoga consistently. However, if you don’t have previous Yin experience but are really keen to learn, exceptions will be considered on a case by case basis.
When I complete the course, do I earn a certificate?
Yes. As Jennifer is a certified Continuing Education Provider, you will earn a Certificate of Completion. These hours will fulfil continuing education requirements.
What if I cannot attend the whole course?
Any Teacher Training is a commitment whether you are doing it for personal development or to develop new skills as a Yoga teacher. Before you sign up for the course, ask yourself if you are really ready and able to make the commitment. In order for you to get the most out of your experience, we expect you to be present for the entire course. If you cannot attend a portion of the course due to unexpected circumstances, you will need to make up those hours by attending classes with Jennifer at your own expense. If you miss multiple sessions, Jennifer won’t be able to issue you a Certificate of Completion.
MEET JENNIFER
Jennifer Crescenzo has been a pioneer of Yin Yoga in Australia – teaching Melbourne’s first Yin classes and leading Yin Yoga Teacher Trainings around the globe for over 15 years. Mentored by Yin Yoga founder Paul Grilley, she remains at the forefront of Yin by continually upgrading her vast understanding of movement, anatomy, energetics and rich philosophy from the world’s leaders in their fields.
She is keenly interested in the ethics and philosophy behind the asana practice and has studied in Yoga ashrams and Buddhist meditation centres around the world and completed specific courses in the Chakras, the Bhagavad Gita and the yoga sutras of Patanjali.
With a deep interest in the transformative power of movement, Jennifer has also trained in dance, martial arts and Olympic lifting. She has studied movement science, neuroscience, trauma and chronic pain with pioneering educators like Greg Lehman, Tom Myers, Gil Hedley, Robert Schleip, Bo Forbes, and Bessel van der Kolk.
When Jennifer teaches, she draws on many methods of stretching and joint conditioning, breathing techniques, acupressure and meditation to help you feel your best. Using her years of experience as an Emmy-award winning filmmaker, she tells “movement stories” that help people achieve their athletic goals, decrease stress, manage chronic pain and focus their creative energy.
“Jen’s Yin course was outstanding. It has given me not only a better appreciation of the practice, but the skill set and confidence to create intelligent, creative sequencing that supports the body. Jen’s guidance on the use of postures, props and modifications has also enabled me to better suit the practice to every individual. Jen has also had a great influence on the way I now teach Yin. I highly recommend Jen’s course for anyone interested in either teaching or practicing Yin Yoga.”
– Ryan Mannix
“When I looked to increase my own personal knowledge of Yin Yoga, there was no better choice than Yin Yoga teacher training with Jennifer. Her curiosity and ability to translate, for all audiences, the incredible research she has completed into human movement (at a cellular level) is remarkable. If you have the chance to train with this wonderful lady, don’t pass by the opportunity.”
– Mary Willis
“Brilliant delivery Jennifer. You’ve done the hard work. I would train with you again for sure. One of the best teachers I’ve come across offering contemporary knowledge infused with ancient wisdom.”
– Srey Man
FREE YIN YOGA CLASS AND TRAINING Q&A
WITH JENNIFER CRESCENZO
There’s nothing quite like the opportunity to experience the deep-reaching possibilities of Yin Yoga in a special class led by Jennifer, before getting a real feel for the Teacher Training course in an open forum to ask all the questions you have.
Sunday 25 February:
Yin Yoga Class 5:30pm – 6:45pm (FREE pass for those attending the Teacher Training Q&A)
Yin Yoga Teacher Training Q&A 6:45pm – 7:15pm
Location: Moksha Yoga – 437A Centre Road, Bentleigh 3204
To book your spot simply email us at ytt@mokshayoga.com.au or give us a call on 03 9557-5885. You can also book in online for the class and Q&A session by navigating to the event date via our Schedule:
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