Master Techniques

Learn how to safely incorporate weights into your yoga practice to build strength and endurance.

Enhance Mindfulness 

Discover the powerful connection between mental health and physical movement, using mindfulness techniques to deepen your practice.

Build Community/ Empower Others

Connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for yoga and mental wellness, creating a supportive network. Gain the skills to teach transformative classes that emphasize mental health awareness and empowerment through movement.

Denise Alba, LMFT, E-RYT 500, YACEP

Denise Alba is a Licensed Psychotherapist and Founder/CEO of Brave Wellness Studio with a mission to provide access to holistic mental health. Denise received her Bachelors in Human Development, Masters in Counseling Psychology, Integrative Medicine certification and ERYT 500 certifications. With over 10 years of experience in both Yoga and Mental Health, Denise is thrilled to offer a mental health emphasis to yoga teacher training at Brave. Denise enjoys mentoring and connecting one on one with her students and clients, learning their stories and empowering them to live Bravely.

YACEP Provider

Brave School of Yoga is an accredited YACEP school through Yoga Alliance. Successful completion of this course will provide 50 Continuing Education Hours. 

Curriculum

12 Chapters · 65 Lessons

  1. 1

    Welcome!

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      Welcome from Denise

  2. 2

    Module 1- Intro to Weighted Yoga Sculpt

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      What is Weighted Yoga Sculpt

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      Benefits of Weighted Yoga Sculpt

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      Article & Discussion

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      Class Essentials

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      Class with Denise

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      Module 1 Quiz

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    Module 2- Mental Health and Weighted Yoga

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      Mental Health Terms & Definitions

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      Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Nervous System explained

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      Connection Between Exercise and Mental Health

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      Techniques for Mental Health Integration

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      Supportive Class Environment with Denise

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      Module 2 Quiz

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    Module 3- Anatomy & Physiology

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      Key Muscle Groups

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      Important Joints

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      Physiological Effects

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      Module 3 Quiz

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      Anatomy & Physiology Video

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    Module 4- Weighted Yoga Sculpt Techniques

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      Equipment

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      Sample Exercises

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      Module 4 Quiz

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    Module 5- Teaching Methodology

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      Cueing Techniques

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      Cueing Intro Video

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      Sequence with Cues & Modifications

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      Classroom Management

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      Classroom Management with Denise

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      Module 5 Quiz

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    Module 6- Class Sequencing

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      Sample Class Structure

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      Training Sequence '25

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      Sequencing Take Aways

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      Module 6 Quiz

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    Module 7- Safety and Modifications

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      General Safety Tips

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      Weight Demo

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      Common Modifications

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      Poses to Look Out For

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      Module 7 Quiz

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    Module 8- Sequence Breakdown & Teaching

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      Intro to Sequence Breakdown

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      Mindfulness & Awareness

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      Mindfulness & Awareness Video Submission

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      Sun A

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      Sun A Video Submission

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      Transition to Sun B & Sun B

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      Transition to Sun B & Sun B

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      Squats, Cardio, Curl/Push up Series

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      Squats, Cardio, Curl/Push Up Video Submission

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      Sun B +

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      Sun B + Video Submission

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      Core

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      Core Video Submission

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      Surrender

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      Surrender Video Submission

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    Module 9- Music and Atmosphere

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      Creating Playlists

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      Atmosphere

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      Playlist

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      Music & Playlists

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      Module 8 Quiz

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      Full 60 min Video Submission

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    Module 10- Business and Ethics of Teaching

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      Professional Conduct

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      Liability Insurance

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      A Crash Course in Liability Insurance

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      Sample Release and Waiver

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      Business Skills

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      Module 9 Quiz

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    Final Video Submission and Graduation!

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      Final Video Submission

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      CONGRATULATIONS!

Unlock your Inner Strength!

Discover the transformative power of weighted yoga sculpt, harmonizing mind-body wellness to ignite your inner strength all at your own pace and with the support of your mentor, Denise. 

$500.00

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