Movement Supported by Science
Knowledge Built on Anatomy
Courses Rooted in Respect for the Human Form
What you get:
May & June 2025 Cohort
Dates: May 2, 12 & June 6, 16
A series of deep-dive masterclasses designed for movement teachers & practitioners who want to refine their knowledge, improve their movement practice, and explore the deeper layers of yoga & biomechanics.
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4 labs held on 4 separate dates
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interactive discussion, lecture, and functional practice
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read details below 👇
Live online with access to recordings provided after.
Purchase as a bundle to save $$
Transform the way you guide movement with intentional, inclusive, and effective cueing. Every teacher has been there—you say a cue, and half the room does something entirely different than you expected. Or, even worse, you see confusion, hesitation, or frustration in your students' faces. Why? Because words shape movement. This lab is all about understanding the power of cueing—how it impacts not just what students do but how they feel in their bodies. We’ll dissect different styles of cueing, explore how verbal guidance alters movement patterns, and dive into inclusive cueing that helps create a more accessible and empowering experience for all students. What You’ll Learn: ✅ The 3 pillars of effective cueing—clarity, intention, and adaptability ✅ How subtle language shifts can completely change the experience of a posture ✅ Why cueing for sensation over shape leads to more embodied movement ✅ The difference between directive vs. invitational cueing (and when to use each) ✅ Hands-on movement exploration to feel cueing shifts in real-time Cueing is one of the most underrated and undertrained skills in movement education. Whether you're a yoga teacher, a movement coach, or simply curious about the role of language in movement, this lab will refine and elevate your ability to guide others.
Yoga and movement culture have long glorified "going deeper" into a stretch, but do we actually understand what’s happening in our tissues? Flexibility is not just about pulling on muscles. It’s a complex interplay between the nervous system, connective tissue, and biomechanics. And when we don’t respect that complexity, we run into issues like hypermobility, joint instability, and injury. What We’ll Cover: ✅ What Stretching Actually Does: The physiological truth about flexibility (it’s not just about "lengthening muscles"). ✅ Hypermobile vs. Non-Hypermobile Bodies: How they respond differently to stretching—and why teachers need to know the difference. ✅ Tissue Behavior: How fascia, tendons, and ligaments impact mobility and why passive stretching isn’t always the answer. ✅ The Role of the Nervous System: Why flexibility is more about neurology than just "tight muscles." ✅ Rethinking Flexibility Goals: Practical ways to make stretching safer, smarter, and more sustainable. 💡 This lab is for: Yoga teachers, movement educators, and practitioners who want a science-backed approach to flexibility and joint health.
The yoga industry has spent decades celebrating deep flexibility while largely ignoring the role of strength. But real mobility isn’t just about being flexible—it’s about being strong enough to control that flexibility. To age well, move well, and teach well, we need to build resilience, not just range. This lab will challenge outdated ideas about stretching and show you how to integrate resistance-based movement into your practice and teaching—without losing the fluidity of yoga. What We’ll Cover: ✅ Why Strength Matters More Than We’ve Been Told: The science of strength vs. flexibility in movement longevity. ✅ The Myth of “Tight Muscles”—Why feeling tight doesn’t always mean you need more stretching. ✅ Strength-Based Mobility Training: How to build a practice that increases flexibility without compromising stability. ✅ Why Strength Supports Healthy Aging: The research behind muscle engagement and injury prevention. ✅ Practical Strength Drills for Yoga Teachers & Practitioners: Simple, effective ways to integrate resistance into your movement. 💡 This is for: Yoga teachers, movement pros, and anyone looking to build strength without losing flexibility.
We all carry stress in our bodies, but how we move can either amplify it—or help us process it. Nervous system regulation isn’t just a wellness buzzword. It’s an essential part of movement and teaching, influencing everything from flexibility to recovery to emotional resilience. As someone with lived experience managing PTSD, I’ve spent years studying how movement affects our physiology, stress responses, and healing potential. This lab is about real tools, not just theory. What We’ll Cover: ✅ The Nervous System in Motion: How movement affects stress, trauma responses, and emotional processing. ✅ The Difference Between Overstimulation & Regulation: Why some movement practices leave people more dysregulated. ✅ Polyvagal Theory in Practice: Simple ways to integrate nervous system regulation into your teaching. ✅ Resilient Teaching Strategies: How to adapt your cues, sequences, and pacing to support your students’ nervous systems. ✅ Tools for Self-Regulation: Movement, breathwork, and mindset shifts that help you navigate stress and burnout. 💡 Perfect for: Yoga teachers, wellness professionals, and anyone who wants a more resilient, nervous system-aware approach to movement.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
I really appreciated the depth of space held;
the stretching my thinking outside the box in so many ways.
It's humbling and progressive.
When I took my YTT, I had no intention of teaching - it was simply to expand my practice.
Then Gillian facilitated the Anatomy intensive and I was HOOKED!
Gillian is, without question, the most intuitive facilitator I have come across. Her breadth of knowledge about the human body and the union she develops with yoga, means her students always access their best practice.