Discover the transformative potential of asana yoga with our 4.5-hour intensive workshop dedicated to personalized alignment. Every body is unique, and understanding your perfect posture is paramount to safely advancing your practice. In this workshop, we focus not only on the physical form, but also on the breath that carries you, the presence you bring to the mat, and the subtle balance between effort and ease. When alignment meets awareness, your practice becomes not just movement, but a path to greater strength, freedom, and softness, both on and off the mat.

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Why This Workshop is Essential for You:

• Steady the Breath, Steady the Practice – Develop breath awareness and learn how to work with your breath to enhance stability, ease, and focus in every pose.
• Master the Blueprint: Understand how the basic poses can guide your entire practice.
• Spot & Correct: Learn to identify common misalignments that can hinder progress or cause injury.
• Balance & Flow: Harness the balance between strength and surrender, grounding and rising.
• Hands-on Learning: Get personalized feedback and experience hands-on adjustments with consent.
• Personalized Alignment: Dive deep into understanding your body's specific needs and nuances. Learn that true alignment is not about the perfect pose but what's perfect for YOU.
• Injury Prevention: A misaligned posture isn't just ineffective, it can be harmful. Unearth common misalignments and master techniques to prevent potential injuries, ensuring a long and healthy yoga journey.
• Harness Yoga's True Power: Yoga isn't just physical, it's a tool for wellness and inner peace. With correct alignment, you don't just optimize physical benefits but also unlock deeper mental tranquility.
• Interactive Experience: Engage in hands-on learning with guided adjustments and real-time feedback. Experience the difference as you refine your poses under expert guidance.

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How to Prepare:

Come ready to explore your practice by bringing a list of three yoga poses where you have alignment questions or challenges. This will help us tailor the workshop to your needs and give you personalized insights.

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About the teacher:

Ine Maes (BE) is a yoga teacher, author, and holistic coach with over 28 years of teaching experience. She started practicing yoga in 1998 and, after years of dedicated practice, earned her first certification in 2010, followed by multiple advanced trainings. As the lead teacher of the Antwerp Yoga Teacher Training and Studio Manager, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her students.

Her personal practice includes Ashtanga, Yin Yoga, and meditation, and she is passionate about sharing the peace and freedom she has found through yoga. Over the years, she has led numerous courses, retreats, and teacher trainings, always emphasizing self-discovery, healing, and transformation. Her approach prioritizes a safe and supportive environment where students can deepen their practice with confidence.

Beyond the mat, Ine is an author of several books on yoga, meditation, and holistic coaching. She also gives workshops and lectures on holistic health, guiding others to integrate yoga and meditation into their daily lives as a tool for meaning, balance, and growth.

In this workshop, Ine will help you refine your practice by prioritizing safety, understanding your body, and cultivating a deeper connection to yourself.

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