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28.09.
4:30 PM Opening Circle
5:00 PM Yin Yoga
7:30 PM Dinner
29.09.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Dynamic Flow
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Breakfast
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Input: Anatomy of the Nervous System
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Break
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Input: Somatic Exercises, Meditation, TCM
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Yin Yoga
30.09.
8:30 - 10:00 Dynamic Flow
10:00 - 11:00 Breakfast
11:00 - 13:00 Input: Nervous System, Polyvagal Theory, Window of Tolerance
13:00 - 15:00 Break
15:00 - 17:00 Input: Yin Yoga and the Nervous System
17:00 - 19:00 Yin Yoga
01.10.
8:00 - 10:00 Dynamic Flow
10:00 - 11:00 Breakfast
11:00 - 13:00 Input: Trauma and Trauma-Informed Yoga
FREE (+ Reflection Exercise)
02.10.
8:30 - 10:00 Dynamic Flow
10:00 - 11:00 Breakfast
11:00 - 13:00 Input: Touch and Breath
13:00 - 15:00 Break
FREE (+ Reflection Exercise)
17:30 - 19:00 Yin Yoga
03.10.
8:30 - 10:30 Dynamic Flow and Closing Circle
10:30 Breakfast
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70H Yin Yoga Teacher Training for Nervous System
Dieses Modul vertieft deinen somatischen Zugang im Yin Yoga, indem du systematisch lernst, wie das Nervensystem funktioniert, wie traumasensible Sprache wirkt und wie somatische Tools eine sicherere, regulierende Yin-Yoga-Praxis gestalten.
Module 6: YIN FOR THE NERVOUS SYSTEM (in German)
Part of the Yoga Alliance certified 100-hour Yin Yoga teacher training in Vienna or a non-YA-certified 200-hour training
Small group: max. 14 participants
Retreat participation also possible
28.09. - 03.10.2026 @Filion Eco Hotel - Evia Island / Greece
Module 6: Yin for the Nervous System – Nervous System, Trauma-Sensitive Yoga and Somatic Tools in Yin Yoga
Yin Yoga is inherently a somatic practice that directly addresses both the body and the nervous system. Not every person responds in the same way to passive postures or invitations into stillness; for some, an asana sequence is not automatically experienced as relaxing, but may instead trigger stress responses or challenges in regulation. Without an understanding of the nervous system and trauma-sensitive approaches, such reactions often remain unnoticed or unaddressed.
For this reason, this module introduces the foundational principles of nervous system education and Polyvagal Theory, in order to understand the complexity of regulation and response. You will learn how to use nervous-system-friendly language, apply somatic tools, and structure Yin Yoga classes in a way that supports clearly defined learning objectives, safety, regulation, and inclusive experience.
The preceding modules (Foundations, Meditation, TCM/Acupressure) provide a solid base. This module builds upon that foundation and offers a space for practice and reflection in which you learn to teach Yin Yoga not only technically, but also somatically and systemically.
Contents of the Yin Yoga Training – Nervous System, Trauma, and Somatic Tools
Introduction to the anatomy and functioning of the nervous system and the principles of Polyvagal Theory
Foundations and principles of trauma-sensitive yoga and their relevance for teaching practice
Application of somatic tools, breathing techniques, and relaxation practices for nervous system regulation
Integration of meditation, Yoga Nidra, and meridian and acupressure knowledge to support physical and energetic regulation
Practical Yin Yoga sessions with nervous-system-oriented sequences and somatic exercises
Group work, theoretical input, and reflective processes to deepen understanding and integration
Audio and reading materials for preparation and post-training integration
Learning Objectives – After completing this module, you will be able to:
Explain the basic functioning of the nervous system and the principles of Polyvagal Theory
Recognize signs of stress and trauma responses in practitioners
Apply trauma-sensitive language and didactic strategies in Yin Yoga teaching
Use somatic tools competently for regulation and self- and group awareness
Design Yin Yoga sequences that are nervous-system-friendly, safe, and inclusive
Guide teaching situations in a way that minimizes triggering and actively supports regulation
Included in Module 6 – Yin for the Nervous System
Theory and practical training in a contemporary somatic approach with a focus on the nervous system
Introduction to Polyvagal Theory, trauma-sensitive language, and somatic tools
Daily Yin Yoga practice integrating nervous-system-friendly elements
Meditation, Yoga Nidra, and somatic exercises combined with Yin Yoga
Group work and reflective exercises to deepen understanding and integration
Audio and reading materials for preparation for the training
Two experienced teachers
Optional retreat format with daily practice, accommodation, and meals included (for retreat participants)
Who is the Yin Yoga & Nervous System Training in Greece for?
This training is designed for people who wish to expand their Yin Yoga practice and teaching through a well-grounded nervous-system-informed and trauma-sensitive perspective. It is suitable for you if you:
have already completed a Yin Yoga training (at least 50 hours) with foundational knowledge of fascia work and individual skeletal variations
bring experience in meditation, Yoga Nidra, and/or TCM and wish to deepen these approaches somatically
want to make your Yin Yoga teaching more nervous-system-friendly, trauma-sensitive, and somatically informed
want to understand why Yin Yoga can feel triggering, how trauma and stress responses manifest, and how to work with them responsibly
wish to teach inclusive Yin Yoga classes that foster safety, choice, and self-regulation
are a regular Yin Yoga practitioner (even without teaching) and want to deepen your own Yin and Yang practice in the context of the nervous system, trauma, and somatic tools
Price of yoga training program or retreat
1) Participation in the 70H Immersion/Yoga Teacher Training:
Early Bird Price: €690.00 until March 31, 2026
Regular Price: €760.00 from April1, 2026
2) Participation in the Retreat (without training content):
Early Bird Price: €320.00 until March 31, 2026
Regular Price: €360.00 from April 1, 2026
Filion Eco Hotel in Evia / Greece
The training takes place at the Filion Eco Hotel on the island of Evia (Euboea) in Greece. Evia is the second-largest Greek island and is located approximately 2.5 hours from Athens. Travel is straightforward via Athens, either by bus or by a combination of bus and ferry. Bus connections run at regular intervals.
The Filion Eco Hotel specializes in retreat and training formats. The newly built, eco-climatic Filion Eco Hotel by Evia Silence offers a quiet, secluded setting with a strong focus on rest, concentration, and practice. The property was designed in harmony with nature and constructed under strict environmental regulations, resulting in a very low CO₂ footprint.
Ecological features include a geothermal system for temperature regulation, natural ventilation for humidity control, and handcrafted bedding made from natural materials. The Eco Silence Suites offer individually designed indoor and outdoor spaces with views of the Gulf of Evia and the eastern coast of Attica.
For the training, both indoor and outdoor areas are available for yoga practice, as well as a separate indoor space for theory sessions. The hotel also features a restaurant café, a pool bar, and freely accessible relaxation areas.
There are outdoor and indoor spaces for yoga practice, as well as a dedicated indoor area for theory sessions. Breakfast and a second meal are included in the price, as is the use of the fully equipped yoga rooms and all leisure facilities, including the swimming pool.
Prices per person/day including breakfast and a second meal, plus 13% VAT and a tourist tax of €2/day.
Single room: €145.00
Double room: €100.00
Triple room: €90.00
Accommodation can be booked and paid for directly through Filion Eco Hotel. A 50% deposit is required for reservation, with the remainder due shortly before the training/retreat.
This module is part of the 100H and 200H Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Austria.
All modules can be booked individually and independently.
The module can be submitted as a YACEP continuing education training with Yoga Alliance.
The 100H Yin Yoga Teacher Training is Yoga Alliance certified.
Teachers of Yin Yoga and the Nervous System Teacher Training
Nikoleta Nikisianli: Retreat Lead, many years of training in Yin Yoga, Tantra Yoga, meditation and breathwork, with over 800 hours of Yin Yoga training.
She encountered Yin Yoga and Tantra Yoga many years ago and has continuously refined her teaching approach ever since. Her teaching focuses primarily on these gentle yoga styles, which she combines with breathwork and meditation. From the outside, these practices may appear subtle or unspectacular; however, practitioners often experience them as deeply powerful and, at times, challenging. They invite a turning inward, supporting relaxation, grounding and inner awareness.
Nikoleta has completed more than 800 hours of Yin Yoga training and is certified in Tantra Yoga and Meditation. Her passion for regenerative and relaxation-based practices is complemented by further training in Thai Yoga Bodywork, anatomy and the nervous system, and she is also a certified Ayurvedic nutrition consultant.
Elisabeth Aue: Body and Health Expert, who brings extensive expertise in bodywork and health, with a background in physiotherapy, osteopathy, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Thai massage. She teaches nervous system anatomy, Dynamic Flow and Yin Yoga.
For over 15 years, Elisabeth has been working with the human body and health from both Western and Eastern perspectives. Her knowledge spans physiotherapy and osteopathy, yoga, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Thai massage.
In her work, she integrates medical expertise with a holistic approach, addressing body, mind and nervous system as an interconnected whole.
Within this Yin Yoga and Nervous System training, Elisabeth will share her knowledge of nervous system anatomy, as well as her insights into touch and breath. She will also teach one Dynamic Flow class and one Yin Yoga class as part of the program.