Please Note: This is part of a series of related topics. Use the quick menu above to navigate within this section.In this lesson, we explore factors related to safely and effectively teaching Seniors.
Objective
Be clear about key factors in safely and effectively teaching Seniors and how you can develop the necessary teachings skills.
Description
Describe a finding from the 13-year study on yoga-related injuries that relates to Seniors. Be clear about why the style or lineage of yoga you were trained in relates to the additional training you will need to teach Seniors. Describe how you might communicate to new Senior students to help make them feel safe. Explain a fundamental consideration related to the Seniors you are teaching. Name ten or more tools, other than asana, at your disposal. Provide resources that you can study to grow your toolbox of asana adaptations.
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