300-Hour Online Restorative Yoga Teacher Training
This course follows the same curriculum, learning outcomes and assessment requirements online and in person in Da Lat. Teaching delivery, schedules and tuition depend on the format. Explore the other format.
Props Engineering & Trauma-Informed Somatics specialization. Master restorative sequencing, zero-gap props arrangement, polyvagal nerve regulation, and practical case studies.
How the 300 Hours Are Structured
- 01. 120H in-depth training with Giang Hoang: functional anatomy of the spine, neck and shoulders and knees, and personalised restorative adjustments.
- 02. 90H mentoring and practical case study analysis: you find the people you guide (family, friends or your own students), with Giang mentoring you live on Zoom; together you review their practice records and build safe, adaptive practice plans.
- 03. 60H advanced topics: Yin Yoga, in-depth Pranayama, advanced functional anatomy and multi-layer alignment.
- 04. 30H assessment and RYT 500 upgrade: the 300H can be used together with a 200H foundation toward Yoga Alliance RYT 500 requirements, subject to current conditions.
The same 300-hour structure applies to the in-person training at the Giang Metta studio in Da Lat.
Detailed Curriculum — 6 Master Restorative Modules
Advanced 300-hour restorative specialization for teachers with a 200H foundation, focused on Props Engineering and non-medical wellness boundaries.
Scientific mechanisms of the autonomic nervous system down-regulation:
- Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) Biology: Deep physiological shift from sympathetic dominance (Fight/Flight/Freeze) to ventral vagal parasympathetic state (Rest/Digest/Restore).
- Stephen Porges’ Polyvagal Theory in Practice: Biological signals of safety (Neuroception), mapping heart rate variability (HRV), and long-exhale and gentle-sound practices that invite a ventral vagal sense of safety.
- Window of Tolerance & Somatics: Recognizing hyper-arousal and hypo-arousal states; applying somatic grounding, pendulation, and self-regulation techniques.
- Zero Muscular Effort Mechanics: Eliminating isometric holding to initiate neuromuscular unwinding.
Art and structural engineering of zero joint hanging:
- The Zero Gap Principle: Completely supporting every physical contour (neck, lumbar curve, knee crease, ankles) so the skeletal system is 100% held by gravity and props.
- Fascial Anatomy & Fluid Dynamics: Viscoelastic properties of fascia, cellular hydration (piezoelectricity), and how long static holds (8–20 minutes) are thought to influence connective tissue.
- Mastery of Professional Restorative Setups: Mountain Brook setup, Queen Posture (Supta Baddha Konasana with chest expansion), supported bridge, and pelvic tilts.
- Precision Micro-Adjustments: Folding weighted Mexican blankets, contouring eye pillows, sandbag placement for proprioceptive anchoring without sensory overload.
Psychological safety, invitational language, and strict ethical scope:
- Invitational & Inquiry-Based Language: Replacing rigid commands with invitational verbal choices ("I invite you to...", "Notice if it feels comfortable to..."), empowering student agency.
- Strict Non-Medical Ethical Boundaries: Upholding the clear distinction of Yoga as non-medical wellness; zero medical pathology diagnosis, knowing red flags and medical referral pathways.
- Trauma Triggers & Safety Protocols: Recognizing silent signs of dissociation, flash freezing, or emotional releases; applying somatic grounding, sensory anchoring, and respectful de-escalation.
- Studio Atmosphere & Sensory Sanitation: Setting ambient warm lighting, dimming glare, eliminating aggressive fragrances, and providing physical security in the room layout.
Energetic meridians and rebound integration (Traditional Chinese Medicine view):
- 12 Principal Meridians in Restorative Yin: Mapping Kidneys & Urinary Bladder (vitality/fear balance), Liver & Gallbladder (flexibility/anger), Spleen & Stomach (centering).
- Five Element Theory (Wu Xing): Water, Wood, Fire, Earth, and Metal associations with circadian seasons, emotional tendencies, and restorative pacing.
- The Sacred Rebound State: The vital transition period between restorative postures for noticing sensation and integrating the practice.
- Combining Yin & Restorative: Integrating gentle static Yin stretches with fully supported Restorative postures.
30 practical lesson plans of 60–90 minutes, arranged in three groups:
- Group 1 — Musculoskeletal System & Spine: Neck and shoulders (plan 1), lower back (3), shoulder mobility and shoulder blades (7), sciatic-area and piriformis support (11), knee stability (12), and supported whole-spine rest (27).
- Group 2 — Nervous System & Emotions: Rest and sleep (4), anxiety-related relaxation (15), burnout recovery practices (16), relaxation to support sleep (17), Somatics and emotional awareness (18), and Yoga Nidra (29).
- Group 3 — Traditional Organ-System Framework & Specific Needs: Hips and psoas (2), gentle spinal twists (5), chest opening and breathing (6), comfort during hormonal changes (20), postnatal pelvic-floor and core practice (21), and digestive comfort (26).
Professional mentorship, practical case studies, and full teaching assets:
- 2 Practical Case Studies: Working with 2 individual subjects across 5–8 customized 1:1 restorative sessions with detailed documentation and Master supervision.
- Senior Mentoring Pedagogy: Conducting observational assessments, offering compassionate teacher feedback, and coaching next-generation yoga teachers.
- Turnkey 93-Slide PPTX Deck: Complete professional widescreen presentation deck with anatomical diagrams, props layouts, and teacher notes for your future workshops.
- Yoga Alliance RYT 500 Credentialing: Prepare your training portfolio. RYT 500 registration is a separate application with Yoga Alliance, subject to its training and teaching-experience requirements.
Certificate of Completion issued by Giang Metta Academy. The 300H course may be combined with prior 200H training for a separate RYT 500 application, subject to Yoga Alliance requirements, including teaching experience.
💳 International Payment Note: All tuition fees are listed and charged in Vietnamese Dong (VND). After your enquiry, Giang confirms the payment details with you directly; for international transfers, your bank applies its own exchange rate and fees.