YIN Breath & Meditation Course 50hrs

Next training dates

2024

APRIL 19, 20, 26, 27th

Times 9.00am -3.00pm

YIN Breath & Meditation Course


Yin yoga promotes slowness and self enquiry, and helps you to understand the power of being totally present in your body. It is the perfect antidote for our modern, stressful lives, and the gentle nature of the practice means that it is truly accessible to all. 
In the immersive 50 Hour Yin, Breath & Meditation training, you will delve deep into asana, pranayama, meditation, mantra chanting, and awareness development.

Course Guide

  • Immerse yourself deeply in the practice of Yin Yoga during this 50-hour teacher training with Madonna Williams. Yin Yoga uses restorative floor-based poses to nourish and stimulate the deeper energetic channels in the body, providing support for the immune system. Yin Yoga also provides the perfect container to develop deeper levels of self-inquiry and to cultivate the capacity for meditative self-awareness.

Course Format

In Person Training - 20hrs {APRIL 19, 20, 26, 27th Times 9.00am -3.00pm}

E-Learning - 20hrs

Yin class attendance - 10hrs

  • During this 50-hour training designed for Yoga Teachers, we will give you the tools to take your practice to a deeper level. You will come away with a clear understanding of safety and anatomical issues pertaining to the Yin Yoga practice, as well as having the ability to creatively sequence yin yoga classes for all levels of students. This training is also designed to deepen your own personal practice of yoga and meditation by incorporating elements of breath, meditation and self-inquiry into your daily yoga practice. The most effective yoga teaching comes from your own personal immersion and deepened personal experience of these ancient methods and teachings.

  • Deepen your knowledge of the more inward-drawn yoga practices (including pranayama and meditation) and immerse yourself in a personal discovery of the more quiet inner realms. Mindfulness meditation will be explored as an โ€˜inner methodโ€™ during the Yin Yoga poses as well as a seated meditation practice (including the 4 Foundations of Mindfulness).

50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training Course Curriculum will include the following:

* Anatomy and Physiology specific to Yin Yoga

* Modifications and Safety in Yin Yoga, including the use of props

* Anatomy of the Subtle Body

* Mindfulness in Yin Yoga (including two specific methods of meditation โ€“ Shamatha and Vipassana)

* Sequencing in Yin Yoga (including emotional balance sequences for different emotions)

* Organs and Meridian Health (using yin yoga to affect specific organs)

* Yin and Yang Theory (basic Taoist theory and the principles of yin and yang โ€“ how they are applied to yoga)

* Yin Yoga and Meditation as referenced in the ancient scriptures 

* Pranayama (breathing techniques) for relaxation and awaking the energy body
*Whilst this training is designed specifically for qualified Yoga Teachers wishing to teach Yin Yoga classes, this training is also open to dedicated practitioners of yoga, with the intention to use the knowledge to deepen oneโ€™s own understanding and practice.

Training Topics 

Note: To be a certified teacher of Yin Yoga, you must have successfully completed a 200-hour Yoga Teaching Certification previously.

THIS COURSE IS FOR YOU :

  • If you want to refresh your knowledge of alignment, adjustment, anatomy and philosophy in a focused, committed learning environment with a professional and dedicated teacher.

  • If you want to acquire deeper knowledge of Yin, Breath-work, Energy Meridians, Philosophy and Meditation.

  • If you want to deepen your personal practice along with senior teachers and long-term practitioners.

  • If you want to share the knowledge and experience you have gained as a yoga teacher with others.

  • If you want to take some time for yourself and enjoy being a student againโ€“ studying in a fun, encouraging, and supportive environment.

  • If you want to enhance your credibility and increase your visibility as a well-trained yoga teacher.

  • If you want to join the growing community of yoga teachers who are committed to quality training.

  • If you are interested in shaping yoga world-wide and expanding your network.

Course Teacher

* Madonna Williams - Course facilitator and Lead teacher

Cost

  • Full Payment $1495 (due 1st April)|

  • Early Bird by 15th March $1295

  • Payment Plan $600 deposit + 2 x $500 (Full payment by 21st April)

SECURE YOUR SPOT - DEPOSIT $600

Course Instructor

Madonna Williams

Course Presenter & Owner of Zen Soul Life

เคธเคฒเคฟเคฒเฅ‡ เคธเฅˆเคจเฅเคงเคตเค‚ เคฏเคฆเฅเคตเคคเฅเคธเคพเคฎเฅเคฏเค‚ เคญเคœเคคเคฟ เคฏเฅ‹เค—เคคเคƒ เฅค
เคคเคฅเคพเคคเฅเคฎ-เคฎเคจเคธเฅ‹เคฐเฅˆเค•เฅเคฏเค‚ เคธเคฎเคพเคงเคฟเคฐเคญเคฟเคงเฅ€เคฏเคคเฅ‡ เฅฅ เฅซเฅฅ

As salt being dissolved in water becomes one with it, likewise when the Atma and mind become one, it is called Samadhi.
(Hatha Yoga Pradipika)

Madonna Williams Yin and Meditation Course


After recently completing 12 months of painful breast cancer treatments and surgery, I began searching for a safe healing space where I could begin some gentle exercise to help heal and support my road to recovery.

I discovered the incredible and masterful yoga teacher Madonna Williams, and her team. Not physically strong enough to manage Vinyasa Yoga I tried Yin Yoga.  I immediately found the experience positively transformative both physically and emotionally!

I became hooked on Yin Yoga and the way it made me feel. For the first time in 12 months, I felt empowered and in control of something in my body. I discovered an incredible light and life force that I could draw on within and around me. This gave me hope for a much brighter and healthier future.  

As a novice yogi who only started yoga five months ago, I was initially hesitant to even enquire about this course. However, because of my profound experience with Yin Yoga, I was keen to learn as much as possible about this ancient practice and Madonna graciously and enthusiastically welcomed me to her class.

Madonna is like an angel, guiding each student on a deep and powerful journey into the world of Yin Yoga.  Each day of class becomes a profound experience โ€“ a Yin Yoga awakening of knowledge and practice.

When you share this deeply personal instruction with Madonna Williams and her group of like-minded students, each class feels like a sacred gathering of community, bonded in trust and a desire to make our world a little lighter and brighter.

The course itself combined a rich blend of theory and personal practice covering everything from the basics of Yin Yoga to Taoist theory, anatomy, yin yoga sequences for meridians and mindfulness meditation.

With takeaway instruction manuals, practical easy-to-follow lesson plans and ample opportunities to practice in class, even the novice yogi will leave feeling empowered to lead a class.

Our class included a mixture of experienced and qualified yogis, to someone like me who was just passionate about learning more about this exciting world of Yin yoga.

โ€” DEANNE OSHEA

2023

  • I have just completed my YTT with Madonna at Zen Soul and I highly, highly recommend it to anybody wishing to complete their 200 hr training. Madonna will nurture you, support you, guide you and educate you in the most wonderful way. The way her course comes together is just magical and all of a sudden you have the tools and knowledge to do what you set out to do. Her support for each and every one of us was quite outstanding. She champions her students and has unwavering confidence in us. I do not want to sound cliche but it has changed my life. The knowledge and the way Madonna imparts that knowledge to us and allows us to explore the philosophy and apply it within our selves.. this is her gift to us. I completed my training last week and I taught my first lesson today thanks to this course. You will not be disappointed with Madonna at Zen soul . Enjoy your journey on this wonderful course. Namaste

    Sarh Wilkinson

  • I have just completed my Yoga Teacher Training with Madonna. She is the most beautiful teacher. She supported us, nurtured us and inspired us with her incredible wealth of knowledge, life experience and love of yoga. It was a life changing experience. I highly recommend to anyone.

    Joanne Wade

  • Attending a Zen Soul Life Retreat with Madonna Williams is an incredible life changing experience I wish for every person. She is a highly experienced yoga practitioner who incorporates mantra and meditation - classes leave you feeling accepted, challenged and supported. BUT, a retreat with Madonna is so much more than yoga! If you have experienced any bumps in the road on lifeโ€™s journey and have a yearning to get to know and understand yourself on a deeper level, Madonna is a uniquely special person with the capacity to hold suffering in such a heartfelt, gentle and compassionate way there is no option than to heal and transform. You emerge a new and better version of yourself, equipped with tools to experience the joy you deserve to feel. She weaves such incredible magic you will feel safe, connected and accepted by other participants, with no room for judgement. I have attended 3 retreats and have witnessed so much healing, transformation and incredible amounts of laughter, joy and connectedness. I canโ€™t recommend her special abilities enough.

    Susan Olsen

  • Just returned from the most beautiful and nurturing zen soul yoga retreat lead by the divine Madonna Williams from Zen Soul Life at Paradise Point. If I could give a 6 star rating I would. The yoga sessions were relaxing, healing and energising. Our days flowed effortlessly - from yoga under the majestic trees overlooking the vast mountain ranges and valleys of Mt Tambourine, serenaded by beautiful bird life, to yoga and meditation inside the new yoga barn looking out at the rain and mist gently rising up from the valley, to sitting around the fire pit under the stars after our delicious evening meal. Time spent with Madonna either on retreat, in one of her classes or courses always feels like an incredible gift. On retreat with a group of 5 ladies, now Zen Soul Sisters, we were treated to 3 days of Madonnaโ€™s yoga classes, heartfelt soul wisdom and loving nurturing care. The healthy food made with love delicious, the accommodation at Verandah House Country Estate sublime. Overall a 6 star experience.

    Deanne OShea

  • Going on retreat with Madonna (Zen Soul Life) is one of the most precious and amazing gifts you can give to yourself, and by association to your family as well. You will head home after a retreat feeling lighter, happier, healthier, invigorated and so deeply pleased that you gave yourself the space and time to attend. The venues are always stunning, the food is delicious, the yoga and retreat program Madonna facilitates is world class and so deeply memorable, healing and beautiful. The retreats are a lot of fun too and I have met the most divine people every time. Madonna is a very rare, special soul with so much wisdom to share. If you are thinking of going on a retreat with Madonna but you havenโ€™t committed yet - donโ€™t delay. You will not be disappointed. And as a side note - if you have had some challenges in your life (and letโ€™s face it, we all have) I can highly recommend Madonnaโ€™s retreats or coaching to help you let go of pain, disappointment, fear, anger, regret, jealousy - whatever is holding you back - her wisdom and tools will help you let go and move forward. You will feel so much lighter and happier with support from this special soul. Everyone loves Madonna. Sheโ€™s an angel on earth ๐Ÿง˜๐Ÿผโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ’—

    Sarah Chalkley

  • I cannot speak highly enough of Madonna Williams. Her knowledge and dedication to Yoga Teacher Training is so inspiring. I am not only grateful for her as a teacher but as the amazing person that she is.

    cheryl turner

  • Madonna, is a beautiful teacher. She puts her heart and soul into her clssses. She shares her incredable knowledge of yoga practice, with all students, and we are blessed to have her in our lives.

    Ann Shankey

  • I recently completed the 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training with Madonna, and it has truly been one of the most enriching experiences of my life. I cannot recommend this training highly enough. The course far exceeded every expectation I had. I walked in hoping to learn more about yoga; I walked out with a depth of knowledge, confidence, and personal growth I never imagined possible. Madonnaโ€™s teaching style is warm, supportive, and deeply knowledgeableโ€”she brings yoga to life in a way that is both accessible and profoundly meaningful. The training is comprehensive and full of information, and while it is certainly intense, it is delivered with so much clarity and care that you feel guided every step of the way. I learnt more than I ever expected about not just poses and anatomy, but philosophy, sequencing, breathwork, mindfulness, and the true essence of yoga. This course has ignited a completely new love for yoga within me. I am incredibly grateful to have been part of this journey and to have learnt from such an exceptional instructor. Regards Sonya

    Sonya Rogers

  • Madonna, thank you so very much for such a wonderful retreat experience. From the moment I arrived I felt supported and safe. So much more than what I was expecting. Madonna has a beautiful way of catering for all levels. Personally, I loved the opportunity to deepen my meditation and Kundalini practice. There was an abundance of time for reflection and relaxation during the day. You leave the retreat feeling light, relaxed, joyous, connected and supported with beautiful new friendships. I would highly recommend!

    Belinda Newell

  • I heard about Madonna from a special friend of mine, Sarah, who had completed her yoga teacher training with Madonna and had told me it was one of the most special experiences of her life. In 2019, 3 weeks after I had completed active treatment for breast cancer, Sarah and I went to Bali for one of Madonna's retreats. I had never experienced anything like it and it was exactly what I needed. The memories of that retreat then helped me get through ongoing surgeries and COVID years in Melbourne. Since that retreat, I vowed to go on every single overseas retreat offered by Madonna (and hopefully some local ones too). I have, in fact, since been on two more retreats with Madonna and completed my yoga teacher training with her in April 2023 and then my yin yoga and meditation training in August (which was the most beautiful gift to myself - the most special type of learning). I wanted a beautiful, caring, supportive and heart centered approach to my training and this is exactly what Madonna provided. I watched Madonna in her own studio in beautiful Paradise Point - she exudes calm, warmth, peace, love and contentment and each individual who walks into her studio feels that. I have learnt so much about strength and grace in touch times, flexibility and going with the flow (and SO IT IS - a favourite statement of Madonna's) and kindness and compassion from Madonna (and she always has a smile on her face). I admire Madonna in every way and thank her for guiding me to grow and transform by accepting me, challenging me and believing in me. I can't wait to spend more time at Paradise Point so I can join in the beautiful yoga community Madonna has created.

    jeraldine cooper

  • Best yoga teacher trainer on the Gold Coast . Madonna runs the best yoga teacher training courses and her decades of experience as a teacher and instructor make this experience truly life changing ! So grateful to Madonna xxx

    Solara Jenkins

  • I have been attending Chair Yoga classes at Zen Soul Life for almost two years now and Madonna and the other caring, loving teachers and wonderful fellow yogis have changed my life. Can't give Zen Soul enough stars๐ŸŒŸ๐ŸŒŸ๐ŸŒŸ๐ŸŒŸ๐ŸŒŸ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ’“๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ

    Margaret O'Hanlon

  • I met Madonna and Zen Soul Life during one of their weekend retreats (to Wybalena Organic Farm). Madonna's approach is so nurturing and understanding that I felt safe enough to challenge my perspectives and allow positive change into my life. She's clearly a knowledgeable, experienced teacher, and uses those strengths to create a beautiful space for anyone to be welcome. Joining the retreat was like being welcomed home - to a perfect home - one where imperfection, individuality and kindness is celebrated.

    Jenna Hartland

  • I am so grateful to had a yin session yoga with Madonna. The place is a little gem where the soul is at peace. The 90 mn class was pure bliss. We had the delight to have one of the new trained teacher do a yoga nidra 15 mn inclusion which brought the audience to a level of deep inner flow. I felt warmly welcomed by the community of yogi even if I was there for the first time. If you need to relax, rejuvenate, have a break this is the place. ๐Ÿ™

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  • Retreats!!! Madonnaโ€™s retreats are heavenly, Iโ€™m absolutely addicted! Madonna is such an experienced, talented and knowledgeable facilitator who goes the extra mile to ensure the experience is not only memorable but life changing. The food, venues, workshops and of course yoga promises that you return home feeling re-energised and the best version of yourself! I highly recommend her yoga retreats and Iโ€™m 100% going on the next one๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ Madonna is a diamond gem! Her gentle, nurturing approach towards children is so genuine and heart warming. Children quickly connect with her infectious smile and the delivery of her thoughtful, playful yoga program. Several years ago Madรถnna designed a wonderful yoga program for our Playschool Early Learning Centres catering for Babies through to School Aged children. We still use this program today which has enriched the lives of so many children on the Gold Coast. The gift of yoga has infinite growth and development opportunities for children and I highly recommend Madรถnna and her teamโ€™s passionate approach ๐Ÿ™๐ŸฝThank you Madรถnna for offering such a wonderful experience to children in our community โค๏ธ

    Playschool ELC

  • After hearing amazing things from people who have had a healing massage with Madonna Williams I treated myself and booked in. Wow! It was totally different to any massage Iโ€™ve ever had before. Her mix of techniques, essential oils and chakra balancing infused my body with deep healing and it was an experience that Iโ€™m finding hard to describe. Thank you Madonna. If youโ€™re reading this and you need some time for you, to let go, to replenish, I totally recommend a healing massage with Madonna. X

    Peter Shelton

  • Madonna is an incredible human with the most beautiful healing nature. Stepping to Zen Soul is like walking into a safe space of kindness, wellbeing. My soul feels, calm, relaxed and keeps me focused. Just perfection.

    Samantha Smith

  • This yoga class is beautiful, what could be better than yoga with beach views! Our instructor was extremely experienced and provided lovely sound bowl and meditations throughout the class. Suitable for all levels. I came away feeling amazing and will be back for sure! What a hidden gem Gold Coast thank you zen soul yoga!

    Ms K

  • I completed 21 days of online Yoga with Madonna & Zen Soul Life, it was everything & more, I learnt so much which I have put into practice with ease & grace. Madonna's way of teaching is beautiful & rewarding 5***** to you.

    patricia hanson

  • Madonna your Yin classes have helped me over the past years in so many ways, from uncoiling from a past relationship pressures which physically made me stand prouder (taller), through to visualizing tasks and how they will unfold, to personal and business growth. It has taken me on a journey like no other. The time you give us to stop and really truly stop to release and let go. The trust I have found in letting go in those moments have flowed throughout my life. The feeling of being there but being allowed to float to the cusp of a different frequency is truly amazing. The ability you have to take us to these place to allow this inner healing through your gentle words, guidance and silence through out and your gracious nudges to encourage us to go further into that silence is truly a gift. The slow-paced style of yin yoga, allows me to enter into a posture that is uncomfortable, but knowing we are going to be there for such a lengthy period breathing through and past this discomfort to teach me patience and the gift of healing my body. The unique slowness and small number of poses all being supported on the ground during these classes is the gift to myself after working and studying with such a busy mindset and environment daily. So Grateful xxx

    Paula Leggatt

  • My fav yoga place and teachers when Iโ€™m on the Gold Coast. 100% recommended for Yoga, meditation, Pilates & retreats!! Have done a few retreats with Madonna and I always walk away feeling on top of the world with clarity, optimal energy & my highest self. Love Zen Soul Life X

    Crystal King

  • Zen Soul Life has been my life line this past 18 months, not only physically, but emotionally too. The instructors are so wonderful, whichever class you attend, you will not be disappointed. Pilates in the Parklands, what a wonderful start to the day! Friendships have been made and Im blessed to have this wonderful studio on my doorstep. Thank you girls. โค๏ธ๐Ÿ™

    Pamela Kisby

  • I am really enjoying your yoga classes and so glad I took that first step in coming along to try it out. I leave feeling like I am floating, it is just what I needed. The team and participants at Zen Soul life are extremely welcoming and friendly. Thank you for providing such a positive first time experience๐Ÿ’“

    Rachael Kennedy

  • Zen Soul Life has been a beautiful experience. I came out of hospital weak and feeble. In six months I have regained strength stamina peace joy laughter and hope. I can't imagine life without this wonderful community of amazing souls.

    Rischelle Lardelli

  • Madonna is a wonderful yoga teacher & Zen Soul Life is a lovely community to be apart of.

    Megan Foster

  • Beautiful class and very welcoming. I will definitely be back. This is the best yoga I have been to on the goldcoast.

    Claire Lavelle

  • Highly recommend. Fabulous classes with a beautiful, welcoming vibe ๐Ÿงก

    Jannine Cook