Anatomy & Assists Retreat
9:00am-5:30pm
Lunch (12:30-2:00pm)
Founder of PranaYoga, Creator of Somatic Vinyasa Yoga Therapy, Author, Yoga Therapist, and Ayurveda Wellness Counselor
Dani “Vani” McGuire is the founder of PranaYoga and the visionary behind the Somatic Vinyasa Yoga Therapy method. With over 22 years of yoga practice and a dedicated focus on yoga therapy since 2007, her journey into the healing arts began as a personal quest to overcome an eating disorder and chronic pain. Through the transformative power of Yoga and Ayurveda, Dani found healing and purpose, which she now shares with others through her therapeutic offerings and teachings.
Dani is the author of The Path of Joyful Living, a contemporary exploration of kriya yoga and the psychology of yoga. She has a profound commitment to helping individuals navigate life with greater ease, particularly those facing cancer, chronic pain, or other health challenges. As a certified Yoga Therapist accredited by the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT), she leads the PranaYoga Institute, which offers a 1,000-hour IAYT-accredited Yoga Therapy Diploma program.
In addition to training future yoga therapists, Dani works one-on-one with clients, providing personalized Ayurveda and Yoga Therapy sessions designed to foster balance and well-being.
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Deepen your understanding of the body in motion with this fun and engaging weekend training designed for yoga teachers, movement enthusiasts, and those curious about body mechanics. This experiential course brings anatomy to life by exploring key muscles, movement patterns, and hands-on assisting techniques in the context of the Sattva Holistic Hatha sequence.
What You'll Learn:
✔ Biomechanics of Movement – Understand how the body moves and functions in asana
✔ Foundational Alignment Principles – Explore the structure behind safe and effective postures
✔ Adapting & Modifying for Anatomical Differences – Learn how to work with varying bodies
✔ Yoga Adjustments & Enhancements – Practice hands-on and verbal cueing techniques
Course Details:
📖 Required Reading: None
📚 Materials to Bring: Sattva Hatha Manual
Completion Requirements:
✅ Full attendance & participation (or completion of assigned make-up work)
✅ 30-day personal anatomy exploration: Choose a muscle or muscle group, observe how it functions in your practice, and document insights in a 1-page journal reflection (uploaded to Google Drive)
This course blends theory, practice, and hands-on learning to help you refine your understanding of anatomy while enhancing your ability to support students safely and effectively. Get ready for an interactive, movement-based experience that will transform the way you see and teach yoga!
Founder of PranaYoga, Creator of Somatic Vinyasa Yoga Therapy, Author, Yoga Therapist, and Ayurveda Wellness Counselor
Dani “Vani” McGuire is the founder of PranaYoga and the visionary behind the Somatic Vinyasa Yoga Therapy method. With over 22 years of yoga practice and a dedicated focus on yoga therapy since 2007, her journey into the healing arts began as a personal quest to overcome an eating disorder and chronic pain. Through the transformative power of Yoga and Ayurveda, Dani found healing and purpose, which she now shares with others through her therapeutic offerings and teachings.
Dani is the author of The Path of Joyful Living, a contemporary exploration of kriya yoga and the psychology of yoga. She has a profound commitment to helping individuals navigate life with greater ease, particularly those facing cancer, chronic pain, or other health challenges. As a certified Yoga Therapist accredited by the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT), she leads the PranaYoga Institute, which offers a 1,000-hour IAYT-accredited Yoga Therapy Diploma program.
In addition to training future yoga therapists, Dani works one-on-one with clients, providing personalized Ayurveda and Yoga Therapy sessions designed to foster balance and well-being.