Yin Yoga: Balance, Fascia & the Five Elements
Saturday, November 14
1–5 pm
4 CE/YTT Hours
Take a deeper dive into the practice and principles of Yin Yoga while cultivating greater balance, ease, and restoration during the darker days of the year.
Designed for both yoga teachers and dedicated students, this workshop explores the anatomy and wisdom behind Yin Yoga, including fascia and connective tissue, functional anatomy, skillful prop use, and modifications for individual bodies. We’ll also weave together traditional yogic teachings, Yoga Nidra, and the Five Element Theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine to create a richer understanding and experience of the practice.
This training qualifies for 4 Yoga Alliance Continuing Education (CE) hours.
Cost: $120
Early Registration: $99 through October 31.
Register here: https://www.flowhoodriver.com/event-calendar.html
Yin for Bodyworkers: Meridians, Acupressure & Therapeutic Stretching
Sunday, November 15
12:30–4:30 pm
Designed specifically for bodyworkers, this experiential workshop explores how principles from Yin Yoga and Traditional Chinese Medicine can complement hands-on therapeutic work.
Develop a deeper understanding of TCM meridians, acupressure points, functional anatomy, and supported stretches that can be used to promote greater balance, mobility, and ease for both yourself and your clients.
After learning the relevant anatomy and safe, effective techniques, you’ll have the opportunity to practice with fellow participants and experience the applications firsthand. The emphasis throughout will be on approaches that can thoughtfully enhance and complement your existing bodywork practice.
This training qualifies for continuing education for bodyworkers licensed in Oregon and Washington.
Cost: $120
Early Registration: $99 through October 31.
Register here: https://www.flowhoodriver.com/event-calendar.html
These trainings are led by Gail Lordi, ERYT 500, YACEP, SAYF, and LMT:
Gail has been on the path of yoga since her early 20s, and brings decades of dedicated study and teaching experience to her students. She has trained extensively in Hatha, Vinyasa, Iyengar, Restorative, Yin Yoga, Children’s and Teen Yoga, Yoga Philosophy, Meditation, and Primal Movement. Gail holds an E-RYT 500 credential, is a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider (YACEP), and is SAYF certified.
Gail is also a licensed massage therapist and educator in Oregon. The integration of yoga and massage gives her a deep understanding of healing techniques, healthy body mechanics, and therapeutic movement. She weaves this insight into each class she teaches with compassion, warmth, and respect for every student’s journey.
Her background includes a BA from CSU and years of teaching in Colorado and Alaska. A formative chapter in her life was spent in a small Japanese village, where she studied Shiatsu and worked as an ESL teacher—an experience that continues to inspire her.
Gail’s practice includes Shiatsu, Acupressure, Thai Massage, Qi Gong, Tai Chi, and Zazen meditation, all of which inform her unique and gentle teaching style. Since moving from Alaska in 2012, Gail has found a deep sense of home and gratitude in the Pacific Northwest and the Flow Yoga community.
