50 hour Yin & Myofascial Release Teacher Training
2026 December 1- 7 ・ at shizen yoga, Nozawa Onsen Japan ・
Co-hosted with Restore Yoga Training
As the landscape turns white and the season turns us inward, we go Y-in.
I'm so honoured to be offering this training at Shizen, collaborating with some of my most respected teachers — Amelia Schrader and Dana Diament from Restore Yoga Training.
Six essential modalities. One certification. A week to actually understand fascia, stillness, and how to hold space for both.
Co-taught by Rowie Geraerts — 500 E-RYT, 14+ years teaching yoga, 5 years living and teaching right here in Nozawa Onsen — alongside Amelia Schrader (founder of Axis Yoga) and Dana Diament (Yoga Medicine Therapeutic Specialist).
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
Six modalities, woven into one certification: Yin Yoga, Myofascial Release, Breathwork, Mindfulness, Chinese Medicine, and Sequencing.
Module 1 — Anatomy Joint layers, discs, range of motion, and the 58 muscles that make up a body. The science underneath the stretch.
Module 2 — Yin Yoga & Sequencing Where yin came from, its components, and a 44-posture library — props, variations, and contraindications included — plus a sequencing methodology you can actually teach from.
Module 3 — Myofascial Release The principles of fascia work, 37 techniques, trigger points, and timing.
Module 4 — Breath, Mindfulness & Chinese Medicine The nervous system and respiration, 11 breathwork techniques, 7 mindfulness practices, and the Daoist theory behind it all — yin-yang, the Five Elements, meridians.
TRAINING DAY SCHEDULE
Days run 7:30am to 6pm, with a generous 2-hour lunch break to wander the village, eat, or soak in an onsen — plus shorter breaks woven throughout to reset and refuel. Lecture, practice, and sequence review, in rhythm with each other.
On Day 5, there's an optional Snow Monkey Tour — a chance to watch wild macaques bathe in the hot springs nearby.
IS THIS FOR YOU?
This training is for yoga teachers who want to deepen and diversify their practice — and just as much for pilates instructors, personal trainers, and wellness professionals who want to understand fascia and stillness at a deeper level. There are no prerequisites. If you're drawn to this work, you're welcome here.
The training is YACEP registered (Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider).
YOUR TEACHERS
Rowie Geraerts — Owner of Shizen Collective, 500 E-RYT, 5 years living in Nozawa Onsen, over 1,000 hours of certified training. I moved here for a ski season and built a life around this village and this practice.
Amelia Schrader — Founder of Axis Yoga. 14 years of practice and 9 years teaching, with a Health Science background focused on anatomy and sustainable movement.
Dana Diament — Yoga Medicine Therapeutic Specialist, 10+ years training teachers, known for making anatomy make sense. YACEP facilitator.
Where You'll Train
Shizen Studio, Nozawa Onsen — a 1,000-year-old hot spring village tucked into the Japanese Alps. We train in December, deep in winter — yin's own season, in Chinese medicine philosophy. Thirteen free public bathhouses sit within walking distance of the studio, alongside cafes, bars, and the quiet rhythm of village life.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
✨ 50 hours of in-person training at Shizen Studio, Nozawa Onsen
✨ Welcome Dinner on arrival
✨ 141-page printed manual — a detailed resource to keep and teach from
✨ Certificate upon completion
Not included: flights, accommodation, and meals (aside from the Welcome Dinner). You'll receive our recommended accommodation options upon registration. The Snow Monkey Tour on Day 5 is optional and not included.
INVESTMENT
Pay in fullPayment planEarly Early Bird — by 30 August 2026$1,6953x monthly payments of $585Early Bird — by 30 September 2026$1,8952x monthly payments of $650From 1 October 2026$2,0952x weekly payments of $1,050
A non-refundable 50% deposit secures your spot. Cancellations made before 1 September can transfer to a future 25-hour training within 2 years.
To check availability, ask a question, or register: 📧 spiritualpretzel@gmail.com 📱 WhatsApp or LINE: +81 90 7162 5816 Or register directly through Restore Yoga Training HERE
FAQ
Do I need teaching experience? No — this training welcomes yoga teachers, pilates instructors, personal trainers, and wellness professionals, along with anyone deepening their personal practice. There are no prerequisites.
Will I get certified? Yes. You'll receive a certificate upon completing the end-of-course quiz, and the training is registered with Yoga Alliance as a YACEP.
Can I come on my own? Absolutely. Solo travellers are common here — you'll be training alongside a small group, not navigating on your own.
What about the language barrier in the village? Nothing to worry about. I live here year-round and I'm on the ground with you for the full week.
GETTING TO NOZAWA ONSEN
Closest International Airport: Tokyo Haneda/Narita
Shinkansen (bullet train): Iiyama station is the nearest stop on the Shinkansen from Tokyo.
The Shinkansen (Bullet train) from Tokyo or Ueno, to Iiyama station is about 90-120 minutes. It’s fairly easy to get here, and there’s usually a shinkansen train once every one or two hours.
From Iiyama to Nozawa Onsen. From Iiyama train station, there is a direct bus (private coach transfer) to Nozawa onsen, The Nozawa onsen liner. The Nozawa Liner can be found to the left of the exit and will drop you off at the central bus stop in the village. It costs ¥600p/p. The village is compact so it is just a short 5-10 minute walk to the hotel from there.
Private Transfer/Taxi from Iiyama to Nozawa Onsen. Private transfer taxis can be arrange for you from Iyama to the hotel. Please let us know in advance if you would like to book these services. The transfer price starts from ¥6000-¥7000.
Driving: The journey from Tokyo will take from 4-5 hours by tollway/car. It costs about ¥10,000 for highway tolls. The highway speed limit is usually 100kph but please look out for exception signs. Please note that there is zero tolerance for driving under the influence. During the green season there is free parking available in the village. Please let us know in advance if you will require a parking space and we will direct you to the parking.