Yoga Biomechanics
12 hours | In-Person Instruction
Do you have an insatiable curiosity about how the body works? Are you unsatisfied by anatomical explanations that seem contradictory, unnecessarily complicated, or oversimplified? Put an end to all the conflicting messages and just get the facts.
Jules delivers the most comprehensive biomechanics education available for yoga teachers. She combines her love of research and her top-notch teaching skills to help you make sense of it all and empower you to think critically and become a natural problem solver.
Saturday-Sunday, November 1-2, 2025
10am-5pm Local Time
245 Main St, Venice, CA 90291 shefayoga
$450 USD before August 1
$550 USD after August 1
Yoga Biomechanics Los Angeles: Objectives
This in-person course is for teachers who have an insatiable curiosity about human movement and kinesiology, are eager to know what the research says about yoga, and are open to accepting that alignment rules aren’t always accurate.
In Yoga Biomechanics, you will learn to:
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Define tension and compression in a context outside range of motion
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Explain the differences and similarities between tendons, ligaments, and fascia
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Discuss the various thoughts behind gentle yoga vs. active end-range yoga
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UExamine the effects of yoga on tissue adaptation and strength
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Understand the terms kinetics, kinematics, and tissue mechanics
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Consider the role of pain when teaching yoga safely
Yoga Biomechanics Los Angeles Description
- Have you been told to retire certain poses?
- Are you skeptical of the claims around the benefits of yoga?
- Do you want to learn how safely teach end-range poses and inversions?
- Have you been told hypermobile people shouldn’t do yoga?
- Do you want to prevent the common hamstring tendinopathy we see in yoga?
- Are you worried about harming your students in forward flexion poses?
- Are you unsure of how to explain the effects of yin yoga on connective tissue?
- Are still teaching chaturanga modification with knees down?
- Do you doubt the claims that pigeon pose is a hip shredder?
- Are you curious about what the research says about yoga?
If you are a body-nerd, science-buff, or simply curious about how to create positive adaptations through your asana practice, this course is for you! Join Jules Mitchell for a 2-day intensive that weaves together asana with the basics of biomechanics to take your knowledge and teaching confidence to the next level. The latest research and foundational principles of exercise science are discussed in an easy-to-understand, practical way that builds body awareness and will immediately impact the way you teach and practice yoga.
Course Topics
- Differentiate between anatomy and biomechanics
- Improve range of motion without stretching
- Discuss where yoga asana fits into load management
- Explore how tendons and similar connective tissues respond and adapt to loads
- Unpack how we define injuries and how to best communicate about them
- Create more clarity and accuracy in alignment cues
- Consider specific cueing and intentional loading to promote mobility and skill
- Examine the fascinating role of pain science in the yoga experience
- Appreciate how to individualize and enhance poses with creative prop placement
- Play with unique and effective tools such as isometrics and resistance stretching
Course Includes
- 12 hours of in-person instruction
- Downloadable PDF slides
- 12 CEUs available upon completion
- Real-time Q&A sessions
About The Instructor
Jules Mitchell, MS, LMT, E-RYT 500
Jules Mitchell leads advanced continuing education programs in biomechanics for intellectually fearless yoga teachers. She helps them integrate principles of exercise science and applications of pain science into their classes. Jules is the author of Yoga Biomechanics: Stretching Redefined, a unique, evidence-based exploration into the complexities of tissue mechanics and the human body’s resilience and adaptability.
She leads workshops and courses online and worldwide, runs a popular 300 hour yoga teacher training, frequently serves as guest faculty, and hosts a comprehensive mentoring program to support teachers in both education and business. Her passion is bringing the most useful and applicable research-based concepts into the yoga community, even when it invokes a discerning analysis of popular opinions.
Yoga Biomechanics: Enroll Now
Register for Yoga Biomechanics in Los Angeles, CA
shefayoga 245 Main St, Venice, CA 90291
Saturday – Sunday, November 1-2, 2025
10am – 5pm Local Time
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the course located?
The course is located at shefayoga in Venice, CA. 245 Main St, Venice, CA 90291
Is there parking?
The building has over 200 parking spots for a low rate of $2 for 2 hours.
What should I bring?
A journal or something to take notes with and your yoga mat. This course will be mostly lecture and workshop style – no full-length yoga class will be offered.
Are there any prerequisites for this course?
There are no prerequisites. This course is open to yoga teachers, fitness professionals, and committed students who want to learn how to think about biomechanics and yoga.
Will I get a copy of the slides?
Yes, the slides are available as a downloadable PDF. A link will be sent following the course.
How many CEUs will I get for taking this course?
You will earn 12 CEUs upon completion. A link to request your certificate will be emailed after the course.
What if I have to miss part of it?
You’ll get the most out of the course by attending the entire weekend. We understand life happens, so if you have to arrive late or leave early, you should still be okay.
What is your refund policy?
Course registration is non-refundable after August 1, 2025. Refunds before August 1, 2025, will incur a $75 processing fee. You may arrange to transfer your registration to another person up to 14 days prior to the start date. If you have concerns about whether this course is right for you, send us a message with your questions.