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EMPOWER
Core Strength Vinyasa 
& Sacred Cycles 
230 hr FOUNDATION
Teacher Training 

LIVE-STREAM & IN-PERSON TRAINING:
Saturdays Live-Stream

5 full weekends in studio


 

with Anya Hawkes,
Sonja Anderson
Ruth Hollis &
Michelle Boxley


Sonshine Hollistics Studio 
West Lothian, Scotland 

INFO

INFORMATION

EMPOWER: YOGA TEACHER TRAINING 

230 hr FOUNDATION PLUS training 

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'So much more than a yoga teacher training' 

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What we think about our Yoga Teacher Training is important, but not as important as what our students think! This year when chatting to our graduates about their experience, the resounding message was 'so much more than a yoga teacher training' and 'so much more than I could have ever imagined'.  Some graduates talked about how empowered they now felt to take on life's challenges or things that help been holding them back.  Many expressed how very special the group had been for them, creating life-long friendships and finally 'finding their tribe'.  And how connected they felt to the teachers throughout the entire journey! 

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This fills us with so much joy and gratitude. Every year we are blessed with such amazing students and feeling an important member of the family is an essential part of the journey. 

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For us, 'the proof is in the pudding'!  We were blown away by their dedication and willingness to show up just as they are, supporting each other through all of the wins and the hard times. Their assessment classes were incredible, some of the most professional, deeply nuanced and confident classes ever!  AND many of them in their first week after earning their yoga teacher wings, have already set up classes, events and workshops with lots of people booking on.  It's so exciting and heart-warming for us all!  

 

Are you ready to join our tribe of incredible teachers in a warm and loving community?

 

Will you be part of the 2025 Core Revolution Cohort? 

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P.S.  If you'd every like to chat with one of our past graduates, we have lots who would be so happy to chat to a potential student - just ask!  

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Onwards to 2025!  

 

EMPOWER with Holistic Movement 

Discover the POWER of true Core-Connection

ELEVATE with intelligent Anatomy & Biomechanics 

Light the FIRE within 

Honour SACRED CYCLES

RE-WILD your Yoga Practice 

INVITE others to RISE and shine 

 

A revolutionary teacher training combining the science of Biomechanics with the ancient wisdom of Yoga and Sacred Cycles. 

 

Empowering YOU to move, breathe and live fully and freely. 

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TOGETHER WE RISE.

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MEET YOUR TEACHERS! 

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Anya Hawkes

Founder of CORE REVOLUTION Teacher Training School, Registered Senior Yoga Teacher, Passionate Consciousness Warrior and Master Trainer for world-renowned anatomist and yogi Sadie Nardini. 

Anya teaches with clarity, authentic expression and a message of positive self-centring, bringing a wealth of knowledge, wisdom and FUN to the training, whilst deeply honouring each and every student.

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'I am dedicated to growing a tribe of intelligent  and empowering yoga teachers who can gift the world with a message of self-love and anatomy-smart yoga' 

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Sonja Anderson, Senior CSV Yoga Teacher, Teacher Trainer & Co-founder of Sonshine Hollistic Studio, West Lothian.

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Son is an intelligent, deeply nurturing and empowering teacher with an energy and positive vibe that is simply contagious! A Core Strength Vinyasa specialist, Son is also qualified in Seasonal Yoga, Yin & Myofascial Release, Restorative Yoga and Yoga Shred!  Currently running a studio, being a mum, continuing her studies... Son is a vibrant force to be reckoned with! 

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'I’m known for being full of energy, naughty conversation and love meeting new people. I could easily say that ‘making friends’ counts as one of my hobbies'

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Michelle Boxley

Michelle is a Senior Yoga Teacher & Teacher Trainer, Holistic Therapist, Sound Healer, Herbalist, Women’s Circle Facilitator and facilitator trainer, Moon MotherⓇ, ceremonialist and Priestess. She is passionate about connecting people to the rhythms and cycles of the seasons and the moon and to helping people live a slower and more mindful life.

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Anya, Son, Ruth, Michelle & Team deliver a revolutionary perspective on yoga and life that will free your body and mind and fully prepare you to be able to share your love of yoga with others.

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This Teacher Training Course will prepare you to become a confident and authentic yoga teacher with an excellent understanding of the principles and practices of yoga.

 

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Begins Jan 25th 2025 

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Saturday morning/afternoon session via ZOOM live-stream

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STUDIO weekends at the gorgeous Sunshine Hollistics Studio, West Lothian, Scotland, EH54 9JZ

Sonshine Hollistics: https://www.sonshinehollistic.co.uk

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Awesome, intelligent, fun & life-changing yoga training with truly inspiring teachers. 

 

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SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE

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STUDIO WEEKENDS 

Times: 9.00am to 6.00pm Saturday & Sunday (UK Time)

These weekends offer you a total personalised immersion into teacher training in small groups at your chosen studio.

 

ZOOM SESSIONS

Times: either 10.30am to 3.30pm or 1 to 6.00pm (UK Time) 

These are shorter sessions offering you regular almost-weekly contact with your teachers for optimal learning and support. All sessions are recorded should you miss a session so catch-up is easy! 

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RECORDED PRACTICES, READING  & OM-WORK 

Will vary but allow for 30 to 60 mins per week 

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TEACHING PRACTICE

You will complete a minimum of 10hrs of Teaching Practice during the training

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LIVE CLASSES 

Attend a live-stream or in-person class at least once a month with one of your teachers

 

TRAINING SCHEDULE 

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JAN 2025

STUDIO WEEKEND ONE 25th & 26th Jan 2025 

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FEB 2025

1st  ZOOM SESSION 10.30 to 3.30pm

8th ZOOM SESSION 10.30 to 3.30pm

22nd  ZOOM SESSION 10.30 to 3.30pm

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MARCH 2025

STUDIO WEEKEND TWO 1st & 2nd March 

8th ZOOM SESSION 10.30 to 3.30pm

15th ZOOM SESSION 10.30 to 3.30pm

22nd ZOOM SESSION 1pm to 6.00pm  (SACRED CYCLES)

28th ZOOM SESSION 10.30 to 3.30pm 

 

APRIL 2025 

5th ZOOM SESSION 10.30 to 3.30pm 

12th ZOOM SESSION 10.30 to 3.30pm 

26th ZOOM SESSION 10.30 to 3.30pm 

 

MAY 2025 

3rd ZOOM SESSION 10.30 to 3.30pm  

STUDIO WEEKEND THREE 10th & 11th May 

17th ZOOM SESSION 10.30 to 3.30pm 

24th ZOOM SESSION 1 to 6.00pm (SACRED CYCLES)

 

JUNE 2025

STUDIO WEEKEND FOUR 7th & 8th June 

14th ZOOM SESSION 10.30 to 3.30pm

STUDIO WEEKEND FIVE 21st & 22nd June 

29th  ZOOM SESSION 10.30 to 3.30pm 

 

JULY 2024 

12th ZOOM SESSION 10.30 to 3.30pm 

 

​​INVESTMENT £2550

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***Early Bird Savings*** 

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Tier One £2050 before 31st October 

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Tier Two £2250 before 30th November 

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Payment in full or £500 deposit and 10 monthly payments 

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SYLLABUS

SYLLABUS

​SYLLABUS 

 

OUTLINE OF MODULES 

The content of each module is woven seamlessly throughout the training from foundations to taking flight as a yoga teacher, building confidence as we work through the material. Whilst sessions/weekends may cover the theme of a module you'll discover that concepts overlap and are explored in different ways in multiple sessions.

 

MODULE 1: Core Foundations

  • Core Awareness & Awakening

  • Core Philosophy

  • CSV Lineage 

  • What is yoga? What is your yoga? 

  • Ancient Origins and Roots. Modern day interpretation

  • History and the many Paths of Yoga

  • Holistic Anatomy: Move Biomechanically not Traditionally 

  • The Four Fundamentals in Dynamic Movement 

  • Comparing Styles of Yoga. 

     

ANATOMY & BIOMECHANICS

1. Fluid Foundations 

  • Why Fluid Foundations? Health is an ever changing, dynamic homeostasis

  • What is anatomy? Different Perspectives on the Body & Asana

  • The CSV Yoga® Perspective: Paving a new path in the 21st Century

  • The Human Body from Cell to Organism

  • Cells, muscles, fascia & bones

  • CSV Wholistic Adaptation Principle

  • Evolution

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MODULE 1: Restore 

  • Introduction to Restorative Yoga & Meditation

  • Philosophy

  • Letting go and the intelligence of the cells

 

 

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MODULE 2: Core Connection

  • Signature CSV Core Warm-up - the what and the why

  • Intelligent Preparations - effective warm-ups

  • Intro to basic sequencing - beginning, middle and end

  • Sankalpa - the golden thread of intention

  • Surya Namaskar - Sun Salutations

  • Teaching the dynamic CSV breath 

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ANATOMY & BIOMECHANICS

2. Core Characteristics

  • Facets of the Core Anatomy 

  • Inner Body Support System

  • Deep Core Line Myofascial Muscle Meridian

  • Fluid Foundations Within The Core

  • THE FUNDAMENTAL CUES: Biomechanics & Physics.

 

MODULE 2: Restore 

  • Core Restore

  • Philosophy: core values, core truth

 

 

 

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MODULE 3: Stand in Your Truth

  • Standing poses - Neutral & Externally Rotated / Symmetrical & Asymmetrical.

  • CSV Transitions - a journey through neutral - standing poses / broken giraffe.

  • Standing Balances: Grow from your seed.

  • Balanced Revolved Standing Poses: Earth to Core to Expression.

  • Breath Exploration: Pranayama Techniques beyond the CSV Breath.

     

     

ANATOMY & BIOMECHANICS 

3. Anatomy of Breath & Lower Body

  • Bandhas & The Deep Core Line.

  • The Physics of Breath.

  • Pranayama – Control or Release?

  • Different Ways To Breathe

  • The CSV Breath: Bio-Optimised Breathing.

  • What is Supported Breath?

    Architecture & Biomechanics of the Lower Body

    • Channels of Force & Weight Transfer.

    • Solid Foundations: Ground Down to Rise Up

    • Anatomy of the Foot & Toga!

    • The Power of Pelvic Reset

       

       

MODULE 3: Restore 

  • Pranayama

  • Philosophy

  • Mantra

  • Savasana Scripts

 

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MODULE 4: The Golden Thread of Intention

  • The Art of Sequencing: The Golden Thread of Intention.

  • Building Kramas.

  • Stretch, Activate, Energise, Restore - Psoas Techniques.

  • CSV Transitions: The 4 Cues, Movement & Breath.

  • Teaching Practice: Stretch, Activate, Energise, Restore - Psoas Techniques.

  • Energy Systems: Chakras & Bija Sounds.

  • Meditation Foundations.

 

ANATOMY & BIOMECHANICS 

4) The Powerful Psoas

  • The Powerful Pair of Mystery Muscles.

  • The Psoas, Fascia, Deep Core Line & Nervous System Relationship.

  • The Psoas Minor.

  • Walk Tall: Gait, Psoas & Centre Of Gravity

  • Psoas in Action & at Rest.

  • Spanning Three Chakras: The Core Chakras.

 

MODULE 4: Restore 

  • Psoas Restore

  • Philosophy 

  • Chakra Meditation

  • Energy & Light

 

 

 

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MODULE 5: In Service of the Spine

  • Flexibility & Mobility.

  • Better Backbends from your Core: Trinity Alignment.

  • Forward Folds: Creating Space Within.

  • Deeper Twists.

  • Exploring Pranayama in Seated Poses.

  • Sequencing and counterposing seated twists.

  • Sankalpa & Sequencing Tools.

  • Sequencing a Complete Class.

  • Communication Skills: Group Class Dynamics, Time Management,

 

ANATOMY & BIOMECHANICS

5) Prioritise Your Spine

  • Architecture of the Spine

  • Protection & Possibilities: Twist Don't Break

  • Movements of the Spine: Limitations & Freedom

  • Injuries & Common Complaints

  • Human Evolution of the Spine

 

MODULE 5: Restore 

  • Spinal Reset

  • Philosophy

  • Having your own back

  • The energy of the spine

 

 

 

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MODULE 6: Building Relationships

  • Healthy Hip Openers.

  • Restful Seated Poses - Counterbalancing an active practice.

  • Core Truth: Sitting with Self.

  • Teaching Skills - teacher observations observing bodies - relationships of parts

  • Ayurveda: The Sister Science of Yoga; Constitution: Doshas.

  • Your Learning Process as a teacher: Taking the Teachers Seat: Building Relationships.

  • Music & Ambience.

 

 

ANATOMY & BIOMECHANICS 

6) Full-Body Relationships 

  • Finding Purpose

  • Healthy Tissue Relationships

  • Sthira & Sukha

  • Anatomy of a Joint 

     

MODULE 6: Restore 

  • Creating Restore Sessions

  • Philosophy  

 

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MODULE 7: Courage & Containment

  • Empowering Stages in Arm Balances: Inclusivity

  • Manifest Courage in Arm Balances

  • Smart Anatomy and Safety in Arm Balances

  • Teaching Skills: Holding Space, Staying in Your Magic & Containing Your Energy.

  • 10 Steps to teaching your BEST classes.

 

ANATOMY & BIOMECHANICS

7)  Injuries & Common Complaints

  • Injuries & Common Complaints.

 

MODULE 7: Restore 

  • Creating Restore Sessions

  • Philosophy  

 

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8: Shifting Perspectives

  • Inversions for Every Body

  • Flipping Perspectives: Inversions - What holds us back?

  • Tools to free your mind

  • Shifting Perspectives with Inversions: Effects on the Nervous System.

  • Business of Yoga: Evolving Your Core Message.

  • Teaching inversions. Empowering yourself and students to take flight (even if your feet never even leave the floor).

  • Philosophy, Lifestyle & Ethics Dharma - Being Your Yoga.

 

ANATOMY

8)  Architecture & Biomechanics of the Upper Limbs

  • When Our Hands/Arms Meet The Earth

  • Physics of Arm Balances & Inversion.

  • Inversions for Every Body: Inclusivity

 

MODULE 8: Restore 

  • Mudras

  • Philosophy

  • Teaching your restore session

 

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MODULE 9: Bringing Your Magic

  • Energetic & Holistic Touch.

  • Time to SHINE: Practical Teaching Assessments.

  • Teaching Different Populations.

     

 

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MODULE 10: Claiming the Teacher’s Seat

  • Teaching Online

  • Workshops, Retreats & Private Sessions

  • Next Steps

  • Level-up Your Social Media

  • Marketing

  • Graduation Celebration!

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Sacred Cycles 

 

SESSION 1: Connecting to the Moon & Seasons

  • The power of the moon

  • Lunar flow

  • Sacred Cycles of the Seasons

  • Nature’s Wheel

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SESSION 2: The Elements and The Wheel of the Year 

  • The Earth Element 

  • The Water Element 

  • The Fire Element

  • The Air Element 

  • Working with the Wheel of the Year

 

TEACHING PRACTICE 

  • Teaching practice is integrated throughout your training.  You will also be required to log 10 practice sessions in your teaching journal.

FAQ

FAQ

FAQs

 

Are there any prerequisites for this training?

 

A couple of years experience of Yoga is essential but most importantly the passion to learn!

 

What equipment do I need for this training?

 

You'll need a human body :-) a yoga mat, two blocks, one yoga strap, notebook and pen, and a good sense of humour!

 

What should I wear?

 

Normal yoga clothing is good!

 

Can I still take this training if I am pregnant?

 

Yes you can, but please speak to Anya to discuss this in more detail. 

 

Can I still take this training if I have an injury?

 

Depending on the severity of your injury, it's usually possible to mindfully work around any injuries, chat to Anya to make sure. 

TERMS & CONDITIONS

TERMS & CONDITIONS

 A deposit is required to secure your place on the course at the time of booking.  

 

Applications are taken on a ‘first come, first served’ basis.

 

If deposits or balance payments are not made by the specified date, you may forfeit your place on the training.

 

The full fee should be paid by the time course finishes, or as outlined by a payment plan as previously agreed with Core Revolution.

 

Payment plans must be agreed by means of a standing order set up by the student or via a PayPal subscription payment plan (for non-UK students)

 

Full fees for the course must be paid before a graduation certificate can be issued.

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REFUND POLICY GUIDELINES

 

Deposit Payments are non-refundable. 

 

Cancellations - due to there being limited spaces on the training,  we are unable to offer cancellations once the course has commenced.  

 

PLEASE note that if you chose to opt for a payment plan, this is a commitment to paying the full course fee. If you decide to leave the training for any reason you will still be legally required to continue your payment plan as agreed when signing up. 

 

In the event of an emergency, serious injury, illness or death in the family, a partial refund or deferring your training maybe considered, but this is wholly at the discretion of the studio and lead trainer.

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CANCELLATION OF COURSE

 

Whilst we will do everything to make sure the training course runs on the given dates, if the course needs to be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, the lead trainer reserves the right to cancel the course at any time. Under these circumstances, a date change may be offered or a full refund will be offered to the student.

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