Description

The shoulders are often a source of discomfort, tightness and misunderstanding. Modern office jobs 
mean we’re sitting, working at keyboards and holding our arms in fixed positions for long periods of 
the day. All this creates unnecessary tension potentially leading to long term tightness and 
dysfunctional movement patterns that affect our ability to move easily. 
Join Catherine Annis for this practical workshop, to learn more about the anatomy of this area, 
particularly the complex structure and function of the shoulder joint. Explore the intimate relationship 
between the upper spine, shoulders and breath and give your shoulders and upper back a sensory 
treat. Learn to let go of long held tensions and discover some gentle, deliberate and focused 
techniques to help you change movement habits and release unnecessary tension.
Aims of the day: 
• To understand the complex structure and function of the shoulder joint 
• To incorporate learning and knowledge into yoga practice, exploring simple and more 
complex postures
• Discover the intimate relationship between the upper spine, shoulders and the breath
• Learn more about the rotator cuff 
• To understand personal habitual movement patterns and consider ways of changing this to 
bring more ease and simplicity to movement
• Practice some gentle, deliberate and focused techniques to help you change movement 
habits and release tensions which may restrict you in everyday life
Learning Outcomes:
• Understand the anatomy of the shoulders, upper back and ribs
• The role of the shoulder girdle in supporting the arm and connecting the ribs to the trunk
• Learn how conscious awareness of our anatomy benefits our approach to all movement
• Discover new approaches to working with this area to help you move with more ease and 
grace 
• Discover ways of moving that are inspired by the shape and form of your own bones
• Give your shoulders a sensory treat, let go of long held tensions and discover techniques to 
support you in developing more efficient movement pattern

Additional Information

Catherine is modifying an existing approved CPD for this masterclass, so this would be suitable for teachers wanting better understanding  of this area but also of interest  to yoga students . Attendance will contribute towards CPD 
Also it will be recorded so that attendees can review the material in their own time for a period of 14 days

What to Bring

Belt ,Blocks ,Bolsters ,Mat.