Sink deeper - Weekend Immersion
30 hrs of Creative Sequencing/Philosophy/AnatomyLexington,KT | July 11th – July 13th
Sink Deeper – Weekend Immersion with Erin Kelly (@erinkellyart)
Three days. Thirty hours. One transformative experience.
Join us at The Forum Modern Yoga & Mindfulness Studio in Lexington, KY, for a weekend of embodied exploration that invites you to sink beneath the surface. This immersive experience is open to the public and can be taken for 30HR CET or as part of the 300HR YTT Module with Authentic Movements
Through movement anatomy, subtle body practices, and creative asana labs,discover new layers of expression and connection. Engage in creation labs that unravel the art of language and the power of collective energy, inspiring fresh pathways in your practice and teaching.
The Forum’s vibrant community serves as fertile ground for growth, where logical creativity blossoms and experimentation is encouraged. Step into the “why” behind the flow, crafting transitions with awareness and intention.
Come explore. Come create. Come sink deeper
We’ll Explore:
Creative sequencing from many angles
Bringing in outside modalities
Pulling inspiration from work off the mat
The power of collective brainstorming
Helpful movement mechanics
Motivating introspective practices
Crafting our personal creative language
Unique prop usage
and MORE!
Upon completion, graduates who have previously completed a 200HR Yoga Alliance approved teacher training program (from any school) will be eligible to apply this 30 hour training toward the 50 hours of Creative Sequencing required for our 300HR Modular Hybrid Program. The remaining 20 hours of creative sequencing can be completed in the form of 1:1 mentorship with Erin. Questions? Email us at [email protected]
Not interested in the whole program? No problem. Hours completed are still counted as continued eduction for YogaAlliance.org.
Note: Hours are earned not bought and the 30HR certificate is contingent on attending all offerings, as well as passing the online practicum exam that happens after
TRAINING BASICS
Dates:
Weekend Immersion 30 hr CET: Creative Sequencing and Asana Lab
Friday, July 11th to Sunday July 13th, 2025 (3 Full days)
9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Cost:
Weekend pass – $480.00
Day pass – $170.00
Location:
FORUM Modern Yoga & Mindfulness Studio – Lexington, KT
30HR In-PERSON FEE FOR TRAINING INCLUDES:
- 3 Day Intensive (30hrs) Hour Teacher Training Module
- Printed Course Book w/ Syllabus
- 9 hrs of Pre&Post-Work
- Daily Flow Classes in a Variety of Styles
- In depth and interactive lectures on Anatomy, the use of subtle body practices, Creative Webbing, Dynamic Movements, Unique Prop Usage, the Importance of Transitions, Utilizing Outside Movement Modalities, Logical Creativity, and MORE.
- Practice crafting and verbalizing a variety of classes/workshops/sequences
Additional Items (Not included):
- Lodging + travel costs
- Meals + snacks
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In an effort to provide valuable, but accessible continued education, Authentic Movements offers a variety of flexible payment options outside of the advertised price. If you need a different price or a payment plan, please don’t hesitate to reach out via our scholarship form. You can also email us at [email protected] if you have any additional questions.
Need a scholarship? Please apply HERE
Who is this training for?
This 30 HR Training is for anyone wanting to further their exploration and implementation of logical creativity into their personal practice and/or teaching. We believe that being confident in your ability to thoughtfully craft and dictate intentional and unique classes makes for a more helpful and impactful teacher. We will spend a good amount of time breaking down postures in asana labs to both deeper our own practice and teaching offerings. Plus you’ll be able to put your own creative spin on your classes/personal practice while simultaneously helping your students progress and play in an efficient manner. Going through this program will provide you with key techniques to take away and apply to your students as well as a deeper understanding of the body so you will feel empowered to apply your techniques to a range of students, beginner- advanced. Not a teacher? No problem! Delving into creative sequencing is also instrumental for personal practice purposes, and you’ll still find the vast majority of the offerings applicable.
This training is open to everyone although we do recommend at least 1-2 years of regular, solid practice. You don’t have to be part of our 300HR Modular Hybrid Program to attend a module. If you don’t particular care about earning a certificate and simply want to enjoy a weekend of creativity and play, then there is no need to attend all sessions. Pick and choose those that are right for you. Not sure if you’re the right fit for this training? Email us here! [email protected]
This 30HR module is offered as a stand alone continued education course for ANYONE, but is also a necessary component our 300HR (500HR Track) Hybrid Modular Program. We are confident that the time spent together, practicing and exploring in a community setting, will offer countless tips and tools to take home.
**You do NOT need a 200HR training to attend this event, just a regular movement practice.**
Training Schedule
Day 1 – Friday 11th
*9:00am – 12:00am – Finding Space – Movement practice – Fascial line breakdown and more
*1:00pm – 3:00pm – Lecture 1 “Understanding the why” Anatomical components + Subtle body history = the power of opposites P1
*4:00-6:00pm – Heart Openers Masterclass: Unlock Your Frontline
Day 2 – Saturday 12th
*9:00am-12:00am – Flip it, Fly it & Fine-Tune it – Inversions Master Class
1:00pm – 3:00pm Lecture P2 – “Implimenting the How” Teaching/doing complex postures + Q&A + Dynamic movements activity
*4:00pm – 6:00pm – Twist – Binds – Lateral flexion Workshop Master Class
Day 3 – Sunday 13th
9:00am – 12:00am Hips & Arm balance the power of props – Workshop – Masterclass
1:00pm- 3:00pm Methodology Lecture P3 The art of Language + Tendencies
4:00pm – 6:00pm Subtle body exploration – build trust and expand proprioception – Master Restorative Class
We ask that attendees please be on time to avoid delays. While those looking to register with Yoga Alliance for the 300HR Modular Hybrid Program will need to attend all sessions to accumulate the required hours, we ask that you honor your body and simply observe whenever needed.
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Curious ABOUT OUR 300HR (500HR Track) Hybrid Program?
All virtual modules required for this program are now available so you can get started today!
What to Expect…
The Authentic Movements 30HR Creative Sequencing Module will offer a brave & playful community space to explore and practice the basics behind expanding our collective creativity. The module will be broken up into a variety of daily parts that build on each other and allow time for both practice and implementation of skills taught. While we advise to take this weekend in full we understand that life gets in the way. So we will offer a few options for booking.
All Movement Sessions: We will start the day with different introspection techniques to tap into our personal creativity. These may include but are not limited to journaling, mantra, interpretive dance, quick art projects, meditation, discussion, animal movements, and MORE. Following the brief introspection, each day will tackle different forms of creative sequencing in a unique movement class. Expect unusual transitions, interesting prop usage, and intentional cues sprinkled throughout the posture mimics as we work toward making peak pose sequencing more satisfying, more accessible, and more fun! Finish the morning session with sequence analysis to review techniques used and brainstorm additional changes in order to implement them for future use.
All Methodology lectures: Are a mixture of Anatomy, group discussion, introspection, Q&A, we break down the ‘Why” behind movement and then utilize proven methods of implementing the “How” to advance your teachings and personal practice. While these lectures go deep into the anatomy of movement we cross the bridge into understanding the power of subtle body practices. Which are often over looked from a training and teaching perspective. These components of trust, fear and even proprioception play a huge role in how the body physically adapts to new movement patterns.
DAY 1 – FRIDAY (Day Pass $170.00)
Finding Space: Exploring the Fascial Lines of the Body
In this experiential workshop, we’ll dive into the fascial lines of the body—an intricate network that connects, supports, and shapes us. Through mindful movement, exploration, and yoga practice, we’ll learn how understanding these lines can optimize and deepen our movements. As we create more openness and integration in the body, we discover a greater sense of space, both physically and energetically. This expanded awareness becomes a bigger playground for exploration, expression, and presence on the mat.
Methodology Lecture P1
Understanding the WHY: This portion will be a mix of anatomy, sequencing lectures, subtle body teachings and exploring outside modalities, Attendees will review both basic and in-depth anatomy to truly digest all presented material. By understanding the WHY behind our sequence creations and personal practice, we will better be able to serve both ourselves and our students, so expect discussions and critical thinking instead of simple presentations of right and wrong. In addition to anatomy, will include sequencing lectures + short activities, discussions around intention, and introduction of outside movement modalities to expand the reach of our teaching. Any extra time will be spent on creativity OFF the mat through art in a wide variety of forms.
Heart Openers Masterclass: Unlock Your Frontline
Join us for a transformative Heart Openers Masterclass focused on wild thing transitions, mandalasana, and various dropbacks. We’ll target shoulder opening and leg strength to fire up the backline, creating more space for deeper backbends and heart-opening poses. If you’re also attending the Anatomy Lab in the morning, this workshop will complement it perfectly by offering practical insights into backbend mechanics. All levels are welcome—let’s open the heart, activate the legs, and unlock new space in your practice!
DAY 2 – SATURDAY (Day Pass $170.00)
Flip it, Fly it & Fine-Tune it – Inversions Master Class
Get upside down with purpose in this high-energy handstand workshop! We’ll warm up with joint prep and core activation, then dive into alignment drills on the floor, at the wall, and in free space. Expect focused work on pressing, power jumps, and free-standing drills, all designed to boost control, strength, and confidence. We’ll also troubleshoot common habits so you can level up your technique with intention. Perfect for anyone who can kick up at the wall—come ready to play, learn, and level up.
Methodology Lecture P2
Implementing the HOW: This application lab is one of our most popular, after the morning learning inversions we jump into the HOW. How – to practice and how to teach something that may not be in your wheel house yet. Following a Q&A we will focus mainly on implementation of skills learned including a brief sequencing lecture on the power of teaching and doing Dynamic Movements. We then will implement it in a creation lab activity, to expand the reach of our teaching/practicing. This will include practice teaching, sequencing creation and demonstration, and working as a collective consciousness to craft a diverse library of tools that all attendees will then be able to take home for extrapolation and usage. Now is the time to work on both developing logical creativity in sequencing for a variety of audiences and also practice dictating complex transitions that are key elements of that sequence. We discuss how to teach postures we can not do in our body’s yet leaving you feeling confident in utilizing the day’s lessons in whatever way best reflects your personal creative language.
Twists – Binds – Lateral Flexion Workshop Masterclass
Lateral side bending is one of the most overlooked movement pathways—yet it’s essential for unlocking deeper twists and creating a more spacious, intelligent body. In this session, we’ll explore how side-body mobility supports the spine’s full range, and how strengthening through lateral flexion can awaken new freedom in your practice. We’ll also reexamine the common urge to force or grasp in binds, and instead explore how softness, space, and subtle engagement can open the door to deeper, more integrated access. This is a deep dive into the architecture of movement—subtle, strong, and unexpectedly transformative. One of the weekend’s most unique offerings.
DAY 3 – SUNDAY (Day Pass $170.00)
Hips & Armbalances Masterclass
This class will focus on external and internal hip rotations (ER/IR), helping to refine your movement while maintaining the health of the knees, ankles, and sacrum. Through targeted leg strengthening and improved squats, we’ll explore how building a solid foundation in the lower body can lighten the effort in arm balances. As we work, we’ll deepen our understanding of the hips—unlocking their full range of motion and connecting them to greater stability and control throughout your practice. This session is for students seeking to refine their alignment, build strength, and enhance their overall movement quality, both on the floor and in the air.
Methodology Lecture P3 – The Art of Language: Crafting Words with Power and Purpose:
Join us for an immersive workshop exploring the artistry and impact of language. Through interactive exercises and guided discussions, participants will uncover how word choice, tone, rhythm, and structure shape communication across contexts—from storytelling to persuasion. Whether you’re a writer, speaker, or simply passionate about expression, this workshop offers tools to elevate your use of language with clarity, creativity, and intention
Subtle body exploration Masterclass
Finish the day with the softer side of movement. Explore how to creatively sequence for more restorative style classes. Delve deep into self with guided meditations thought provoking journaling prompts, and plenty of time for free-form movement to start building your own personal posture and transition bank.
Cancellation Policy
We understand that life happens and things change. We will do our best to be flexible, however, the closer the cancellation is to the actual start date, the less likely it is that we will be able to fill your space. We highly suggest you purchase travel insurance in case of any emergency change of plans, and are happy to answer any other questions that you might have! DEPOSITS ARE ALWAYS NON-REFUNDABLE & NON-TRANSFERABLE. Thanks for understanding.
More than 2 months prior to start date:
Fully Refundable
Less than 2 months prior to start date
Non-Refundable
Videography and Photo Release: There will be Photographs and video taken during training and used for promotional purposes. By signing up for this retreat, you are agreeing to allow any photographs taken of you to be used by Stevi Gongora, Erin Kelly, Bianca Scalisé, and/or Authentic Movements.