Online
Course
Offerings

Mini Courses

Breathwork for Anxiety - mini course

No one in the history of calming down has ever calmed down by being told to calm down! It’s just not that easy. BUT we do have access to a very powerful tool- the breath- which can, with a bit of practice, have a profound effect on your physiology, energy and mood.

Breaking Free with Yoga Nidra - mini course

Have you noticed certain patterns in your relationships or life that seem to be stuck on repeat? Of course! You’re human! One of the beautiful benefits of a yoga practice is that we strengthen the ability to be self-reflective and notice these grooves that form in our minds….but then what? How do we break free of the patterns that no longer serve us?

Let’s Go To Vagus! - mini course

In a perfect world we would peacefully move back and forth from engagement to restfulness. Well…it ain’t a perfect world and often we can get stuck, hyper-aroused or stalled out which can begin to wear down both the body and spirit. Enter in the majestic Vagus Nerves!

In-Depth Courses

Breath Bandha & Mantra

When you own your breath, nobody can steal your peace. Explore the anatomical and poetic models of the breath, Vayus, diaphragms, bandhas, granthis and mantra in this very special 20-hr course

DESIRE - the 4 week course

DESIRE gets a bad reputation ⁠especially in our Yoga communities⁠. We somehow get the message that as Yogis we should somehow be above all desire⁠. What if we shifted our relationship with this word?⁠ What would blossom in our life (and our communities) if we focused on:

  • What gives our life a shine?⁠

  • How can we support ourselves and gather the means so that we can thrive?⁠

  • How can we celebrate our senses, our sensuality and create beauty in our world?⁠

  • What unburdens our soul?⁠

CORE

Of course we will dive into muscle, organ and bone in this region but we equally acknowledge this “core” of the body houses the experience of emotional processing and release. How we breathe, how we move, how we digest are inextricably woven together in the tapestry of who we are and who we wish to become.

ESSENTIALS

Are you ready to dive deep into the⁠ ESSENTIALS that every Yoga Teacher should know?⁠

This training is NOT about memorizing facts and figures but rather learning an embodied and holistic approach to the magnificent body that will have an immediate effect on you and your students!⁠⁠

Learn major muscles and joint structures of the body vital to any Yoga Teacher and practitioner ⁠

  • Knees ⁠

  • Sacrum⁠

  • Low Back ⁠

  • Shoulder⁠

  • Reading the Energy Body

MetaAnatomy of the Nervous System

We look at not just the physical components of the Nervous System but the energetic resonance and Yoga Techniques to become a better listener to your needs and more masterful of your responses. Join us for an exploration of the Nervous System that blends

  • Science and Spirituality

  • Western and Eastern Anatomy

  • Serious study and belly laughs

Is this right for me?

If you are looking for:

A nuanced approach that works with all levels of self

A practice that respects individual anatomies and experiences

Serious scientific study without taking ourselves too seriously

A practice that honors the richness of the Yoga practices and your inherent wholeness and holiness

Profound yet accessible techniques that will have an immediate effect on your practice and on your students

if yes, Then I can’t wait to meet you!

Testimonials

  • ”Beware. This course has life changing consequences. You will be more inspired and empowered by the beauty of the human body than ever before. Kristin is a master teacher, able to hold space for deep exploration and meaningful encounters with body and spirit. This course opened a new chapter in my personal and teaching practice. Thank you from the bottom of my heart muscle.”

    - KATIE BRAJA

    BREATHWORK & MEDITATION COACH

  • "One of a kind training that beautifully integrates anatomy, therapeutic aspects of yoga, and ancient traditions. Delivered in an entertaining, fun, and interactive way, the knowledge I received has been transformative for my teaching and my personal practice. Kristin is one of the most talented teachers I have ever had, capable of turning the subject I was indifferent to into the fascinating field that I want to explore more now. Highly recommend this training to all yoga teachers, whatever style one teaches or traditions you come from. Thank you!!”

    - NODIRA

  • ”MetaAnatomy with Kristin is a wonderful and awe inspiring program. The information was crystal clear, digestible, immediately applicable and delivered with grace, honesty and humor. This program should be a prerequisite for every 200-Hour certification!! I’m a much better, smarter and more conscious teacher because of this material and I hope there is a follow up module!!”

    - RIC

  • “MetaAnatomy is an accessible, thoughtful and practical approach to understanding the human body and the human experience. Kristin’s friendly demeanor, sense of humor, and wealth of knowledge make the training both fun and rewarding.”

    - APRIL

  • ”The MetaAnatomy program was honestly life changing for me. I learned so much and it brought positive changes to my life, my practice and my teaching. I gained so much from this training but most importantly to me was my confidence.”

    - Michele

  • ”Kristin’s MetaAnatomy training is essential for any yoga teacher. She provides the necessary tools to understand the connections and interconnections of the body and to teach logically and safely to those with injuries and/or pain. These teachings are equally effective with any level of practitioner. Bravo to Kristin!”

    - EVELYN

  • ”Kristin is a rare soul who is able to break down science in a way that is not only easy to understand but highly entertaining, all the while keeping the Yoga alive. I laughed as much as I learned, and learned more than I could have ever imagined. Her natural ease in converging the information presented proves her mastery and wisdom. My personal practice has been as deeply influenced as my teaching. This woman is a Glorious Goddess of Goofiness!”

    - SHEILAGH

  • ”Kristin Leal’s unique voice masterfully marries the amazing, physical inner working of the human with our own experience of the landscape. MetaAnatomy profoundly points out that we have no divisions, no boundaries, no limits except the ones we impose upon ourselves and others. Our bodies are truly temples, places of sanctuary and comfort.”

    - ANDRÉA