YogaWorks Partners With NASM to Provide Yoga for Personal Trainers

NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- YogaWorks, the industry leader in yoga practice and teacher training has partnered with the National Academy of Sport Medicine (NASM) to offer an accredited yoga program specifically designed for personal trainers. The workshop, taught by certified YogaWorks instructors, will teach participants how to incorporate the benefits of yoga and mindful fitness into their personal training techniques. Workshops begin in January 2012, an ideal time for fitness professionals to increase their breadth of expertise and value to their client base.

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"YogaWorks is world-renowned for their yoga teacher training programs and we're thrilled to offer their knowledge of this ancient old practice to our nation's top personal trainers," says David Pettrone Swalve, general manager of education at NASM. "The fitness industry is growing exponentially and this program will add an entirely new aspect to the personal training experience."

The two-weekend workshop series will teach participants the benefits of yoga, including increased cardiovascular health, flexibility, muscular endurance and balance. The program also provides hands-on practical experience in how to incorporate these benefits into a personal training session. Topics are broken down into two sections; Part 1 includes sun salutations, standing poses, back bending and abdominals, while Part 2 covers inversions, restoratives, pre-natal and injuries. Participants who complete the series will become an accredited Yoga Fitness Specialist™ YFS™ and receive 3.2 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

"Yoga is an integral part of a balanced workout program and by partnering with NASM we're able to bring these unparalleled benefits to personal trainers and their clients," says Phil Swain, chief executive officer, YogaWorks. "Yoga improves focus and balance while strengthening the body, mind and spirit, necessary tools for overall health and success in reaching fitness goals."

The first series, taught by Chrissy Canning and Tanya Colucci, both NASM-CPT and YogaWorks Teacher Trainer certified, begins Saturday, January 21, 2012 at South Bay Spectrum – 2250 Park Place El Segundo, CA 90245. The entire series costs $599, however Part 1 or Part 2 can be purchased separately for $349. For more information and to register call (800) 460-6276 or visit www.nasm.org/yogaworkshops.

About NASM

Since 1987, the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) has been a global leader in providing evidence-based certifications and advanced credentials to Health and Fitness Professionals. In addition to its NCCA-accredited fitness Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certification, NASM offers a progressive career track with access to Advanced Specializations, Continuing Education courses, and accredited Bachelor and Master Degree programs. The NASM educational continuum is designed to help today's Health and Fitness Professional enhance their career, while empowering their clients to live healthier lives. To learn more, visit: www.nasm.org or call 1.800.460.NASM (6276).  

About YogaWorks

YogaWorks is the leading provider of progressive and quality yoga in the US, with locations in Los Angeles, Northern California, New York and Orange County.  Delivering innovative programming that promotes total physical and emotional well-being YogaWorks caters to students of all levels and ages with both traditional and innovative programming.  It is also an international teaching school, cultivating the richest yoga talent around the globe and setting the gold standard for teaching.  For more information on YogaWorks, visit www.yogaworks.com or facebook.com/yogaworks.

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