the mind

THE MIND – Philosophy & Sequencing for teachers

*This course is continued education for yoga teachers and part of our 300 hr advanced yoga teacher training. All yoga teachers can take this course separately. To read more about the full program in 300h YTT click here!

Join us for a 4-day immersive journey that softens the boundary between body and mind. In this training, you’ll explore dynamic meditations, discover the power of your voice, and learn to design thoughtful and expressive yoga sequences.
It’s a heart-centered path toward holistic transformation.

Meditation, in this module, goes far beyond stillness. Together, we’ll explore a tapestry of techniques—from rhythmic shaking and expressive dance to the grounding depth of OSHO meditations.

You’ll also be guided by our exceptional voice therapist, Kim Gajraj, as you connect with your voice on a deeper level. Through her sessions, you’ll explore strength, vulnerability, and the power of authentic expression.

This course is about refining your teaching. We’ll combine anatomy, philosophy, and creative design to help you build meaningful, well-rounded class experiences.
You’ll expand your skills in workshop planning, cueing, and language use, and walk away with a more vivid and personal teaching voice.

This training blends theory and practice. You’ll enhance your teaching with tools for meditation diversity, emotional intelligence, and communication. Together, we’ll reflect on the ego, habitual patterns, and how emotions can be used to inspire—not restrict—your teaching.

Finally, you’ll connect with a like-minded group of teachers. You’ll grow, share, and gain the confidence to lead with knowledge and warmth.

HERE’S WHAT’S ON THE SCHEDULE

  • Voice Therapy Work
    Our guide Kim Gajraj brings a powerful mix of insight, energy, and tools. This part of the training helps you reconnect with your voice and plant yourself in a new light.
    Together, we’ll explore how to be truly heard by first learning to listen inward.
  • Loads of Practice
    Meditation will be a core focus. You’ll experience many styles firsthand and reflect through shared discussion. It’s a chance to understand both the energetic and practical dimensions of meditation.
  • Sequencing
    We’ll study sequencing through the lens of Vinyasa Krama Yoga. You’ll learn to shape your classes using arcs, cycles, and symbolic blueprints—especially those inspired by goddess energies.
    This approach encourages creativity and helps you design classes that feel honest and fully yours.
  • Subtle Body & Mind Exploration
    We’ll go deep into how emotions, stress, and the subtle body influence both mind and movement. Through discussion and practice, we’ll connect theory and experience using mudras, nadis, and deities as guiding tools.

About the teachers

Josephin Westerlund – Lead teacher

Josephin is a co-founder of Yoga Folks and a long-time teacher based in Stockholm and London. She’s known for blending knowledge, intuition, and humor to create engaging, grounded learning spaces.

She has over 1,500 hours of certified training in Vinyasa Krama, Bhakti Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Meditation, Pranayama, Personal Training, Hands-on Assists, Sequencing, Yin Yoga, Women’s Therapy, and Yoga Nidra.
With 9 years of experience facilitating trainings, Josephin brings depth and warmth to every course.

Kim Gajraj – Voice Therapist

Kim is an experienced facilitator with a background in group and individual work. She has spent much of her life exploring the connection between sound, culture, and self-expression, often learning from indigenous communities.

Her journey has taken her around the world, and deeply within.
In this training, Kim will guide a voice journey designed to help you connect with your voice and use it to its fullest potential.

4 – 7 September
Thursday & Friday 6:30-17:30
Saturday 7:30-18:00
Sunday 7:30-16:00
+ prep work ca 7 hours to complete online before the start of the module

Investment:
12 000 SEK (inc. 6% VAT)
11 000 SEK (inc. 6% VAT) for all Yoga Folk’s teacher graduates
Registration fee is 3.500 SEK, the rest can be paid 30 days prior to course start

*Pssst – get up to 15 000 SEK in discount if signing up to the whole 300hr training, see more information here