Relax and Restore Intensive (Level 1)
With adelene cheong
To ‘rest’, to ‘relax’ and to ‘restore’ is a natural vital process in our lives. Rest supports optimal physiological functioning, and promotes healing and growth.
During rest, one’s autonomic nervous system switches from sympathetic-dominance to parasympathetic-dominance, regeneration and restoration is accelerated. Research has shown that relaxation and rest is essential to everyone of all ages and culture, size and shape.
This intensive is aimed at yogis, yoga teachers, educators, physical therapist as professional and personal learning experience and to set the foundation for giving restorative yoga practices. If you are looking to dive deeper into the groundbreaking approach of Judith Hanson Lasater - Adelene will be offering this level one and a level two course in 2026 at Yoga Moves.
Why do we practice Restorative Yoga?
To support health and vitality, an antidote to stress
To replenish moments of depletion and fatigue at every level
To restore mental clarity and resilience
To reconnect to our innate true nature
To live with capacity for greater awareness and equanimity
To offer the best version of ourselves to the world
Come and learn the science and art of Restorative Yoga, the skills to practice active relaxation. This immersion supports ample space and time for learning, reflection and integration. Whether your intention is to deepen personal understanding of restorative practices, or to offer it to family / friends, or to teach and share this healing practice, there will be comprehensive coverage of both the theoretical and practical application of restorative yoga.
"Restorative Yoga is a Relaxation practice for Conscious Deep Rest. Rest is not self-indulgence, Rest is not optional; Rest is self-preservation, Rest is respect for life." ~ Adelene Cheong
This comprehensive immersion offers 35 hours of study and practice of :
Fundamental Restorative Poses: Alignment, Energetic expression, Emotional and Psychology of each pose
Physiology of relaxation, and the Autonomic Nervous System
Continuum of consciousness
Relaxation skills / tools
Sensory & somatic intelligence
Sequencing a practice
Variations to adapt and modify, creative use of props
Teaching skills (In-person and online)
Adjustments and touch
Self Practice, Group vs One-to-one Practice
Five Kosha (Physical, Energetic, Emotional, Mental, Pure Being)
The process of reflection and integration
This training qualifies for CPD with YogaAlliance CEP and YAP.
Adelene will also be offering a level 2 course in late 2026 (dates to be determined)
RECOMMENDED READING
Book: Relax and Renew, by Judith H. Lasater (2011)
Book: Restore and Rebalance, by Judith H. Lasater (2017)
Video resource: Relax and Restore Series 1 by Adelene Cheong (2017)
POST COURSE REQUIREMENTS (for certificate):
Completion of ALL 35 contact hours of training. NO EXCEPTION.
Project: Three case studies on teaching one-to-one Restorative yoga, and four questions for reflection.
OPTIONAL:
Post-training Support & Level 1 Teacher Certification (10 non-contact hours. Additional fee applies)
One-to-one online sessions with Adelene at a 50% discount for 6 months from training date, for continuous support
Observe / assist Adelene on classes and events
Lifetime listing on www.restorativeyogateachers.com directory, which is a widely promoted site by Judith Hanson Lasater and Adelene Cheong for this work.
Dates: Wednesday 21 January - Sunday 25 January 2026
Times: 11.30-19.00 (we may have to adjust some times - esp on Wednesday and Thursday - we will know in the fall)
Location: Studio FLY | Croeselaan 209 | Utrecht
Price: Sign up early for best price!
Early Bird Special
Until 1 June €595
Until 1 Sept. €645
Until 1 Oct. €695
Until 1 Nov. €745
Regular €795
This professional development course falls under CRKBO and thus has no vat added.
about the teacher:
