Master Anatomy & Physiology of Yoga
Learn how your body truly works—so you can practice and teach yoga safely, effectively, and with a deeper understanding.
What You’ll Learn?
Move Smarter, Not Harder
Discover how to apply anatomy and physiology principles to optimize movement, prevent injuries, and deepen your yoga practice.
Understand Your Body from the Inside Out
Gain a clear, practical understanding of bones, muscles, joints, circulation, and breathing to improve strength, flexibility, and function.
Master Breath & Energy Control
Explore the science behind breathing techniques and how they influence the nervous system, energy flow, and overall well-being.
Enhance Your Yoga Practice & Teaching
Learn how to modify postures for different bodies, avoid common mistakes, and create safe, effective sequences for yourself and your students.
Bridge Traditional Wisdom & Modern Science
See how ancient yogic techniques align with contemporary biomechanics and physiology, unlocking a deeper level of mind-body connection.
A must-do course for anyone interested in yoga!
Deepen your understanding of yoga by exploring how the body truly works. With Simon Borg-Olivier’s expert guidance, this course bridges traditional yoga with modern anatomical and physiological principles. Learn how to move efficiently, improve circulation, enhance flexibility, and prevent injury through intelligent practice.
Whether you’re a student, teacher, or therapist, this course will transform the way you approach yoga—helping you practice and teach with greater confidence, safety, and effectiveness.
Ready to Build a Smarter Yoga Practice?
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Who Is This Course For
This course is ideal for yoga practitioners, teachers, and movement professionals who want a deeper, science-backed understanding of how yoga affects the body on a structural, physiological, and energetic level.
This Course is Perfect for You If...
You’re a yoga teacher who didn’t receive enough anatomy training and want to confidently guide students with accurate, science-based knowledge.
You want to deepen your anatomical and physiological knowledge to truly understand how the body moves, functions, and adapts in yoga.
You want to go beyond basic yoga cues and truly understand how each movement affects muscles, joints, circulation, and the nervous system.
You struggle to connect movement with breath, circulation, and energy flow and want a clear, practical understanding of how these systems interact.
You’re a movement professional (physiotherapist, trainer, bodyworker) who wants to integrate applied yoga principles into your practice with a solid scientific foundation.
SIMON GUIDES YOU INTO THE MOST EFFECTIVE STRETCH FOR THE PSOAS MUSCLE
What’s Inside the Course?
25 Hours of In-Depth Lectures
Gain access to 25+ hours of expert-led video lessons focused on applied yoga anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics—bridging modern science with traditional practice.
Comprehensive Course Manual
Download detailed PDFs covering functional anatomy, joint mechanics, and physiological principles, making complex topics easy to grasp and apply in your yoga practice.
certificate of completion
Receive an official certificate upon finishing the course, which can be used for continuing education and professional development.
Fundamental Principles of Yoga Anatomy & Physiology
Gain a clear understanding of how the body moves and functions in yoga.
Learn the key relationships between strength, flexibility, and relaxation for safe practice.
Discover how joints, muscles, and nerves interact in different postures.
Joint Complexes & Biomechanics
Explore the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, ankle, waist, chest, and neck joint complexes.
Learn how to prevent injuries and optimize movement with applied functional anatomy.
Understand joint stability, mobility, and their role in yoga practice.
Breathing, Circulation & Nervous System
Learn the applied anatomy of breathing and its effects on circulation.
Understand the nervous system’s role in movement, relaxation, and energy flow.
Explore the impact of pranayama and breath control techniques on overall health.
Body Systems & Their Connection to Yoga
Discover the effects of yoga on the digestive, immune, endocrine, renal, and reproductive systems.
Learn how Hatha Yoga, Taoist Yoga, and Western Science approach bodily functions.
Understand how yoga influences internal organs, hormones, and the body’s natural healing systems.
Yogic Physiology & Energy Systems
Explore the chakra, nadi, and marma systems and their physiological significance.
Compare Indian, Chinese, and Western medical perspectives on energy and movement.
Learn how yoga postures, vinyasas, and mudras influence internal energy flow.
Detailed annotated illustrations
Course Curriculum
Topic 1: Introduction to Applied Anatomy and Physiology of Yoga
Topic 1.1 - The Purpose of YogaTopic
1.2 - Introduction to Functional Muscoloskeletal AnatomyTopic
1.3 - Introduction to the functional anatomy and physiology of the nervous systemTopic
1.4 - Stretching, strengthening and relaxation and the relationship between them
Topic 2-7: Joint Complexes In-Depth
Topic 2.1 - Applied functional anatomy of the shoulder joint complex
Topic 3.1 - Applied functional anatomy of the elbow joint complex
Topic 3.2 - Applied functional anatomy of the wrist joint complex
Topic 4.1 - Applied functional anatomy of the hip joint complex
Topic 5.1 - Applied functional anatomy of the knee joint complex
Topic 6.1 - Applied functional anatomy of the ankle joint complex
Topic 7.1 - Applied functional anatomy of the waist joint complex
Topic 7.2 - Applied functional anatomy of the chest joint complexTopic 7.3 - Applied functional anatomy of the neck joint complex
Topic 8: Breathing and Circulation
Topic 8.1 - Applied functional anatomy and physiology of the cardiopulmonary system
Topic 8.2 - The effects of pranayama (breath-control exercises) on the main body systems
Topic 9: The Nervous System
Topic 9.1 - Applied functional anatomy and physiology of the nervous system
Topic 9.2 - Effects of Indian hatha yoga and Chinese Taoist yoga on the nervous system, the acupuncture meridian system and the cakra-nadi-marma system
Topic 10: Body Systems (Part A)
Topic 10.1 - Applied functional anatomy and physiology of the digestive system
Topic 10.2 - Effects of Indian hatha yoga and Chinese Taoist yoga on the digestive system
Topic 10.3 - Applied functional anatomy and physiology of the immune system
Topic 10.4 - Effects of Indian hatha yoga and Chinese Taoist yoga on the immune system
Topic 10.5 - Applied functional anatomy and physiology of the renal system
Topic 10.6 - Effects of Indian hatha and Chinese Taoist yoga on the renal system
Topic 10.7 - Applied functional anatomy and physiology of the male reproductive system
Topic 10.8 - Effects of Indian hatha yoga and Chinese Taoist yoga on the male reproductive system
Topic 11: Body Systems (Part B)
Topic 11.1 - Applied functional anatomy and physiology of the female reproductive system
Topic 11.2 - Effects of Indian hatha yoga and Chinese Taoist yoga on the female reproductive system
Topic 11.3 - Applied functional anatomy and physiology of the endocrine system
Topic 11.4 - Effects of Indian hatha yoga and Chinese Taoist yoga on the endocrine system and the cakra-nadi-marma system
Topic 12: Yogic Physiology
Topic 12.1 - The effects of special yoga asanas (static postures) vinyasas (dynamic exercises) pranayamas (breath-control exercises) kriyas (cleansing processes) and mudras (energy control techniques) of Indian hatha yoga and Chinese Taoist yoga
Topic 12.2 - Comparison of the systems of Indian and Chinese medical science with western medical science
Understand Your Body & Practice Yoga with Confidence
Many yoga practitioners and teachers lack a deep understanding of anatomy and physiology, leading to inefficient movement, unnecessary strain, and increased risk of injury. Without knowing how the body truly works, it’s easy to force postures, misunderstand alignment cues, or teach based on tradition rather than science.
Master Yoga with Deep Anatomical Insights
Gain a comprehensive understanding of how your body works in yoga practice, from joint mechanics to muscle activation, for a safer and more efficient practice.
Understand the Physiology Behind Your Movement
Learn how yoga affects your body’s systems—musculoskeletal, nervous, respiratory, and more—so you can practice with greater awareness, precision, and effectiveness.
Practice with Confidence & Prevent Injury
With in-depth knowledge of body mechanics, develop an intelligent approach to yoga that minimizes strain, prevents injury, and supports long-term health and vitality.
THE PROBLEM:
Lack of Anatomical Understanding in Yoga Practice
Many yoga practitioners and teachers unknowingly practice without a full understanding of how their body functions in different postures. Without a solid grasp of anatomy and physiology, you may experience:
Misaligned Joints & Muscles – Poor understanding of body mechanics leading to ineffective or harmful alignment.
Strain & Overuse Injuries – Not knowing how to protect sensitive areas (like the spine, shoulders, and knees) during postures.
Limited Breath Control – Inadequate understanding of the relationship between breath and body systems can hinder proper flow and energy.
Inefficient Movement Patterns – Lack of knowledge about how muscles, bones, and the nervous system work together can limit strength and flexibility development.
THE SOLUTION:
Learn the Safe & Effective Way to Practice
This course equips you with the fundamental knowledge of how the body works and how to apply the knowledge of anatomy and physiology into yoga, empowering you to practice yoga in a more intelligent, efficient, and injury-free way. You will:
Master key anatomical principles to improve your posture alignment and muscle activation.
Understand the physiological impact of yoga on the body’s major systems (like the circulatory, nervous, and musculoskeletal systems).
Prevent strain & injury by learning safe, evidence-based practices tailored to your body’s needs.
Enhance breath control by understanding the connection between breathing, muscle engagement, and energy flow.
SIMON EXPLAINS A CORE CONCEPT IN UNDERSTANDING WHAT LIMITS YOUR PROGRESS
A must-do course for anyone interested in yoga!
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Why Learn From Simon Borg-Olivier?
Simon Borg-Olivier is a physiotherapist, certified yoga therapist, and the co-creator of the YogaSynergy school and movement method. With over 40 years of experience, Simon has helped thousands of students and teachers around the world enhance their health, movement, and breath through his unique fusion of ancient wisdom and modern science.
Learn from one of the most respected and experienced educators in the field, whose approach is grounded in both traditional yoga and cutting-edge physiological knowledge.
40+ Years of Yoga Expertise
Simon is a world-renowned yoga educator who has taught thousands of students and teachers worldwide.
Scientifically Backed Approach
A qualified physiotherapist, Simon integrates yoga with modern biomechanics for a safe and effective practice.
Ancient Wisdom + Modern Science
Simon’s teachings reveal forgotten knowledge—techniques that many modern teachers overlook.
Practical & Immediately Applicable
This is not just theory. Every lesson is designed to be applied instantly to your practice.
DON'T LET YOUR WRISTS SUFFER ANYMORE
IN YOUR YOGA PRACTICE
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Learn anytime, anywhere. Our courses are accessible 24/7 on any device, allowing you to study at your own pace and fit learning into your schedule.
Lifetime Access
Once enrolled, the course is yours forever. Revisit videos, download materials, and benefit from future updates whenever you need.
Supportive Community
Join our exclusive yoga community platform (HHL) to connect with fellow students, and ask questions. Need extra guidance? Reach out to Simon directly for expert support.
Meet Simon Borg-Olivier
Simon Borg-Olivier is a physiotherapist, certified yoga therapist, and co-creator of YogaSynergy. With over 40 years of teaching experience, Simon has guided thousands worldwide to improve their health, movement, and breathing through a unique fusion of traditional wisdom and modern science.
He combines his background in physiotherapy, yoga, and biomechanics to create accessible practices that foster strength without tension, flexibility without pain, and energy without overexertion. Whether you're a seasoned teacher or a curious beginner, Simon’s methods can help you achieve balance, vitality, and longevity.
Read More About Simon
Simon Borg-Olivier, MSc BAppSc (Physiotherapy) APAM c-IAYT, has been practicing traditional forms of posture, movement, breathing, and mental control for 50 years. He has been teaching for 40 years and has been a registered physiotherapist for 25 years.
Simon works as a research scientist and a University lecturer. He has been regularly invited to teach about lifestyle, posture, movement, breathing, and meditation at conferences, festivals, and intensive teacher training courses internationally since 1990.
He is also co-director of YogaSynergy, one of Australia’s oldest and most respected yoga schools, which has a style based on a deep understanding of modern medical science and traditional forms of exercise and therapy from all over the world.
Simon has studied with great traditional masters from Tibet, Japan, India, and China. Along with his business partner and fellow physiotherapist, Bianca Machliss, Simon has co-authored many books and scientific articles including ‘Applied Anatomy and Physiology of Yoga’, which is the textbook for two courses they teach at RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia.
Currently, Simon conducts intensive training courses in India, Bali, Europe, and Australia. He also teaches many online courses on the applications of posture, movement, and breathing for fitness, internal health, wellbeing, and longevity.
Enrollment Details
Course Duration: Self-paced with lifetime access—study at your own speed and revisit lessons anytime.
Total Video Content: 25+ hours, including lectures on yoga philosophy, anatomy, and movement principles, plus guided practices.
Course Materials: Downloadable PDF course manual with detailed explanations.
Certificate of Completion: Receive an official certificate upon finishing the course, which can be
used for continuing education and professional development.
Access: The course is hosted on our HHL (Health, Happiness & Longevity) Platform. After enrollment, you’ll need to create a free user profile to access all course materials.
Pricing: One-time payment ($387 USD) with no recurring fees.
FAQ
Who is this course for?
This course is for yoga practitioners, teachers, and anyone interested in improving their strength, flexibility, and alignment in a safe and effective way.
How is this course different from other yoga programs?
Unlike most yoga courses, this program is scientifically backed and combines traditional yoga wisdom with physiotherapy insights to ensure optimal alignment, injury prevention, and enhanced body control.
How is this course different from free YouTube tutorials?
This course offers structured, in-depth training backed by 40+ years of experience in yoga and physiotherapy. Simon teaches forgotten principles of movement, breath, and energy control that most modern teachers don’t know. Unlike free videos, this course provides a complete, progressive system for safer, more effective practice.
Do I need prior yoga experience?
No! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced yogi, this course will help refine your understanding and execution of key postures. But people who have already practiced yoga or have already finished teacher trainings will definitely gain immense insight.
Will I benefit from this course if I am already a yoga teacher?
Yes! Many yoga teacher trainings lack deep anatomical and physiological knowledge. This course fills those gaps, helping you teach and practice with greater safety, efficiency, and depth. You'll learn advanced biomechanical principles and injury-prevention strategies rarely covered in standard trainings.
Do I need any special equipment?
No, just a yoga mat and a comfortable space to practice!
What if I have questions during the course?
You can engage with Simon and the community through HHL’s platform, where discussions and Q&A opportunities are available.
Do I have lifetime access to the course?
Yes! This course includes lifetime access, so you can revisit the material as many times as you like.
Can I download the course materials?
The platform does not currently offer a video download option, but if you need to download the sessions for any reason, just reach out to us, and we’ll send you the videos. Even without downloading, you’ll have lifetime access to all course materials through the HHL Community platform.
Can I access the course on mobile and tablet?
Yes! The course is accessible on desktop, mobile, and tablet, so you can practice anywhere, anytime.
Is this course accredited for Yoga Alliance Continuing Education (YACEP)?
Yes! You will receive 20 Continuing Education Points (CEP) credited with Yoga Alliance upon completion of the course.
Is there a refund policy?
Yes! We offer a full money-back guarantee within the first 14 days if you're not satisfied. This applies only if you have watched no more than three videos.
Why am I being redirected to another website for payment?
This course is hosted on Simon's official community platform, Health, Happiness & Longevity (HHL). When you click to purchase, you'll be redirected to healthhappinesslongevity.co, where you’ll securely complete your payment and access the course.
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Feel free to contact us, and we'll help you decide if this online course aligns with your goals.
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