Master the Advanced Yoga Fundamentals
Learn the key foundations of movement, breath, and posture with Simon Borg-Olivier’s unique approach, blending traditional wisdom with modern science.
What You’ll Learn?
Master the True Fundamentals of Yoga
Go beyond surface-level instruction—understand the internal actions behind each pose, not just the outer shape.
Learn Where to Focus in Each Posture
Discover how to engage the right muscles, joints, and breath to achieve the full benefits of every movement.
Sequence Poses Intelligently
Understand when to introduce each posture for the best progression, ensuring safety and effectiveness in your practice.
Deepen Your Knowledge of Energy & Physiology
Explore how different poses influence energy flow, the nervous system, and overall body function.
Refine Your Practice with Physiotherapy-Based Techniques
Learn precise alignment and activation methods to move efficiently and avoid unnecessary strain or injury.
Build a Strong & Intelligent Yoga Foundation
Learn the essential principles of yoga with Simon Borg-Olivier’s expert guidance, combining traditional knowledge with modern physiotherapy insights. This course goes beyond just learning poses—it teaches you how to move efficiently, activate the right muscles, and sequence postures for maximum benefit.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, this course will refine your practice, enhance your understanding, and help you move with strength, flexibility, and ease.
Ready to Build a Smarter Yoga Practice?
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Who Is This Course For
This course is perfect for anyone looking to build a strong, sustainable yoga practice. Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, these essential principles will help you move with greater ease, strength, and awareness.
This course is ideal for:
Beginners who want a structured approach to building a solid yoga foundation.
Experienced practitioners looking to refine their technique and prevent injuries.
Yoga teachers who want to deepen their understanding of movement, breath, and alignment.
Anyone seeking a safe, effective, and sustainable way to practice yoga for life.
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What’s Inside the Course?
38 Hours of Video Material
Gain access to 20+ hours of in-depth lectures covering yoga philosophy, anatomy, and safe movement principles, plus 18+ hours of guided practices to apply what you learn on the mat.
Comprehensive Course Manual
Download detailed PDF explanations and simplified PowerPoint slides for each lecture, making complex concepts easy to understand and review at any time.
certificate of completion
Receive an official certificate upon finishing the course, which can be used for continuing education and professional development.
Yoga History, Philosophy & Purpose
Discover the origins of yoga and its evolution.
Understand the deeper purpose of yoga beyond physical movement.
Explore key philosophical principles that guide yoga practice.
Essential Anatomy & Physiology for Yoga
Learn how your bones, joints, and muscles work in yoga.
Understand the nervous system, breathing, and circulation.
Apply physiotherapy-based insights for safe & effective practice.
Core Yoga Sequences for Strength & Flexibility
Foundational sequences to lengthen the spine & improve posture.
Sun Salutations & Moon Salutations for energy balance.
Guided standing, seated, and floor-based sequences for mobility.
Breath Control & Energy Regulation
Learn the key factors that affect breathing in yoga.
Practice simple-to-advanced breath control (pranayama) techniques.
Relaxation & Meditation
Develop mindfulness through guided concentration and meditation.
Experience deep relaxation techniques for recovery & stress relief.
Final Integration & Course Completion
Full practice sessions incorporating all key elements.
Multiple-choice exam to reinforce understanding.
Course Curriculum
Topic 1: The history and philosophy of yoga
Session 1.1: The purpose of yoga
Session 1.2: The history of yoga
Session 1.3: The philosophy of yoga
Topic 2: Basic applied anatomy and physiology of yoga
Session 2.1: Bones, joints and muscles
Session 2.2: Regulation and control of the body
Session 2.3: Circulation and breathing
Session 2.4: What you need to know in order to safely and effectively execute a physical yoga exercise
Topic 3: Physical yoga practice: introductory and finishing sequences
Session 3.1: The nerve-lengthening sequence
Session 3.2: the pure spinal movement sequence
Session 3.3: The salute-to-the-sun sequence
Session 3.4: The salute-to-the-moon sequence
Session 3.5: The seated finishing floor sequence
Topic 4: Physical yoga practice: Standing sequence part A
Session 4.1: The triangle sequence
Session 4.2: The side-spine lengthening sequence
Topic 5: Physical yoga practice: Standing sequence part B
Session 5.1: The elephant sequence
Session 5.2: The standing one-sided forward-bending sequence
Topic 6: Physical yoga practice: Standing sequence part C
Session 6.1: The one-legged standing sequence
Session 6.2: The warrior sequence
Topic 7: Physical yoga practice: Floor sequence part A
Session 7.1: The east-west spinal-lengthening sequence
Session 7.2: The head-to-knee sequence
Session 7.3: The seated spinal twist sequence
Topic 8: Physical yoga practice: Floor sequence part B
Session 8.1: The cobblers sequence
Session 8.2 The cow sequence
Topic 9: Physical yoga practice: Floor sequence part C
Session 9.1: The prone backward-bending sequence
Session 9.2: The supine backward-bending sequence
Session 9.3: The supine knees-to-chest spinal-releasing sequence
Topic 10: Physical yoga practice: Inverted sequence
Session 10.1: The inverted postures
Session 10.2: The shoulder-stand sequence
Topic 11: Breath control
Session 11.1: Factors that can affect breathing
Session 11.2: Simple to complex breath control exercises
Topic 12: Meditation and relaxation
Session 12.1: Concentration and meditation
Session 12.2: Supine relaxation
Prevent Injury & Build a Strong, Sustainable Foundation
Master the Fundamentals of Yoga
Learn the essential building blocks of yoga—proper alignment, body awareness, and mindful movement—to avoid injury and achieve lasting benefits.
Understand the Science Behind the Practice
Go beyond surface-level techniques and explore the anatomical and physiological aspects of yoga. Learn how to move with intention and build a practice that nurtures your body and mind.
Build a Solid Foundation for Lifelong Practice
Develop a deep understanding of yoga’s core principles, from anatomy to philosophy, that will serve as a foundation for a sustainable practice, whether you're a teacher or practitioner.
THE PROBLEM:
The Gap in Traditional Yoga Training
Many yoga practitioners and teachers lack a thorough understanding of the body’s mechanics and the deeper principles of yoga. Without this foundational knowledge, you risk improper alignment, unsafe practices, and stagnating progress in your practice.
Common problems include:
Injuries from poor alignment – Often due to lack of anatomical understanding or improper muscle activation.
Limited body awareness – Yoga is more than just physical poses; understanding how each pose affects your body and energy is key to long-term health and flexibility.
Frustration and plateaus – Without a solid foundation, progress can stall, leaving you feeling disconnected from your practice.
THE SOLUTION:
Learn Yoga Fundamentals with Physiotherapy-Based Precision
This course provides a deep dive into the essential principles and practices that are often overlooked in traditional yoga teacher training. Gain insights from Simon’s 40+ years of experience as a physiotherapist and yoga expert to ensure that your practice is not only effective but also safe.
You will learn to:
Build a strong, injury-free foundation through proper alignment and muscle activation.
Understand the anatomical and physiological effects of each pose, ensuring a sustainable practice.
Develop body awareness to prevent common injuries and plateaus in your practice.
Tailor your practice to your individual body and needs—no one-size-fits-all solutions.
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Simon Borg Olivier - Yoga Fundamentals
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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.
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Lifetime Access
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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: 38+ 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 ($297 USD) with no recurring fees.
Have more question? Find your answers in the 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?
This course is different from other youga courses because it does not just focus on learning poses—it’s about truly understanding how your body moves and why certain practices work or don’t. Simon’s physiotherapy-based approach equips you with the tools to develop a lifelong, sustainable practice while preventing the most common injuries in yoga.
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.
Still have questions?
Feel free to contact us, and we'll help you decide if this online course aligns with your goals.
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