Hormonal Yoga Without Myths. Yoga Therapy Practice for the Endocrine System. Video Lesson with Olena Bakai (CYF 2025)
This lesson with renowned yoga therapist Olena Bakai reveals the myths and realities of hormonal yoga.
You will learn:
- why asanas cannot mechanically affect hormones;
- how the endocrine system really works;
- what to do to make your yoga practice safe and effective.
The lecture is complemented by a practical session including:
- breathing techniques for balancing the nervous and hormonal systems;
- strength asanas for stress compensation;
- tabata-style yoga elements to strengthen the body;
- individual approaches for different conditions: hypo- and hyperthyroidism, high cortisol, edema, and more.
What you will gain
Theory
- debunking myths about hormonal yoga;
- understanding the connection between the endocrine and nervous systems;
- overview of key hormones: cortisol, vasopressin, thyroid hormones;
- how yoga relates to stress and hormonal imbalance.
Practice
- nadi shodhana with a special “twist” (balancing sympathetic/parasympathetic);
- strength asanas and static tabata;
- techniques for venous return and cardiovascular support;
- tailored approaches for hypo- and hyperthyroid conditions.
Who is it for?
- women and men looking for yoga for hormonal health;
- those dealing with thyroid issues, stress, or hormonal imbalance;
- yoga teachers and practitioners who want to master therapeutic tools;
- anyone interested in yoga for hormonal balance and well-being.
About the teacher — Olena Bakai
- A teacher trusted by thousands of practitioners and future instructors.
- Certified yoga teacher RYT 500
- Master of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
- International-level yoga therapist (C-IAYT)
- Founder of International Yoga Therapy Center Sense
- Authorized to certify instructors under Yoga Alliance 200/500 and C-IAYT standards
Experience includes:
- working with musculoskeletal pain and conditions;
- support in neurology, gynecology, endocrinology, gastroenterology;
- prenatal and postnatal yoga therapy;
- helping with anxiety and depressive states;
- applying yoga therapy to digestive system disorders.
Format
- Type: lecture + practice (video recording)
- Duration: 2 hours
- Language: Ukrainian
- Event: Carpathian Yoga Fest 2025 — the largest yoga festival in Ukraine
- Access: 3 months after purchase
What you need for practice
- yoga mat;
- block or bolster (if needed);
- water and a quiet space.
These are exactly the tools recommended and used by Olena Bakai in her therapeutic practice.
Special offer
- You can also purchase other masterclass recordings from the festival.
- Full course — 13 lessons at a special price of 4500 UAH.
This lesson is your chance to learn the truth about hormonal yoga, understand how the endocrine system works, and master practices that truly help. If you want to bring depth and evidence-based methods into your yoga practice — this lesson is worth buying.
