Course Title: Mindfulness for Stress Management (Module 2)

¥17,800

Course Code: MSM101

Course Period: 2025/11/1-11/22

Day: Sat

Time: 13:30-15:00

Hours: 6

Sessions: 4

Instructional Language: English

English Proficiency Level: Any Level

Location: In-Person (Tokyo)

Course Description: This mindfulness-based module builds on the foundation developed in the Hatha Yoga practice. Students will explore evidence-based techniques to manage stress, improve focus, and enhance emotional resilience. Each session includes guided meditation, mindful movement, and reflective exercises that help integrate mindfulness into everyday life with clarity and compassion. Note: Both modules are registered as continuing education certification programs accredited by Yoga Alliance and can serve as refresher sessions or count toward teaching hours for yoga instructors seeking to enhance their skills in English.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this course, students will be able to:
・Understand the foundations of mindfulness and its benefits.
・Learn techniques to observe thoughts and emotions non-judgmentally.
・Develop skills to manage stress through present-moment awareness.
・Establish a personal mindfulness routine for daily wellness and self-care.
・Apply reflective exercises to deepen insight and emotional clarity.

Who should take this course: Suitable for beginners and those with prior experience. This module naturally builds on the foundation of body awareness developed in the Hatha Yoga module and welcomes anyone interested in managing stress and enhancing overall well-being through meditation in a supportive environment.

Textbook: No required textbook

Instructor: Luiz Olimpio

Instructor Biography: Luiz Olimpio has been practicing yoga since 1999. He has trained in India with the nonprofit Yoga Alliance and holds regular meditation retreats in the Kanto area. He is a Harvard Medical School-certified mindfulness-based cognitive therapy teacher, which qualifies him to guide students in an immersive learning environment. He is the founder of Olimpyoga, an executive mindfulness and well-being consultancy that provides programs for private clubs, and corporate clients.