Simon Borg-Olivier 6 days Seminar in Berlin, 2026
Beyond Strength & Flexibility: The Keys to Longevity, Energy & Pain-Free Living
– Dates: 20 to 25 June 2026 –
The ONLY seminar with Simon Borg-Olivier taking place in Berlin 2026 thematizing posture, movement, breath & meditation!
YogaAlliance CERTIFICATION of Attendance is possible (YACEP).
In this seminar, Simon Borg-Olivier, a research scientist and physiotherapist who has taught posture, movement and breathing for over 35 years, shows ways to energize, nourish and strengthen your body while developing blissful, grounded calmness.
The highlights of this seminar
1. Effortless Strength: Unlocking Sustainable Movement, Breath & Healing
You will dive deep in Simon’s approach to strengthen without tension, to breath without force, and to move without strain.
2. Rewiring the Body for Healing: The Science & Wisdom of Posture, Breath & Movement
Learn to activate your body’s wisdom to heal from within through the ancient practices with modern medical understanding.
3. The Keys to Longevity, Energy & Pain-Free Living
Experience the practice with the focus shifted from conventional goals to holistic well-being.
4. Somatic Intelligence: How to Move, Breathe & Live with Effortless Power
Embody the idea of working with the body rather than against it. Not a work out, but a work in.
5. The Missing Link in Healing: Reconnecting Breath, Core & Nervous System
Find our how to connect your gut-brain (your core) with the thinking brain in your head as the foundation of healing through breath and movement.
6. Mastering the Art of Effortless Movement: Healing Through the Bridges Between Conscious & Unconscious Control
Learn the key bridges between conscious and subconscious —breath, core, pelvic floor, jaw, etc.
Simon will show you how to move actively and fluidly from your core while initially allowing your body breathe for you while developing breath-control. You will be shown special types of core stabilisation for the whole body which can stabilise and nourish your joints and muscles, develop strength and flexibility, prevent and heal injuries and relieve physical pain. This practice allows you to develop fitness and internal health by using spinal movements and graded diaphragmatic breathing. The techniques taught in this workshop also help improving the digestion of food, absorption of nutrients, elimination of waste and stored toxins and support the health of the reproductive system.
SEMINAR SCEDULE
FIRST PART
2-DAY WORKSHOP
SATURDAY, 20.6. (10:00–18:00): SPINAL SYNERGY
MORNING (10:00–13:00):
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Interactive lecture: Introduction to Spinal Synergy (1h 45 min)
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Guided practice with verbal/visual instructions and music (1h 15 min)
OPTIONAL QA & TOPIC DISCUSSION – The Importance of a Healthy Spine & How to Achieve it (14:00–15:00)
AFTERNOON (15:00–18:00):
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Interactive lecture: Adapting Traditional Asanas for a Healthy Spine (1h 30 min)
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Guided practice with verbal/visual instructions and music (1h 30 min)
SUNDAY, 21.6. (10:00–18:00): JOINT SYNERGY
MORNING (10:00–13:00):
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Interactive lecture: Introduction to Joint Synergy (1h 30 min)
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Guided practice with verbal/visual instructions and music (1h 30 min)
OPTIONAL QA & TOPIC DISCUSSION – The Importance of Healthy Joints & Bandhas (14:00–15:00)
AFTERNOON (15:00–18:00):
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Interactive lecture: Adapting Traditional Asanas for a Healthy Joints (1h 30 min)
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Guided practice with verbal/visual instructions and music (1h 30 min)
SECOND PART
4-DAY WORKSHOP
MONDAY, 22.6. (10:00–18:00): MIND SYNERGY
MORNING (10:00–13:00):
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Interactive lecture: Chanting & Moving Meditation (1h 15min)
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Guided practice with verbal/visual instructions and music (1h 45min)
OPTIONAL QA & TOPIC DISCUSSION – The Secrets of Meditation (14:00–15:00)
AFTERNOON (15:00–18:00):
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Interactive lecture: Unblocking the Blockages of Modern Yoga & Making Asanas Accessible (2h)
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Guided practice with verbal instructions (1h)
TUESDAY, 23.6. (10:00–18:00): BREATH SYNERGY
MORNING (10:00–13:00):
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Guided practice with visual instructions and music (1h)
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Interactive lecture: Secrets & Science of Pranayama (2h)
OPTIONAL QA & TOPIC DISCUSSION – The Missunderstandings of Breathing Physiology in Modern Yoga (14:00–15:00)
AFTERNOON (15:00–18:00):
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Interactive lecture: Breathing to Enhance Your Practice (1h 30 min)
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Guided practice with visual instructions (1h 30 min)
WEDNESDAY, 24.6. (10:00–18:00): CORE SYNERGY
MORNING (10:00–13:00):
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Morning practice with visual instructions and music (1h)
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Interactive lecture: Movement from the Core (projection of movement, breath and energy) (2h)
OPTIONAL QA & TOPIC DISCUSSION – Anatomy and Physiology of Yoga (14:00–15:00)
AFTERNOON (15:00–18:00):
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Interactive lecture: Reverse engineering yoga asanas from the core for maximum effect (2h)
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Guided practice with verbal instructions (1h)
THURSDAY, 25.6. (10:00–18:00): INTEGRATIVE SYNERGY
MORNING (10:00–13:00):
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Guided practice with visual instructions and music (3h)
OPTIONAL QA & TOPIC DISCUSSION – Implementing what you’v learned into your teaching (14:00–15:00)
AFTERNOON (15:00–18:00):
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Guided practice with visual instructions (2h)
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Final QA (45min)
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Closing circle (15min)
ABOUT SIMON BORG-OLIVIER AND YOGA SYNERGY
Simon Borg-Olivier, stands as one of the world’s most esteemed yoga masters, with over 55 years of dedicated practice, co-founder of the Synergy Yoga Method, whose teachings blend the essence of Indian traditions, martial arts, and cutting-edge physiotherapy, bringing forth healing, transformation, and a harmonious integration of ancient and contemporary principles.
Intelligent Synthesis: His method seamlessly fuses insights from Indian yoga traditions, Chinese martial arts, and avant-garde Australian physiotherapy principles.
Academic Standing: Simon serves as a research scientist and university lecturer, contributing significantly to exercise, meditation, therapy, nutrition, and life coaching fields. Co-authored numerous books and scientific articles, including the widely recognized ‘Applied Anatomy and Physiology of Yoga,’ a textbook for courses at RMIT University.
Healing Legacy: Simon’s teachings have empowered many to transform their lives, fostering physical and mental healing through the integration of diverse ancient practices and cutting-edge physiotherapy.
Educational Background: Holder of a Master’s degree in Biology. Simon is a registered Physiotherapist, recognized as the most advanced in the world. His transformative journey includes studying under legendary yoga and masters, such as BKS Iyengar, and Sri K. Pattabhi Jois; Master Zhen Hua Yang and many others
Global Recognition: Featured in renowned publications like The Australian, The Sydney Morning Herald, Well Being Magazine, and The Compassionate Road.
If you don’t know Simon, then start with this video, which reflects Simon’s approach towards yoga practice and life itself.
Visit Simon’s Youtube channel.
PARTICIPATION MODALITIES
Part attendance of this course is possible subject to space and numbers.
People new to working with Simon can only do part attendance if they attend at least the first two days.
People who have worked extensively with Simon can attend any day subject to checking with Simon.
CERTIFICATION YACEP
Simon will give you a certificate of attendance which can be used for continuing education points with Yoga Alliance and other organisations.
Location
The seminar takes place at a beautiful Eden, located central in Berlin-Pankow: Breite Straße 43, 13187 Berlin-Pankow, S-U Pankow.
A huge garden and a cafe belong to this location.
Eden has several halls. We will be practicing in the biggest hall Studio 300.
Studio 300 – 1st house front entrance ground floor




