By the end of the course, students will be able to:

• Correctly use core anatomical terminology for positions, planes, and directions
• Identify major body regions, cavities, and membranes and describe their spatial relationships
• Describe and recognize basic joint classifications and movement types (flexion/extension, rotation, etc.)
• Demonstrate increased kinesthetic literacy through guided movement and somatic exploration
• Communicate anatomical concepts clearly in verbal discussion and written documentation

• New and continuing massage therapy students
• Yoga teachers, AcroYoga practitioners, and movement educators seeking anatomical literacy
• Bodyworkers and somatic practitioners wanting a clearer “map” of the body
• Anyone beginning a massage, yoga, or bodywork training who needs a solid anatomy foundation

• No formal prerequisites; open to all experience levels
• Helpful but not required: prior exposure to yoga, dance, martial arts, bodywork, or somatic practices

• Active participation in discussions, movement labs, and partner exercises
• Low-stakes in-class quizzes on terminology, regions, and basic movement principles
• Ongoing instructor feedback emphasizing learning and confidence over high-stakes testing