Teacher Training Certification Program (Yoga Alliance 200 hours)

Now taking names for this year's training program to start in October 2008!

The teacher training program is a 9-month program; meeting one weekend per month (with some additional dates and times for practice teaching and special training.) NOTE: Curriculum, material covered, and availability of guest teachers could vary based on the on enrollment in program.

Class Schedule

October 10, 11, 12

Introduction, program overview, Raja Yoga, Yamas and Niyamas, Ethics, The Pranic Sheaths, Teaching Relaxation, and Types/Styles of Yoga

November 7, 8, 9

Teaching Methodology, Overview of Chakras & Doshas, Asana (Variations, Contraindications, and Benefits.) The chakra model will be covered in more detail during sessions upcoming in March, 2009 (see below.)

December 5, 6, 7

Teaching Methodology continued, Alexander Technique with John Macy, PT PRC.

December 13, 14 (1-5pm)

Practicums.

January 9, 10, 11

Pranayama & Dhyana: How to teach breathing practices and meditations?

Feb 13, 14, 15

Anatomy, bones and muscles, applied kinesiology with Amy Matthews

March 20, 21, 22

The Chakras and subtle bodies.

April 3, 4, 5

Ayurveda with Dr. Rajesh Kotecha: the history and value of Ayurvedic Medicine, the Gunas, the Doshas, Yogic Cooking, Food Sadhana, Herbs, and pulse diagnosis.

May 1, 2, 3

The Yoga Sutras &amp the Gita: Exploring the ancient philosophical & scriptural texts that are the foundation of the Yoga tradition (with Rolf Sovik.)

June 5, 6, 7

Bringing it all together: Cleansing (upper wash). How to teach private classes? Sequencing and designing practices. The business side of things. Ethics. Marketing. Graduation!