300 hour
New training will begin September 2012 Applications due by August 15th 2012
This 300 hour teacher training is open to individuals who have completed an initial 200 hour training in any discipline.
“I began teacher's training to learn more about myself but became hooked to teaching when I saw my first class in final relaxation and they were all relaxing. I have had the honor of seeing this type of relaxation work on children with and without disabilities as well as adults. Learning to relax and seeing the calm faces on individuals encourages me to continue my journey with yoga. “
Evelyn Cameron,
Occupational
Therapist, YT-500 hr
Therapeutic applications and self study will be the focus of this training Techniques used in Structural Yoga Therapy, Phoenix Rising, Mind-based Stress reduction, Yoga for Cancer and more will be studied. Participants will be guided in sadhanna, or yoga spiritual practices, on a deeper level.
Structural Yoga Therapy:
The study of therapeutic yoga in one-on-one and class settings with emphasis on Structural Yoga and its holistic view of yoga practices.
Asana Workshop:
In-depth study of Yoga Asana. The course explores alignment, energetic components, benefits and contraindications as well as verbal cueing, sequencing and modifications.
Assist Clinics:
Using one another as “clients,” students review and practice assists for specific asanas. We’ll focus on using verbal and non-verbal cues as well as physical assists to modify poses for specific conditions. We’ll emphasize empowering students to find their unique expression and safety in their asanas.
Anatomy:
Skeletal and muscular anatomy, kinesiology and neurological and circulatory effects of asanas will be covered.
Ayurveda:
How the 3 doshas can be pacified through asana, diet and yoga practices.
Pranayama :
Working with the breath and subtle body awareness, we’ll learn to understand and use prana to achieve health of body and mind.
Chanting and Sanskrit:
Using of the vibration of Sanskrit as practice to understand the devotional aspects of yoga.
Philosophy:
We’ll study the Bhagavad-Gita and the Yoga Sutras in depth to gain an historical view of yoga, and explore tantric yoga as it relates to asana class and the yoga practitioner’s life.
Svadhyaya (self study), Sadhanna and Meditation:
Participants will develop their own practice with the instructor’s guidance and support. We will use the practical application of texts and philosophy to help uncover your true nature.
Methodology and Practicum:
Participants serve and assist in classes, review class techniques and observe studio visits in order to develop an ethical teaching practice and understand the student-teacher relationship.
Building Community (sangha):
As we become a community of students, we’ll come to understand the benefits of creating a spiritual community to support the unfolding that often
accompanies yoga.
Mentoring:
As a student with experience you will be a mentor to the 200 hr trainees and also will be mentoring with Bonnie as a teacher and private yoga instructor. Teaching experience will be included, so you can begin to refine your questions and technique.
Guest faculty will be scheduled throughout the training.
A personal practice, reading, and writing assignments will also be required.
The training will be 9 months long.
Classes will be held on weekend days and one weekday evening (Thursday or Friday).
There will also be reading, research and writing assignment .
The tuition for the training is $4500.
Early registration discounts are available until 7/1.
Contact the studio for details.
There is an additional $100 discount for graduates of Yoga Loka 200 hour trainings.
200 hr graduates of they Yoga Loka teacher training receive an additional $100 discount.
Tuition includes unlimited classes at
Yoga Loka and 10% discount on all books
and boutique items and selected workshops. (Many workshops are included in your training)
This training meets the requirements of the Yoga Alliance
500 hour Teacher Certification Program.
You are required to take classes with Bonnie at Yoga Loka before applying to make sure the teaching style meets your needs. You may come to class at any time, however it is best to call ahead if you would like to spend time after class discussing the training. You may also want to meet with current students or graduates.
Please call or email for an application
A non-refundable deposit of $850 must be submitted along with your application.
If the training does not run, or you are not accepted into the program for any reason your deposit will be refunded.
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