Techniques
Guided practice and training in how to teach yoga. A balanced program giving equal weight
to asana, pranayama, meditation, kriyas and chanting. There will be significant emphasis
on use of props (straps, blankets, blocks, etc.) and inclusion of benefits and
contraindications of asanas.
Guided practice and training in how to teach yoga. A balanced program giving equal weight
to asana, pranayama, meditation, kriyas and chanting. There will be significant emphasis
on use of props (straps, blankets, blocks, etc.) and inclusion of benefits and
contraindications of asanas.
Teaching Methodology
Learn the principles of demonstration, observation, assisting and correcting. Descriptions of teaching
styles, Sanskrit names and pronunciation, sequencing, pacing of class and how to properly give
students feedback will be addressed.
Learn the principles of demonstration, observation, assisting and correcting. Descriptions of teaching
styles, Sanskrit names and pronunciation, sequencing, pacing of class and how to properly give
students feedback will be addressed.
Anatomy and Physiology
Anatomy and physiology of body systems and organs as well as subtle anatomy and physiology from
the Ayurvedic perspective will be included. Anatomy presentations will range from lecture format, use of
visual aids, demonstration and use of other media.
Anatomy and physiology of body systems and organs as well as subtle anatomy and physiology from
the Ayurvedic perspective will be included. Anatomy presentations will range from lecture format, use of
visual aids, demonstration and use of other media.
Philosophy and Ethics
An introduction and history of Indian philosophy and discussion of Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita and
select Upanishads. There will be a review of the yamas & niyamas, maitri karuna as the grounds of
ethical relationship, Ayurveda and Vedic worldview. Learn to apply the scriptures to your personal
practice and daily living. Reading assignments to include a translation of the Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad
Gita and various handouts as preparation for classroom discussions.
An introduction and history of Indian philosophy and discussion of Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita and
select Upanishads. There will be a review of the yamas & niyamas, maitri karuna as the grounds of
ethical relationship, Ayurveda and Vedic worldview. Learn to apply the scriptures to your personal
practice and daily living. Reading assignments to include a translation of the Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad
Gita and various handouts as preparation for classroom discussions.
Practicum
Students will teach to the community of fellow teachers under the guidance of Program Directors as well
as be required to teach outside of the classroom. Teachers will complete a project demonstrating their
skills at devising a simple practice for real-life students. Teachers interested in working with particular
populations (rehab, children, elderly, etc.) are encouraged to tailor their project toward meeting the
needs of their chosen audience.
Students will teach to the community of fellow teachers under the guidance of Program Directors as well
as be required to teach outside of the classroom. Teachers will complete a project demonstrating their
skills at devising a simple practice for real-life students. Teachers interested in working with particular
populations (rehab, children, elderly, etc.) are encouraged to tailor their project toward meeting the
needs of their chosen audience.
The Yoga School offers a teaching certification program
totaling 240 program hours. The curriculum includes the
following content distributed throughout four modules:
totaling 240 program hours. The curriculum includes the
following content distributed throughout four modules:
PROGRAM CURRICULUM
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graduates.
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graduates.
