The Four Modules (months) are scheduled as follows:
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PROGRAM BEGINS MAY 2nd & CONCLUDES AUGUST 24th, 2008
DATES AS FOLLOWS:
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MODULE 1
Asana focus is on the hips and lower extremeties.
We'll set the foundation for standing and seated
poses. You will gain knowledge of hip, thigh and leg
musculature. Then we'll move on to shoulders and
upper extremeties where arm balances and active
inversions are reviewed. Emphasis will be on the
anatomy of asana. We'll also set the foundation for a
meditation and pranayama practice.
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MODULE 3
Backbending and twisting is covered in this module.
You'll learn more about both passive and active
versions of both categories of poses. Pranayama
and meditation practices are further developed.
Principles of Ayurveda are introduced. Students
begin developing their own class sequences. We
expand our discussions and practice of of kriyas and
chantings along with those of the Yoga Sutras and
the Bhaghvad Gita.
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MODULE 2
This month will focus on the spinal column: forward
bends and backbends in standing, seated and
reclining poses. We will look at common health
conditions and how to work with students limitations.
Discuss of the yamas and niyamas - the ethical
aspects of yoga is introduced and you begin teaching
to small groups.
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MODULE 4
Restorative yoga is covered in this module - and the
other end of the spectrum with Vinyasa! Greater
analysis and practice of using props to support
students in restorative poses and various breathing
practices are experienced as part of the vinyasa
study. Teaching to the community is in effect. We'll
also look at how to market yourself to the
community and other business related issues.
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2 - 4, 16 - 18, 23 - 25
6 - 8, 21 - 23, 27 - 29
5 - 6, 18 -20, 25 - 27 (no class on 4 July)
1 - 3, 15 - 17, 22 - 24
