ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY

Includes both human physical anatomy and physiology (bodily systems, organs, etc.) and energy anatomy and physiology (chakras, nadis, etc.). Includes both the study of the subject and application of its principles to Yoga practice (benefits, contraindications, healthy movement patterns, etc). A minimum of five hours must be spent applying anatomy and physiology principles to Yoga.

 

PHILOSOPHY, LIFESTYLE, AND ETHICS FOR YOGA

Includes the study of Yoga philosophies, Yoga lifestyle and ethics for Yoga teachers. A minimum of two contact hours must be spent on ethics for Yoga teachers.

 

PRACTICUM

Includes practice teaching, receiving feedback, observing others teaching and hearing and giving feedback. Also includes assisting students while someone else is teaching.

 

ELECTIVES

Elective hours will be distributed among educational categories above

http://yogaalliance.org/content/200-hour-standards

 

TEXT BOOKS

Anatomy for Vinyasa Flow and Standing Poses , The Key Poses of Yoga by Ray Long, MD, FRCSC, Yoga Sutras by Dennis Hill

 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Yoga Classes Weekly throughout program

 

OBSERVATION HOURS

Forms will be provided for observation

 

ACTIVELY TEACHING HOURS

Weekly self study on your own (Teaching Yoga classes to friends and family, Sutras, Anatomy, Wellness Books)

 

CPR FIRST AID

Four hour course (additional fee)

 

TEACHING CERTIFICATION

Students will be allowed to make up classes missed through special arrangements with the Primary Yoga Instructor. To receive certifications all hours and requirements must be met. The program includes some final written materials and a final teaching evaluation.

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*Please download and complete the mandatory packet. This includes more detailed information on our Teacher Training program.