Namaspa Teacher Training
* This program is SOLD OUT *
Please apply for the waiting list or email suzie@namaspa.com to put your name on a list for next year
Graduates will be eligible to be 200 Registered Yoga Teachers by Yoga Alliance.- Learn to design and teach a challenging power vinyasa yoga class
- Learn basic anatomy and physiology as it applies to specific yoga poses and common injuries
- Learn the breakdown, alignment, modifications, and sequencing of postures
- Learn how to assist, evaluate bodies physically, emotionally and prevent injuries
- Learn Ujayii and other Pranayama breathing techniques to incorporate into your class
- Participate in Practice-teaching sessions, intimate study groups, observing and assisting classes
- Yoga philosophy that will guide you in your daily life
- Learn Yoga's roots or beginnings and compare/contrast Eastern and Western practices
- Learn the lifestyles and ethics for yoga teachers
- Learn effective presentation and communication skills to teach to different levels of health and ability
- Learn the business of yoga and how to run your own studio
- Techniques ~ 100 hours
- Teaching Methodology ~ 25 hours
- Anatomy and Physiology ~ 20 hours
- Philosophy/Ethics/Lifestyle ~ 30 hours
- Practicum ~ 25 hours
- Homework and Exams ~20 hours
- One-On-One Monthly Meetings ~ 3 hours
- Pre-requisite: 6 months minimum practice at Namaspa Power Yoga, or Completed Level 1 Teacher Training from Baron Baptiste, or permission from Suzie
- 100% attendance to all scheduled classes (make up sessions may be scheduled with Suzie at $65 per hour)
- 100% participation in all sessions and completion of course assignments
- Attend 60 regularly scheduled classes at Namaspa (50% discount on all yoga passes and memberships to YTT students)
- Pass the final exam with a 70% or higher score (will include written and oral portions)
Required Reading- Please purchase these books prior to the program
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Journey Into Power, by Baron Baptiste
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Yoga Sutras (any translation you prefer)
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Anatomy and Asana, Preventing Yoga Injuries by Susi Hately Aldous
Recommended Reading
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40 Days to Your Personal Revolution, by Baron Baptiste
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Wisdom of Yoga, by Stephen Cope (includes a translation of the yoga sutras in the back)
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Bhagavad Gita (any translation you prefer)
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Wheels of Life: A User's Guide to the Chakra System by Anodea Judith
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Kripalu Yoga: A Guide to Practice On and Off the Mat by Richard Faulds
Weekend Intensives (Fridays: 6pm-10pm,
Saturday and Sunday 8am-6:30pm):
October
1, 2, 3
November 12, 13, 14
December 10, 11, 12
January 14,
15, 16
February 4, 5, 6 March 18, 19, 20
Additional Saturday workshops,
1-4pm: 11/6, 12/4, 1/8, 1/29, 2/19
Community Classes/Practice Teaching: Tue & Thur 4-5:15pm (20 minimum)
40 Days Program: 9/25-11/6
(recommended and required if you have not completed the 40 Days before;
fee included in tuition)
$1900
20% discount for current Namaspa Teachers or
Teachers in Training, or if you will complete a Level 1 training with
Baron Baptiste by Feb 2011 (acceptance letter required for discount) = $1520
$200 discount if prepaid by 9/1.
$100 application fee will be credited towards tuition for accepted candidates and will be refunded if you are not accepted to the program.
Program balance due 9/1, or 4 installments can be made with a service charge of $50 each.
Refunds:
The $100 application fee is non-refundable except for students who are not admitted.
Once the program has started, no refunds will
be given. Pro-rated credit may be transferred to future programs if you
are unable to complete the program.
To Apply:
