Teacher Training Program
200-hour Program, Fall 2008
August 15th - November 23rd
Our Teacher Training Program has been developed to help each practitioner create a strong personal practice by following a Yogic Path. Our purpose is also to uphold and maintain the highest standard of safety and instruction for all Yoga teachers. As an instructor of Yoga, it is important not only to have the ability to properly convey the value and technique of the various yogic practices, but also to realize the importance of this position and what a powerful impact it may have on their future and the future of each student.
The 200-hour Certification Program follows the requirements for Yoga Alliance Registration. This program is broken down into seven (7) modules. Each student must complete all modules in order to complete this program.
Prerequisites:
- Complete Teacher Training Program application
- Minimum of 2 years personal practice
- Commitment to continuing practice and spiritual growth
Instructors:
Ethical Guidelines:
Avalon Art & Yoga Center is registered with California Yoga Teachers Association (CYTA) and follows the same Code of Professional Guidelines. California Yoga Teachers Association.
Evaluation Procedures:
Upon Completion of the Teacher Training Program students will be required to develop and implement their own class itinerary, based on the level of student he/she is teaching and proper sequencing, through a series of three classes. Each student will be evaluated on both written structure and in class performance. If the teaching student shows the ability to clearly communicate the pertinent information for their particular class and properly demonstrate asana and pranayama technique they will be qualified for certification. Note: Students will be required to keep a log book documenting their time spent during all contact and non-contact hours.
Teacher Training Curriculum:
Asanas (Postures): The study of the various postures, range of motion and movement that is possible for the physical body. Particular attention is paid to alignment, balance and the creation and maintenance of space. Content: The asanas are divided into a series of three (3) lists of postures. Students are taught the concept of Ashtanga yoga, the Yamas and Niyamas, how to sequence poses, how to use props in various poses and the action and benefits of the poses. The student is taught how to go into and come out of poses properly. The student will learn to sequence a menstrual class and a restorative class.
Pranayama: The study of rhythmical control and regulation of the breath and movement of prana (Vital airs and energy). Content: The student will learn about the breathing process - The four parts of the breath and various exercises and techniques to regulate, develop, and maintain the breathing process. The student will also be taught the five Vayus (Vital airs), and the flow of energy within the body and breath.
Intro to Pranayama:
- Read Chapter 30 of Light on Pranayama, BKS Iyengar, about Savasana (The Art of Relaxation). Read Part 1 of Light on Pranayama.
- Student will be taught the art of Lying down Pranayama exercises: Ujjayi I, II, III, IV and Viloma I and II.
- Teach the Yamas and how they relate to Pranayama. Students are also taught appropriate asanas or an appropriate asana sequence prior to the practice of Pranayama.
Pranayama I:
- Read the Art of Sitting in Light on Pranayama. The seated pose is taught in detail with attention to vertical and horizontal planes.
- Read Chapter 13; Jalandhara Bhanda and teach the bhandas. Refresh students on Ujjayi I, II, III and IV.
- Teach the Niyamas and their relationship to the practice of Pranayama.
Pranayama II:
- Refine the seated pose for Pranayama.
- Teach the five major Vayus (apana, samana, prana, udand and vyana).
- Review: Ujjai I, II, III, IV, V and VIloma I and II.
- Introduce Antara Kumbhaka. Students read Chapter 16 - The Art of Retention from Light on Pranayama.
- Introduce the placement of fingers for digital pranayama. Read Chapter 22, Digital Pranayama.
Apprenticeship:
Purpose: In the apprenticeship setting, the apprentice is afforded the opportunity to observe an experienced teacher teaching, learning how to give proper adjustments and correct sequencing and explanation of poses.
Requirements: Students must assist an Intermediate or above level certified yoga teacher in his/her Beginning/Intermediate level class for a minimum of 15hrs. During the apprenticeship period, the teacher will provide the apprentice with up to 2hrs. of private consultation time, during which the apprentice may ask questions, receive feedback, etc.
The apprenticeship is required to frequently write a summary of the class(es) observed and/or assisted in, including the theme of the class, sequence of the poses, salient questions asked and answered, how demonstrations were performed and conducted, etc.
Anatomy/Physiology:
Content: This course is designed to introduce the basic principles of the physiology of the human body with consideration to specific physiological mechanisms activated or affected by yoga practices. The body and how it functions will be taught in a systematic fashion. Drawings on available literature and possible ways in which yoga practices might affect physiological functioning will be discussed.
The student will be required to name various systems of the body and how each one works.
Philosophy:
A. Patanjali's Yoga Sutras
- The second portion on practice called Sadhana Pada in Patanjali's Yoga Sutras gives us practical tools to understand and gain mastery over the mind. We will take up verses from this section to discuss how our mind works and how we can work with it. According to Patanjali, Yoga is not limited to physical postures for building, relaxing and limbering the body. This is a very small part of the Yogic science. The factual meaning of Yoga is the science of the mind. This will be the subject matter of this lecture.
B. Bhagavad Gita
- Students will be required to read the historical background of the Gita given to them prior to the lecture. This will familiarize them with the circumstances out of which this Yoga scripture came into being.
- We will take up the first, second and third chapters of the Bhagavad Gita. The first chapter, Arjuna's Despondency, will address conflict between duty and relationship. The second chapter, Yoga of Sankhya (wisdom), discusses how knowledge of the Self helps you with choices you make in life. The third chapter, Yoga of Action or Karma Yoga, will provide the key to understanding the whole message of the Bhagavad Gita.
C. Guide of Ethics
- We will discuss how to cultivate and practice the Yogic values such as honesty, integrity, compassion and the spirit of service based on our understanding of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras and the Bhagavad Gita.
D. Lifestyle
- This lecture will be based on the thirteenth chapter of the Bhagavad Gita and will address how to develop a mind that is quiet and alert and able to be aware of thought patterns.
- Daily Routine and diet will be based on Ayurveda. A questionnaire will be given to determine your body type, ideal daily routine and diet. Appropriate readings will be suggested.
Note:
The remainder of the program will consist of student evaluations of written class structure and teaching performance. If a student for any reason has missed hours during the regular program he/she will be given the opportunity to make-up the required material.
Pricing:
$2600.00 Early Bird, prior to July 15th.
$2800.00 Thereafter.
Refund Policy:
10% service charge, no refunds one month before teacher training start date.
Registration:
Teacher Training Application 1 (PDF)
Teacher Training Application 2 (PDF)
*All required reading material will be available for purchase at Avalon prior to the start of each program.
Cost for individual Modules:
Modules may be taken seperately, prices are listed as follows:
- $480.00, Module I: The Art of Teaching.
- $480.00, Module II: Asanas Iyengar.
- $480.00, Module III: Anusara.
- $480.00, Module IV: Pranyama & Energy Management.
- $300.00, Module V: Ayurveda.
- $400.00, Module VI: Anatomy & Physiology.
- $440.00, Module VII: Philosophy.
Refund Policy:
Individual Modules - 10% service charge, no refunds one month before teacher training start date.
Space is limited, early registration is encouraged.
Contact:
Avalon Art & Yoga Center
Tel: 650.324.2517
Fax: 650.324.2518
email, info@avalonyoga.com
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