Yoga Vana TTC

About This Teacher Training

At Yoga Vana, we provide an authentic learning environment for you to intensify your personal yoga practice and to deepen your understanding of the philosophy and science of yoga in the context of its place of origin, India. We support you throughout the course and beyond in developing the skills and confidence to be the teacher and guide you are called to be.

This 200 hour training will enable you to confidently introduce yoga to a beginner student in all aspects of the practice while honoring the Indian roots of yoga. You will be able to

• speak about yoga as a life style, and address common misconceptions

• introduce your students to the Primary Series and Classic Series of physical postures (asanas) in a gradual and systematic way

• guide students in breathing and relaxation exercises (pranayama, savasana)

• and lead guided meditations.

This Yoga Vana Teacher Training Course is more than just a certification course. Four weeks of intensive study and practice of yoga alongside a diverse group of fellow practitioners in an uplifting natural environment will fuel your personal evolution. Whether you intend to teach Yoga after the course or not, you will emerge from it awakened to a new way of being in your life and in the world.

CERTIFICATION

Become a Certified Yoga Teacher

Yoga Vana is committed to providing high-quality yoga education which allows graduates of this teacher training program to teach yoga safely and skillfully with a deeper understanding of the subtle aspects of the practice. Yoga Vana Forest Academy is a Registered Yoga School with Yoga Alliance, USA.

Trainees are continuously assessed throughout the course at all levels. There will be a written exam at the end of the course to evaluate the understanding of the philosophy and theory of Yoga. Participants should pass all different aspects of the course to be eligible for the course diploma.

Assessment of participants is based on:
1. Regular attendance of all classes
2. Performance and attitude in asana, pranayama, bandha and kriya practice
3. Hatha Yoga teaching skills
4. Written daily summary of the main philosophy class and Hatha Yoga theory class
5. Written examination (3 hours) on the theory of Yoga and Vedanta philosophy

Unsuccessful students will have to repeat the entire course at regular cost to qualify for the certificate.

Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive the “Instructor of Yoga” certificate by Yoga Vana Forest Academy, India. This course fulfills the requirements for Yoga Alliance RYT-200 certification.

Upon successful completion, you may register with Yoga Alliance as a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200)

SYLLABUS

Course Content

Introduction to Yoga

• Origin, History & Development of Yoga

• Aim, Purpose & Common Misconceptions of Yoga

• Introduction to the Teachings of the Vedas, Upanishads, Advaita Vedanta

• Yoga Sutras of Patanjali - Ashtanga Yoga

• The Law of Cause and Effect

• Traditional Yogic Symbols and Rituals and Their Cosmic Meaning

Hatha Yoga

• Difference between Yoga and Physical Exercise

• Asana, Pranayama, Bandha, Mudra

• Kundalini Yoga - Astral Body: chakras, nadis

• Shat Kriya - Purification Exercises

Yoga and Physical & Mental Health

• Major Systems of the Human Body & Their Functions

• Asanas and Their Benefits

• Limitations and Contra-Indications of Hatha Yoga Practice

• Functional Anatomy as it Relates to Teaching Yoga Asanas

• Physical Adjustment and Demonstration

• Psychology, Stress Management & Relaxation

• Yoga for All - Pregnancy, Childhood, Old Age

• Yogic Principles for Healthy Living

Yogic Practices

• Techniques, Training, and Practice

• Alignment and Form

• Methodology and Techniques

• Deeper Meaning of the Classical Sequence & Adjustments

• Sun Salutations - Practice & Methodology

• Yoga Asana - Practice & Methodology

• Pranayama - Practice & Methodology

• Advanced Practice: Asana & Pranayama

• Meditation - Practice & Methodology

• Kirtan & Mantra

Communication & Teaching Skills

• Deep Listening & Conscious Communication

• Coaching Students: Motivation & Guidance

• Setting up & Conducting Classes

• Business Aspects & Ethics of Teaching Yoga

• Teaching Practice - Giving & Receiving Feedback

• Inspiring and Motivating Students

• Individual Consultations with Lead Teachers

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