As yoga teachers, it is our duty to teach practices and techniques that we personally know from our own experience. This allows for more meaningful ways to convey instruction and offer personalized adjustments. To cement this experiential learning, our teacher training program offers intensive practice sessions twice a day. We dedicate at least four hours of every training day in developing your own yoga practice.

I. Morning Practice –  Hatha Yoga

• Asana
• Pranayama
• Mudra
• Bandha
• Meditation

II. Afternoon Practice

• Vinyasa Flow
• Restorative Yoga
• Yin Yoga

Yoga Philosophy, Lifestyle and Ethics revisits the ancient roots of modern yoga. Popular yogic texts shall be discussed in context and contrast with the modern world. Lifestyle of yogis and ethics of yoga teachers shall also be discussed in detail. We believe that we can learn from every one, so this module presents our trainees the opportunity to share their thoughts and beliefs in life to foster a healthy and progressive discussion.

I. History & Evolution of Yoga – 5 hours

II. The Bhagavad Gita – 8 hours

III. The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali – 15 hours

IV. Introduction to Kundalini – 2 hours

This module tackles the structure and function of the human body, particularly the relationship of the breath and the spine in different physical movements. This course distinguishes yoga practice from calisthenics or gymnastics by emphasizing the incorporation of breath, movement and mindfulness. In this module, the relationship of the subtle energies to the physical body shall also be discussed (Koshas, Chakras, Gunas, Doshas).

I. The Cell – 1 hour

II. Anatomy of the Breath – 1 hour

III. The Musculoskeletal System – 6 hours

IV. Principles of Movement – 1 hour

V. The Biomechanics of Stretching – 1 hours

VI. Understanding the Asanas – Alignment, Modifications and Propping – 10 hours

VII. The Bandhas – 1 hour

VIII. The Body Systems and Yoga – 1 hour

IX. Eastern Yoga Anatomy / The Subtle Energies – 6 hours

• The Five Layers of Being
• The Five Types of Prana
• The Three Gunas
• The Seven Chakras

X. Introduction to Ayurveda – 2 hours

• The Five Elements
• The Three Doshas

Teaching Methodology module takes on different elements of teaching such as creating a safe space for self-exploration, crafting sequences of asanas and pranayama practices, cueing students in their process of refinement, offering practical guidance in meditation, and offering examples for extending the practice off the mat.

Find a purpose for your yoga practice and define a suitable path for your journey. Identify rewards and anticipate consequences of being a yoga teacher. Develop fundamental entrepreneurial skills to make your yoga career sustainable.

I. Introduction to Teaching Yoga – 2 hours

II. Step-by-step Verbal Guidance for Hatha & Vinyasa Transitions – 10 hours

III. Hands-on Assistance – 10 hours

IV. Yoga Sequencing for Various Themes – 4 hours

V. Specialized Teaching – 2 hours

VI. The Yoga Profession & Mindful Business Management – 2 hours

I. Lead a Hatha or Vinyasa Yoga Class – 1 hour

II. Lead a Restorative Yoga Class with Pranayama & Meditation – 1 hour

III. Written Exam for Yoga Philosophy, Yoga Anatomy, and Teaching Methodology – 6 hours

IV. One-page reflection paper on your journey in yoga and this training – 2 hours