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Level 1 Vinyasa Hatha Yoga Certification
Our Level 1 Certification Program is perfect for those students who have the desire to teach yoga to beginner to intermediate students. It is also designed for those students who want to learn more about vinyasa hatha yoga or are interested in deepening their own personal practice. This 40-hour certification serves as a prerequisite for our 200-hour Level 2 Yoga Alliance approved Certification Program.
Our transformational Level 1 Certification provides trainees with a strong foundation in vinyasa hatha yoga. Students will learn:
Philosophies and principles of yoga.
Sanskrit pronunciation of asanas (postures).
How to begin and end a class.
The art of sequencing a vinyasa class.
How to integrate creativity and individual personality into teaching.
Techniques and principles of pranayama, alignment and movement.
Modifications and easy, hands-on adjustments.
Meditation to deepen personal practice.
Upon completion of the training, students will be able to teach all of the basic standing, seated, balancing asanas and twists. Students will also be able to instruct the sun salutations in the traditional and Spiritual Essence way.
Requirements:
1 year minimum yoga practice.
The desire to deepen your personal practice.
Must attend all training sessions and complete assignments.
Complete application and deposit.
There is a required reading list and students will be responsible for purchasing the books. Students are also required to take 5 yoga classes with Dana; this fee is included in the tuition.
Training Schedule:
2008 Summer Training Schedule
Saturdays: August 9, 16, 23 & 30 - 3:00 - 7:00p. Sundays: August 10, 17, 24 & 31 - 2:00 - 6:00p.
Applications and deposits are due by July 18. Space is very limited, we will only be accepting 10 trainees. To pay your deposit online Click Here. To download the application Click Here. If you have any questions email classes@essenceyoga.net.
Tuition:
The cost of the Level 1 Certification is $450. Tuition price includes a Spiritual Essence training manual and a frameable certificate. All applications require a $50 non-refundable deposit.
Level 2 Vinyasa Hatha Yoga Certification
Our 200-hour training program is approved and registered by the Yoga Alliance and further explores the art of vinyasa yoga and teaching methodology.
Upon completion of training, students will learn:
Principles of asana, pranayama, meditation and yoga philosophy.
Sanskrit names and pronunciation for over 40 yoga poses.
Intermediate asanas and hands-on adjustments.
How to create creative and unique vinyasas.
In-depth study of Kripalu and intro to Ayurveda.
Tools to teach to audiences with special needs.
Ways to incorporate the Yamas and Niyamas into daily life.
Requirements:
2 year minimum yoga practice.
Completed Level 1 Certification at Spiritual Essence.
The desire to deepen your personal practice.
Complete application and deposit.
There is a required reading list and students will be responsible for purchasing the books. Students are also required to take 16 yoga classes with Dana; this fee is included in the tuition.
Certification will be based on:
Successful completion of all hours.
Completed homework assignments.
Written and practical exam.
Once training is completed registration will be available through the Yoga Alliance.
Training Schedule:
2009 Winter Training Schedule
February - May 2009 (Dates TBD)
Training will take place over the course of 4 months. Classes will meet on Friday evenings, Saturdays and Sundays. There will be scheduled breaks in between training weeks. For the complete training schedule and application please email classes@essenceyoga.net.
Tuition:
The cost of the Level 2 Certification is $2,500*. Tuition price includes a Spiritual Essence training manual, frameable certificate and 200-hour Yoga Alliance registration certification. Applications require a $400 non-refundable deposit.
*An installment plan can be arranged upon request.
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