The 200-hour Teacher Training Curriculum includes:ASANA & BANDHAS
Asana, defined as “seat,” is the physical practice of yoga. Discover how to create a balance of effort and ease (sthira sukha) within every posture through the use of proper alignment, pranayama, bandhas, and intention.
You will learn:
– Healthy alignment
– How to assist and adjust students in a pose
– Common injuries
– Contraindications
– How and when to make postural modifications
– Benefits of a posture
– Modifications and beneficial postures for prenatal students
– Hands-on assists and adjustments

PRANAYAMA & MEDITATION
Pranayama can deepen an asana practice, be used as a tool for dealing with depression and anxiety, and can be beneficial in many other circumstances off the mat.
You will learn:
– About the muscles that aid the respiration process
– How and when to practice various pranayama techniques
– How and when to teach these techniques
– Several meditation techniques
– Research how meditation works within the brain by diving into research studies
– Establish and maintain a regular meditation practice

ANATOMY
We will explore the physical body in a very practical way and will stimulate visual and active learning. Learn how the body moves and how to adapt a practice for various physical particularities. An understanding of anatomy can also greatly transform your personal practice.
You will learn:
– Introduction to the anatomy of the human body
– Physiology of the human body
– Muscular-skeletal system
– Nervous system
– Respiratory system
– Functional Anatomy: how body movements relate into postures
– Reading bodies
– Modifications in postures
– Common injuries and other physical constraints
– Understanding proper use of props and modifications

YOGIC ANATOMY
We will introduce you to the subtle bodies, helping you to understand the benefits of yoga.
You will learn:
– The Chakra System
– Mudras
– Development of physical, intellectual, & emotional intelligence

YOGA PHILOSOPHY
Throughout this program, some of the philosophies relating to yoga will be explored through discussions, experiments, reading, and writing. Additionally, we will dive into practical philosophy as it relates to your practice, teaching, and life off the mat.
Challenge your reductive views of self and other, inspire inclusivity in your life, and invite transformation of thought and action.
You will learn:
– History of yoga
– Sanskrit
– Styles of yoga
– Discuss Yoga Sutras of Pantanjali
– Discuss the Bhagavad Gita
– Study the eight-limbed path of yoga

COMMUNICATION
As a teacher you will have a different relation with students than when you are a student yourself. Effective communication on and off your mat will help you filling in this new role. Moreover, it can also help you build a loyal group of students around your classes.
You will learn:
– What is communication?
– Communication before, during & after class – moments of truth
– Communication styles & methods for yoga teachers
– How to build a class audience – What makes students loyal
– How to present yourself
– Your role as a yoga teacher
– How to prepare for your first class
– How to deal with challenging students

AYURVEDA
The word “Ayur” comes from the Sanskrit word “Ayuh” meaning life and “Veda” can be translated as wisdom or knowledge. So basically, Ayurveda means “the knowledge of life”. In its essence Ayurveda provides you with the knowledge of who you are and how to live your life in harmony. For this you need to understand your own mind-body personality (dosha) and Ayurveda gives you the key to this understanding. On top of that, it is the first ever recorded system of healing the physical, mental and energetic body. Fundamentally, it is giving each individual the personal tools to live a balanced and fulfilled lifestyle.

YOGA & PREGNANCY
Learn how to manage pregnant students in a Vinyasa class by understanding the pregnancy stages, what to do/not to do, asana modifications etcetera.

TEACHING & SELF-PRACTICE
During this training you will gain all the tools to become a knowledgeable and effective yoga teacher. We also believe in the importance of a steady self-practice. As you practice, you will open your mind and your heart and this will bring you to higher states of awareness. From practicing, you will learn and understand your own body and will then be able to teach others.
You will learn:
– The art of teaching
– Sequencing
– Join a minimum amount of yoga classes during the training
– Observe a minimum amount of yoga classes during the training
– Work with other students on teaching assignments
– Chanting
– Life Integration of the practice of yoga

Dates:
TBD

Fee:
Option 1: Early bird: € 2.000,-
Option 2: Regular: € 2.200,-
Option 3: Payment in 4 terms: € 2.300,-