Niroga Yoga Teacher Training programs
Certified Yoga Teacher Training Program
Fall 2011 - Spring 2012
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Wk 1
(9/24)
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Introductions; Goals and Expectations
Practical: Core Movements; personal daily practice
Theory: Science of Flexibility
Philosophy: First Yama |
Wk 2
(10/8) |
Practical: Standing Poses
Theory: Skeletal System
Philosophy: Second Yama |
Wk 3
(10/22) |
Practical: Forward Bends
Theory: Muscles
Philosophy: Third Yama |
Wk 4
(11/5) |
Practical: Backward Bends
Theory: Endocrine System
Philosophy: Fourth Yama |
Wk 5
(11/19) |
Practical: Spinal Twists
Theory: Nervous System & Immune System
Philosophy: Fifth Yama |
Wk 6
(12/3) |
Practical: Balance Poses
Theory: Circulatory System
Philosophy: First Niyama |
Wk 7
(12/17)
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Practical: Miscellaneous (Lateral Bends, Boat, Squat, etc.) & Consolidation
Theory: Respiratory System (Asthma, COPD)
Philosophy: Second Niyama |
* Winter Break *
Designated weekly classes resume January 3, 2012
Assignment: Continuing Personal Practice and Group Project
Scheduling field trips to Direct Service class
Wk 8
(1/14) |
Practical: Review, Consolidation and Integration
Theory: Digestive System
Philosophy: Third Niyama |
Wk 9
(1/28) |
Practical: Inversions
Theory: Nutrition, and Metabolism
Philosophy: Fourth Niyama |
Wk 10
(2/11)
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Practical: Meditation Poses
Theory: Urinary System & Reproductive System
Philosophy: Fifth Niyama |
Wk 11
(2/25) |
Practical: Pranayama, Locks & Seals
Practical: Teaching Best Practices (methodology, best practices)
Theory: Sanskrit Pronunciation, Chant Marks, Chanting (Purnamadah Purnamidam)
Theory: Yoga History and Philosophy (Assignment: Yama/Niyama essay) |
Wk 12
(3/10) |
Practical: 5-minute sequence
Theory: Jnana Yoga (Asato Ma)
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Wk 13
(3/24) |
Practical: 15-minute sequence
Theory: Karma Yoga (Bhur Bhuvah)
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Wk 14
(4/14) |
Practical: 30-minute sequence
Theory: Bhakti Yoga (Buddham Sharanam)
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Wk 15
(4/28) |
Practical: 30-minute sequence
Theory: Raja Yoga (Uttisthata Jagrata)
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Wk 16
(5/12) |
Practical: Hour-long sequence
Theory: Bhagavad Gita (Brahmarpanam Brahma Havir)
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Wk 17
(5/26) |
Practical: wrap-up; Evaluations; Graduation
Theory: wrap-up (Shivoham, Shivoham) |
Logistics
For students with less than 6 months of consistent yoga experience
Introduction to Yoga
- Attend classes twice a week at the Niroga Center from 7:30 – 8:45pm upon acceptance into the program in June 2011 through to September 24, 2011 start of training.
- Attend monthly meetings from 3 – 5pm on June 25, July 23, and August 27th.
For all students
Training
- Module 1 - Class meets two Saturdays a month: 12 - 6pm, September 24 – December 17, 2011
- Module 2 – Class meets two Saturdays a month: 12-6pm, January 14 – May 26, 2012
Location
Classes are held at the Niroga Center at 1808 University Ave. (@ Grant), Berkeley, CA 94703
Commitment
- Must attend all Saturday sessions; make-ups to be discussed individually with faculty
- Must complete Module 1 and Module 2 for certification.
- Bi-weekly assignments (4 hours/assignment)
- Attend designated yoga classes twice a week: Choose from Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 7:30-8:45pm (view schedule)
- Regular practice of Yoga, Breathing Techniques, and Meditation
Fees
Fees include all classes, instruction, books, and materials.
| For students beginning the program in... |
Total Fees: |
| June: |
$3500.00 |
| September: |
$3000.00 |
Payment Plan:
$500.00 non refundable deposit due with acceptance
Balance due by September 9; payment plans available (please contact Niroga office: )
Application
If you are interested in this opportunity to become a Niroga certified Yoga teacher, then please fill out our application form early. Space is limited.
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