Niroga Yoga Teacher Training programs

Certified Yoga Teacher Training Program: Fall 2012 - Spring 2013

Wk 1
(9/15)
 Practical: Introductions; Intentions, Goals, and Expectations; Foundational Movements
Theory: Sustaining a Personal Practice
Philosophy: Yoga History and Philosophy
Wk 2
(9/29)		 Practical: Standing Poses
Theory: Skeletal System
Philosophy: Ahimsa (non-violence)
Wk 3
(10/13)		 Practical: Forward Bends
Theory: Muscular System
Philosophy: Satya (truthfulness)
Wk 4
(10/27) 		Practical: Backward Bends
Theory: Endocrine System
Philosophy: Asteya (non-covetousness)
Wk 5
(11/10)		 Practical: Spinal Twists
Theory: Nervous System
Philosophy: Brahmacharya (chastity)
Wk 6
(12/8) 		Practical: Composite Poses (Lateral Bend, Boat, Squat, etc.)
Theory: Immune System
Philosophy: Aparigraha (non-receiving gifts); Semester Evaluations

Winter Break for designated weekly classes from 12/24-1/6
Assignment: Group Project

Wk 7
(1/12)		 Practical: Balance Poses
Theory: Circulatory System & Respiratory System
Philosophy: Shaucha (cleanliness)
Wk 8
(1/26)		 Practical: Inversions
Theory: Digestive System & Nutrition and Metabolism
Philosophy: Santosha (contentment)
Wk 9
(2/9)
Practical: Meditation Poses
Theory: Urinary System & Reproductive System
Philosophy: Tapas (austerity)
Wk 10
(2/23)		 Practical: Pranayama, Locks & Seals, Meditation Techniques; Sanskrit Pronunciation, Chant Marks, Chanting (Purnamadah Purnamidam)
Theory: Teaching Methodology & Best Practices (I)
Philosophy: Swadhyaya (study)
Wk 11
(3/9)		 Practical: 15-minute sequence
Theory: Teaching Methodology & Best Practices (II)
Philosophy: Ishwara Pranidhana (self-surrender to Self)
Wk 12
(3/23)		 Practical: 30-minute sequence
Theory & Philosophy: Jnana Yoga (Asato Ma)
Wk 13
(4/13)		 Practical: 30-minute sequence/60-minute sequence
Theory & Philosophy: Karma Yoga (Bhur Bhuvah)
Wk 14
(4/27)		 Practical: 60-minute sequence
Theory& Philosophy: Bhakti Yoga (Buddham Sharanam)
Wk 15
(5/11)		 Practical: 60-minute sequence
Theory & Philosophy: Raja Yoga (Uttisthata Jagrata)
Wk 16
(5/25)		 Practical: 60-minute sequence
Theory & Philosophy: Bhagavad Gita (Brahmarpanam Brahma Havir)
*Please plan accordingly, as this training takes place on Memorial Day weekend.*
Wk 17
(6/8)		 Practical: 60-minute sequence; Final Evaluations; Graduation
Theory & Philosophy: Integration (Shivoham, Shivoham)

Logistics

Deepening Personal Practice (DPP)

For students who do not have a consistent personal home yoga practice and/or anyone desiring support in establishing and sustaining a daily personal practice, enrollment in DPP is required.

  • Attend unlimited classes at the Niroga Center for the month of August 2012. Attendance to at least three classes a week is highly recommended
  • Attend DPP workshops from 12-4pm on Saturdays, August 11 and August 25, 2012

For all students

Training

  • Module 1 - Class meets two Saturdays a month (except in November and December): 12 - 6pm, September 15 – December 8, 2012
  • Module 2 - Class meets two Saturdays a month: 12-6pm, January 12 - June 8, 2013

Location

Classes are held at the Niroga Yoga Studio 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, Module 2, and Community Service for certification
  • Bi-weekly assignments (4 hours/assignment)
  • Consistently attend designated yoga classes twice a week. Students may select from:
    • Monday – 7:30-8:45pm
    • Tuesday – 10:30-11:45am; 7:30-8:45pm
    • Wednesday – 7:30-8:45pm
    • Thursday – 10:30am-12:00pm; 7:30-8:45pm
    • Friday – 10:30-11:45am
    After students select 2 of the above classes that best fit their interest and schedule, consistent weekly attendance of the 2 selected classes for the duration of the training program, is required.
  • Regular daily home-practice of Yoga, Breathing Techniques, and Meditation
  • At least 20 hours* of Karma Yoga/Selfless Service after completion of the yoga teacher training, for certification.  *IHF Participants are required to fulfill at least 100 hours of Karma Yoga/Selfless Service.
  • Must have regular access to E-mail and reasonable proficiency with computers for assignment submissions.
  • Please Note: IHF Participants must attend IHF Program Orientation on Saturday, August 25, 2012 - 4-6pm and IHF Community Service Orientation on Saturday, March 23, 2013 - 6-8pm.

Recommendations for Getting the Most Out of This Program

  • Please try out classes taught by BK and Rosalind before applying to ensure that their approach and teaching styles are in line with your values and needs. Please check the studio class schedule.
  • A sincere desire to learn, grow, and integrate yoga into one’s life on and off the mat is essential.
  • It is important to have an openness to learn from one another, and temporarily suspend preconceived notions and expectations.
  • You get out of this program what you put into it. Please create sufficient time to fully participate in the teacher training program, so that the experience does not end up competing with other commitments.
  • It is helpful to create and maintain a support system (however small) that is respectful of your yoga practice, and your resulting transformation.

 

For more information

Contact Rosalind Lwin at