Your Yoga Teacher Training 200-Hour Minneapolis
Your Yoga Minneapolis 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training
CIose Personal Attention
Wide-Ranging and In-Depth Study
Combination of Exoteric (Popular) and Esoteric (Secret) Yoga Practices
Where and When:
Your Yoga Dinkytown
Fridays 7:30pm-9pm
Saturdays & Sundays 9am-5pm*
May 31st - August 18th 2013
*N.B. On two Saturdays, we will start at 7am and finish by 2pm. On one weekend, we will run from 9am-6pm Saturday and Sunday. There will be no session July 5th.
Total Investment:
$1999
$1888 if paid in full by March 31st
Please send completed application to contact@youryogamn.com
Curriculum
History and Philosophy of Yoga
• Relatable study of ancient texts, including Vedas, Ramayana, Mahabharata and more
• Other classic texts, including Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Hatha Yoga Pradipika
• Deep discussion of yoga philosophy as it relates to the real issues in your life
Alignment and Sequencing of Postures
• Study a range of popular and traditional systems of poses
• In-depth study of the Your Yoga approach
• Learn how modern posture practice evolved
Breathing Exercises and Meditation
• Cover all the common practices, plus some very rare ones
• Balance the subtler energies of the body and mind
• Explore the relationship between breath and emotion
Teaching Methodology and Practice
• A systematic set of teaching principles and methods
• UNLIKE most yoga "teacher training" programs, we will ACTUALLY teach you how to teach!
• Gain experience in small and large group settings
Anatomy and Physiology
• Learn scientific models of the body used in medical science, and also esoteric models like chakras and nadis
• Study innovative anatomical models highly suited to yoga, including myofascial meridians
Communication Skills
• Learn how to clearly express your ideas in words
• Understand the key ways you need to relate to your students
• Benefit from expert voice coaching
Self-Study
• Self-study or “svadhyaya” is a core part of yoga.
• Study with compassionate, experienced teachers who are committed to your personal growth
• Explore your deep and hidden emotions in a safe and welcoming environment
• Gain exposure to powerful techniques for personal transformation and healing
Customizing Classes for Special Situations
• Special sections on yoga and therapy, yoga and injuries, and yoga in non-conventional contexts
• Learn how to modify any pose to suit a specific person’s needs
• Understand how to bring yoga to the people you want to serve, no matter what obstacles they are facing
The Art of Healing Touch
• Learn the art of yoga adjustments from some of the most respected practitioners around
• Learn specific points and meridians on the body where healing touch can best be applied