Teacher Training Course: Xplore Your Potential
The XploreYoga 200 hours teacher training course is a Hatha Yoga based certification designed to deepen your practice, take it to another level, allow you to find your voice, and provide you with the confidence and skill set to create an intelligent class as an effective yoga teacher.
Dates to be determined for the next teacher training!
This Yoga Alliance certified program includes the following course syllabus:
History and Philosophy of Yoga
- Study the history of Yoga in India
- Read & write about Yogic philosophy
- Discussions on the Eight Limbs of Yoga
Meditation
- 30 minutes of meditation
- Incorporating a meditation practice
Intensive Study and Practice of Asanas (Postures)
- 1-2 styles of asana classes daily
- Concentration on specific poses of your choice
Sanskrit Names of Yoga Postures
- Learn Sanskrit names of all poses studied
- Review Sanskrit daily
Alignment and Modification of Poses
- Discuss alignment and form of all poses in Teacher Training Manual
- Learn how to modify poses for students
Anatomy
- Learn applied anatomy
- Read body language
Yogic Diet
- Learn and review a Yogic diet
Pranayama
- Practice different breathing techniques
- Teach breathing techniques
The Business of Teaching Yoga
- How to find work as a Yoga teacher
- Marketing yourself
Class Sequencing and Planning
- Create a sequence
- General and Thematic
Hands-On Assisting
- Learn with confidence how to make hands on adjustments
- Daily practice with fellow student/teacher
Practice Teaching
- Finding your voice
- Tools to become a teacher
- Lead a series of classes