Yoga Alliance Teacher Training
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Discover Your Passion at Flip Your Dog Yoga Studio
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification
Starting March 2024, join our Yoga Alliance Registered program, designed to meet Yoga Alliance guidelines. Our comprehensive curriculum covers yoga philosophy, anatomy, teaching methodology, and practicum, ensuring a well-rounded education.
Program Highlights:Program Highlights:
- Techniques & Practice: 100 hours of asanas, pranayama, chanting, and meditation.
- Teaching Methodology: 30 hours focused on communication, individual needs, and corrective methods.
- Anatomy & Physiology: 30 hours on bodily systems, energy anatomy, and movement patterns.
- Philosophy & Ethics: 15 hours exploring yoga texts, lifestyle, and ethical practices.
- Practicum: 10 hours of practice teaching, feedback, and observation.
Learning Structure:
Balance 200 hours between contact hours (with instructors) and non-contact hours (independent study), including optional elective hours for added flexibility.
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Training Schdule
WEEKLY STRUCTURE
- Tuesdays (4:00 PM - 8:00 PM): Yoga Philosophy & Pranayama
- Thursdays (4:00 PM - 8:00 PM): Anatomy, Alignment, & Asana
- Saturdays (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM): Teaching Techniques & Practicum
WEEK 1: Foundations
Tuesday: Yoga Philosophy - Introduction to Patanjali's 8 Limbs
- Lecture (2 hours): Introduction to Patanjali’s 8 Limbs (Yama & Niyama)
- Practice (2 hours): Sun Salutation A & B with a focus on foundational alignment and breathwork
- Homework (1 hour): Reading assignment on Yamas and Niyamas + journaling reflection
Thursday: Anatomy & Basic Alignment
- Lecture (2 hours): Introduction to Yoga Anatomy (Body Planes, Parts, and Muscle Actions)
- Practice (2 hours): Basic postures focusing on safe alignment (Mountain Pose, Forward Fold, Downward Dog, Warrior 1, Warrior 2)
- Homework (1 hour): Review and label major muscles used in key postures
Saturday: Teaching Foundations
- Lecture (2 hours): Basic Teaching Cues and Assisting Techniques
- Practice (2 hours): Practice teaching and adjusting partners in foundational poses
- Homework (1 hour): Prepare a short sequence using the poses learned
WEEK 2: Exploring the Body & Breath
Tuesday: Pranayama - Introduction to Breathwork
- Lecture (2 hours): Overview of Pranayama & Techniques (Part Breath with Double Exhale, Square Breathing)
- Practice (2 hours): Sun Salutations incorporating breath cues and Pranayama techniques
- Homework (1 hour): Practice Pranayama techniques and journal about the experience
Thursday: Yoga Anatomy - Stretching and Strengthening
- Lecture (2 hours): Anatomy of Stretching & Strengthening (Types of Stretching, Golgi Tendon Response)
- Practice (2 hours): Practice stretches and strengthening poses (Lunges, Plank, Bridge) with anatomical focus
- Homework (1 hour): Create a sequence that balances stretching and strengthening
Saturday: Teaching Techniques - Cueing and Adjustments
- Lecture (2 hours): Verbal Cues and Adjustments for Sun Salutations and standing postures
- Practice (2 hours): Hands-on adjusting and cueing practice in small groups
- Homework (1 hour): Write teaching cues for a basic Sun Salutation sequence
WEEK 3: Asana, Breath, and Balance
Tuesday: Philosophy - Asana & Pranayama in Patanjali’s 8 Limbs
- Lecture (2 hours): Patanjali’s 8 Limbs continued (Asana & Pranayama)
- Practice (2 hours): Asana practice focusing on balance (Tree Pose, Half Moon) combined with breathwork
- Homework (1 hour): Reflect on how Pranayama influences your asana practice
Thursday: Yoga Anatomy - The Core and Balance
- Lecture (2 hours): Anatomy of the Core and Balance in Poses
- Practice (2 hours): Core-strengthening poses (Boat Pose, Chair Pose) and balancing postures (Half Moon, Tree)
- Homework (1 hour): Research how the core influences balance in yoga postures
Saturday: Teaching Techniques - Leading Balancing Poses
- Lecture (2 hours): Cueing and Adjusting for Balance Postures
- Practice (2 hours): Practice leading and adjusting balancing postures with partners
- Homework (1 hour): Create a short sequence focusing on balance
WEEK 4: Chakras & Energy Centers
Tuesday: Philosophy - Introduction to Chakras
- Lecture (2 hours): Overview of the Chakra System
- Practice (2 hours): Asana practice aligned with balancing the chakras (Warrior, Crescent Lunge, Bridge)
- Homework (1 hour): Research and journal about the chakra associated with your favorite pose
Thursday: Anatomy - Backbends & Opening the Heart
- Lecture (2 hours): Anatomy of Backbends and Chest Openers
- Practice (2 hours): Practice safe backbends and heart-opening poses (Camel Pose, Cobra, Upward Dog)
- Homework (1 hour): Write a reflection on how chest openers affect your energy and breath
Saturday: Teaching Techniques - Adjusting Backbends
- Lecture (2 hours): Verbal Cues and Adjustments for Backbends
- Practice (2 hours): Partner practice adjusting and cueing backbends
- Homework (1 hour): Create a backbend sequence with teaching cues
WEEK 5: Refining Pranayama & Meditation
Tuesday: Pranayama - Deepening the Breath
- Lecture (2 hours): Review and deepen Pranayama techniques (Dirga, Kapalabhati)
- Practice (2 hours): Asana flow incorporating advanced Pranayama techniques
- Homework (1 hour): Practice Dirga and Kapalabhati, and reflect on their effects
Thursday: Yoga Anatomy - Twists & Spinal Mobility
- Lecture (2 hours): Anatomy of Twists and Spinal Mobility
- Practice (2 hours): Twisting poses (Revolved Triangle, Revolved Crescent Lunge) focusing on spine alignment
- Homework (1 hour): Journal about the sensations in the spine during twisting poses
Saturday: Teaching Techniques - Leading Twists
- Lecture (2 hours): Cueing and Adjusting Twisting Poses
- Practice (2 hours): Practice teaching and adjusting twists with partners
- Homework (1 hour): Create a sequence focusing on twists with verbal cues
WEEK 6: Moving Into Advanced Asanas
Tuesday: Philosophy - Dharana, Dhyana, Samadhi
- Lecture (2 hours): Patanjali’s final limbs (Dharana, Dhyana, Samadhi)
- Practice (2 hours): Asana flow designed to promote concentration and meditation (Seated Poses, Forward Folds, Twists)
- Homework (1 hour): Reflect on the connection between asana, concentration, and meditation
Thursday: Yoga Anatomy - Hips & Pelvic Alignment
- Lecture (2 hours): Anatomy of the Hips and Pelvic Alignment in Yoga
- Practice (2 hours): Hip-opening poses (Pigeon Pose, Garland Pose, Crescent Lunge)
- Homework (1 hour): Create a sequence focusing on hip mobility and stability
Saturday: Teaching Techniques - Leading Advanced Asanas
- Lecture (2 hours): Cueing and Adjusting for Advanced Asanas (Half Moon, Camel, Crow)
- Practice (2 hours): Practice leading and adjusting advanced asanas in partners
- Homework (1 hour): Prepare a teaching plan for an advanced class
WEEKS 7 - 10: Practicum & Review
Each week from here would deepen knowledge and practice:
- Refining pranayama, meditation, and asana sequences
- Practice teaching and adjusting in progressively more complex sequences
- Special focus on teaching all class elements seamlessly
- Final practicum preparation and feedback
FINAL WEEK: Practicum & Graduation
Tuesday: Final Philosophy Review & Asana Practice
- Lecture (2 hours): Review of Patanjali’s 8 Limbs
- Practice (2 hours): Full Asana Practice with emphasis on flow and sequencing
- Homework (1 hour): Prepare for final practicum
Thursday: Practicum & Feedback
- Lecture (2 hours): Final Anatomy & Pranayama Review
- Practice (2 hours): Student Practicum: Lead full class with feedback
- Homework (1 hour): Final reflections and preparations for teaching career
Saturday: Graduation
- Lecture (2 hours): Professional Development as a Yoga Teacher
- Practice (2 hours): Closing Asana Practice & Reflection
- Graduation Ceremony (1 hour)
Week 1: Foundations of Yoga Philosophy and Practice
- Introduction to yoga philosophy (Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, the Eight Limbs of Yoga)
- Understanding the principles of alignment in basic asanas (postures)
- Teaching methodology: Introduction to teaching cues and communication skills
- Anatomy: Overview of skeletal and muscular systems relevant to yoga practice
- Breathwork (Pranayama): Basic breath awareness and introductory breathing techniques
- Meditation: Introduction to mindfulness meditation and its benefits
Week 2 & 3: Deepening Practice and Teaching Methodology
- Delving deeper into yoga philosophy: Bhagavad Gita and its relevance to modern life
- Refinement of alignment principles in standing poses, forward bends, and twists
- Teaching methodology: Sequencing principles and class planning
- Anatomy: Focus on the spine, pelvis, and their role in yoga postures
- Breathwork (Pranayama): Introduction to basic pranayama techniques such as Ujjayi breath
- Meditation: Cultivating concentration through focused attention meditation
Week 4: Yoga Philosophy in Practice
- Exploring the concept of Dharma and Karma in yoga philosophy
- Alignment principles for backbends and inversions
- Teaching methodology: Adjustments and modifications for different body types
- Anatomy: Understanding the role of muscles in stabilizing and mobilizing joints
- Breathwork (Pranayama): Intermediate pranayama techniques for energy regulation
- Meditation: Practicing loving-kindness (Metta) meditation
Week 5 & 6: Anatomy and Alignment
- Anatomy: Detailed study of the shoulder girdle and its importance in yoga practice
- Alignment principles for arm balances and hip openers
- Teaching methodology: Effective use of props to support alignment and deepen poses
- Anatomy: Focus on the knee, ankle, and foot anatomy
- Breathwork (Pranayama): Exploring advanced pranayama techniques such as Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing)
- Meditation: Cultivating inner awareness through body scan meditation
Week 7: Philosophy and Teaching Methodology
- Philosophy: Understanding the concept of Maya (illusion) and its implications in life and practice
- Alignment principles for balancing poses and transitions
- Teaching methodology: Theming and creating meaningful class experiences
- Anatomy: Integrating knowledge of major muscle groups with yoga poses
- Breathwork (Pranayama): Pranayama for stress relief and relaxation
- Meditation: Practicing mindfulness in motion (walking meditation)
Week 8: Anatomy and Subtle Body
- Anatomy: Exploring the myofascial connections and their relevance to yoga practice
- Subtle Body: Introduction to the chakra system and its significance in yoga
- Teaching methodology: Incorporating pranayama and meditation into asana classes
- Anatomy: Understanding the role of proprioception and kinesthetic awareness in yoga
- Breathwork (Pranayama): Advanced breath retention techniques (Kumbhaka)
- Meditation: Deepening concentration
Week 9 & 10: Philosophy and Teaching Techniques
- Philosophy: Studying the concept of Svadhyaya (self-study) and its application in personal practice
- Teaching methodology: Effective use of language and voice modulation in teaching
- Anatomy: Integration of anatomy knowledge in addressing common injuries and limitations
- Subtle Body: Exploring the nadis (energy channels) and their relationship with asana practice
- Breathwork (Pranayama): Pranayama for emotional balance and mental clarity
- Meditation: Cultivating equanimity through mindfulness of sensations
Week 11 & 12: Teaching Practice and Feedback
- Teaching methodology: Peer teaching sessions with feedback and coaching
- Anatomy: Review of key anatomical concepts with a focus on application in teaching
- Subtle Body: Understanding the role of bandhas (energy locks) in asana and pranayama
- Teaching methodology: Refining observation skills for effective alignment cues
- Breathwork (Pranayama): Dynamic breathwork practices for vitality and detoxification
- Meditation: Guided meditation for cultivating compassion and empathy
Week 13: Yoga Philosophy and Self-Reflection
- Philosophy: Exploring the concept of Samadhi (enlightenment) and its significance in the yogic path
- Teaching methodology: Self-reflection and self-assessment as a teacher
- Anatomy: Integrating functional anatomy principles into teaching alignment and adjustments
- Subtle Body: Deepening understanding of the energetic effects of asana, pranayama, and meditation
- Breathwork (Pranayama): Pranayama for spiritual awakening and connection
- Meditation: Deep dive into silent sitting meditation
Week 14 & 15: Integration and Application
- Philosophy: Integrating yoga philosophy into daily life and teaching
- Teaching methodology: Integration of all learned skills in a comprehensive teaching practice
- Anatomy: Review and application of anatomical knowledge in addressing specific student needs
- Subtle Body: Exploring the concept of Kundalini energy and its awakening through yoga practice
- Breathwork (Pranayama): Holistic pranayama practices for balancing body, mind, and spirit
- Meditation: Developing a personal meditation practice plan
Week 16: Culmination and Graduation
- Teaching methodology: Final teaching practicum with peer and instructor feedback
- Philosophy: Reflecting on personal growth and transformation through the training journey
- Anatomy: Integration of anatomical knowledge in injury prevention and safe teaching practices
- Subtle Body: Celebrating the journey of self-discovery and inner exploration
- Breathwork (Pranayama): Graduation ceremony and sharing of personal insights and experiences
- Meditation: Closing meditation and setting intentions for continued growth as a yoga teacher
Yoga Alliance Registered Training
Welcome to Flip Your Dog Yoga Studio Yoga Training Program
Explore the distinctive qualities that make Flip Your Dog Yoga Studio the foremost selection for embarking on your yoga expedition. Our educators possess extensive teaching experience spanning more than 25 years, which enables them to offer a vast amount of information and skill in every class. The instructors have received training from globally renowned yogis, guaranteeing that you will receive top-notch teaching. Our program is officially accredited by Yoga Alliance, ensuring that our curriculum adheres to stringent criteria of excellence and genuineness. Flip Your Dog Yoga Studio offers a nurturing and inclusive community committed to assisting you in expanding and enhancing your yoga practice. Our studio provides a wide variety of programs and workshops suitable for both novice and seasoned yogis. Participate in our yoga sessions and witness the profound impact it may have on your well-being within a supportive and motivating setting.
