Yoga Teacher Training Modules
April 5th & April 6th: The Roots
In this foundational module, we will discuss the mythological and geographical history of yogic practices. We will uncover the true meaning of YOGA, as a technology for self-actualization & discuss the importance of integrating philosophy into your teaching skills. In The Roots module, we will outline and define the Chakra system and dive into the first energetic center of the subtle body, Muladhara or the root. We will discuss postures and practices that stimulate this center and how to organize a practice around it.
April 26th & April 27th: The Subtle Body & Somatics
In module two, we will dive deep into the dimensions of the subtle body as well as applying a somatic lens to our practice. The Yogis detailed an intelligent network of activity beneath the physical form that affects our mind and body. Somatics refers to a practice that emphasizes internal awareness of the body, often focusing on the sensation and experience of movement rather than on achieving specific physical goals or aesthetics.
May 17th & May 18th: The Engine
In module three, we will introduce yoga’s sister science, Ayurveda. Ayurveda is a yogic approach to diet & lifestyle. Alongside our Ayurveda lecture, we will discuss the transformational power of the navel or Manipura chakra. In The Engine module, we will learn postures, pranayama practices and meditations to stimulate & harmonize the egoic structures that originate in the navel and teach from a place of fortified authenticity. We will address the nuanced anatomy of the core & the diaphragm as it relates to efficient breathing patterns.
May 31st & June 1st: Alignment & Sequencing
In module 4, we will diverge from our journey through the chakra system to cover some foundational alignment principles, review and develop our understanding of the physical anatomy components and introduce intentional sequencing formats.
June 21st & 22nd: Heart & Hands
This module is a journey with a variety of different pranayama techniques and understanding how to intelligently integrate them into a class. We will uncover the wisdom of the energetic heart as it relates to our interpersonal relationships and our role as teacher. The hands are the tools/an extension of the energetic heart. In this module, we will learn the art of hands on assists and adjustments.
July 12th & July 13th: Mantra & The Voice
In Mantra & The Voice, we discuss sound as medicine, the practice of mantra and why it is effective in developing the meditative mind. We will introduce the role of the vagus nerve in nervous system regulation and discuss techniques for encouraging the use of sound in our classes. In addition to applied practice in mantra, we will cover the significance of developing authenticity in our speaking voice and the potent power of the words we choose. A nourishing sound bath will close out this impactful module.
July 26th & 27th: Meditation & Neurobiology
We will discuss the brain on meditation! We will uncover how the brain processes information and how that impacts healthy, versatile movement. We will have a short lecture on the neuroscience of pain and how yoga can support our students in mitigating painful symptoms. In this module, we also dive into the mechanics of the third eye, Ajna, in relation to yogic mythology. We will learn a number of meditative techniques for stimulating this energetic center.
August 9th & 10th: The Nervous System & Trauma Sensitive Facilitation
In this weekend module, you will learn how trauma is defined and its lasting impact on the function of the nervous system. We will peek into the new paradigm of polyvagal theory and begin to understand how unintegrated trauma disrupts an individual's window of tolerance for stress. We will also discuss the pillars of a trauma sensitive class and how to skillfully apply the knowledge into a general population yoga class. The scope of trauma's impact on our society and communities is so widespread. This is deeply valuable information as movement specialists and as humans. Yoga and other somatic movement practices have become a groundbreaking resource in the field of trauma, because of the synchrony they create between body & mind.
