Informed originally by the teachings of T Krishnamacharya, and specifically by the Hatha Yoga of B.K.S. Iyengar, the Vajra Pani Yoga Training emphasizes balancing precision in alignment, fluidity in movement, and freedom in stillness. The Vajra Pani Yoga Teacher Training and Advanced Studies is a 200-hour Yoga Alliance registered program focused on developing practice, technique, and methodology in Yoga Asana (Iyengar and Vinyasa Flow), Pranayama, and Meditation for personal practice and for inspiring others. The curriculum also includes the study and application of experiential Anatomy and Ayurveda, the 5,000-year old "science of life." Moreover, students cultivate insight into the heart of Yoga studying Patanjali's Yoga Sutras and Buddha's teachings on generating mindfulness, wisdom, and compassion. Through the ethical precepts and meditation, students work directly with their own mind and strengthen the inner capacities needed to live more meaningful lives. Towards the end of the Training, participants naturally evolve into the Craft of Teaching. A Certificate of Completion will be given to participants who fulfill the 200-hour training requirements. Testimonials.

For the 2011 year, this 7-weekend yoga teacher training begins with the weekend theme of "Tapas ~ Igniting the Flame of Personal Practice"and ends with the "Roots & Wings: Pratyahara ~ Embodied Yoga, Self-Inquiry, and Meditation" Retreat.

 CURRICULUM OVERVIEW

• Yoga Practice, Technique, & Methodology
• Principles of Alignment
• Use of Props & Injury Prevention
• Posture Benefits & Contraindications  
• Vinyasa Flow: Principles for Practice & Teaching
• Embodiment & Personal Practice
• Anatomy & Applications to Yoga Practice 
• The Wisdom of Sequencing 
• Pranayama, Chanting, & the Chakras
• The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: Yoga Philosophy as a Basis for Living & Teaching
• The Eight Limbs of Yoga
• Meditation & the Foundations of Buddha's Teachings
• Ayurveda & Applications to Yoga Practice and Life Style
• Restorative Yoga & Yoga for individual needs
• Seeing and Understanding Bodies
• The Craft of Teaching: Observation, Conscious Adjustments, and Practice Teaching
• Business & the Ethics of Teaching
• Non-Violent Communication skills
• Independent Assignments & Required Reading

    "The training went deep into yoga philosophy. I loved studying the Yoga Sutra and the Yamas and Niyamas. I feel that there will never be an end to this part of learning- and that makes me happy!"   -2011 Graduate

Download the Training Outline

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and the Reading List 

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2011 Outline & Booklist will be similiar and coming soon!

INTENTION

To train each aspiring teacher / student to become a pure, compassionate vehicle for the ancient teachings of yoga. To provide a high quality training with emphasis on deepening one's personal practice as the source from which grows inspired, creative teaching and lifelong learning.

advanced studies & continuing education

For participants interested in delving in at a deeper level and looking to affirm yoga as a life-long practice, there is no expectation to teach, only to bask in the joy and challenge of the fuller knowledge of yoga. Mid-term and final exams are optional for those not seeking a 200-hour Certificate of Completion. As a Registered Yoga School (RYS^®), the Vajra Pani Yoga training meets continuing education contact hour requirements for Yoga Alliance. Hours can be obtained through any of the training workshops or intensives. Participation in individual weekends will be considered for experienced students only with a minimum of 2 years of regular practice and with permission of the training Director. For details on individual weekends, please contact program Director.

YOGA ALLIANCe registered

The Vajra Pani Yoga Teacher Training is a registered Yoga Alliance school. To fulfill the requirements for certification with Yoga Alliance, the 200-hour Shasta Yoga Teacher Training includes a total of 180 contact hours, supervised by a Vajra Pani Yoga Teacher Training faculty member (see Faculty Bios), and 20 non-contact hours (monthly homework assignments). Students who complete this 200-hour training will receive a certificate which may then be submitted to Yoga Alliance for registry. Intended to uphold the integrity of yoga, Yoga Alliance is the first national registry for establishing and maintaining standards for the education of yoga teachers. For more information: Yoga Alliance.
 

"Teaching is a difficult art, but it is the best service you can do to humanity." 
-B.K.S. Iyengar