Informed originally by the Hatha Yoga of B.K.S. Iyengar, 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, Pranayama, and Meditation for personal practice and for inspiring others. The curriculum also includes the study and application of Anatomy, Ayurveda, and Non-Violent Communication. 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 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 2010 year, this 7-weekend yoga teacher training begins with the weekend theme of "Tapas ~ Igniting the fire of Personal Practice"and ends with a longer weekend Immersion: "Roots & Wings: Pratyahara ~ Yoga, Self-Inquiry and Meditation" at Buckhorn Springs in Ashland, Oregon (see SCHEDULE Page for dates). The peaceful, pristine setting at Buckhorn Springs supports the unfolding of this intensive retreat. This Immersion Weekend is open to other intermediate yoga students, teachers, and Vajra Pani Yoga Training graduates if additional space is available. For a closer look, view Buckhorn Springs website. Download Immersion flier here.

 CURRICULUM OVERVIEW

• Anatomy & Applications to Yoga Practice
• Principles of Alignment, Use of Props, & Injury Prevention
• Main Actions, Benefits, and Contraindications of Postures 
• Home Practice & the Wisdom of Sequencing 
• Restorative Yoga, PreNatal Yoga, & Yoga for special needs
• Pranayama, Chanting, & the Chakras
• The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: Yoga Philosophy as a Basis for Living & Teaching
• Non-Violent Communication
• Meditation & the Foundations of Buddha's Teachings
• Ayurveda & Applications to Yoga Practice and Life Style 
• Seeing and Understanding Bodies
• The Craft of Teaching: Observation, Conscious Touch & Adjustments, and Practice Teaching
• Business & the Ethics of Teaching
• Independent Assignments & Required Reading
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Download the Training Outline 

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and the Reading List 

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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. To download an overview schedule of the training weekends click here to attend one or more weekend.pdf . 

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