200 HOUR VINYASA YOGA TRAINING
This training is not designed solely for those who want to become teachers, but for anyone looking for the ‘something else’, the deeper understanding, a bigger sense of meaning. For anyone who has found a sense of deep curiosity or soul fulfilment on their yoga mat and is ready to direct their prana and their passion to helping the world wake up and heal.
*This training is YOGA ALLIANCE CERTIFIED
Dates
Sept 1st - Nov 7th
Two 5-day intensives, 4 weekends.
Exact breakdown and study schedule available in the course information pack. Email info@theyogaloft.com.au to receive a copy.
Key Learnings + Course Content
Philosophy & Ethics
Familiarity w/ major yogic texts (i.e., Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, Upanishads)
Detailed understanding and application of the 8 Limbs of Patanjali
Self-reflection on how philosophy relates to our modern asana practice; applied concepts
Pranayama & Subtle Body
Effects of pranayama (breath control) on anatomy and subtle body
Complete sequencing of pranayama safely, including alternatives and adaptations of Ujjayi, Nadi Shodhana, Kapalabhati, among others
Detailed investigation into koshas, kleshas, bandhas, gunas, chakras, nadis and prana vayus
Intro to Ayurveda; how the ancient sister science of yoga operates and is relevant to our practice
Asana
Historical context
Postures specific to lineage
Complete sequencing (asana, pranayama, bandha, meditation) to cultivate and encourage energetic outcomes
Anatomical and alignment principles, plus contraindications, and a deeper look at the ‘why’
Meditation
Key meditation terms & understanding of challenges, tools, & advanced goals of practice
Meditation methods by lineage
Chanting, mantras, japa mala and mudras
Anatomy & Physiology
Skeletal system
Major muscles involved in asana
Types of muscle contraction
Nervous system (‘fight, flight, freeze’ stress response, vagal theory, overall mind-body connection)
Cardiovascular/circulatory, endocrine, digestive systems as they relate to yoga practice.
Respiratory system, incl. muscles that affect breathing
Teaching Methodology
Vinyasa Krama: The Art of Mindful Sequencing
Rasa: Setting the Mood; Implicit & Explicit theming
Environmental Cueing (verbal, visual, physical)
Teaching to the five senses
Honouring lineage in teaching
Class management/role of the teacher
Practical Teaching & Mentoring
Practice teaching in small groups, learning asana languaging/building confidence/finding our voice.
Mentorship component, apprenticeship, ongoing feedback & tutoring within the community, community class opportunities
Individual check-in sessions throughout the journey AND after it.
investment
$3199 early-bird price (sign up before July 1st). $3500 full price.
A non-refundable $150 deposit secures your place with the remaining amount due four weeks before the training start date. Payment plans available upon request.