Saturday, September 18, 2010
250 Hr. Ashtanga/Power Vinyasa Teacher Training
"Life is a pilgrimage. The wise man does not rest by the roadside inns.
He marches direct to the illimitable domain of eternal bliss, his ultimate destination."
-Swami Sivananda
2010 Weekend Program Dates:
Sept 18th
Oct 9/10th
Nov 6/7th
Dec 4/5th
Jan 22/23rd
Feb 26/27th
Mar 19/20th
Apr 9/10th
May 21/22nd
Location: Yoga Life Studio, 9948 Old Baymeadows Road, Jacksonville, Florida 32257
Phone: 904.564.1660 www.yogalifejax.com
Program Overview/Mission:
The Yoga Life 250 Hr. Ashtanga/Power Vinyasa Flow Teacher Training Program is a comprehensive, in-depth exploration of yoga’s practical, spiritual, theoretical and historical methods. While delving into the whole of yogic science, this program will focus on the Ashtanga Yoga in the tradition of Sri. K. Pattabhi Jois and the lineage of T. Krishnamacharaya. The program will explore how the Ashtanga tradition has affected the invention of vinyasa flow or “vinyasa karma”.
Teaching Focus:
This is a dual certification program meaning a student can choose their teaching focus to be in either Ashtanga or Vinyasa Flow Yoga methods (as stated on each student’s graduation certificate). Both aspects will be covered in great detail during the training and the student can choose their teaching focus. Ashtanga focused students will start to learn how to teach led primary series and vinyasa flow students will learn how to develop mature asana sequencing as well as how to construct a full spectrum teaching approach that combines asana, pranayama, meditation and chanting. However, students will only teach classes up to their own level of proficiency! For example, a student who is proficient in only ½ of the Ashtanga primary series sequence will teach only ½ in their practice classes.
Asana Vocabulary:
The asana vocabulary that is covered is the entire Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga and additional selection of Power Vinyasa variations.
Adjunct Faculty:
In addition to the intensive training you will receive from the program director, students will also receive training from specialty faculty. The adjunct faculty vary in each training. We announce the faculty as soon as we can, but sometimes our adjunct faculty will not be announced until after the start the training (9-month program only). Previous adjunct faculty have instructed in Advanced Anatomy-with David Keil, Ayurvedic Medicine and Physical Assisting (see bios below).
Philosophy/History:
Please note that there is a thorough focus on yoga history and philosophy in this program in conjunction with the practical applications of yoga practice. Preliminary reading assignments will be given before and during the training and students must be prepared to write essays on requested topics. Several written and verbal exams will be given during the course of this training.
9-Month Weekend Program: Class Structure
In class at Yoga Life Studio one or two weekends a month, asana classes at studio or near student's home and home study. Saturday and Sunday classes are 8am-5pm with a 1 hour lunch break. Students will be expected to observe and assist weekly Yoga Life classes, in addition to attending asana classes 4-6 days a week and/or begin to establish a personal asana practice at home. Students will also be trained in various pranayama and meditation practices that will be continued daily at home. Through this rigorous course of study we hope to offer you the tools to teach this dynamic spiritual tradition in a mature, educated, inspired, and passionate light.
Sample Saturday Schedule:
8:00am Check-In & Meditation
9:00am Asana Class
10:45am Sanskrit/Chanting & Pranayama
12:00pm Lunch
1:00pm Philosophy & History
3:00pm Asana & Adjustments
5:00pm Day Ends
Sample Sunday Schedule:
8:00am Lecture &Meditation
9:00am Asana Class
10:45am Sanskrit/Chanting & Pranayama
12:00pm Lunch
1:00pm Physical/Subtle Anatomy
3:00pm Teaching Methodology
5:00pm Day End
Director: Sara Torbett
Yoga Alliance:
Students who complete the program, are eligible to apply for RYT status from Yoga Alliance. www.yogaalliance.org
Topics to be Covered:
• Asana: Asana vocabulary is focused on Ashtanga Primary Series with additional asana from Intermediate Series and Power Vinyasa Flow variations)
• Pranayama: Pranayama taught in the Kaivalyadhama tradition of India. Go to www.kdhm.com
• Meditation: Methods taught and practiced include vipassana, japa, mala japa, and walking meditation.
• Physical Anatomy: Principles of alignment, skeletal and muscular system, movements of the body, and applied anatomy for asana.
• Subtle Body Energetics: Overview of entire subtle body system including pranic currents, koshas, nadis, granthis and the chakras systems.
• Chanting and Sanskrit: memorization of traditional vedic chants as well as basic Sanskrit terminology of all asanas covered in the program and Sanskrit numbers.
• Diet: Sattvic diet
• Teaching Methodology and Practicum: verbalization, physical assisting, class and flow layout, developing a teaching philosophy and overview of the Ashtanga methodology.
• Kriyas: historic overview of traditional purification exercises
• Yoga Philosophy: Exploration of dual and non-dual philosophies and how they are explored and expounded upon in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and The Bhagavad-Gita. Additional specific exploration of the various philosophies of yoga practice that have evolved from the tradition of Krishnamacharya.
• Yoga History: Overview of the origins of Yoga, its evolution and eventual migration to the west. There will be extensive study of the various gurus and disciples directly related to the lineage of Krishnamacharya. Additional study
of various gurus from other traditions that have made a strong impact on yoga practice.
• Business of Yoga: Overview on sound business practices in accordance with yogic principles.
• Yoga Teaching Ethics/Role (yoga in the modern world): Exploration of the underlying principles of what it means to be a yoga teacher and student of yoga and how to implement ethical behavior in a western cultural framework.
*Possible focus areas taught by adjunct faculty
• Ayurveda and Yoga: General exploration of Ayurveda and its application to the science of Yoga.
• Vibration and the healing power of sound in yoga.
• Kirtan and the art of developing a devotional vocal practice.
• Advanced Ashtanga Methodology
• Yoga Anatomy Specific to Ashtanga Yoga Practice
Prerequisites:
Applicants should have a dedicated yoga practice and be familiar with and committed to Ashtanga and/or Vinyasa Flow methods as well as have a serious interest in meditation and pranayama. Students must show a strong desire to deepen their knowledge of yogic practice in its complete dimension as a spiritual practice. Students should fully complete the application process and attest to being in good physical and mental health.
9-Month Program Tuition:
$2,500.00
Tuition includes: full program instruction, adjunct faculty fees, comprehensive instruction manual, one yoga life t-shirt, free monthly unlimited membership to Yoga Life for the duration of the training (9-months), 25% off workshops held at the studio during the duration of the teacher training program (this excludes adjunct faculty workshops which are included in your tuition). All Yoga Life T.T. graduates receive a life-time discount of 10% off annual membership.
Program Discounts!
Program Discounts!
*Please note that program discounts cannot be combined.
• 10% off tuition if registered for August program by June 1st.
• 10% off tuition for Yoga Life Studio teachers and other yoga teachers who have already completed a 200 Hr. Teacher Training Program.
Application and Deposit and Refund Policy:
Students must submit a $550.00 deposit and fill out an application with essays for review. If the student is accepted into the program, the deposit will be non-refundable. Additional balance is refundable until the start date of the program. After the program commences, no remaining balance refunds will be issued. In case of severe illness a credit for a future training may be allowed upon consultation with training directors. All payments made in cash, credit, or personal check go to Yoga Life.
Deadline:
Deadline to register for the September program is Aug 14th, 2010. Download Application Form and Apply Today on the Downloads Page on this site. IMPORTANT APPLICATION NOTES!
1. Please email copies of your completed application to
Sara Torbett sara@yogalifejax.com.
2. Students may also drop off a copy of their application at Yoga Life Studio, 9948 Old Baymeadows Road, Jacksonville, Florida 32257 Phone: 904.564.1660 www.yogalifejax.com
Required Items for Program:
yoga mat, yoga rug, mala beads, notebook and writing utensil. You may want to bring a meditation cushion and meditation shawl for sitting.
Required Texts for Program:
All books can be purchased at www.amazon.com and some books can be found on www.ashtanga.com or www.yogalifestyle.com
The * indicates which books must be read before the start of the program.
1. Yoga Life Manual (included)
2. *The Bhagavad-Gita (Stephen Mitchell translation)
3. Shambhala Guide to Yoga by Georg Feuerstein
4. Ashtanga Yoga Practice and Philosophy by Gregor Maehle
(includes Patanjali's Yoga Sutras)
5.The Key Muscles of Hatha Yoga by Ray Long at www.bandhayoga.com
6. (Recommended) not required. The Language of Yoga (book and cd set) by Nicolai Bachman
Required Additional Text for Students earning Ashtanga Certification:
7. Yoga Mala by Sri. K. Pattabhi Jois
FACULTY DIRECTOR
Sara Torbett OTR/L, CHT, RYT
Sara Torbett created and established Yoga Life Studio in February 2004. She has been practicing yoga for 10 years and has trained with some of the world’s most renowned teachers including: Tim Feldmann, Manju Jois, David Swenson, Baron Baptiste, David Keil, Greg Nardi, Gurmuk Kalsa, and Seane Corn. Sara is a Certified Hand Therapist, which is the highest specialty for upper extremity rehabilitation and an expertise in Occupational Therapy. She has been practicing since 1996 and became a Certified Hand Therapist in 2001 with only 12 active CHT’s in her local city of Jacksonville, Florida. Her extensive knowledge in anatomy and physiology has helped her create powerful dynamic yogic flows which balance strength with flexibility. Yoga helps Sara find balance in her life and gives her a deeper connection with God. Sara is committed to bringing her students excellent teaching, innovative trainings, supportive learning environment and high quality yoga products/resources. All teaching staff at Yoga Life Studio are 200 hr. min. yoga instructors with diverse backgrounds and specialties. Sara recently resigned her position as an outpatient hand therapist to pursue her yoga career full time. Sara has completed a 40 HR. Ashtanga Training with Dave Swenson and Manju Jois. She currently is developing Ashtanga Yoga Classes for her Yoga Flix Company in Jacksonville, Fl.
Primary Instructor in: Asana, Pranayama, Teaching practicum (verbalization, assists, class layout, teaching styles…),subtle body energetics (nadis, kundalini, sen lines), kriyas, sattvic diet, business of yoga, ethics, meditation and guided relaxation techniques, Yoga Anatomy and Chakra knowledge. Co-teach aspects of Yoga History and Yogic Philosophy and Additional Info will be provided on Yoga therapy.
PREVIOUS ADJUNCT FACULTY:
Ashtanga Yoga and Physical Assisting
Tim Feldmann www.yogajoy.org
Tim Feldmann is co-founder of the Miami Life Center-www.miamilifecenter.com. He is directly authorized to teach by the founder of the Ashtanga Yoga Method, Sri K. Pattabhi Jois and his grandson, Sharath Rangaswamy. A practitioner of the third series, he is dedicated to Ashtanga Yoga’s traditional style. Tim’s teaching integrates his extensive study of Alexander technique and sitting meditation with 20 years of experience as a professional dancer and acclaimed choreographer www.cphcph.dk. His in-depth knowledge of functional anatomy, alignment as well as idiosyncratic understanding of body and mind creates a solid understanding of the Ashtanga method. Tim is a cherished teacher giving workshops throughout Europe, India and the Americas.
Ayurveda
Dr. Aparna Bapat
Dr. Aparna Bapat is an experienced Ayurvedic physician who graduated from the renowned Pune University Faculty of Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery in India. During her 15 years of practice, she has worked in India, Europe and America gathering expertise in Ayurvedic Pulse diagnosis, phytotherapy/ herbal remedies, nutrition, lifestyle guidance and Pancha-karma therapy and mastered the Ayurvedic healing modalities. She has traveled, practiced and taught in many countries including Belgium, Holland, Austria, England, Germany, Canada and all over US, giving lectures, workshops and consultations on Ayurveda and its practical values. Dr. Bapat is a visiting lecturer at the College of Ayurveda in London Director and Principal Instructor at Starseed's New Jersey Institute of Ayurveda, and on faculty of Ayu Academy teaching in New York, and Florida. She has treated thousands of patients suffering from digestive, liver and pancreatic problems, cardiovascular disorders, chronic fatigue syndrome, MS and many other chronic physical, degerative, neuromuscular and psychological diseases. She is on the Board of Directors for NAMA (National Ayurvedic Medical Association), editor for NAMA newsletter, regular writer/contributor to the health columns and professional medical publications in Europe and the United States. She has been on television and radio health programs in US and UK. Dr. Bapat lives in Jacksonville and is available for consultations in Yogalife Yoga studio by appointments. You can also visit her website www.Ayurspirit.com (temporarily www.ayurspirit.mirrorz.com)
David Keil Yoga Anatomy: is an Ashtanga practitioner who has traveled the world teaching his YogAnatomy Workshop to teachers and students. He is a direct student of Shri K. Pattabhi Jois, the "guru" of Ashtanga yoga and his grandson R. Sharath in Mysore, India. David is authorized by the Ashtanga Yoga Research Institute to teach this method of practice. He is also a student and co-teaches anatomy for and with John Scott in the UK and now in New Zealand. David was introduced to yoga in 1989 and began study in Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga in 2000. He brings his understanding of the human body, the Ashtanga practice and his teaching skills to his classes. He is well known for his adjustments and skills of observation that allow him to share techniques appropriate for you that will take your practice to the next
level.
ADDITIONAL PREVIOUS FACULTY
Voice, Kirtan, Vinyasa Flow, Mysore
Caroline McMahon www.carolinemcmahon.com
Vibration Studies and Song Healing
John Shannon www.johnshannonmusic.com
Questions and Contact:
If you have any questions or concerns regarding accommodation,
Tuition, payment,program syllabus, pre-requisites, directions, and anatomy studies please contact Sara at Yoga Life at 904.564.1660 or via email at sara@yogalifejax.com.
Testimonials from a few of our Teacher Training Graduates
"This teacher training awakened something in my Self that had always been there. All I needed was a knock and my doors were flung wide open!"
Jessica C. Jacksonville, Florida
"This program has changed my life in an immensely positive way and I am so very grateful for it. I encourage anyone with a sincere interest in yoga to embark on this journey. You will not be disappointed."
Laura G. New York, New York
"The teacher training program has planted and nurtured valuable seeds of knowledge in myself and my fellow students that have grown and blossomed to amazing heights during the program. However, more importantly, the teacher training program has bestowed its students with the tools to cultivate that wisdom and plant more seeds of knowledge well after graduation."
Mary M. Jacksonville, Florida
"The T.T. Program is simply amazing! Despite the fact that it was an hour and a half away from my home, I knew this was the right program for me! Sara and Sati have worked very hard to ensure they include many of the bases that other yoga t.t. programs leave out. Additionally, we tackle the more daunting things like actually teaching and assisting our classmates on day one, which really helps to gain confidence. Sati and Sara provide a warm environment for us to learn in but challenge us at the same time. They both have a lot of devotion to this program and truly want us to be well informed yoga teachers who find our own way to teach. I feel blessed to have found this program and I know that I couldn't have picked a better one!"
Kristin A. Gainesville, Florida
"Both of these yogis have much to offer students and teachers of Ashtanga yoga with their well planned and intensive program. As a student in the Teacher Training your beliefs and vision are respected as they encourage practitioners and teachers to develop their own style and approach."
Melissa F. Jacksonville, Florida
"The yoga teacher training has profoundly changed my personal yoga practice. It has brought me deeper into my asana practice by learning proper form and adjustments from the best teachers. This training has also given me a great avenue and opportunity to learn about different yoga philosophies. All the lively and open group discussions truly exercised, stretched and expanded my mind. Thank you Sati and Sara for such an amazing journey on my path to yoga."
Cynthia E. New York, New York
Amount: $2,500.00
Teacher Training Photos Here are the latest photos of our current teacher training with Master Ashtanga Yogi Tim Feldmann. Our teacher training included 2 Hours of Adjustment training with 3rd Series Ashtanga Practitioner-Tim Feldmann-Owner of Miami Life Center.
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