Holistic Hatha Yoga Teacher Training (200 Hour)
Yoga Alliance Registered and Recognized Program

San Francisco Schedule 2010:
February 27 & 28
May 15 & 16, 29 & 30
April 17 & 18, 24 & 25
June 5 & 6
March 13 & 14, 27 & 28
  

The Purusha Yoga School 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training beginning in February 2010 will be held at the following location:

Yoga Society of San Francisco
www.yssf.com
2872 Folsom Street
San Francisco, CA 94110-4014
(415) 285-5537
Subway: 24th St. Mission BART

Purusha Yoga Teachers: 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training

Philosophy, Ethics, & Lifestyle:
Through the practice of journaling, sharing, and creative expression, we will truly embark on the practice of svadhyaya (self-study), yamas (interactions with our community and the world), and niyamas (personal discipline). Participants will adopt a yogic lifestyle at their own pace and in their own unique ways through the gradual introduction of self-directed options and paths of interest.

Anatomy & Physiology:
The ancient system of Yoga includes much more than a mere physical practice. It is ultimately an all-inclusive holistic health program for life. The philosophy and practices include all aspects of the human experience, including the mind, spirit, body, and breath. Through our studies, we will learn how all of these systems connect. We will study all of the major systems of body function, including muscular, skeletal, nervous, endocrine, digestion, cardio vascular, lymphatic, and reproductive. The course also examines the energetic systems of the body in terms of charka and meridian organization.

Teaching Methodology:
You will learn quality instruction and teaching skills, including proper cueing, "Tell-Show-Do" modeling behavior, gentle assists, and motivational techniques. Upon completion, you will possess the knowledge necessary to teach a safe, effective, and thoroughly holistic group yoga class, as well as the skills to gently guide a client in a private, individualized setting.

Psychology of Motivation:
We will look closely at different learning styles in order to understand how to teach to individuals' specific learning modes. Additionally, we will explore methods of yogic-lifestyle coaching to personalize the experience of implementing yogic choices into daily life.

Asanas:
We will study the Asanas using the approaches and recommendations given in the Yoga Sutras, especially those sutras that focus on proper practice and contemplation. Particular attention will be paid to each pose using the following method of options:
1.The standard pose for safety of execution by most healthy individuals.
2. Ways and methods of modifying each pose for specific populations and individuals.
3. Understanding the ideal realization of each pose but respecting what is real for each practitioner and practice.

Pranayama:
The course encourages a great deal of attention to and practice of the methods of pranayama. The practitioner will learn a variety of pranayama techniques and exercises systematically and chronologically from the very simple to the more complex. Special emphasis will be given to the bandhas and charkas. We will study the philosophy, anatomy, and energy of breath using many modalities of yoga styles.

Chanting & Meditation:
Introduction and practical experience in a variety of sacred chants and meditation practices will be included. We will explore different yogic methods of experiencing sound, space, senses, body, energy, and mind. A strong emphasis will be placed on self-exploration and establishing one's unique individual practice.


Cost and Registration:
200-Hour YTT program total is $2,600.00.
This includes the ~200-page Purusha Yoga Instructor Workbook, 200-Hour Purusha Yoga Certification, opportunities for employment, networking, and discounted or complimentary continuous training as a Purusha Yoga team member.


Registration form - Please download, fill out, and mail with registration fee, or pay online now using the buttons below.

Pay in full for 200-Hour YTT by February 15, 2010: $2300 (registration fee waived).

Registration Fee for 200-Hour YTT: $300. Register by February 15, 2010.

Purchase the Purusha Yoga School's 200-Hour YTT and 500-Hour Advanced Certification together by February 10, 2010: $5,500.

Please email or call to request a registration form or if you have more questions:
joy@purushayoga.org
415-694-8412.