Key Components of Hatha Yoga Teacher Training:

1. Asana Practice (Physical Postures)

• Techniques and Alignment: Detailed instruction on how to perform various asanas (yoga poses) correctly. This involves understanding body alignment, posture modification, and injury prevention.

• Sequencing: Learning how to create a balanced sequence that incorporates strength, flexibility, and relaxation.

• Hands-on Adjustments: Learning how to offer adjustments to students in a safe and effective manner.

2. Pranayama (Breathing Techniques)

• Breathing Practices: Techniques such as Ujjayi, Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing), and Kapalbhati, which help regulate the energy flow within the body.

• Benefits of Breath Control: Understanding how pranayama can impact mental clarity, reduce stress, and increase energy.

3. Meditation & Mindfulness

• Introduction to Meditation: How to guide students into a meditative state and practice mindfulness.

• Different Forms of Meditation: Exploring various meditation themes such as love, unity, concentration, and mantra.

4. Anatomy and Physiology

• Yoga Anatomy: A foundational understanding of the body’s muscles, bones, joints, and the mechanics of how they interact during asana practice.

• Energy Systems: Understanding the chakras (energy centers), nadis (energy pathways), and the role of energy flow in the body.

5. Yoga Philosophy

• The Yoga Sutras: Study of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, an ancient text that outlines the philosophy and ethics of yoga.

• The Bhagavad Gita: Learning about the teachings of this sacred text, which provides guidance on life, duty, and spirituality.

• Ethics and Lifestyle: Learning the ethical guidelines of yoga such as Ahimsa (non-violence), Satya (truthfulness), and Brahmacharya (moderation)..

7. Practice Teaching

• Hands-on Teaching: Throughout the course, students are encouraged to practice teach, leading portions of the class, giving instructions, and learning from feedback.

• Developing Your Own Teaching Style: Finding your unique voice as a teacher and becoming confident in leading classes.

Duration and Format:

• Duration: 200 hours.

• Format: Weekend Intensive

  • Saturdays and Sundays - January 11th - April 27th

Benefits of Hatha Yoga Teacher Training:

• Deepen your practice: The training will deepen your own understanding and personal practice of yoga.

• Develop teaching skills: It provides the tools to teach yoga in a safe, effective, and inspiring way.

• Personal Growth: The process often leads to significant personal transformation and self-discovery.

• Career Opportunities: After completing a YTT, you can teach in studios, gyms, retreat centers, or even start your own yoga classes.

Hatha Yoga Teacher Training can be an incredibly rewarding experience, whether you wish to teach yoga professionally or simply deepen your own practice and understanding of this ancient tradition.