SUMMARY

Rasa's 200 hour teacher training and study course is designed to immerse you in the fundamental and transformational art of teaching yoga.  This course will offer you the practical tools to step into your place as a teacher with knowledge, inspiration, integrity and clarity.  Students will graduate with an understanding of the history and philosophy of classical yoga; fundamental principles for effective teaching all levels and abilities of students; a solid understanding of anatomy and its application to the yoga practice; a comprehensive guide to the subtle energetic body through the lens of Ayurveda and Eastern medicine; as well as a look at the business of being a yoga teacher. 

After completing this certified course, Rasa also offers its graduates a channel to explore more focused paths, such as immersions and mentorship programs that will further reveal and develop each individual's authentic expression, passion and skill.  We at Rasa look forward to being part of this life affirming journey. 

Dates: 

Spring Session: April 30-May 2, May 14-16, May 28-30, June 11-13

Fall Session: Sep 10-12, Sep 24-26, Oct 8-10, Oct 22-24, Nov 6-7

Friday eves (5:30-8:30pm) and full days Saturdays/Sundays (8-5:30pm); last Fall weekend is Sat-Sun only; some days may end half hour earlier, exact times for each weekend provided in application approval package.

*Must complete in sequence; attendence is mandatory for all days; should student need to miss any sessions, s/he must obtain prior approval from both co-directors.  If more than 2 days are missed, may impact ability to graduate under this program. 

Curriculum Overview:

• Anatomy, Asana & Applications to Yoga Practice
• The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: Classical Yoga Philosophy
• Principles of Alignment, Use of Props & Safety
• The Principles of Sequencing - the Ritual Arch of a Class
• The Art of Effective Teaching: Observation, Conscious Touch/Adjustments, Verbal Communication, Planning Classes, Cultivating Confidence
• Ethics and Living Yoga
• The Art of Breathing & Meditation
• Vayus & Energetic Alignment
• Ayurveda & Applications to Yoga Practice and Lifestyle
• Restorative Yoga, Prenatal Yoga, & Yoga for Special Interest Groups
• Seeing & Understanding Bodies
• Business of Yoga

   Also includes Independent Assignments, Required Reading, Practice Teaching, and

   the end of term Yoga Focus & Presentation

Faculty:

    Co-Directors -

            Beth Sparks, ERYT

            Natalie Stawsky, ERYT

    Guest Teachers -

            Kristin Laak                    

                 - The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: Classical Yoga Philosophy

            James Bailey, LAc, MATCM, MPH, Dipl Ayu

                 - Ayurveda & Applications to Yoga Practice and Lifestyle

            Max Strom, ERYT

                 - Ethics & the Way of Life

Prerequisites:

• At least 2+ years of a personal yoga practice, or if less than 2 years, your yoga teacher's personal referral sent to info@rasayogacenter.com
• Must complete Rasa Teacher Training Application
• Sign the Rasa Teacher's Ethical Guidelines and Code of Conduct

 

Cost:  $3,000 ($1,500 ea session, paid by April 23rd & Sept 3rd)

          $2,850 ($1,425 early bird, paid by March 30th & August 10th)

          $2,700 upfront early bird, paid by March 30th

            Registration fee of $200 must be submitted with application, and is non-refundable

            unless the application is rejected. If it is determined after the training has

            commenced that a student is unable to complete the total training hours for

            whatever reason, the student must forfeit the pro-rated used tuition plus the

            registration fee. A refund of the remaining amount will be issued within 7-10

            business days of the student’s last day.

 

Required Reading:

Spring reading -

   1) The Rasa Teacher Training Manual (provided 1st day of training)

   2) The Shambhala Guide to Yoga, Georg Feuerstein

   3) The Science of Yoga - the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali in Sanskrit with

       Transliteration in Roman, Translation and Commentary in English, I.K. Taimni

   4) The Key Muscles of Hatha Yoga, by Ray Long

Fall reading -

   5) The Subtle Body: An Encyclopedia of Your Energetic Anatomy, by Cindi Dale

   6) Swasthavritta: The Self-Guiding Wisdom from the Inner Teachings of

       Ayurveda, by James Bailey (provided during training, before segment)

List of suggested reading - provided upon registration

          3 books off this list of student's choice shall be included in required reading

          during the course of the training. 

(All required books will be available at the Rasa boutique, along with some of the suggested reading, or you may also utilize other sources, such as Amazon)

Please email info@rasayogacenter.com to receive program information and application form, or if you have any questions. Namaste.