TEACHER TRAINING AT MIND YOGA STUDIO

Exciting news everyone, I am now a teacher trainer with Yoga Alliance Professionals!

The following is a brief description of the studio, followed by the syllabus for the course which will begin on 22/02/20.  More details can be found on my Yoga Alliance Professionals page:  

www.yogaallianceprofessionals.org/united-kingdom/enniskillen/teacher-trainer/mind-yoga-teaching-academy

If you are interested in becoming a yoga teacher please send an email to mindyogateachingacademy@gmail.com


​Mind Yoga Teaching Academy

Mind Yoga and Rehab Studio is owned and run by Jill Little, Jill has been teaching Yoga for over 17 years and in 2014 decided to open her own studio, where she offers both group and one to one yoga instruction.  

Situated in the picturesque town of Enniskillen, right in the centre of the Fermanagh lake lands, the studio provides a variety of yoga styles, including traditional Hatha, Vinyasa, Pre and Post Natal Yoga, Yoga Nidra, Yoga for Kids and special needs groups.

At Mind Yoga, Jill is pleased to be able to offer you a comprehensive 200hr, highly accredited Yoga Teacher qualification, approved and accredited by Yoga Alliance Professionals.

The course is designed to give the student a broad knowledge of the many aspects of Yoga including anatomy and physiology, observation, safe alignments and adjustments, nutrition, Pranayama breathing techniques, meditation, how to design a class for beginners, advanced students, leading toward a specific asana, or for special populations.  Whether it be on a one to one basis, or a group class, or for a large corporate event with the end result being that the trainee Yoga teacher will be adequately skilled to provide Yoga classes, using good verbal skills with accurate cues for their class, or for the ardent Yoga participant who would like to broaden their knowledge of Yoga for their own personal development.  Mind Yoga offers an inclusive and relaxed environment which allows each individual to unlock their own unique potential.  

All course materials will be provided at the start of each learning weekend, with a recommended reading list for self improvement and development.  

Previous experience of Yoga is preferable, with a minimum of two years experience.

Applicants should be healthy with stable circumstances, in order to take part in the course, having the dedication and concentration required.  (However, all circumstances will be considered).

The course schedule will be over 11 attended learning weekends, with a written assignment to be done after each weekend, covering the topic studied, applicants are also expected to attend and document at least 30 hours of Yoga classes attended, this can be at any location, during the course, confirmed by the teacher of that class.  There will then be a final 12th weekend, which includes a 50 question multiple choice examination paper, and an assessment of their teaching ability.  

All awards and decisions will be at the discretion of Mind Yoga Teaching Academy.  However, students can an are encouraged to question any decision that they are awarded.  

Personal details of teachers in training will be forwarded to Yoga Alliance Professionals for registration with YAP, and include their first years insurance.

Applicants should apply in writing via email to: mindyogateachingacademy@gmail.com 
or further inquiries contact Jill on 07976217629 between 9:30am - 6pm Monday to Friday (GMT).

For international students, accommodation on the attended weekends can be found at the Killyhevlin Hotel and Lakeside Chalets, Belmore Court Motel, or the Enniskillen Hotel, all of which are located within walking distance from the studio.   

Course Syllabus

Module 1:  

1. Introductions about the course
2. History of Yoga
3. Asanas;  including Anatomy and Physiology for these

SYT contact hours = 16, Non SYT contact hrs = 4, Non contact hrs = 6, Total hrs = 26.
(SYT = Senior Yoga Teacher) 

Module 2:

1. The limbs of Yoga
2. Health and Safety and how to prepare a venue to provide a suitable area to practice
3. Asanas;  including Anatomy and Physiology for these

SYT contact hrs = 16, Non SYT contact hrs = 4, Non contact hrs = 6, Total hrs = 26.

Module 3:

1. Acquainting with other styles of Yoga
2. The effects of Yoga on the person
3. Fascia, what is it
4. Anatomy Chains
5. Mudras 
6. Asanas;  including Anatomy and Physiology for these

SYT contact hrs = 16, Non SYT contact hrs = 4, Non contact hrs = 6, Total hrs = 26

Module 4:

1. Pranayama:  Anatomy / Physiology of the Respiratory System
2. Assessing poor breathing patterns and how to improve with Yogic breathing techniques
3. Contraindications and knowing when to refer to G.P. etc.
4. Asanas;  including Anatomy and Physiology for these

SYT contact hrs = 16, Non SYT contact hrs = 4, Non contact hrs = 6, Total hrs = 26

Module 5:

1. Anatomy and Physiology
2. ​Recap the Respiratory System
3. The Limbic System and Chakras
4. Asanas;  including Anatomy and Physiology for these

SYT contact hrs = 16, Non SYT contact hrs = 4, Non contact hrs = 6, Total hrs = 26

Module 6:

1. Meditation and how to apply it​
2. Meditation Techniques
3. Mantras
4. Prepare and deliver a Guided Relaxation
5. Asanas;  including Anatomy and Physiology for these

SYT contact hrs = 16, Non SYT contact hrs = 4, Non contact hrs = 6, Total hrs = 26

Module 7:

1. ​Nutrition for Yoga
2. Introduction to Ayurveda
3. Asanas;  including Anatomy and Physiology for these

SYT contact hrs = 16, Non SYT contact hrs = 4, Non contact hrs = 6, Total hrs = 26

Module 8:

1. Anatomy and Physiology of the Skeletal System
2. The Muscular System and Fascial Integration
3. The Nervous System
4. The Circulatory System
5. Asanas;  including Anatomy and Physiology for these

SYT contact hrs = 16, Non SYT contact hrs = 4, Non contact hrs = 6, Total hrs = 26

Module 9:

1. Good Practice in Teaching, Verbal Cues etc.
2. Participant Characteristics 
3. Planning Lessons from Beginners to Advanced Class
4. Asanas;  including Anatomy and Physiology for these

SYT contact hrs = 16, Non SYT contact hrs = 4, Non contact hrs = 6, Total hrs = 26

Module 10:

1. Running a Yoga Studio (CPD's), Insurance, Media, Potential Demographic, Registration
2. Sun Salutations
3. Asanas;  including Anatomy and Physiology for these

SYT contact hrs = 16, Non SYT contact hrs = 4, Non contact hrs = 6, Total hrs = 26

Module 11:

1. Modifying Asanas for Differing Abilities
2. Twists
3. Binds
4. Inversions
5. Asanas;  including Anatomy and Physiology for these

SYT contact hrs = 16, Non SYT contact hrs = 4, Non contact hrs = 6, Total hrs = 26

Module 12:

1. Practical Exam (deliver a 60 min class, for which a demographic will be assigned)
2. Multiple Choice Exam 

​SYT contact hrs = 2, Non SYT contact hrs = 0, Non contact hrs = 0, Total hrs = 2

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