YOGA TEACHER TRAINING

200-hour Certificate Program

Month-Long Program
June 19 to July 16, 2009

Monthly Program
Aug 17-24, Sep 11-14, Oct 9-13, Nov 13-16,
Dec 4-7, Jan 8-11 '09

(Click here for the 500-hour Certificate Program)

Overview

This course is designed to delve deeply into Yoga as explained in the traditional Yoga Scriptures.

Classically, Ashtanga Yoga means Eight-limbed Yoga (ashta meaning eight, and anga meaning limb.) We will address each limb and will teach asanas from the Hatha Yoga system (referenced in the Hatha Yoga Pradipika, Gherand Samita, and other Hatha yoga scriptures) as shared with us by our teacher, Baba Hari Dass. Classes are taught by the senior students of Baba Hari Dass.

NOTE: Because there has been much confusion over the past few years regarding the term Ashtanga, we wish to be clear that we do not teach a contemporary method of asana that has come to be known as "Ashtanga" or "Power Yoga".

Course Objective

The course is designed to:

Systematically deepen your understanding of yoga.
Develop skills for teaching yoga at a beginner's level.
Deepen your personal practice of yoga.

Who Should Attend?

Serious students of all levels
This program offers instruction in beginning, intermediate, and advanced methods of pranayama and asanas. It is ideal for those who want to immerse themselves in an intense discipline either to begin or to deepen a practice.Advanced techniques will be explored in some of the specialty classes.
Yoga teachers
For those who would like to teach, or for those who are already teaching, this course is designed to expand your knowledge of the theory and practices of yoga as well as to develop and enhance your teaching skills.

Curriculum

Theory

Comprehensive explanation of the systems of Ashtanga (8-limbed) Yoga and Hatha Yoga, as well as supporting studies of

Patanjali's Yoga Sutras
Ayurveda – Introduction to the ancient system of health care derived from the Vedic tradition. (Ayurveda is a complete science in itself. We will only be able to touch on the most basic concepts that relate most to yoga practice.)
Subtle Body Theory
Anatomy and Physiology
Yoga Scriptures (Hatha Yoga Pradipika, Gherand Samhita, Ratnavali, and others.

Practice

Shat Karma (internal and external cleansing practices)
Asana (postures) see Asana Program Details
Pranayama (breathing practices)
Mudras (locks)
Dharana and Dhyana (concentration and meditation)
Yamas and Niyamas (personal disciplines, observances and restraints) .

TYPICAL DAY'S SCHEDULE Month-Long Program Only
(This is a sample of a typical day, however, please note there will be variations and changes made along the way.)
5:00 am	Wake-up
5:30 – 6:15	Shat Karma
6:30 – 8:15	Pranayama and Meditation
8:30 – 10:00	Asana (practice)
10:00 – 12:00 pm	Breakfast/Break
12:00 – 1:30	Theory Class
1:30 – 2:00	Break
2:00 – 3:30	Asana (practice)
3:30 – 4:00	Break
4:00 – 5:00	Asana (theory)
5:00 – 6:00	Dinner
6:00 – 7:00	Break
7:00 – 8:30	Evening program
(The Sunday schedule goes through breakfast, then the rest of the day is free.)

Certificate of Completion

At the end of the course, all participants who have attended the specified number of classes will receive a Certificate of Completion. This course is registered with The Yoga Alliance at the 200 hour level, so that graduates can become registered Yoga Teachers.

Tuition and Fees

TUITION $1740
plus
MEAL AND LODGING FEES

	Month-long Program		Monthly Program
	Meals and Lodging	Total Cost	Meals and Lodging	Total Cost
Commuting	$610	$2,350	$575	$2,315
Own Tent or Vehicle	$880	$2,620	$828	$2,568
Center Tent	$1,055	$2,795	$989	$2,729
Economy Dorm	$1,265	$3,005
Dormitory	$1,480	$3,220	$1,380	$3,120
Triple	$1,675	$3,415	$1,587	$3,327
Double	$1,880	$3,620	$1,771	$3,511
Double with Bath Single	$1,920	$3,895	$2,024	$3,764
Single	$2,510	$4,250	$2,392	$4,132
Single with Bath	$2,570	$4,750	$2,852	$4,592

Scholarships for teacher training programs are available through YogaBasics -- www.yogabasics.com/scholarship/

Deposit and Cancellation Policies

Deposit

$500 US is due with registration.

Cancellations

Prior to June 1^st– the deposit less a $100 administrative fee is refundable
June 1^st or later– the deposit is forfeited.

Month-Long Program
June 19 to July 16, 2009

Monthly Program
Aug 17-24, Sep 11-14, Oct 9-13, Nov 13-16,
Dec 4-7, Jan 8-11

Contacting Us
Mail:
	Yoga Teacher Training Mount Madonna Center 445 Summit Road Watsonville, CA 95076
Registration and Housing:
	(408) 847 0406 ext. 264 e-mail ytt@mountmadonna.org
Directions:
	(408) 847-0406 ext. 701
Transportation:
	(408) 847-0406 ext. 212
Course content or other specifics about the course:
	Jaya – YTT coordinator, (408) 847-0406 voicemail 201 e-mail jaya@mountmadonna.org

This program provides Continuing Education Credit available for nurses,
and fulfills the spiritual practice prerequisite for John F. Kennedy University's Graduate School for Holistic Studies.

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