1. Programme Structure: Our program includes a 6-week online meditation course, two three-day yoga and meditation workshops, a 5-day online foundation teacher training, and a 15-day residential teacher training. There are also assignments to be completed within 12 months from the residential training.
2. Duration: The entire programme takes approximately 12 months to complete.
3. Yoga Styles Covered: Our programme covers dynamic flowing vinyasa style yoga including a repertoire of classical yoga poses, Yin Yoga, and a Therapeutic approach to yoga.
4. Prerequisites: Prospective students are required to have a minimum of two years of yoga practice experience.
5. Support and Follow-up: We provide an ongoing regular weekly class and two follow-up interviews for the group to support the personal and professional development of the students.
6. Specialized Modules: Our program includes specialized modules on Yin yoga, detailed yoga and anatomy approach, and comprehensive training in Buddhist meditation.
7. Balance of Practice and Theory: The program is primarily practice-based, with approximately 75% dedicated to practice and 25% to theory. Material is presented through practical application.
8. Teaching Methodology: The heart of our teaching methodology is based on Vinyasa Krama, which emphasizes a step-by-step approach to building postures and sequences, as well as learning in general.
9. Mindfulness and Meditation: Mindfulness is integrated into the yoga practice, drawing from the Satipatthana teaching of the Buddha. We provide instruction in meditation and teach how to incorporate it into your practice and teaching .
10. Practical Teaching Experience: During the residential program, students are required to teach daily posture work and three full-length classes as a group.
11. Post-Program Support: You offer two online meetings following the residential training and an ongoing weekly class every Wednesday. Students are also welcome to join your retreats offered 2-3 times a year.
12. Experienced Teachers: Our training is led by two teachers, Sudaka and Sadhita, each with 30 years of teaching experience and a deep understanding of the yoga and Buddhist traditions.
