The 200-hour LevelYoga Alliance Registered Teacher Training School
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Informational Evening, on the Purna Yoga 200 hour Teacher TrainingMonday, January 25, 7:30-8:30 pm Monday, April 26, 7:30-8:30 pm Monday, October 25, 7:30-8:30 pm Join us for tea, treats, and a fun informative chat with the instructors, administrator, and graduates.
The 200-hour LevelYoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher Training School Gain the Knowledge
At the 200-hour Level you gain the knowledge, confidence and awareness that is essential for becoming an alignment-based yoga teacher. The course covers the foundational curriculum of Purna Yoga—alignment-based asana and pranayama, meditation, nutrition and applied yogic philosophy. You will emerge with the ability to teach a variety of classes; the confidence, caring and compassion that keeps your students safe and growing; and the inspiration that makes yoga a powerful tool for transformation. Be prepared to fall in love with your own personal yoga and meditation practice as well, since Purna Yoga awakens the joy of living from the heart. As you learn the foundational curriculum, you will also explore:
*Download the 2010 Program Packet (all the forms and information on this webpage in a printer-ready format) DatesThe 200-hour Level is offered in two formats. Choose one: Weekend Format, 2010 Meets Friday evenings (4:30-8:30 pm), Saturdays (11:30-8:30 pm), and Sundays (9:00-6:00 pm) Month Intensive Format, 2010 Meets Monday - Saturday, 9 hours per day with breaks (Wednesdays are half days) *Note: Start date published on color brochure is incorrect - the correct start date is Friday, July 9* Cost$ 3,250 Early Bird (paid in full one month in advance) $ 3,500 Regular Tuition does not include lodging, food, books and materials, or travel expenses. (See the Program Packet for payment schedules and options.)
PrerequisitesApplicants must have an established asana practice (at least one year of 2-3 classes a week in alignment-based yoga—any yoga system that emphasizes the alignment of the body in asana, such as Purna Yoga or Iyengar) prior to beginning the program. The strength of this foundation will support the entirety of the Teacher Training program.
How to ApplyPlease download the Application and complete it in full. You may also call us at Yoga Centers and we will gladly mail an Application to you. Mail your completed application, along with your $100 registration fee to:
Applications are accepted anytime space allows. However, because courses do fill, we recommend you submit your Application three months before your course begins. We will contact you by email within three weeks of receiving your Application to confirm your acceptance. To receive the Early Bird discount on the 200-hour course, your tuition must be paid in full five weeks before the start of your course. The 200-hour Level Application, 2009
Book ListHere are the required textbooks for the 200-hour course. Please refer to the Yoga Centers Online Store for prices and ordering information:
Frequently Asked Questions
What certificate will I receive? With your successful completion of the program requirements (course hours and homework) you will earn the 200-Hour Course Completion Certificate from the College of Purna Yoga. This Certificate enables you to register with the Yoga Alliance at the 200-hour level.
What is the Yoga Alliance? The Yoga Alliance was created to establish national standards for yoga teachers. Over the years, it has grown to become the nationally recognized body of yoga teacher training standards. Yoga Alliance does not certify teachers; instead it provides a list of teachers who have fulfilled certain yoga teacher training minimum standards. Those standards make up the 200-hour level and the 500-hour level of most teacher training programs today. Most studios and yoga teaching venues require teachers to be registered with the Yoga Alliance in order to teach yoga.
When can I register with Yoga Alliance? With your successful completion of the program requirements (course hours and homework) you will earn the 200-Hour Course Completion Certificate from the College of Purna Yoga. This certificate is the documentation that you need to complete your application to become a Registered Yoga Teacher at the 200-hour Level, becoming a “RYS-200.”
What if I miss a class? To receive your Course Completion Certificate and be eligible for Yoga Alliance registration, you must complete 100% of the classes and requirements. In addition, you must attend the first 5 modules of the course. However, we understand that you may not be able to foresee every conflict, so we have devised the following procedures if you must miss a class.
If you miss more than 30 minutes of a module (4 hour course), either by arriving late or leaving early, you will not receive credit for that module, and the entire module will have to be made-up.
Any missed modules may be made up in the following ways:
Who will be my instructor?
The 200-hour course will be taught by no more than two instructors. This will give you both the opportunity to bond deeply with your lead instructor, and to have a second instructor to add another perspective and teaching style. The teachers of the 200-hour Level are Certified Purna Yoga Instructors with over 2,000 hours of training, practice, and apprenticing. They are also registered with Yoga Alliance as E-RYTs (“Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher”) at the 200 or 500 hour levels (the highest level awarded). They have been hand-selected by Purna Yoga founders Aadil Palkhivala and Mirra, and have studied under them personally for many years to achieve the level of being a College of Purna Yoga faculty member. The members of the college faculty have made very deep commitments to their own practice of Purna Yoga as well as serving others and carrying on the Purna Yoga lineage by training teachers.
How many people will be in class? We require a minimum of 10 students and accept a maximum of 30 students. In most cases, you will have one teacher and one or two assistants.
Will I have homework? Yes, you will have two books to read and anatomy worksheets to complete. Expect about 20 hours of homework during the 200-hour course.
How much should I expect to pay for books and materials? Your books should cost around $110. You can order them from the Yoga Centers Online Store, or find them at other book resellers.
I am coming from out-of-town. Where can I stay? We will provide you with a list of local recommended accommodations, ranging from rooms in houses, to hotels and bed and breakfasts, as well as transportation options. Many students find that they prefer to set up carpools and shared lodgings with their classmates while they are here. We regret that, due to privacy concerns, we are not able to share directory information with students until the course has begun.
After I graduate, where will I be able to teach? Upon completion, you will be able to apply to teach alignment-based yoga at a variety of venues, such as studios, gyms, park departments, and schools. While there are no legal requirements for teaching yoga, most studios require their teachers to be registered with Yoga Alliance. The 200-hour level of training will equip you to teach basic classes; your teaching repertoire will grow as you increase your level of training.
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