200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training

Calgary, Alberta – Canada

Location:
Bodhi Tree Yoga Centre
821 14 Street NW
Calgary  Alberta  T2N 2A4
Canada

Contact info:
http://www.bodhitreeyoga.ca
celesteneedham@gmail.com
(403) 270-0219

Anusara Yoga™, developed by John Friend (www.anusara.com), is the fastest growing hatha yoga system in the world.  Anusara Yoga™ teachers have a reputation for excellence and are known for being one the most highly trained and respected Yoga teachers in the world.  Based on a life affirming philosophy and its revolutionary, cutting edge alignment techniques;  this Anusara Yoga™ teacher training will rock your world. 

This 200 Hour Trainng is one of the most comprehensive certification programs in the country.  With over 300 graduates from previous programs, Senior Certified Anusara Yoga™ Teacher Trainers, Martin and Jordan Kirk, are internationally in demand and are recognized as leaders in the Anusara community.  Known for their clear, concise and compassionate teaching, your learning will go way beyond the classroom.  This transformative program will impact not only your yoga practice and teaching, but also your life.  You will become part of an incredible kula (community of the heart) that will support you as you build your foundation and gain confidence to express your own authentic voice in the world of yoga.  Expect to forge deep friendships for life.

The Immersions and Teacher Trainings are for both serious students and those seeking to become Yoga Teachers in the great tradition of Anusara Yoga™.  The Program is offered in one of two ways.  First, it is for students seeking a 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training.  This program is Yoga Alliance Registered and a certificate of completion will be awarded to students fulfilling all necessary requirements.  Second, this program is set up for students seeking to simply take the individual Immersions, Level 1 Teacher Training or Level 2 Teacher Training.  All students are welcome. 

Prerequisite for 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training:  30 hours of Anusara Yoga™ studies

200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
Module 1-Immersion into Anusara Yoga
(Includes Immersion I, II & III)           

Immersion I – Stepping into the Heart (36 hours)
June 11 - 15, 2008 (Weds – Sun)

In this Immersion we will establish a solid foundation in the fundamentals of Anusara Yoga™ by connecting deeply with its life-affirming Tantric philosophy. 
Subjects covered:

• Universal Principles of Alignment™
• Study and Practice of Yoga Postures
• Tantra Philosophy
• Pranayama and Meditation basics

Prerequisite:  30 hours of Anusara Yoga studies

Immersion II – Deepening the Journey (36 hours)
November 26 - 30, 2008 (Sat – Weds)

During this phase, we will study the depths of Tantric philosophy as well as how this philosophy applies to the great yogic texts.  Subjects covered:

• Tantra philosophy
• Yoga Sutras of Patanjali & Bhagavad Gita
• Tantric texts – The Spendor of Recognition and Tattvas
• Paths of Yoga & Ethics
• Deeper practice of Pranayama & Meditation
• Level 2 syllabus poses introduced

Prerequisite:  Immersion I or permission from instructor

Immersion III – Path of Awakening  (36 hours)
January 30 - Feburary 3, 2009 (Weds – Sun)

During this phase, you will be guided by Martin Kirk into a journey of his now famous Anatomy Training that will awaken your understanding of the Anusara Alignment Principles.  Subjects covered:

• Yoga Anatomy with Martin Kirk
• Chakras, Kundalini and the Energy body
• Basic Sanskrit and names for Yoga poses
• Deeper study of Philosophy & Practice of Yoga Postures
• Develop a Personal Practice of Asana, Pranayama & Meditation
• Masterful Sequencing

Prerequisite:  Immersion I & II or permission from instructor

Module 2 – The Art of Teaching
(Includes Level 1 & Level 2 Teacher Training)

Level 1 Teacher Training (30 hours)
March 27 - 31, 2009 (Fri – Tues)

In this 30 hour training, learn the key skills required to become an extraordinary Anusara Yoga™ teacher.

In this training you will learn and practice:

• Verbal and physical adjustments
• Skillful use of heart themes and metaphors
• Clear and effective demonstrations of poses
• Excellent sequencing and how to build to an apex pose
• Ample teaching practice with partners, small and large groups
• Enjoy a safe and highly supportive environment

Pre-requisites: Participants must have completed 100 hours of Anusara studies, preferably through Immersions with a Certified Anusara Yoga™ Teacher.

Level 2 Teacher Training (30 hours)
June 5 - 9, 2009 (Fri – Tues)

In this 30 hour advanced teacher training, we will completely immerse ourselves in the art of teaching Anusara Yoga™ in a manner that maximizes individualized attention for each participant. 

In this training, you will learn and practice:

• Refinement and broadening of inspiring themes
• Seamlessly weaving these themes with postural instructions
• Articulating Tantric Philosophy, the life affirming philosophical foundation of Anusara Yoga™, into your class
• Seeing, adjusting, and assisting your students
• Teaching with effective Anusara™ language and yoga demonstrations
• Orchestrating intelligent sequencing that supports the “apex” pose of a class
• Abundant opportunities to practice teaching while being observed and individually guided by Martin and Jordan to refine your skill in all areas

Pre-requisites: Participants must have completed a Level 1 Teacher Training with a Certified Anusara Yoga™ Teacher.

Breakdown of Hours

Immersion I, II & III	108
Level 1 & Level2 Teacher Training	60
Observation of Yoga Classes	12
Home Study	20
Total hours	200

Tuition:

$775 per individual Immersion or Teacher Training
($725 if paid 3 weeks before the start of the session – save $50!)

$3375 for 200 Hour Teacher Training
(includes Immersion I, III, II, Level 1 and Level 2 Teacher Training)  save $500!! (Due June 11, 2008)

Refund Policy

Cancellation requests must be received 72 hours before start of each session.  All refunds are subject to a $35 administration fee.

Required Books: Click here

What students are saying:

“WOW!  What a fantastic training.  Thank you so much for your wonderful teaching…I am really loving every single minute of this and appreciate how well organized the course is and how juicy all the information is.  I am still high from the experience!  Martin and Jordan are extraordinary human beings in every way and I greatly admire their dedication.” - Beckey S., Tucson, AZ

 “First of all, I was blessed to be able to participate in the Level 1 Teacher Training with Martin and Jordan, who are both exceptionally outstanding Teachers. This program is transformational and life-enhancing. I am now more confident to take my seat as a teacher - for example, pacing of class and sequencing, creating inspiring themes, voice and instructions. It was wonderful to be surrounded in a community of so many beautiful people and learn in a safe, caring and supportive environment. Martin and Jordan cultivated a uniquely loving, open learning environment which provided each of us a wonderful opportunity to grow as a Teacher.” - H. Meryanti – Singapore

“I've told everyone I know that training was just one of the most exceptional experiences I've had in Anusara because it was so practical!  You really helped us to enhance our skills and the individual attention given to each of us was unbelievable.  Each of us felt very special and we really felt your dedication to helping us in every way you could.  I really hated to see the training end.”  - Sandy C - New Hampshire