FALL COURSES
To register for the courses please send an email to: yogashala@hotmail.com
or call 415-5451
INTRODUCTION TO YOGA
Dates: Mondays, September 27 to December 6 (10 weeks, no class October 11)
Times: 7:00-8:00pm
Teacher: Shivaun Berg
Tuition: $126.00 tax included
Introduction to Yoga is for students with little or no yoga experience and those looking for a refresher in the fundamentals. Focusing on Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, we will explore the basics of breathing and moving together to create a flowing and meditative practice. In this 10 week session, students will learn Sun Salutations, standing poses, the beginning of the Primary Series (seated poses) and simple finishing sequence. Each class builds on the previous lesson as more postures are introduced and practice methods are refined.
YOGA BASICS
Dates: Wednesdays, September 22 to November 24 (10 weeks)
Times: 7:30-8:30pm
Teacher: Lia Kruger
Tuition: $126.00 tax included
This class will be an exploration of the foundations of alignment in the poses of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. Good for all levels.
REFINING YOUR PRACTICE
Dates: Thursdays, Septmber 23 to November 25 (10 weeks)
Time: 7:00-8:00pm
Teacher: Lori Neufeld
Tuition: $126.00 tax included
This 10 week course will focus on refining our understanding of the fundamental actions for each type of pose (standing, seated, inverted). Working with the Ashtanga Vinyasa methods, qualities of practice such as drishti (focus) and breath control will be taught. All levels of practitioner are welcome though a basic familiarity of yoga postures is recommended.
HISTORY, PHILOSOPHY & PRACTICE of YOGA - Study Circle.
This study circle will draw on a variety of sources including traditional yoga texts, contemporary writings on the history and philosophy of yoga and writings by contemporary teachers and practitioners, inquiring into how the yoga texts inform yoga practice.
Reading material will be coordinated by the study circle facilitator. Reading materials costs will be the responsibility of the participant. Join the discussion at any time. Email for more info.
Dates: Sundays, Septmber 26, October 31 and November 28
Time: 11:30am-1:00pm
Teacher: Alana Lajoie-O'malley
Tuition: By Donation
Registration for the 2010/2011Teacher Training/Personal Development Program
is closed. The next program begins August 2011.
2010/2011 YOGA TEACHER TRAINING/
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
OVERVIEW
This training is a comprehensive program in the study and practice of the Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga method. All contact hours are with Jonathan Austman.
The training will cover the following:
* Personal Practice Development
* All postures and vinyasa of the Primary Series plus variations
* Ashtanga Vinyasa Technique, Alignment, Method and Form
* Methods for Asana Corrections, Assists and Adjustments
* Pranayama and Meditation
* Ashtanga Yoga Philosophy
* Ashtanga Chants
* Ayurvedic Principles
* Yogic and Western Anatomy
* Observation Skills
* Teaching Methodology and Practice Teaching
SCHEDULE OVERVIEW
We are pleased to announce the new format for the Winnipeg Yoga Shala Yoga Teacher Training/ Personal Development Program. Over the course of nine months students will be immersed in yoga practice, philosophy and theory.
DATE |
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PROGRAM |
HOURS |
Sun. - Sat. - Aug. 15 – 21, 2010 |
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1 week intensive |
40 hrs |
Tuesdays, Sept. 21 – Nov. 09, 2010 |
|
8 week course (evenings) |
12 hrs |
Fri. - Sun. - Dec. 10 – 12, 2010 |
|
1 week end workshop |
10 hrs |
Fri. - Sun. - Jan. 14 – 16, 2011 |
|
1 week end workshop |
10 hrs |
Tuesdays, Jan. 25 – Mar. 15, 2011 |
|
8 week course (evenings) |
12 hrs |
Fri. - Sun. - Apr. 15 – 17, 2011 |
|
1 week end workshop |
10 hrs |
Sun. - Sat. - May. 08 – 14, 2011 |
|
1 week intensive |
40 hrs |
TOTAL WORKSHOP HOURS |
134 hrs |
Aug. 15, 2010 – May. 14 2011 |
|
9 months Mysore practice |
*180 hrs |
TOTAL TRAINING HOURs |
314 hrs |
*Mysore Practice: During the program attending 3 Mysore classes and the Sunday morning Primary Series class each week constitutes the minimum practice hours required for successful completion.
Homework: There will be various homework assignments throughout the program.
WHO SHOULD APPLY
The program places strong emphasis on personal practice as the source of teaching and personal development.
Yoga practitioners/teachers wishing to deepen their understanding and practice of yoga and those interested in becoming yoga teachers are welcomed to apply.
A consistent and regular practice of Hatha (ideally Ashtanga Vinyasa) yoga for at least one year’s duration is required as a prerequisite for this program.
A Certificate of Achievement will be granted upon satisfactory completion of the program.
Send your questions to yogashala@hotmail.com.
APPLICATION
To apply for the YOGA TEACHER TRAINING/ PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM send an email to yogashala@hotmail.com. Include your name, address, phone number(s), and responses (please number your responses) to the following questions:
1.Describe yourself, i.e. education, occupation, general health and condition, age, etc.
2.Describe your background/ experience with yoga. Who is your teacher?
3.Do you currently practice Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga? For how long?
4.Describe your yoga practice.
5.Why are you interested in taking this training? What are your expectations/ objectives?
6.List any other yoga trainings you have taken. Who taught them? When did you take them? Are you a yoga teacher?
7.Are there any other trainings you’ve taken that you feel may be relevant to this one?
8.What is your strength and what is your weakness?
9.Describe any health issues you have, i.e. medical conditions, injuries, medications, surgeries, allergies, etc.
INVESTMENT
Total Tuition of Program - $3,200.00 + $160.00 (GST) = $3,360.00
Upon acceptance into the program a deposit of $750.00 is required to hold your space.
The balance $2,610.00 is due before or on the first day of the program.
Visa, Mastercard, debit, cash, cheque are accepted for payment. Cheques should be made payable to Winnipeg Yoga Shala.
The program will be limited to 12 participants. Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received. Apply early.
There is no cost to submit an application.
Notification of acceptance will be given within two weeks of receipt of each application.
The cost of the program includes unlimited practice at the shala for the full dates of the training, the Winnipeg Yoga Shala Teacher Training Manual, as well as all required books.
