Yoga Teacher Training

Native Yoga Teacher Training Program ~ Yoga Alliance 200 Hour Certification Program

Read what a recent graduate wrote:
"Todd and Tamara, It has been my great fortune to have you as my teachers, we are so very blessed here at Native Yoga Center to have such devoted, dedicated and knowledgeable teachers.  My deepest gratitude to both of you for all that you have taught me about this beautiful art and science of Yoga.  Thank you for being so patient and understanding of me and for always encouraging me to persevere.  I found your Teacher Training amazing, very detailed, organized and professional. I received so much more that I ever expected and I am forever grateful.  With all of my love and good wishes to both of you." ~Neldy

Taught by Todd and Tamara McLaughlin, ERYT 500. The 2011 NYC Native Yoga Teacher Training Program registration is open. Submit your application and deposit to reserve yourself a place as space is limited. The dates for the current 2011 Teacher Training is as follows:

Session 1: January 28th, 29th, and 30th, 2011.
Session 2: February 25th, 26th, and 27th, 2011.
Session 3: March 25th, 26th, and 27th, 2011.
Session 4: April 8th, 9th and 10th, 2011.
Session 5: April 29th, 30th, and May 1st, 2011.
Session 6: May 20th, 21st and 23rd, 2011.
Session 7: June 3rd, 4th, and 5th, 2011.

Program Overview

The purpose of the Native Yoga Teacher Training Program is to educate teachers to provide group and individual yoga instruction in diverse settings. This program emphasizes the personal practice of the yoga teacher as the foundation of the training program. In addition, the program focuses on the theoretical understanding of the philosophy and science of Yoga and the practical application of this knowledge to personal practice and the art of teaching.

The NYC Native Yoga Teacher Training Program is an opportunity for practitioners and teachers of all levels of experience to learn the Native Yoga approach to Yoga. During the program, students immerse themselves in the study and practice of asana, pranayama, meditation and theory. An emphasis is placed on the personal practice of the teacher as the foundation of the learning process. Active public class participation and observation in between training sessions helps students apply concepts from each training session to their personal practice and teaching. A Native Yoga Training Manual is provided to students at the first session.

A NYC Native Yoga Teacher Training Program graduate is qualified to teach the Native Yoga sequence. Adaptations for each posture in the sequence are learned to be able to apply options for individual needs while teaching. Through training and practice of teaching this sequence the opportunity to create unique sequencing specific to the needs of individuals or groups is developed. The NYC Native Yoga Teacher Training Program graduate possess the tools and skills necessary to lead individuals of all levels to discover the incredible benefits of Yoga practice.

The NYC Native Yoga Teacher Training Program is registered with the Yoga Alliance at the 200- hour level under the 2010-2011 guidelines.

Program Faculty

The primary teachers and directors are Todd and Tamara McLaughlin, founders of Native Yoga, assisted by an experienced team of certified NYC Yoga teachers and Yoga Therapists.

Program Content

Over the seven, weekend long training sessions the following content area will be emphasized:

1. The foundation of the Native Yoga practice
2. Anatomy and physiology of asana and pranayama
3. The vinyasa technique of breath and movement synchronicity
4. Observation of individuals and groups
5. Verbalization of accurate terminology for leading class
6. How to see and understand bodies, and give hands-on adjustments
7. The art of sequencing
8. Meditation, the energetics of centering your mind and awakening your intuition
9. Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
10. Yoga philosophy
11. Actual practice of teaching
12. Pranayama, theory and practice
13. How to deal with studentsʼ injuries and health conditions
14. Delivery, presentation and class control, especially in teaching beginners
15. Ethics, business, and the professional and energetic boundaries of teaching

Program Format

Each training session will begin on a Friday evening from 6pm-9pm, continue Saturday 12pm-7pm and conclude Sunday 12pm-7pm. In addition to these group training sessions each student will be required to observe at least 6 public classes per each weekend session at Native Yoga Center. Students must observe the 6 classes prior to the commencement of the following training session. There are 42 public class observations in total. Traveling students will be given priority to observe their 6 classes on the weekends of the actual training sessions.

The program format includes lecture, practice of dialogue for Native Yoga sequence, group study of mechanics of asana, question and answer sessions and small group processes. A Native Yoga Training Manual will be issued on the first training session.

NYC Native Yoga Teacher Training Program Certification Requirements

The following requirements must be met in order to receive NYC Yoga Teacher Certification:

1. Full attendance at all seven weekend sessions.
2. Complete 42 public class observations before completion of final weekend training.
3. Teaching Demonstration - Each student completes a Teaching Demonstration to peers during a training session. Program faculty observes and provides feedback about teaching skills.

Program Cost

• $2,950 Early Bird (paid in full one month in advance, Due by Dec. 28th.)
• $3,250 Regular

Tuition does not include lodging, food, books and materials, or travel expenses.
Tuition does include unlimited classes at Native Yoga Center for the duration of the training!
Payment options are available as per the individual. Please inquire!

Application, Payment Options and Schedules Form

Prerequisites

Applicants 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 Native Yoga, Ashtanga or 84 Classic Asana traditions) prior to the beginning of the program. The strength of this foundation will support the entirety of the Teacher Training program.

How to Apply

Please download the Application and complete in full. You may also call us at Native Yoga Center and we will gladly mail an Application to you. Mail your completed application, along with your $100 registration fee to:

Native Yoga Center
833 Donald Ross Rd
Juno Beach, FL 33408

Applications are accepted anytime space allows. However, because space is limited and 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 your tuition must be paid in full five weeks before the start of your course.

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