The SATYANANDA YOGA® program is one of the most extensive, comprehensive Teacher Training courses in the world. It gives students the tools to instruct a variety of populations in a range of settings, and to pursue teaching part-time or as a full-time career.
Two levels of Teacher Training provide participants the skills necessary to pass on the teachings of SATYANANDA YOGA® in a safe and creative way.
Each Teacher Training module begins with two weeks of on-site training, followed by 6-8 months of student teaching with a mentor and completing assignments which hone instructing and business skills.
Teacher Training Modules
Teacher Training 1
This program is registered with Yoga Alliance at the 200 hour level
Pre-requisite: Yogic Studies 1
This module introduces the skills necessary for instructing others in the practices of yoga at a beginner level. Teacher Training 1 includes class and course planning, teaching students with special needs, applied anatomy and physiology, basic principles for developing a yoga-based business, and methods of effectively supporting students. An emphasis on "learning by doing" grants students numerous opportunities to teach others and receive feedback from senior instructors.
Teacher Training 2
This program is registered with Yoga Alliance at the 500 hour level
Pre-requisites: Teacher Training 1 and Yogic Studies 2
This module focuses on teaching practices at the intermediate level, along with instructing the more subtle aspects of yoga. Participants learn how to plan longer-term or more specialized presentations such as weekend retreats. Student support skills and special needs are developed in greater depth.
Teacher Training Subjects
Teaching Asana
Teach poses safely and modify them according to student need.
Teaching Pranayama
Teach pranayama practice safely and modify them according to student need.
Teaching Meditation
Teach meditation in a safe, accessible manner.
Teaching Mudra and Bandha
Effectively convey these subtle, powerful techniques.
Teaching Shatkarmas
Instruct the ancient hatha yoga cleansing practices for modern needs.
Teaching Mantra & Kirtan
Lead simple mantras and kirtans.
Class Planning
Create balanced and appropriate classes that either stand alone or progress over time.
Course Planning
Sequence and progress classes in a way that engages your students over weeks, months, or longer.
Teaching Special Needs
Adapt teaching methodologies to suit diverse populations with various physical and mental conditions in different environments.
Anatomy and Physiology
Apply theoretical principles with the depth necessary to safely teach and adapt beginner through intermediate techniques.
Professional Yoga Teacher
Efficiently plan, organize, promote and manage yoga classes; establish and maintain a yoga-based business.
Qualities of a Yoga Teacher
Understand the ethical and legal framework of teaching and consider the attributes that define a SATYANANDA YOGA® teacher.
Student Support Skills
Practice effective communication skills while maintaining personal boundaries. Learn when and how to make referrals to other health professionals.
Health and Safety
Incorporate principles of care in preparing the teaching environment.
First Aid & CPR
This is a separate unit undertaken independently by the student to obtain and maintain ongoing certification.
