Teaching Asana
Teach poses safely and modify them according to student need, including to people with various health concerns and levels of fitness.
Teaching Pranayama
Teach pranayama practice safely and modify them to suit different experience levels. These breath techniques include expanding practices, nadi shodana, bhramari, ujjayi, bhastrika (bellows breath) and many more.
Teaching Meditation
Teach a variety of meditation techniques in a safe, accessible manner to different levels of practitioners. Practiecs covered include kaya sthairyam (body steadiness), antar mouna (inner silence), yoga nidra and more.
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 how to explain and 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
Overview of commonly seen modifications for students attending general classes as well as specific guidelines for adapting practices for various populations and in different teaching 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.