200 Hour Registered Yoga School




FAQ

Who is it for?


This Ayurvedic Yoga Course is geared towards Yoga Teachers and students of Yoga or Anyone who has a deep interest and sincere yearning to learn more about the great Sciences of Ayurveda and Yoga.
 

Cost:  $150.00 Application Fee
$2,000.00 Tuition

When does the program begin?

The Course begins Friday October 1, 2010 at 7pm with a Free seminar on the Introduction to Yoga. 

However, there is also a Free Seminar Friday september 17, 2010 on the Introduction to Yoga.

How long does it take to complete the program?

The Teacher Training Course consists of 7 intensive weekend workshops.  However, you must complete the 100 personal practice hours and all other requirements within 6 months.

  How do I meet my requirements?

In order to meet the requirements of Kai Yoga Arts' Registered Yoga School, you must:  

  Attend 100 Hours of Yoga Classes taught by an approved teacher. 

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Complete a comprehensive exam and a final essay.

  Participate in all 7 required "Intensive Workshops".

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  Fulfill 6 Practicum Reviews: 3 classes where student reviews the teacher, 3 classes where teacher reviews the student.

  Must complete a certified CPR Course offered at Kai Yoga Arts.

  What is included in my tuition?

Textbooks & Student Handbook

6 Months of Free Classes at Kai Yoga thru the completion of the program.

200-hour Certificate of Completion form Kai Yoga Arts.

Yoga Alliance application and registration for 1 year.

15% discount on Special Guest workshops throughout completion of the

  YTT course. 

A deeper understanding of Yoga and Ayurveda!

CPR Certification through the American Heart Association.


Cost

A $150 Non-Refundable Application Fee is due with your application process. The balance of $2,000 must be received by the 1st day that your program begins. The balance will be refundable only up to 10 days after your start date at the discretion of Kai Yoga Arts. If you are unable to pay the Tuition balance in full, Kai Yoga issues a limited number of payment arrangements.

How to Apply

Please submit an application with the $150 non-refundable application fee to namaste@kaiyoga.net.
(click here for application)

 


$150.00 non-refundable application fee



 


Once your application is approved the cost of Tuition is $2,000.00


(Note: Do not submit tuition untill you have submitted your complete application and fee and have recieved approval)

 


Cancellation Policy

If for any reason you must cancel, the following conditions apply:

• If you cancel before the program begins, you will receive a full refund, less the $150 Application Fee.

• If you cancel less than 10 days after the program begins, you will be eligible to receive a refund only at the discretion of Kai Yoga Arts, less the $150 Application Fee and a $75.00 Processing Fee.

• If cancellation is more than 10 days after the program begins, there will be no refund.



Curriculum

Introduction to Yoga

What is yoga?

Ayurveda - The Yoga of Life

Philosophy and Aim of Yoga

Four Paths of Yoga

Raja Yoga
Jnana Yoga
Karma Yoga
Bhakti Yoga

Introduction to Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras

Raja Yoga - Ashtanga Yoga – Eight Limbs

Yama
Niyama
Asana
Pranayama
Pratyahara
Dharana
Dhyana
Samadhi

Differences between Yogic exercises and Physical Culture
Note: Use Saji’s writeup on this topic; further info from Swami Vishnudevananda’s book

Man, His Three Bodies and Their Functions

Introduction to Yoga Aasanas – 14 Classical Asanas
(To include entire Pawanmuktasana Series)

Padmasana (Lotus)
Bhujangasana (Cobra)
Shalabasana (Locust)
Dhanurasan (Bow)
Paschimotanasana (Posterior Stretch)
Halasana (Plough)
Mayurasana (Peacock)
Sarvangasana (Shoulder Stand)
Matsyasana (Fish)
Yoga Mudra (Reintegration Pose)
Shirsasana (Head Stand)
Ardha Matsyendarasana (Spinal Twist)
Trikonasana (Triangle Pose)
Padahastasana (Hand to Foot Pose)
Uddiyana (abdominal Contraction)
Nauli (Abdominal Manipulation)
Shavasana (Corpse Pose)

Suryanamaskar

Teaching Methodology

Eight Step method of teaching an Asana – Principles of Teaching
Observation of Guidelines
Classroom Arrangement
Starting Prayer
Name of the Asana
Demonstration & Observation – Technique – Body Alignment
Benefits & Limitations
Questions & Answers
Subtle Points
Points to Remember
Closing Prayer

Theory and Practice of Hatha Yoga Asana

Loosening practices
Stretching and strengthening movement
Balancing
Focal points on asana
Variation and sequence on asana
Body alignment
Benefits and Limitations

Relaxation Practices

Instant Relaxation Technique
Quick Relaxation Technique
Deep Relaxation Technique

Pranayama

Nadi Suddhi
Full Yogic Breathing
Kapalabhati
Simhasana
Sheetali
Seetkari
Bhramari

Mudra

Bandh

Trataka

INTRODUCTION TO YOGA THERAPY

The Pawanmuktasana Series provides a vital part of the yoga program, and is essential for laying a firm foundation in yogic life. 

Theory

Basics of the signs and symptoms of the disease process, and their causes.

ANTI-RHEUMATIC GROUP

Padanguli Naman -Toe bending
Goolf Naman - Ankle bending
Goolf Chakra - Ankle rotation
Goolf Ghoornan - Ankle crank
Janu Naman - Knee bending
Janu Chakra - Knee crank
Adha Titali Asana - Half butterfly
Shroni Chakra - Hip rotation
Poorna Titali Asana - Full butterfly
Mushtika Bandhana - Hand clenching
Manibandha Naman - Wrist bending
Mani bandha Chakra - Wrist joint rotation
Kehuni Naman - Elbow bending
Skandha Chakra - Shoulder socket rotation
Greeva Sanchalana - Neck movements

DIGESTIVE / ABDOMINAL GROUP

Utthanpadasana – Raised Legs pose
Chakra Padasana – Leg rotation
Pada Sanchalanasana – Cycling
Supta Pawanmuktasana – Leg Lock pose
Jhulana Lurhakanasana – Rocking and Rolling
Supta Udarakarshanasana – Sleeping Abdominal stretch
Shava Udarakarshanasana – Universal spinal twist
Naukasana – Boat Pose

SHAKTI BANDHA ASANAS – ENERGY BLOCK POSTURES

Rajju Karshanasana - Pulling the rope
Gatyatmak Meru Vakrasana – Dynamic spinal twist
Chakki Chalanasana – Churning the mill
Nauka sanchalanasana – Rowing the boat
Kashtha Takshanasana – Chopping wood
Namaskarasana – Salutation pose
Vayu Nishkasana – Wind releasing pose
Kawa Chalasana – Crow Walking
Udarakarshanasana – Abdominal stretch pose

Yogic Eye Exercises

TRATAKA

Techniques

The Shatkarmas – Kriyas: yogic cleansing

Purity of the mind is not possible without purity of the body……..theory

Danda dhauti
Hrid dhauti
Jala Neti
Vaman Dhouti (Kunjal)
Laghu Shankaprakshalana
Moola shodhana

Yogic Management of Common Diseases

Arthritis and Rheumatism
Diabetes
Hypertension
Heart Disease
Asthma
Anxiety and Depression
Digestive Disorders
Cancer


Students must complete 100 hours of yoga practice with an approved teacher.

Student must complete a certified CPR course, offered at Kai Yoga Arts.

Students will teach three practice yoga classes, observed by a Kai instructor.

They also will observe three classes.

Students are expected to read and familiarize themselves with the provide
reading material, becoming aware of the fundamental philosophies of Yoga and Ayurveda.

Students will be expected to submit a final essay, chosen from a list of topics or upon approved topic of their choice.

   
 

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