“Deep Yoga 300-Hour Teacher Training Course Certification.

In this course we will cover:

• Advance Yoga Poses and the psychology behind them
• Advanced Pranayama, Mudra, Bandha and Kriya
• Modern Anatomy and Physiology and how they relate to classical yogic practices
• The Science of Vinyasa
• The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, the Upanishads, and the Bhagavad Gita
• Various meditation practices and their effect on each aspect of the individual

Our 300-hour advance Yoga Teacher Training Course is an advanced course specifically designed for those who want to deepen and refine their understanding of the yogic concepts from both a scientific and psychological perspective.

We believe that effective teachers not only possess deep personal experience and understanding, but are also equipped with good teaching methodology and professional ethics.

Therefore, you will not only learn and practice the fundamental concepts of yogic practices, but also how to teach them.

Pre-Requisites 

You must have completed a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training course with us or any Yoga Alliance accredited school.

The Significance and Application of Philosophy in Daily Life

The wisdom of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, the Bhagavad Gita and the Upanishads is timeless. We will discuss the core principles of these teachings and how they are relevant to us individually and collectively.

You will gain a more solid understanding of Eastern philosophy and its application in daily life.

Realization of Intellectual, Emotional and Human Evolution through Meditation

Because meditation is something to be experienced and not studied, a significant part of our course is dedicated to the practice of meditation. We will explore various meditation techniques and see how meditation affects our mental and emotional layers, and how meditation can facilitate healing.

With firsthand experience and understanding of meditation, you will be better equipped to integrate meditation into your teaching and guide your students in their meditation practices.

The Psychology of the Yogic System

The yogic system was created out of careful observation of the human body, its holistic functions and its relationship with itself and its surroundings. It is a system which can be used to bring tremendous benefit, but if used incorrectly, can cause negative side effects.

By understanding the inter-relatedness of each aspect of the yogic system, you will be able to create classes which positively benefit your students’ well-being.

Asanas

The advance  yoga poses will be theoretically and practically examined from a physical and energetic perspective. You will learn to do and teach advance poses with correct alignment and how to provide your students with the necessary modifications with and without props.

Teaching Methodology and Ethics

As a teacher you need to be able to effectively and efficiently get your point across to your students, while maintaining a professional relationship which provides an environment of trust and comfort which encourages maximum learning and growth.

You will learn the basic methods of teaching both in a group and individual setting.

Yoga for Health

There are various conditions which can benefit from yoga, but we will focus on the more common conditions:

1. Back pain
2. Shoulder pain
3. Neck pain
4. Sciatica
5. High blood pressure
6. Diabetes
7. Menstrual disorders
8. Depression
9. Anxiety

Anatomy and Physiology

The very first layer of the body is the physical layer. Proper understanding of the functionality of the body and how to adapt the yoga poses according to each individual’s unique physicality is a crucial element every yogi and yoga teacher should have.

We will examine these physical structures and functions of the body:

1. The musculoskeletal system
2. The respiratory system
3. The digestive system
4. The endocrine system

At the end of this module, we will also look at the various dis-eases of the body which can be alleviated through yogic practices. You will be able to see the yoga poses from an anatomical and physiological point of view, so that you will be able to prevent injuries and negative side effects in your students.

Pranayama

The breath is a very delicate matter.

We will discuss the benefits and contraindications of and put into practice these advanced breathing techniques:

Through personal experience with these techniques as well as guidance from our trainers and observing your fellow course mates, you will be more able to instruct your students in the future.

Mudra, Bandha, Kriya

We will examine the benefits, contraindications and application of:

Mudras

1. Adhara (Perineal)
2. Hasta (Hand)
3. Mana (Head)
4. Kaya (Postural)

Bandhas

1. Moola Bandha (Root Lock)
2. Uddiyana Bandha (Abdominal Lock)
3. Jalandhara Bandha (Chin Lock)
4. Maha Bandha (Great Lock)

Kriya

1. Trataka (Candle-Gazing)
2. Nauli (Internal Cleansing)

The Science of Vinyasa –

The sequencing of a vinyasa class is a science, because certain poses are complementary to each other and others are not. A class sequence also depends on the theme of the class. You will learn the rules of vinyasa sequencing and other aspects to consider while planning a sequence.