Full Curriculum Outline
Physical Body
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Anatomy & Physiology
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Kinesiology
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Biomechanics
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Physics and Functional Movement
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Assisting
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Modifications & Working with Special Needs
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Asana Clinic
Teaching Modalities
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Vinyasa Yoga
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Hatha Yoga
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Gentle Yoga
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Yin Yoga
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Restorative Yoga
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Ariel Yoga
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Pre & Post-Natal
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Includes learning to sequence each style
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You will learn to create a workshop
Business of Yoga
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Best Practices for Client Interaction – both in studio and during privates
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The ins and outs of being an employee and contractor
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The legal aspect of being a yoga teacher
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Studio Culture & Ethics
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Developing a personal brand as a yoga teacher
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Understanding sales and customer service
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Deciding where you want to teach
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Money and Teaching Yoga
Subtle | Energetic Body
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Pranayama
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Koshas
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Chakras
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Mudras and Mantras
Humanities
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Yamas & Niyama
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The 8 Limbs of Yoga
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Studying the Yoga Sutras
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History of Yoga and Traditional Lineages
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The concept of Karma & Service in the Yoga Industry
Teaching Considerations
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Developing a playlist
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Teaching Yoga from a Trauma-Informed Perspective
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Setting up the space before teaching
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Preparing yourself for class
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Using props
Meditation & Mindfulness
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You will learn the how, why and what of meditation.
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You will learn how to write and lead a body-scan meditation.
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You will learn the principles of Yoga Nidra and how to lead a class.
Professional Development
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You will set your personal and professional goals and write your own unique principles.
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You will develop your “why” around teaching yoga.
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You will develop and set your boundaries as a yoga teacher.
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You will be coached on which style of teaching you prefer and explore opportunities to develop those skills as a professional wellness leader in the industry, developing your personal niche.
Practicum
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You are required to log 12 hours of personal practice each month, a combination of classes (anywhere you choose) and self-practice.
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You will observe 3 classes
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You will shadow teach 2 classes.
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You will lead full practice teach classes with your peers during group sessions.
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You will lead 3 full public classes
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You will give 2 one-on-one privates