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Yoga Teacher Training

Essential Yoga Teacher Training
with Hart Lazer
Assisted by Donna Read & Len Blum

May 2010 – July 2011
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Inspired in the Kripalu tradition
with Kelly McGrath

February 2010 - March 2011
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Essential Yoga Teacher Training
with Hart Lazer
Assisted by Donna Read & Len Blum


200-Hour Professional Certification Program
10 weekend Intensives: May 2010 – July 2011

A unique opportunity to study and practice intensely with experienced and knowledgeable yoga teachers.

This training is designed for students and teachers of all traditions who teach or who are interested in teaching groups of all levels. It is also for students and teachers who wish to take their own practice to a new level to deepen their understanding of Yoga.

During this training you will receive a basic, beginner teacher training with the following components:

  • Detailed examination and analysis of 40 yoga postures.
  • Learn how to accurately practice and teach asana by breaking down the poses into component parts along with proper usage of props.
  • Develop and maintain a self-nourishing personal practice.
  • Explore how to wisely, safely adapt poses for different body types and different levels of flexibility, strength, injury, age and understanding.

    • Study skills that create good foundation for an effective teacher:
  • basic teaching skills
  • effective verbal communication
  • proper demonstration skills
  • observing, correcting, adjusting
  • classroom management
  • Basic art of sequencing and hands on adjusting


    • The above will be taught through various methods including:
  • Small group work and peer teaching
  • Regular homework assignments
  • Test both theory and practical
  • Developing a meditation practice
  • In depth self exploration

    • We will, as a group, design practices for all major categories of poses each month. Participants will practice a set sequence of poses each month to enhance their familiarity with both the basics of the poses from a teaching point of view as well as refinements meant for their own development.

    Basic anatomy regarding postures will be included.

    Syllabus of Postures: those from the Ashtanga primary series excluding marichyasana B and D, Supta Kurmasana, Bhujapidasana and Setubhandasana.

    It will also include Restorative postures and the Big Six.

    SCHEDULE
    10 weekend intensives:

    Friday’s 5:30pm - 9:30pm
    Saturday’s 9:00am - 5:00pm
    Sunday's 9:00am – 5:00pm

    * Above is an example of a weekend schedule. Occassionally, times may vary.

    1. May 21-23, 2010
    2. July 9-11, 2010
    3. September 18-20, 2010
    4. October 29-31, 2010
    5. December 10-12, 2010    		 6. January 28-30, 2011
    7. February 26-27, 2011
    8. April 15-17, 2011
    9. May 27-29, 2011
    10. July 15-17, 2011

    · Dates and times are subject to change

    TUITION FEE
  • $2000.00 plus tax, paid in full by April1st, 2010
  • $2400.00 plus tax, paid after April 1st, 2010
  • Payment plan is available


    • ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
  • This training is for anyone who desires to study and learn not only asana but also the yogic philosophy to then better serve your students and also develop a better understanding of your own personal practice.
  • A regular yoga practice of at least 12 months (2-3 times a week) is recommended.

    • APPLICATION FORM: email Donna Read unitedyogamontreal@gmail.com, www.unitedyogamontreal.com,, or pick up at United Yoga Montreal.

    LOCATION: UNITED YOGA MONTREAL, 451 Saint Catherine O,
    suite 203, Montreal, Quebec, Canada. 514-849-7100

    INFORMATION: contact Donna Read: unitedyogamontreal@gmail.com, 514-849-7100.





    Yoga Teacher Training with Kelly McGrath
    Inspired in the Kripalu Tradition

    250-hour professional certification program
    12 Weekends: February 2010 – March 2011

    This 250-hour professional certification program is a great launching pad to begin teaching yoga, and a fantastic way to deepen your personal practice. You will gain the confidence and technical skills you need to create inspiring, joyful and safe classes, that will truly touch the hearts and lives of others.

    The program draws its inspiration from the Kripalu Yoga tradition and interweaves the rich teachings of Buddhist meditation. It is designed in 12 weekend intensives, with a small class size. This format will give you time to integrate the material and gain a supportive Sangha (community) with your peers and teachers.

    During this training you will

  • Gain a deep knowledge of alignment principles in asanas
  • Learn to see and understand body structure and movement
  • Learn Injury Prevention
  • Gain precise language to compassionately communicate with your students
  • Work with approaches to assisting students in asana, including hands-on techniques and demonstrations
  • Learn introductory anatomy for yoga
  • Have opportunities to practice teaching in a supervised environment
  • Learn the Kripalu methodology for designing well-rounded classes, including centering, pranayama, warm-ups, asana, relaxation, loving-kindness meditation and chanting
  • Experience the art of sequencing safe and inspiring classes
  • Learn how to create themes for your classes
  • Be introduced to yogic history and the teachings of Swami Kripalu
  • Learn how to teach beginner, gentle and mixed level classes
  • Discover how the rich philosophy of yoga relates to our daily lives
  • Learn how to teach students to develop mindfulness, loving-kindness, compassion, joy and equanimity

    • DIRECTOR OF YTT

    Kelly McGrath, co-owner of United Yoga Montreal, is a certified and experienced Kripalu Yoga Instructor. Born and raised in Nova Scotia, Kelly has been practicing yoga consistently for more than 20 years, and teaching full time for more than 10 years. Kelly is a compassionate and knowledgeable teacher, whose classes are challenging, safe and infused with spirit to uplift the heart. She is known for her understanding of anatomical detail, creative asana sequencing, yoga for a healthy menstrual cycle, restorative yoga, and inspiring thematic talks on yoga and meditation.

    Kelly is also dedicated to maintaining a regular Buddhist meditation practice. Over the years, Kelly has discovered that integrating Yoga and Buddhist meditation has provided a beautiful opportunity to experience steady presence, openness, health, joy and insight.′

    “Kelly McGrath has a contagious enthusiasm for learning that inspires students to make a deeper commitment to their Yoga practice. Her warmth and sincerity shines through in everything that she does.&rdquo
    ~ Donna Farhi, author of Teaching Yoga: Exploring the Teacher-Student Relationship

    SCHEDULE

    12 Weekend Intensive Program Sessions, 16.5 hrs. each

    Friday’s: 6:30pm-9:00pm (2.5hr)
    Saturday’s: 8:30am-12:00pm & 1:30pm-5:00pm (7hr)
    Sunday’s: 8:30am–12:00pm & 1:30pm-5:00pm (7hr)

    1. February 5, 6, 7, 2010
    2. March 5, 6, 7, 2010
    3. April 9, 10, 11, 2010
    4. May 7, 8, 9, 2010
    5. June 11, 12, 13, 2010
    6. July 16, 17, 18, 2010    		 7. September 10, 11, 12, 2010
    8. October 15, 16, 17, 2010
    9. November 12, 13, 14, 2010
    10. January 7, 8, 9, 2011
    11. February 4, 5, 6, 2011
    12. March 4, 5, 6, 201


    * Times and schedule are subject to change.

    Fees

    Application Fee: $200.00 + tax= $225.75, paid when you hand in your form.
    PLUS:

    Tuition:
  • $2400 + tax= $2709.00 paid in full by January 8th, 2010.
  • $2800 + tax= $3160.50, paid after January8th, 2010.
  • Payment plan: $500 deposit, plus 9 post-dated cheques of $295.61. Contact us to receive dates of installments.

    • ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  • At least two years of consistent yoga practice with an experienced yoga teacher.
  • A letter of recommendation from your teacher.
  • Completed application form.
  • Attend 4 classes with Kelly McGrath by January 15th, 2010. These classes provide you and Kelly with an opportunity to determine whether this course is right for you. Applicants living outside the greater Montreal will be given special consideration.
  • $200.00 application fee.

    • Location: UNITED YOGA MONTREAL, 451 Saint Catherine O, suite 203,
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada. 514-849-7100

    Application form: email: Kelly@joyofyoga.net, www.joyofyoga.net, or pick up at United Yoga Montreal.


    Yoga Teacher Training with Hart Lazer

    March 2009-May 2010

    United Yoga Montreal brings you a full 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training (Yoga Alliance registered) taught by Hart Lazer, Donna Read, Po, and Len Blum at United Yoga Montreal

    A unique opportunity to study and practice intensely with experienced and knowledgeable yoga teachers.

    This training is designed for students and teachers of all traditions who teach or who are interested in teaching groups of all levels. It is also for students and teachers who wish to take their own practice to a new level to deepen their understanding of Yoga. In this training, learn and gain greater knowledge in physiology, anatomy and biomechanics of the postures with emphasis on alignment, imbalances in the body, learning to give safe adjustments and much, much more.

    Here are some of the subjects that we will be studying:

  • Yoga as a tool for self-transformation
  • Organizing, establishing and sequencing yoga postures for home practice.
  • Teaching skills: (Surya Namaskar and Standing poses).
  • Grounding the femurs
  • Forward bends
  • Growing the lotus
  • The art of backbends.
  • Twists
  • Inversions and Restoratives.
  • Teaching skills and adjustments.
  • How to use props properly.
  • Working with the 5 levels of practice.
  • Beginner pranayama and meditation work.
  • Yoga philosophy and much, much, more...


    • Pre-requesites:
  • Small group work and peer teaching
  • Regular homework assignments
  • Test both theory and practical
  • Developing a meditation practice
  • In depth self exploration
    		•  Materials supplied:
  • All yoga props available at the studio (except yoga mats).
  • Certificate of completion
  • Yoga Alliance registered at the 200 hour level. Materials to bring:
  • Your own yoga mat
  • Notebook and pen
  • Comfortable clothing
  • Snacks
    		•


    Schedule
  • March 6-7, 2009
  • May 15 - 17, 2009
  • July 24 - 26, 2009
  • Sept 18 - 20, 2009
  • Nov 20 - 22, 2009
  • Jan 22-24, 2010
  • Feb 19 - 21, 2010
  • Mar 19-21, 2010
  • Apr 23 - 25, 2010
  • May 28 - 20, 2010
    		•  Schedule example:

    Each session consists of a guided asana practice, group study sessions, exploration and teaching exercises...

  • Friday: 5h30pm - 9h30pm
  • Saturday 8h-5pm
  • Sunday 7-3pm

    • *** times are subject to change which means you may start earlier on some days and/or finish later on others. You may also be asked to do work on your lunch hour which also means less hours in class room. Just keep in mind that this schedule is not set in stone. ***


    Registration fees:
  • $2000.00 plus tax, paid in full by April1st, 2010
  • $2400.00 plus tax, paid after April 1st, 2010
  • Payment plan is available


    • ***In case a participant decides to quit for some reason... There will be no refunds, no transfers and no exchanges. ***

    Payment methods:
    By personal cheque made out to: United Yoga Montreal
    By credit card (Visa, MC) paid directly at United Yoga Montreal.
    By Interac paid directly at United Yoga Montreal
    ***This training will open with a minimum of 15 participants. ***
    451 Sainte-Catherine Street West, suite 203  Montreal, Quebec  514-849-7100  unitedyogamontreal.com
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