Continuing Education for Teachers
with Certified Anusara® Yoga Teacher, RYT-500 Zhenja La Rosa
Weekend Modules – Spring 2012
At its heart, yoga is an invitation to create and nurture a relationship with ourselves and others as both ordinary, mundane beings and simultaneously as sublime expressions of consciousness. In this teacher training, we will explore the practice and teaching of asana as a full expression of this heart of yoga by using the framework of Tantric puja (ritual practice).
The weekend modules are designed to refine and deepen key teaching skills: verbal and physical adjustments, therapeutics, using Tantric heart themes, and sequencing. In addition, highly-skilled mentors will meet regularly with trainees in small groups to reinforce the skills learned in the training and to further the conversation of yoga.
WEEKEND MODULE SCHEDULE
Module 1: May 11-13 “Refining Verbal and Physical Adjustments”
Module 2: June 1-3 “Teaching with a Tantric Heart”
Module 3: June 29-July 1 “Therapeutics”
Module 4: July 20-22 “Advancing Sequencing”
Daily Schedule: Fridays 5-8 PM, Saturdays and Sundays 9-12 PM and 2:30-5:30 PM
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF EACH MODULE
Module 1: Refining Verbal and Physical Adjustments & Prenatal Yoga – May 11-13
In this module, we will focus on taking the personal wisdom imbibed through your own practice and bringing it forward in ever-more refined verbal cues and physical adjustments. We will practice articulating clear, precise, and powerful verbal instructions for guiding students toward their fullest potential in all classes of poses. We will also practice giving safe, effective, empowering hands-on adjustments to help students experience their fullest potential. In addition, Jennifer Pettit will offer a session on modifications for women at all stages of pregnancy. Guest teacher Jennifer Pettit, www.chandrakalayoga.com
Module 2: Teaching with a Tantric Heart – June 1-3
Steep yourself in the Tantric vision as a foundation for teaching asana as a sacred practice. We will explore key concepts that are at the heart of the Tantra, such as svatantrya (freedom), shri (beneficence), spanda (pulsation), karma and lila and enter into the rich tradition of Indian mythology as a lens through which we can see our common humanity more clearly. Learning to weave the core ideas of the Tantra throughout instruction for asana will be the primary focus of this module. Guest teacher Bernadette Birney, www.bernadettebirney.com
Module 3: Therapeutics – June 29-July 1
Learn an elegant, refined system of alignment for maximizing each individual’s potential for physical expression and healing. As students approach their body’s optimal alignment, they enjoy increased strength and flexibility, as well as an expanded flow of prana, the innate intelligence of the life force within. In this module, we will apply principles of alignment toward addressing common therapeutic concerns including chronic pains and acute injuries of the lower back, hips, hamstrings, knees, shoulders, wrists, and neck.
Module 4: Advancing Sequencing – July 20-22
In this module, learn progressive sequencing techniques for creating classes that guide all levels of students to revelation and advancement in their practice. We will present models for serving students in beginner, advanced and mixed-level classes. In addition, we will offer strategies for building sequences for advancing backbends, hip openers, arm balances and inversions. Guest teacher Sarah Faircloth, www.sarahfaircloth.com
TRAINING LOGISTICS
Prerequisites: To participate in any of the modules individually, you must have completed a minimum of 30 hours of teacher training in any style of yoga.
COST
To RegisterPayment in full is required to register. Please contact staff@virayoga.com
Price Per Module: $350.
