“ Lillah's anatomical and physiological knowledge of the human body is impeccable. However, her real strength is in the 30 years of teaching experience which enables her to share the practical hands-on knowledge and teaching skills with the new teachers like myself."
- Haeyoung Grace Kandl, Aruvedic Practitioner (200 hr graduate) |
200-Hour Yoga Alliance Teacher Training Course
Begins February 24th
Do you want to become a yoga teacher? Are you already a teacher and want to deepen your instruction? Or are you a dedicated student who wants to deepen your yoga experience? Learn the wisdom of yoga as an authentic practice, healing art and gift to your community.
Immerse yourself in a 200-Hour course that provides firm ground in the action and alignment principles of Yoga. Gain a wealth of knowledge and challenging practical experience to become the best yoga teacher you can be.
The program meets for 10 three-day weekends in 12 months so that participants may wisely integrate the knowledge they will gain. Learn the foundational skills from effective instructors plus receive ongoing support and mentorship. We recommend you have one or more years of yoga experience, preferably with an instructor, prior to beginning. Professionals in related disciplines such as physical therapy will be considered with 6 months or more of yoga experience.
Dates for 2012:
February 24-26
March 23-25
April 27-29
May 25-27
June 29-July 1
July 27-29
August 24-26
September 21-23
October 19-21
Graduate weekend January 2013
Nov 16-18 Roger Cole as a make-up or additional weekend $228 (20% discount)
$2350 includes manual and $50 non-refundable application fee.
Early Registration enroll before January 31st 2012 and save $100 OR
Enroll with a friend anytime and save $100 each! $2250.
Pay in full $2175 when you register and save $175. There is a 3.5% added to administer payment plan.
Payment Plan Options Available
-10 Month Payment with registration & deposit on or before January 31st 2012
Deposit = $300 then, nine payments of $237 to begin 2/24/12 and paid each month.
3.5% is added to administer payment plan. Final payment - October 19, 2012.
-12 Month Payment with registration & deposit on or before January 31st 2012
Deposit = $300 then, twelve payments of $178 to begin 2/24/12 paid each month.
3.5% is added to administer payment plan. Final payment - January 15, 2013.
- 11 Month Payment/Late Registration with registration & deposit on or after February 1st 2012.
Late registrations accepted until March 23, 2012
First payment = $300 by 2/24/12 then, ten payments of $213 to begin 3/23/2012 and paid each month. 3.5% is added to administer payment plan. Final payment – January 15, 2013.
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A Valuable Opportunity to
FOCUS Your Studies and FIND Your Bliss!
Firm ground in your yoga Practice and Teaching comes from committing to practice for a long time, without interruption and with devotion.
Main goals of Lillah’s Transformation Yoga Teacher Training;
- Gain a solid foundation in pose execution, safety and contraindications, and teaching techniques based on the fundamental principles of alignment.
- Gain an understanding of Yoga philosophy as a lifestyle and continuum
- Upon completion, be prepared to offer effective beginning Yoga classes in your community
Lillah's knowledge and expertise from over 30 years of teaching provide clear guidance and direction to optimize your personal growth, comprehension, and application of yoga. Regardless of which style of yoga you are most fond of, having a solid foundation in alignment, anatomy, physiology and the principles of yoga are a necessity for the safety of your studnets and your success as a teacher. Our graduates are widely respected around the Southeast, and receive a supportive and nurturing education.
Home Study Requirements:
Your 200-hour home studies: Ten hours a week of personal practice and study including the following: a focus on pose mastery, the language of teaching, the development of teaching sequences, reading and study guides, and peer teaching. There will also be exercises in practice teaching and learning how to self evaluate.
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Weekend hours are:
Friday 2 - 5 pm & 6:45 - 9 pm
Saturday 10:30 - 1:30 & 2:30 - 6:30 pm
Sunday 8:30 - 12 noon & 1 - 3:30 pm
2012 Schedule: 200 Hr Teacher Training Certification Program
Nine Weekends in 8 Months.
1. February 24-26~ Fundamentals of Posture & Alignment
The Art of Asana and Pranayama
2. March 23-25 ~ Sequencing Formulas: Actions of the Limbs. Anatomy, Yoga Philosophy & Meditation
3. April 27-29 ~ Primary Pose Actions: Foundations and Safety
4. May 25-27 ~ Building Poses: Progress with Confidence
The Effective Use of Props
5. June 29-July 1~ Language of Teaching : Group Practice
6. July 27-29 ~Adjusting and Adapting Poses, The Ethics of Teaching
7. August 24-26 ~ Teaching Skills: Conducting a Class and Healing our Backs with Yoga TM
8. September 21-23 ~ Anatomy of Movement and Postural Accessment
9. October 19-21 ~ Alignment and the Asymmetric Body. Including Scoliosis.
Graduate January 2013, wknd TBA ~The Art of Teaching: Demonstrations, The Business of Yoga
Make-up weekend: November 16-18 ~ Anatomy and Physiology with Roger Cole, PhD
Open to general students. Cost as a make up or additional weekend.
“ The effect of studying with Lillah is like a gift that extends far beyond the classroom of Lighten Up Yoga. She empowers her students to seek more of what yoga has to offer, has genuine concern for their safety, and sets an example for us thru her dedication and knowledge. She draws the best out of her students leading us to a well grounded personal practice and yoga teaching practice.”
- Mona Flynn, Yoga Teacher, 200 & 500 Hour Graduate
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Course Completion
Upon successful graduation, you will receive a Certificate of Completion
from Lighten Up Yoga and may apply directly to Yoga Alliance for registration at the 200 hour level. You are also invited to continue your studies at Lighten Up to the 500 hr level.
Graduates will be successfully trained in the fundamentals of teaching alignment-based hatha yoga, have a basic understanding of the Iyengar Method, and confidence in their ability to teach. This course is not recognized by or associated with the National Iyengar Association. To become a certified Iyengar teacher requires years of study and practice. Graduates who are interested will be encouraged to grow toward Iyengar Certification with Iyengar Certified teachers.
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