Up Coming 200hr and 300hr Teacher Training Programs

 

200 hr Yoga Alliance certified Teacher Training Program

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“The Laughing River Yoga Teacher Training Program is the best thing I ever did for myself.”- Lisa G., 2013

“One of the most challenging and rewarding experiences of my life.  I wish I could do it all over again.”- Liz W., 2013

The next 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training with Sofi Dillof and Emily Garrett will take place September 2014 through May 2015.  This training is geared towards aspiring teachers as well as serious practitioners who do not expect to teach but wish to deepen their understanding of all aspects of yoga.  Come study what you love in a safe, supportive and dynamic environment.

Our philosophy: Emily and Sofi believe that in order to authentically connect with students, a teacher must be able to first authentically connect with them self.  Our teacher training will encourage and support you in doing the work necessary to deepen your understanding of who you are. You will use traditional yogic techniques, journaling and group discussion to explore yourself in a skillful and compassionate way.  

What will be covered:

- Analytical training in how to teach and practice asanas, pranayamas, chanting, mantra and meditation.

- How to demonstrate, observe, assist and instruct yoga.

- Qualities of a yoga teacher

- Anatomy and physiology

- Yoga philosophy

Through this process, you will learn how to safely guide others through a complete yoga practice.  You can expect to work hard and go deep.

About the teachers: Collectively, Sofi and Emily bring 30 years experience teaching yoga to groups and individuals.  Sofi teaches Jivamukti, Vinyasa and LifeForce yoga.  She has made it her life’s work to study and practice yoga philosophy.  Emily teaches Kripalu, Vajra, Vinyasa, Yin and Restorative Yoga. Her classes emphasize alignment and self awareness. Sofi and Emily have developed a comprehensive teacher training that includes an understanding of the physical, emotional, energetic, and psychological benefits of yoga and meditation along with the tools to guide others through a safe and well rounded Hatha yoga class.

Dates: The nine month program includes one weekend of intensive classes a month plus 35 weekly drop-in classes with Sofi, Emily and/or Julia at the studio, home study and one day retreat.  If you miss one weekend you are still eligible for certification.  If you miss two weekends you will need to make up one of them in order to be eligible for certification.  If you miss more than two weekends we cannot guarantee certification.

The weekend session consists of Friday evening 7-9, Saturday 12-6 and Sunday 9-3.

The dates for 2014/2015 are September 19-21, October 17-19, November 14-16, December 12-14, January 9-11, February 6-8, March 20-22, April 17-19, and May 15-17.

Pre-requisites: This training is open to all sincere, serious students of yoga who want to take it to the next level.  We recommend a daily home yoga practice of at least 20 minutes and at least one group class a week with a teacher of your choice for at least six months leading up to the training.   This will set a strong foundation for the group, generate questions about practice, and inspire you to learn more.

Required reading: Yamas and Niyamas by Deborah Adele, Teaching Yoga: Essential Foundation and Techniques by Mark Stephens, and Yoga Anatomy by Leslie Kaminoff

Highly Recommended Reading: The Bhagavad Gita commentary by Stephen Mitchell or Yogiraj Prem Prakash, The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali commentary by Swami Satchidinanda

Monthly Responsibilities: Journal writing, reading/writing assignments, practice teach in small groups outside the teacher training weekends, class observation, weekly class attendance with Emily, Sofi and Julia (class fee included as part of the teacher training tuition) at Laughing River, personal yoga and meditation practice.

To register: Cost is $2500. Register Here. To save your spot please mail, drop off, or pay online a $500 deposit to Laughing River Yoga, One Mill St. Suite 126, Burlington, VT 05401. Balance due prior to the start of the training. VSAC offers non-degree grants for this training.

Find out more in person:  We are hosting an informational meeting for those interested in the teacher training on Saturday February 15 from 2-3:30 pm. Come and ask questions and meet others who are also interested.

Cancellation policy:  More than three months prior you receive your deposit minus a $75 processing fee.  Three months prior you receive 50% of your deposit back.  Two months prior you receive 25% of your deposit back.  Less than one month prior there will be no return on your deposit. If you decide to withdraw from the training after it has begun your money will not be refunded.

300 Hour Teacher Training

The 300 hour teacher training is designed for students who are already certified at the 200 hr level.  It includes eight weekend intensives, mentoring with Sofi and Emily, independent study, and taking and assisting classes at the studio.   In addition to Sofi and Emily, the faculty includes Will Duprey, Jill Satterfield, Kreg Weiss and others.

The training includes three parts:

Part I Teaching From Your Center: Fine tune group class teaching skills

Part I requires that you teach a six week yoga series.  If you are already teaching a weekly yoga class this will suffice.  Within a small group and with Sofi and Emily as mentors we will meet monthly and discuss the observations, questions, joys and challenges that arise during your teaching.  Sofi and Emily believe that having a mentor while you are teaching is an invaluable tool towards growth.  The weekend intensives for Part I are:

January 23-25 Finding Your Center with Emily and Sofi

February 13-15 Advancing Your Understanding of Asana with Kreg Weiss

April 10-12 Advanced Pranayama with Will Duprey

Part II Working One on One: Therapeutic Yoga

We will be using the same mentoring structure yet in Part II you will be asked to teach four private therapeutic yoga sessions.  We will prepare you for teaching one on one through our weekend intensives and meet in mentoring groups to discuss the observations, questions, joys and challenges that arise.  The weekend intensives for Part II are:

May 1-3 Incorporating the Energetic Body into Teaching with Emily and Sofi

June 5-7 Yoga Therapy and Teaching Meditation with Jill Satterfield

July 10-12 Teaching Yin Yoga and One on Ones with Emily and Sofi

Part III Philosophy and Delivery: Theming Classes and Communicating your Message

In Part III you will be asked to study a text that inspires you  and create a 20 minute talk that illuminates a teaching of the text. You will also be responsible for creating a class themed around your talk. We will practice and discuss speaking with confidence, theming classes, creating a message that relates to your students, and using stories to engage your audience. The weekend intensives for Part III:

September 18-19 Weaving Yogic Philosophy into your Classes with Sofi and Emily

December 4-6 Final Presentations

*You will also be required to have meetings in smaller groups with your mentor throughout the training.

*The weekend session consists of Friday evening 7-9, Saturday 12-6 and Sunday 9-3.

*These dates and topics are subject to change.

In addition you will be required to attend 46 classes at the studio.  These classes are included in the tuition and include:

35  drop-in classes (preferably one a week)

6 In class privates (3 classes giving, 3 classes receiving)

5 classes where you assist

The cost of the 300 hr training is $3100.  REGISTRATION IS LIMITED TO 20 PEOPLE.  In order to register you must make a deposit of $600.  If you register before September 30, 2014 you will receive $150 off.  REGISTER HERE. Payment plans are available.  Please contact us directly for inquiries.

Cancellation policy:  More than three months prior you receive your deposit minus a $75 processing fee.  Three months prior you receive 50% of your deposit back.  Two months prior you receive 25% of your deposit back.  Less than one month prior there will be no return on your deposit. If you decide to withdraw from the training after it has begun your money will not be refunded.