Yoga Teacher Training - Level 1
Power Vinyasa Yoga
Pittsburgh, PA with Sean and Karen
2010 weekend dates:
Feb. 20&21
Mar. 6&7
Mar. 27&28
Apr. 10&11
The Training
The Amazing Yoga Teacher Training Program is one of the most comprehensive and proven training systems in the country. This training will allow you to dive right into teaching yoga. We have seen countless students go on to teach immediately after completing this training. Many have gone on to open their own yoga studios.
The course will focus on: exploring the postures in depth, sequencing, assisting, practice teaching, preparing your classes, and working with different body types. Also, we will discuss anatomy/physiology and how it relates to postures and alignment. It is a system of yoga that has such a strong foundation, that no matter what else you may go on to study or teach, you will have a solid blueprint from which to work.
It is a program that will empower you not just in your teaching, but also in how you choose to live. It is an opportunity to learn how to mold the perfect blend of technical knowledge and radiant spirituality into your teaching style. The focus will be on all aspects of teaching and living the principles of yoga within a contemporary context and language. It is an exclusive opportunity to grow, connect, and contribute to your overall growth as a teacher and/or as a person.
Teaching is simply sharing the knowledge of experience. Our goal as teachers is to cultivate an understanding of yoga and attempt to live that understanding. Let the teaching be our life. Teaching yoga goes beyond the yoga classroom. This training is not about simply parroting information. This training does not support a rigid or dogmatic expression of yoga. This teacher training will transform your life and the lives of others. You will develop the skills to successfully lead a dynamic power vinyasa class. We will cover the fundamental postures and how to sequence the asanas in a fluid manner. This training is for aspiring and experienced teachers or students who want to deepen their practice.
The Amazing Yoga Style
Amazing Yoga is an evolving and dynamic style of yoga that has changed over the years to meet the needs of students. Karen and Sean have trained extensively with Baron Baptiste over the past 10 years. Baron Baptiste’s style is influenced by the hatha yoga teachings of Krishnamacharya and his students Iyengar and Desikachar. We have also trained with many other talented vinyasa yoga teachers throughout the country. Additionally, we incorporate own own teachings and personal style.
The end result is a power vinyasa yoga style that is accessible to almost everyone.
Ultimate Course Goal
Whatever the direction our journey may be, our goal is to create masters by facilitating a well-rounded understanding of yoga and yoga practice through the knowledge of experience. Another goal is to create excitement about and support for our yoga practice which spills out of each one of us to all that we touch, as well as cultivating the art of sharing, teaching, instructing, and giving. We look forward to meeting you. Please keep in mind, that class size is limited. Trainings do sell out. Feel free to approach Sean or Karen anytime, email: programs@amazingyoga.net, or call the Shadyside studio at 412-661-1525.
Required Pre-Reading:
“Journey into Power” Baron Baptiste
Required Post-Reading:
“Amazing Yoga: On & Off the Mat!” Sean and Karen Conley(available Spring 2010)
Logistics:
The training sessions will be held at the South Side Studio.
The training times will be 11:30am-7:30pm on Saturdays, and 11:30am-7:30pm on Sundays.
Tuition:
$1500
Refund Policy: There are no refunds or credits on any payment, partial or full, once course has begun. We will refund 90% of payment if your space is filled by another participant up until one month prior to start of course. By applying to/registering for a program, you agree to comply with these terms.
Application Process - Please Read:
Once you have completed the following application, you will be asked to pay a $300 non-refundable deposit(applied towards tuition). Please note: applications will not be reviewed without a paid deposit. Students will receive a confirmation email confirming your acceptance and payment. Amazing Yoga will contact you within 2 weeks. If you have not heard back from us after 2 weeks please contact the studio.
It’s Time to Make a Difference!
Do you want to inspire others? Are you ready to take your practice to a new level? Join a special group of people who are ready to step out of the comfort zone and make a change in the world.
This is not your ordinary training. This is an opportunity to make real transformative change happen. We have experienced this process and have facilitated it with hundreds of students during the past 10 years.
We invite you to join a group of committed students for some intense time to reflect and learn how the power of yoga can facilitate change for you. To attend the training, you just need to bring an open mind and an adventurous spirit. Expect to have an in-depth yoga experience, which is the place yoga knowledge originates. This training is not just about presenting, memorizing information, or learning the history of yoga. Yoga is an experience. It is the sharing of love! This is an exclusive opportunity for transformative growth. You will hone the skills necessary towards sharing your practice with others! At the end of the training you will feel strong, open, peaceful, and calm.
Teacher Training with Amazing Yoga is an incredible opportunity to gain the ability to transform the lives of people working on physical, mental, and spiritual growth. You will help people live healthier lives. The goal of a yoga teacher is to create a space to allow students to tap into their greatest potential. As Margaret Mead said: “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.”
This training is not for everyone. During this training, much will be asked of you by yourself and your fellow teachers-in-training. The program is a complete immersion into yoga and by giving your all to the program - you will benefit immensely. It is a training using balance: you will learn to blend the right amount of technical knowledge, joy, power, and spirituality into your teaching. We will learn how yoga can permeate into all aspects of our lives and others. Not just on the yoga mat, but off the mat as well.
“Amazing Yoga Teacher training was AMAZING!! I now feel confident to teach a power yoga class. Sean and Karen were very informative and had a well planned curriculum. The whole teacher training package flowed wonderfully. It also helped me to overcome my fear of speaking in front of a group. This training will teach you proper form, class flow, and help you to develop the confidence to become a yoga teacher. I would highly recommend Amazing Yoga to anyone considering teaching or just improving their own yoga practice.”
-Jennifer
"The Amazing Yoga Teacher Training Program transformed my dream of becoming a yoga teacher into reality. The training’s accessible curriculum provided me with skills necessary to be both confident and effective in the classroom, as well as enriched my personal practice. Whether your goal is to share your love of Power Vinyasa Yoga with others or simply deepen your own understanding of asana, this course is the next logical step on your yogic journey."
-Stacey