Techniques, Training & Practice: 100 Hours

This portion of the curriculum will teach you about asana, pranayama, kriya, chanting, mantra, meditation, along with other traditional yoga techniques. Here, you will receive analytical training in how to teach and practice these techniques, along with experiencing the guided practice of these techniques themselves.

With 25 extra hours beyond the 75 hours that are required by the Canadian Yoga Alliance, you will be bound to enjoy the immersive experience of the techniques, training and practice.

Anatomy, Physiology & Biomechanics: 30 Hours

An understanding of anatomy, physiology and biomechanics is key in instructing asana safely.

Here you will learn about the human physical anatomy and physiology. To learn how anatomy and physiology principles relate to yoga philosophy, you will also learn about energetic anatomy and physiology principles, such as chakras, nadis, prana, etc.

Finally, you will then apply your knowledge of anatomy and physiology to the practice of yoga. Here you will study biomechanics and movement mechanics, where you will explore the benefits, contraindications and healthy movement patterns of yoga asana.

Yoga Humanities: 45 Hours

Yoga humanities will provide an understanding of yoga philosophy, yogic lifestyle and ethics.

Topics in this category include:

• The study of yoga philosophies and traditional texts: Yoga Sutras & The Bhagavad Gita

• Yoga Lifestyle, such as the concepts of dharma and karma. You will also learn about the moral and ethical blueprint of yoga practitioners, known as Yama & Niyama

• Ethics for yoga teachers, where you will learn about student-teacher relationships and how to cultivate community in a safe, non-judgemental and harmonious way.

• The understanding of “Seva,” (being in service to others) by learning about the the value of teaching yoga as a service and being of service to others through yoga.

We believe philosophy creates an important understanding with how one can live their yoga. Our yoga philosophy module is a beautiful initiation into the wealth of knowledge that exists in this world about yoga. Hence, we are offering 15 extra hours beyond the 30 hours that are required by the Canadian Yoga Alliance, which is unique to our program.

Teaching Methodology & Professional Development: 30 Hours

Our Teaching Methodology category offers an overview and breakdown of various methods of teaching to help you gain your own voice as a teacher. Topics in this category could include:

• Communication skills such as group dynamics, time management, and the establishment of priorities and boundaries.

• How to address the specific needs of individuals and special populations, to the degree possible in a group setting.

• Trauma-informed teaching methods

• Fundamentals of demonstration, observation, assisting and correcting.

• Learning Modalities: Learn about your dominant style of teaching, and how to teach based on the learning style of your students.

• Use of Language and Voice: study the use of active vs. passive language and the effective use of each; how to communicate positively and consciously.

• Qualities of a teacher

• Business aspects of teaching yoga, such as marketing, accounting, administration and legal.

Practicum & Practice Teaching - 25 hours

Each trainee must teach a 60-minute all-levels class to their peers in order to graduate from the program. Each student will be prepared for teaching a 60-minute class through the below:

• Practice teaching with mentorship from faculty members.

• Learning how to receive and give feedback with compassion.

• Observation of your teacher’s or peer’s teaching through participation in group classes.

Extra Module: Introduction to Ayurveda

Ayurveda is often perceived as alternative medicine, however it’s far more than that. Ayurveda is a system of mind-body-spirit healing that has won the test of time as it is over 5000 years old. Ayurvedic medicine is based on the knowledge that our world and everything that exists within this world is consists of 5 elements: earth; water; fire; air; space. We all have a different consistency of each element which contributes to our state of being, also known as our “dosha.” There are three doshas: Vatta; Pitta; and Kapha. Knowing and understanding your current dosha and how your dosha can change, is the driving force behind living in an optimal state of balanced, natural health.

Total Hours = 230 Hours*

(*30 hours more than the standard educational requirements of 200 Hours set by the Canadian Yoga Alliance)

Begin your journey now

SECURE YOUR SPOT NOW

$500 deposit must be paid online to Jai Yoga Studio through credit card. This fee is non-refundable. Once the deposit is paid, our staff member will be in touch with you within 1-2 business days to proceed with your application.

I’d like more information first

Book a FREE 1-on-1 exploration call with one of our faculty members to see if our YTT program is the right fit for you.