Your morning asana class will be focused on learning The Ashtanga Primary Series as a foundation for your development as teachers. The first 2 weeks of your course you will be led through the whole series by your lead teacher and you will also be adjusted and corrected by the assistant. When the group is ready, you will transition into the more traditional self practice style of Ashtanga Yoga. The practice is geared towards both experienced Ashtangis and those not so familiar with the series. Self practice is not only an excellent way to work with our students individually, but also great for those with less experience to familiarise themselves with a practice they can safely and confidently perform without guidance upon completion of the course.  

Practice on Tuesdays and Fridays will be Vinyasa flow with a specific aim or theme. For example classes could focus on arm balancing or working towards Hanumanasana. These classes will serve as an excellent example for those that want to develop their teaching in the style of Vinyasa Flow.  

Your morning practice will also be supported by evening workshops which will give us time to break down and discuss different techniques and answer any personal queries you may have. These workshops will include; arm balancing, back bending and transitions. There will also be time for some more restorative practices such as yin yoga to complement your learning experience.  

Within your pranayama and meditation session you will be guided through a range of pranayama (breathing) techniques. By the end of the course we will have developed your own sequence of pranayama techniques that you will be able to self practice and take away with you into the world.  

Breath is our bridge between the mental and physical, the subtle and tangible parts of our being. Pranayama's benefits, when practiced regularly are significant and can transform ones mental clarity and self control.  

We treat pranayama as a meditation on the breath, as a tool to focus our mind and balance our emotional state. During the first week of pranayama, as we slowly guide you through the techniques, we will also use visualization and mindfulness techniques that will help you to focus and build your meditation practice.  

Theory classes will explain the benefits accompanying these breathing and meditation techniques enabling you to practice effectively during guided classes.  

In the adjustments module, you will gain an in-depth understanding of the correct technique for adjusting yoga postures. Hands-on adjustments and assists can be a very powerful tool when done correctly. Our experienced teaching team will share their experiences and techniques with you so that you can approach the subject comfortably and with confidence.

This module starts in the first week giving you time to implement your new skills practically over the course. We schedule each student as the morning practise assistant so that you get real, in class experience with guidance from the lead teacher and feedback from your peers, so by the time you graduate you will be able to confidently give adjustments in your classes.  

The anatomy and alignment module is structured through the Ashtanga Primary Series, working through the alignment and anatomical activity of forward folds, twists, backbends and the rest! This module opens up the internal workings of the body and allows students to gain a deeper understanding into function and purpose. Rather than being occupied with how a posture looks we want you to gain the wisdom of how the postures functions in your own body and in the bodies of others, there’s no one size fits all! This class is also an excellent opportunity to explore your own practice and learn the suitable modifications for your own body and others.

This module will also help you to retain the sanskrit names of the postures and the order of the primary series so that you have a refined and intergrated ashtanga self-practice.

For those that are interested in developing their understanding of Vinyasa Flow yoga, there will be a workshop dedicated to postures that appear outside of the Ashtanga Primary Series so you get a well rounded knowledge of all the asana types.

This module is separated into two halves; the first half concentrates on teaching the Ashtanga Primary series, focusing on the more foundational and traditional aspects of asana, such as learning the correct Sanskrit names, rhythm of breath count, correct order and the opening and closing mantras. The fantastic thing about this course is because of the small groups we can work with your individual level and expectations. For example, if you're a teacher with lots of experience you may want to focus on teaching the whole of the series. If you are a little less familiar with Ashtanga we can prepare you to teach half primary; to Navasana and closing. This will form a strong practical basis for the next module.  

Vinyasa Flow and Creative Sequencing will be the focus in the second half of your course. We will ask you to prepare a 60-90 minute flow class or workshop. The classes leading up to this assessment will focus on topics such as theme, intention, transitions, peak postures, structure and energetics. If you are new to teaching Vinyasa Flow you will gain the tools to become a proficient and confident flow teacher. If you are an experienced flow teacher we will provide you with new options, breaking old habits, inspiring new patterns, allowing you to make strong choices about what you have to give as a teacher.  

We encourage all our students to develop their own style and creativity in order that they find their own unique voice.   

These classes will center around The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. We will pick key sutras from the first 3 chapters to use as initiators for debate and discussion. We will explore both contemporary and traditional interpretations in order to reach our own conclusions.  

The relatively modern Ashtanga Vinyasa system as we understand it today will be compared to the more ancient system of Patanjali's Ashtanga Yoga, their differences and similarities will be discussed so we can come to a deeper understanding of what it is to be a responsible and aware yoga teacher in the modern world. 

There will also be a small Ayurveda module during the training. These classes are a great introduction to the vast science of Ayurveda and gives you a taste of some of the routines and rituals you can incorporate into your life on and off the mat to find even more balance for yourself and your students.

Our pre-distance learning module comprises of 30 hrs of guided preparation for your course. It gives us an idea of your background and gives you a strong basis to begin your training with.

All materials for this will be sent via e-mail after deposit confirmation. Distance learning is a compulsory module and must be completed before your course start date, without exception.  

The distance learning module, when undertaken properly, really allows students to absorb much more information and make the most of their time with us.

• 28 nights of accommodation

• All meals and refreshments

• School Bag with Manual and Cheat Sheet

• Yoga Alliance Certification on successful completion

• Use of all yoga equipment

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