A Message From Nicole…….
This path is not easy but is worthwhile. I often say that I’ve never grown being comfortable and the greatest change in my life came from learning to be uncomfortable. Teacher Training is a beautiful experience and can be life changing (it was for me) and many will go into it with certain expectations and ideas and the outcome is greater than you can fathom. I recommend an open mind with gentle expectations for yourself and for me. Allow your journey to unfold as you learn and grow. Some join yoga teacher training to deepen their practice, some to teach, and many for both. Be patient, kind, and excited. No matter what you will leave the training equipped to teach if you desire. My ultimate goal is for you to deepen your knowledge with this wonderful practice and to allow it to evolve you as a practitioner a teacher, and a human. I hope you’ll join me in this journey.
Schedule: February - November 2025 - Dates coming!
Friday 530pm-830pm, Saturday 8am-430pm, & Sunday 830am-5pm *(1 hour lunch)
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Our 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training will include (but is not limited to):
Asana Module
Explore popular asanas (poses) found in a variety of style of classes. Details for each pose will be discussed and practiced, including: safe physical alignment, use of breath, drishti (focus), physical/energetic benefits and common variations.
Sun Salutations: Understand the purpose of the sequence, including alignment and breathing.
Standing Poses: Explore and break down traditional poses.
Backbends: Implement safe progression for backbends with/without props.
Twists & Floorwork: Poses that are either seated, prone, or supine on the floor.
Inversions & Arm Balancing: Learn to safely break down and teach steps to empower all clients while creating a safe and accessible environment.
Anatomy Module
Understand the basics of functional anatomy and how to apply this knowledge to asana. Topics include:
Nervous & Respiratory systems
Major bones
Joints
Muscles
Types of contraction
Bhandas
Chakras
Incorporating Props and Adjustments Module
Props are often under utilized in teaching. Knowing how to properly offer tools such as blocks, blankets, straps, and bolsters can create a more accessible experience to your client. Learn how to safely adjust students, draw boundaries for yourself/them, and discuss when to step in and how.
Meditation and Pranayama Module
There are many forms of meditation and not all will speak to you. From breath work, visualization, and/or movement, find what helps you ground and focus more. Learn to incorporate breath work into your day to day life and the benefits of different types of pranayama.
Philosophical Roots Module
We’ll study the history of “yoga” and how it’s evolved over the years. Explore the yoga sutras and 8 limbs of yoga as our guidelines of living a purposeful and meaningful life on and off the mat.
Teaching & The Business of Yoga Module
A Personal yoga practice is an intimate experience and the ability to guide others through a well rounded yoga class is a new skill to learn. In our program you will have a significant amount of time practice teaching to build a strong foundation in sequencing, develop your voice, style, and confidence as an instructor. Too often teachers go through programs and don’t walk away with the confidence to step into a teaching role if they desire to.
Explore and discuss the ethical side of yoga - on and off the mat.
You have your 200 hour, what’s next? Learn the next steps in building your business, resume, connecting, and applying. How a teacher connects with a possible place of employment can make or break whether they’re offered an audition. Set yourself up with success. You can be an incredible teacher and miss the opportunity to teach based on your interactions.
Additional Topics
Ayurvedic Lifestyle: Learn the basics about dosha types - vata, pitta, and kapha. Discover your constitution based on body type, personality, and sensitivities.
Pre & Postnatal Yoga: Understanding how to support the expectant woman with basic pre- & the new mother with post-natal yoga information.
Yin Yoga: Review the practice and theory of Yin Yoga, while “yang” yoga focuses on your muscles, yin yoga targets your deep connective tissues, like your fascia, ligaments, joints, and bones.
Graduation Requirments
Attendance: The student must successfully attend the minimum 180 training hours.
Assignments: The student must complete all written assignments/practicums.
Yoga Classes: The student must attend 10 public yoga classes and submit a reflection on each experience.
Final Practicum Requirements: The student must pass the final practicum and successfully teach a full 60 Minute Vinyasa Flow class.