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Teacher Training Program
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Welcome to the Dragonfly Yoga Teacher Training Program presented by RIVER ROCK YOGA and DRAGONFLY YOGA STUDIES. This extensive 500 hour certification program is specifically designed to provide a rich environment for learning. Within this training you will discover a strong foundation for acquiring knowledge, utilizing teaching methods, experiencing asana, and consitently applying the principles of the eight-limb path. You will meet the opportunity to deepen both your asana practice, and the practice of yoga in your daily life. This program prepares you to instruct Level 1 (beginner) and Level 2 (intermediate) classes. Successful completion will qualify you as an applicant for RYT 200 status with Yoga Alliance.
Requirements for Admission
1. Two letters of reference (one yoga related letter) are required before
training begins.
2. Each application will be evaluated on an individual basis.
3. Knowledge of the poses, and average physical stamina necessary for
integration of information.
4. A minimum of 18 months of regular practice and public study is needed.
5. It is not required that you desire to become a teacher through this
program. Any student looking for a deeper motivation to learn and grow in
their practice is a welcome addition to the group.
6. Upon entering the program, you must participate in a weekly asana
class with Laura or Moira. There are no exceptions here, unless you live outside the
county. If you do, you must take a weekly class with a qualified instructor.
7. You must attend all dates and trainings.
Reference Letter Guide
Requirements for Reference Letter should include the following information.
1. Number of years acquainted with applicant.
2. Relationship to applicant.
3. Yoga related background of writer.
4. Brief statement of why this applicant would be an asset to the program
and its participants.
Practice Requirements
You will be encouraged to practice yoga on a daily basis. Your Asana,
Pranayama, and attention to the Yamas and Niyamas will be a pivotal part of
your ability to assimilate this information on a kinetic level.
Along with a daily practice, and a weekly public class, you will observe or
assist a class once a month with a qualified teacher.
Homework and Reading Assignments
Homework assignments will be provided and must be turned in at the following
month’s training. It will need to be neatly typed (or handwritten) on blank
white paper. Included with each assignment will be a page with a heading
outline containing School Name, Program, Lesson Number, and Your Name. Any
additional pages will need to be headed with the same information. Staple
all multiple pages together. Reading Assignments will take place at your
leisure, outside of the class time frame.
Please retain your own copy of each assignment, before you turn in your
papers. These homework assignments are a large part of your qualifications
for certification and proof of your involvement in the RRY Teacher Training
Program. Any missed homework will be considered incomplete and may delay
your final paperwork.
Requirements for Certification
1. Attendance of all dates and trainings
2. Attendance of weekly public classes
3. Observation or assistance in a public class, once a month (with
permission from your instructor)
4. Completion of all homework assignments in a timely manner
5. Completion of final evaluation at the end of the program year
Documentation of all participation as a student and teacher is very helpful
to YA in determining your individual commitment. Keeping a clear record of
any classes, workshops, retreats, etc, will strongly help your evaluation
process.
Cost and Enrollment of Program
Please include a non-refundable $200 deposit with your application. Formal
registration will be accepted after July 1, 2008. This deposit will be
applied to your tuition. This deposit will be waived for tuition paid in
full by August 22, 2008 ($2300). Total cost for the program after August 22,
2008 ($2500). Tuition paid in 3 installments with deposit is $2600. No
penalty for early payment. Installment schedule is on an eight-week
rotation.
Installment one $850 Due First Day of Training in October
Installment two $775 Due December 1st mail in
Installment three $775 Due February 1st mail in
The reading material cost is not a part of tuition. Plan the purchase of one
(occasionally two) books per month. These are standard yoga texts that you
may already own and will serve as reference guides for the training. You
will need to bring your yoga mat and manual at every training.
This will be a fun and intense day and a half! Adequate rest and methodical
study throughout the month prove to be the best practices for internalizing
the information…..i.e.: no cramming homework in at the last minute.
Cancellation and Penalty Fee
Installments:
Your entrance into the program is received as your commitment to complete
the program in full. Your tuition must be paid in a timely manner, with
respect to the deadline given. There will be a $100 weekly penalty for any
payment not received on the deadline date, unless prior arrangements have
been formally discussed and agreed upon.
Refunds are available, less the $200 non-refundable deposit, for any
cancellation made 30 days prior to the start date.
Schedule
The following schedule is designed to complete an 15-hour weekend training
per visit. Each training will commence
Saturdays at 1pm – 8pm (7 hours) and
Sundays at 8am – 3pm (7 hours)
*Trainings will include a one-hour on-site lunch discussion.
There will be a 3-day intensive weekend among the dates TBA. Schedule of the
intensive will be 6am –6pm daily. Additional costs will not exceed $200.
Arrival
All students must arrive and be settled in and ready to go at the indicated
start times. Come rested and bring fluids and light snacks if necessary.
Lunches
There will be a one-hour on-site lunch discussion each day. Students are
encouraged to bring a lunch. A pot luck lunch can develop and the days to
provide food are split between the participants.
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