About Programe

INTRODUCTION
THE 6 MODULES
CONTACT HOURS PER LEVEL
GENERAL COURSE WORK
REQUIREMENTS

NAVA™ Weekend Warrior® Teacher Training Program consists of 3 Levels during 3 academic semesters: Fall 2008 / Winter 2009 will be NAVA(TM) 4th edition.

Classes will be held one weekend per month from

• October 2008 - January 2009, for level 1.
• February 2009 - June 2009 for Level 2
• September 2009 - January 2010 for level 3

Training sessions will take place on Friday evenings, Saturdays & Sundays, for a total of 14 contact hours per weekend.

Though we highly recommend completing all three levels (for a more in dept knowledge and education and to obtain YA certification), Levels may be taken individually and separately, either to accumulate hours to be completed at a later date for the full 200 hrs, or as CEU. Missed weekends can be made up during the next cycle. NAVA will start a new Level 1 cycle every 6 months. This will facilitate those who join later in the program but still want to finish the full 200 hour course. RYT 200: 100 hours of this course may be credited towards ANY 500 hr TT program or school.

What makes this program unique?
It is the only of it's kind in the region, adding non traditional yoga teachings elements to it's curriculum, while still maintaining the integrity and requirements of an authentic Yoga Teacher Training Program. Adding Tools for Life to our program, leaves space for non aspirant yoga students to attend on a drop in basis to deepen their practice and further their knowledge.

This is for you if:

• You are interested in becoming a Certified Power Vinyasa Yoga Teacher.
• You are interested in expanding and deepening your personal practice and increasing your knowledge of Yoga.
• You are already a certified yoga teacher and want to learn some of the NAVA yoga methodology and collect CEU towards 500-hour program.

This course will give you an opportunity to acquire the skills and the confidence necessary to teach a NAVA Power Vinyasa Yoga class, which incorporates, asanas, music, meditation and scriptural study into a challenging vinyasa practice.

The program is annually on going and covers yoga philosophy and scripture, history of yoga, introduction to Sanskrit, introduction to anatomy, practice teaching sessions, study groups, mentor guidance, quizzes, midterm and final tests, and all aspects of NAVA Power Vinyasa Yoga. A special segment of this teacher training will be dedicated to Tools of Life-alternative healing methods.NAVA program is structured in 6 modules™. Each Level will cover ALL the material comprised in those 6 modules™, which are in compliance with the minimum requirements of Yoga Alliance required min. hours.
Only when completing ALL 3 Levels will students be eligible for registration with YA. Completing individual levels will only qualify you for a certificate of attendance and stamp of The Croatian Ministry of Education ( in process). There will be a written and practical exam after each level. Each level counts 70 hrs of education/ contact hours and advanced Independent Studies: teachings, assisting & other non contact hours.

THE 6 MODULES™

1. "Hands on: 99% practice, 1 % Theory"
As quoted by Sri Patabbi Jois: Practice is the key. Discover the layers of NAVA Vinyasa Yoga practice as a student and a teacher. Learn how to teach the 3 variations of the Sun Salutations and more!

2. " The Bones"
The Study and practice of anatomy specifically relating to asana practice. Yoga sutra presentation. Weaving philosophy and dharma into an asana class. The spine and the nervous system, upper limps anatomy, lower body anatomy, and much more.

3. " Transitions & modifications"
Learning the whys and how's of proper sequencing. How to create thematic content. Learning to teach standing poses, and balances. Breaking down of the transition poses as well as modifications for illness, injuries, pregnancies etc.

4. " Breath, Belly & Bhandas"
Healthy breathing includes proper technique in breath combined with proper technique in posture-from Sun Salutations to Savasana. One of the principal differences between Yoga and other forms of exercise is the "union of breath and body movement." Instruction and practice of mindfulness of breath and body is the first step in experiencing the connection between our emotions and our bodies. The yoga sutras deal specifically with this connection between the emotional and physical body and will be introduced here, weaving philosophy and Dharma into an asana class.

5. " Tupsy turphy" turning upside down
Balance and Inversion: the King and Queen of Yoga practice. Balancing in yoga postures is essential in developing strength, flexibility and confidence. Inversion poses are the most important for restorative, healing and relaxation. Learning of neutralizing / counter poses.

6. " Opening & Closings"
Each yoga class is different. Each yoga teacher is different. Here, you will learn the best ways to start a class (setting the tone) and finish a class (cooling down and end rest), whether for advanced or beginner students.

ADDITIONAL INDEPENDENT STUDIES
Hands on adjustment with a mentor. Teach an asana class as your final exam and manifest your vision as a yoga teacher. Learn about the business of yoga (NAVA Studio Franchise). Assist in class and learn the dedication of merit.

CONTACT HOURS PER LEVEL
A. Techniques and Practice of Nava Power Vinyasa Yoga™ - 40 (35) hours
Learn to teach 1 full Nava Power Vinyasa Yoga® class sequences (practice and memorization). Teaching and practicing meditation and pranayama, teaching Basics, teaching mixed level classes the Open Class.

B. Basic Sanskrit Alphabet - 5 hours
Learn the Sanskrit alphabet in Devanagari script. You will be able to read and pronounce Sanskrit words, as well as some grammar.

C. Teaching Methodology-11 hours
The Nava Vinyasa Yoga™ teaching method; The 6 modules and the 11 requirements of Nava Power Vinyasa Yoga™, Adjustments and assists for standing poses, forward bends, twists, backbends, inversions, and balances, the art of sequencing, energetics of assists and vinyasa krama, ethics of teaching yoga-types of teachers and students, teachingNavaPower Vinyasa Yoga sequences.

D. Anatomy and Physiology - 9 hours
Anatomy and physiology: basics of skeletal; muscular, respiratory, cardiovascular, injury and recovery, esoteric anatomy including chakras, nadis, prana, granthi, and bandha. Eastern and

E. Scripture, Philosophy, Ethics, & Lifestyle
Includes basic yoga philosophy, Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. Bhagavad Gita, Hathayogapradipika, 3 types of karma, 7 Bhoomikas.

F. Group Practicum
Includes class observation and transcriptions focusing on adjustment, sequencing, theme, and music.

G. Small Group Peer Review and Practicum
These are classes that you teach in a small group setting to hone your skills. Includes student teaching as well as observing and assisting in classes taught by others.

H. Satsang
Satsang combines many of the subjects of the course including chanting, meditation, japa and mantra, nada yoga and music, community responsibility, ahimsa, vegetarianism, philosophy and practical skills for conducting satsang

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I. Pranayama principles and practice
This includes the principles and theory of pranayama, practical training in samavritti and visamavritti pranayama including teaching methods.

GENERAL COURSE WORK

• philosophy
• art of teaching
• asana alignment : including verbal and hands on adjustment
• nutrition
• language and voice alignment
• prenatal & Post Partum
• introduction to Yoga Philosophy
• anatomy & physiology
• teaching beginner's & adjustments
• yoga philosophy II
• Pranayama & Meditation
• Yoga & Alternative healing methods

REQUIREMENTS
Before the course you need to establish a daily asana practice, submit application with deposit, submit a signed Ethical Guidelines form, and a signed Teacher Certification Agreement.

Required Reading:

a. Yoga Mala - Pattabhi Jois
b. Light on Yoga - B.K.S. Iyengar
c. Yoga the Iyengar Way - Silva. Mira & Shyam Mehta
d. Hatha Yoga Pradipika - Swami Muktibodhananda
e. The Science of Breath - Swami Rama
f. Relax & Renew - Judith Lasater
g. Anatomy of Hatha Yoga - H. David Coulter
h. The Anatomy Coloring Book - W.Kapit/L.M. Elson
i. The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali - Sri Swami Satchidananda
j. The Heart of Yoga - T.K.V. Desikachar
Format for Book Reports:
a. 1000 words typed,
b. Arial or Times New Roman Font, 12-point,
c. double-spaced, not bolded,
d. on plain white 8x10 paper,
e. paperclip all 5 together.

Ethical Guidelines Form
This form is a requirement of NAVA and the Yoga Alliance certification. It calls your attention to important ethical considerations in the teaching of yoga and asks for your pledge to act correctly and responsibly.