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Independent Study for Yoga Teachers

Tuesday, January 31st, 2012

yoga certificationBy Dr. Paul Jerard, E-RYT 500 

Professional development is an important aspect of any career. Professionals from all disciplines seek to gain more knowledge, or to develop knowledge in a specific area of their field. Doctors, teachers, business people, and other professionals, know the importance of staying current with industry related trends and developments. Yoga teachers are no exception. It is important for Yoga instructors to stay abreast of any changes in the field of Hatha Yoga, as well as to educate themselves on the various aspects of living a Yogic lifestyle as a path to wellness and personal development.

Fortunately, there are many opportunities available for Yoga teachers today. Instructors can take on-line classes for convenience, take distance-learning Yoga teacher courses, or seek out a local workshop, seminar, advanced Yoga teacher training, or an intensive class. Since there are so many options, there really is no excuse for not keeping yourself knowledgeable and current.  Some certifying Yoga organizations give a list of subjects that teachers should research further.

The beauty of independent study is that you can study exactly what you like, on your own time, and at your own pace. If there is a chunk of knowledge that you are already quite familiar with, you can skip it, moving on to new information. You can work at your own pace, squeezing it in at night, early in the morning, on weekends, or whenever your schedule allows. Independent study gives you the flexibility to advance in your career without causing you to rearrange the rest of your life.

Yoga teachers might consider going into a more specialized area of Yoga. If you like working with kids, perhaps children’s Yoga is an area to explore deeper. Maybe you recently had a baby, realized the benefits of prenatal Yoga, and would like to continue helping expecting mothers. Perhaps your interest lies in the meditation and pranayama (Yogic breathing) aspects of Yoga, and you would like to learn how to help others heal through breath and meditation. Wherever your interests lie, seek out a way to increase your knowledge and continue to grow as an instructor.

Students are drawn toward Yoga teachers who are knowledgeable, and can answer any questions or concerns that come up during the course of study. Seeking inner peace and joining the mind, body, and spirit are all part of the basic Yogic philosophy. Instructors will find that they are on a true path to achieving their spiritual goals when they seek to improve themselves as teachers of Yoga. Independent study is a simple, but important, step toward becoming the best Yoga teacher you can be.

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Value of Compassion in Correcting Yoga Students

Wednesday, January 18th, 2012

yoga teacher training courseBy Dr. Paul Jerard, E-RYT 500 

There comes a time in every Yoga instructor’s practice where they must learn how to correct others in a way that is tactful, informative, and gentle. Forming a good technique for correcting others takes time and practice. It is often helpful to watch more experienced Yoga teachers in action. Inexperienced teachers should mimic how more seasoned Yoga instructors interact with students, correct form, or guide them into proper positions. You can learn a lot by watching master teachers in action.

Showing compassion means drawing from your inner patience and understanding. When a Yoga student is floundering in a pose, or perhaps talking too much during class, or giggling about positions that seem a bit foreign to them, remember that you, too, were once a beginner. You struggled with poses, thought your body was not capable of certain stretches, and you probably hoped your Yoga instructor would find the compassion to treat you well. Compassion is an important part of the Yogic philosophy, and it is important for students to see it modeled by their teacher.

Remember that Yoga is a very personal experience on many levels. Although you are leading a group of students, each person must determine what feels right and good for his or herself. If a student chooses to ignore your help in a pose, allow them to press on. You can give constructive  advice, but you cannot change a student’s mind.  Each student is coming to you with a unique set of background information, and life circumstances. You cannot possibly know that the man in the third row had a terrible day, the woman near the back almost did not make it to Yoga class because the babysitter was late, or the older lady who never misses a class just found out her grandson is in trouble. What you can do, though, is treat all students with kindness, respect, and compassion.

Compassion can be learned when you make a conscious effort to be compassionate toward your students, as well as yourself. Remind yourself before, during, and after class to treat your students well. When you correct a student, do it in a manner that is respectful and helpful. Also, remember to treat yourself with compassion. Each of us is often our own worst critic.  With that said, it is important to allow yourself the leeway that you give to your students. Do not expect perfection from your students, and you will find you have a group of students who greatly respect your teaching methods.  Yoga practice is “a work in progress” for all of us who live in an imperfect world.

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Teaching Yoga: Demonstrating Yoga Techniques

Friday, January 13th, 2012

yoga teacher training courseBy Dr. Paul Jerard, E-RYT 500

The difficulty and complexity of Yoga techniques can range from quite simple to potentially complex. One of the tasks of a Yoga instructor is to simplify the process of executing the postures. It takes a bit of practice to be able to lead the students into a more complex pose or pranayama technique, step-by-step. You want the movements to be smooth and easy, the verbal cues to be concise, and your physical demonstration to be accurate.

When you demonstrate Yoga techniques to your students, it is often beneficial to give a bit of background information, such as the history of the technique, the purpose of a posture, or defining the precision of a pranayama technique. It is also important to let your students know about the benefits of each technique, as well as the potential risks or concerns. When introducing new Yoga poses or pranayama techniques, let the students watch you first, as you verbally explain it. Then, let them try it while giving verbal cues. Practice new Yoga poses a few times before adding them into a specific sequence or flow of poses.

Liability is part of the responsibility of being a Yoga instructor. In order to make sure each of your students is safe, you must know your students. Yoga teachers need to be aware if a student has a health problem, injury, or some other area of concern. When you know your students, you can give specific advice, props, and modifications to them for postures that may pose a risk. It is also beneficial to break down more complex Yoga poses into steps. Demonstrate each step, and how to progress to the next step, until the posture is complete.

Make sure you are easily visible to all of your students. This can pose a challenge when you are teaching a large class, with limited space. When the instructor is at the front of the room, facing the students, this could limit visibility for students on the fringe of the class, or students in the back. Avoid potential problems by setting up the class in a way where mats are staggered, or by forming a semi-circle around you. Be aware of the students who might not have the best visibility, and communicate with them to make sure they are with you during the entire class. You might also change the position of your mat from time to time, if it will give the students a better view of the pose.

Demonstrating can also be difficult, when you are walking around the room making physical assists and adjustments. When you are walking around the room, there are times, when it is best to briefly demonstrate in an area where students who do not usually have the best angle can see you. As your Yoga classes expand in size, it is wise to have other teachers in the room to help with adjustments. This extra attention from an assistant provides each Yoga student the optimum learning experience.

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Teaching Yoga: The Power of Observation

Tuesday, January 10th, 2012

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If you have ever seen a master yoga teacher at work, you probably gazed in wonder as he or she created an inviting, calm class atmosphere; put people at ease with a smile, gesture, or comment; or flowed through a series of poses, detailing modifications and potential risks, without a hitch. Although, for some of us teaching yoga comes naturally, there is much to be learned about teaching skills and methods simply by observing others. The best yoga teachers are never satisfied with their own methods, but seek to constantly improve by watching other master yoga teachers in practice. Teachers themselves, then, are nothing more than lifelong students.

Yoga teachers in training must learn about the history and philosophy of yoga, the benefits and risks associated with the poses, class sequencing, breathing techniques, forms of meditation, and more. Upon receiving all of this knowledge, yoga teacher interns must then find a way to synthesize it all, and put it into practice. This is where the art of teaching comes into play. Anyone can be very knowledgeable about yoga, or have a passion for it, but not everyone can convey that knowledge to a group of students using effective teaching methods.

Learning is most effective when the learner can observe what they need to do, practice it under the supervision of an expert, ask questions, change what needs changing, and then finally perform the task without intervention. Observation is a key piece of the puzzle, because students need to grow their background knowledge of teaching methods by experiencing them first hand. By watching experienced instructors, students learn how to interact with yoga students, how to structure the class to ensure adequate flow, how to handle a diverse group of people, how to encourage students to do what feels right for their body, and so much more.

Observation is powerful because it allows potential yoga instructors to see experienced instructors using the teaching methods they have read about. Students can then ask questions, and try these methods for themselves. It is important for yoga teachers to keep sharpening their skills with each yoga class taught. By observing each other, yoga teachers can gain helpful hints and tricks to use in their own teaching practice.

Aside from the above-mentioned issues, the Yoga teacher who turns his or her back to students, while teaching a group has decided to perform rather than teach. The mental connection from a yoga teacher to a student is kept alive with careful observation, cueing, and assisting when needed.

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Teaching Yoga: The Best Methods for Observing Yoga Classes

Saturday, January 7th, 2012

yoga teacher trainingBy Amruta Kulkarni, CYT 250

Good yoga teaching encompasses a wide range of skills and knowledge. The best yoga teachers are often “naturals,” having an innate ability to reach students in a positive, uplifting manner. However, many important teaching skills and methods can be learned. The most successful teachers are constantly self-evaluating, observing peers, and continually striving to make themselves more effective. Observation in itself is somewhat of an art, with different methods appropriate for various situations. When evaluating other yoga instructors, it is important to focus the observation on a particular skill or method.

For beginning yoga instructors, it is beneficial to sit in on a class with a particularly experienced instructor to get a feeling for how he or she runs the class as a whole. During initial observations, it is okay not to have a specific goal in mind, but to just absorb the atmosphere, structure, and flow of the class.

Once new instructors find a mentor, or study another yoga teacher’s methods they admire, it is appropriate to observe a number of times. Determine one specific piece of the yoga class to carefully observe, and take notes as necessary. Perhaps you might focus on the flow of the postures, noting the order of the poses and how they flow into each other. Observe the yoga instructor’s interaction with the students. How does he or she welcome the yoga students, explain postures, note possible modifications, or give cues throughout class? Stay focused on the determined area of observation, while noting any questions that come up during class.

After observing, it is important to talk to the yoga instructor about what you observed. Perhaps he or she can give you some more specific information about the particular teaching methods used, or you can discuss any specific situations that arose during class and how they were handled. Do not be afraid to ask any and all questions that came up for you during class. If a yoga teacher has no time to answer questions, do you really want to learn from him or her?

Take some time after observations to journal about what you saw, noting the methods that you can see yourself using in your own future yoga classes. Personal reflection is important as you begin a yoga teaching career, and should be implemented throughout, as you grow and learn through teaching.

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Yoga Teacher Training Courses

Monday, January 2nd, 2012

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Practicing Yoga can be inspiring for the mind and good for the body. Yoga has been handed down through many generations and has made its way across the globe. One of the many reasons for this is due to the skill, care and understanding of Yoga teachers. Becoming a Yoga teacher is a great option for people that love Yoga and would like to have the chance to teach it to others. Learning the correct way to teach Yoga is very important. Yoga teacher training courses are a wonderful option to help people realize their abilities and learn how they can use those abilities to create a thriving Yoga practice.

Yoga teacher training courses often focus on the history of Yoga. They also teach the correct technique and how to build and vary the different poses to create programs that will suit yourself and your students. Instruction how to lead a class and how to help students correct and maintain postures are also part of the curriculum. Course lengths can vary and there are courses that are designed to fit into almost any lifestyle and budget. Training courses are designed to give their students the tools needed in order to become knowledgeable teachers about the practice of Yoga.

Yoga teachers have a number of options available to them after becoming certified. They can work at studios, gyms, schools, senior centers, and dance studios or even out of their homes. Teachers can also travel to other people’s homes and do one-on-one sessions to help enhance the ability for someone else to do Yoga. The possibilities for growth as a Yoga teacher are certainly very high. Those possibilities have continued to grow as the different forms of Yoga expand throughout the world.

Establishing a successful Yoga practice can be difficult sometimes. But Yoga teacher training courses are designed to help people succeed. Many offer practical business advice. Students that take training courses often learn from those who are very experienced at Yoga and at running a business. Most Yoga teacher training courses are comprehensive and geared toward people that already have a fair level of knowledge about Yoga. They are a truly priceless option for people that want to learn and grow through Yoga while teaching others. Yoga teacher training courses are an invaluable tool that can help to enhance the practice of Yoga and keep the growing momentum of Yoga moving forward.

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Teaching Yoga: Choosing Yoga Techniques for a Lesson Plan

Sunday, January 1st, 2012

yoga certificationBy Narendra Maheshri

Teaching Yoga requires a certain level of commitment, both to yourself and the students who are learning from you. Just as life is always evolving, so is your practice. Choosing techniques for a lesson plan is going to depend on a number of factors. Some of those factors will include the types of classes you will be teaching. After all, a class you would teach for school age children would probably require a different lesson plan than a class you would be leading for people who are senior citizens. A beginners Yoga class will differ from a more advanced class.

Of course, many classes are advertised as “open to anyone, regardless of age or Yoga experience.” It is useful to have a specific set of poses in mind along with how to teach people variations on what you are doing. This can help keep beginners comfortable and focused and can also help keep more experienced students engaged in the class. Yoga lesson plans certainly do not have to be rigid or set in stone. Instead, they should act as a guide that can help you to stay on track and help your students as they are learning.

Lesson plans are going to vary greatly according to what style of Yoga you are teaching. Hatha or Ashtanga Yoga plans are going to be focused more on the gentle flow of poses and some meditation, along with some chanting. After all, this form of Yoga is for people who are looking to relax. Power Yoga classes will be altogether different. This form of Yoga is very physically demanding, with meditation kept to a minimum. The lesson plan for Power Yoga will certainly be more physically challenging than other types of Yoga.

When you are teaching a class keep in mind that you are also learning from your students. The ebb and flow of teacher and student is a constant presence within the class. That’s why it is good to be able to lean upon a lesson plan but to be flexible enough to change it as needed. Poses that seem challenging to one Yoga class might be the perfect option for another class and often that can’t be determined until you are in the depths of teaching. As your practice and experience grows, so will your ability to gauge which lesson plans offer the most for yourself and your students.

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What Should a Power Yoga Teacher Know?

Wednesday, December 21st, 2011

yoga teacher trainingBy Jenny Park

What we know about a particular subject is a measurement of competence. When seeking to become a Yoga teacher, aspirants should consider the rewards of knowing the subject. A little knowledge can be dangerous, while there is never be too much knowledge for a Yoga teacher to acquire.

The practice of Yoga has grown and evolved greatly throughout the years of its existence. One of the latest incarnations is called Power Yoga. Power Yoga teachers should know a number of things before they embark on teaching this method. It is an intense method of Yoga and definitely isn’t for the weak hearted. Although it is quite close to the practice of Ashtanga Yoga, there are a number of differences that set it into its own distinct category.

First of all, Power Yoga is generally taught to people who are already at a high fitness level. However, there will always be exceptions. It is not as gentle as other forms of Yoga. Chanting and meditation are not key aspects during this type of workout. Instead, Power Yoga primarily focuses on the physical body. It provides a cardiovascular workout that helps to build muscle strength. It also focuses flexibility. Power Yoga teachers should be able to instruct students on how to get the most benefit from every pose and to be able to show them modifications on poses as well.

Secondly, a good Power Yoga teacher should be able to push the class in a positive yet firm direction on how to get the most out of every workout. Keep in mind that there might be people that have never tried Power Yoga as well as experienced students. The class should be tailored as such that everyone gets the best workout possible. Since there is no set form or sequence to Power Yoga, modifications can be made during the workout without interrupting the flow.

Keep in mind that there are people that may find the term “Power Yoga” to be slightly intimidating, especially if they are just getting into fitness or Yoga. A Power Yoga teacher should know how to reassure students so they feel comfortable as they begin the class. The intensity of the workout varies from person to person, so what may seem difficult to one student may seem easy to another. A good teacher can help to answer questions and provide insights on how to keep each person in the class engaged in the practice of Power Yoga, so hopefully they learn and grow through practice.

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Yoga and Progressive Relaxation Techniques

Friday, July 29th, 2011

become a yoga teacherBy Dr. Paul Jerard, E-RYT 500

Within Yoga are many techniques, which have taken off on their own. The entire field of Yogic relaxation is just one example. Sometimes, a generic name such as: Progressive relaxation, relaxation techniques, or stress management, is more acceptable than attaching the word “Yoga” to the front of the phrase.

The point being: Depending upon where you live, Yoga and Yogic techniques may be welcomed, but what if you live in an area where the population considers Yoga to be a religious threat? If you are a Yoga teacher and you live in an open minded neighborhood, thank your luck stars, because you do not have to convince your community about the value of Yogic techniques.

Perhaps your Yoga teacher training did not prepare you for trying to reason with people who resist logic. We live in a world where some people are extremely easy to work with, while others have a personal agenda, which overrides the importance of anything else. If it was easy to reason with everyone, politics would be a “cake walk.”

According to a 2010 survey by the American Psychological Association, people in the United States are not only worried about the economy; they are also worried about the effect it has on their families’ physical and mental health. They are aware of the dangers, but they have trouble finding time to make healthy lifestyle changes. Although a little stress can improve performance and motivate, prolonged or excessive stress affects all of the body’s systems and actually rewires the brain, making it more susceptible to depression and anxiety.

What is progression relaxation?

One of the most effective and accessible ways to combat tension in the body is progressive muscle relaxation – a technique used to relax the body’s muscles, one group at a time. This approach is based on the assumption that stress has a physical effect on the body, causing tight muscles and shallow breathing. Releasing the physical tension in the body also relaxes emotional tension and frees blocked energy.

Although, seasoned Yoga teachers and practitioners are familiar with this technique, progressive relaxation is used in clinical and alternative treatments and may be considered a part of physical therapy, Yoga, or meditation. Once learned, it can easily be used at almost any place and time to calm the neuromuscular system and stop the surge of cortisol into the body. The process, however, is usually combined with other methods for even greater results.

How does it work?

According to basic physiology, a muscle that is tightened – if allowed to rest afterward – will return to an even more relaxed state when released. Progressive relaxation isolates and tightens one muscle group at a time for a period of 8-10 seconds and then releases it. The process continues from the feet to the head until all the muscles in the body are relaxed. Since relaxed muscles require less oxygen, breathing deepens and slows down. The heart beats more slowly, blood pressure drops, and blood circulates throughout the organs and limbs. As the voluntary muscles calm down, moodiness subsides and energy increases.

What are the steps in muscle relaxation?

• Be aware of the tension in the body.

• Single out a muscle group and tighten.

• Release.

• Progress through body from toes to scalp.

• Notice how it feels to relax.

With practice, muscles learn to relax more quickly, and psychological responses occur more easily. Guided relaxations, meditations, and scripts may be used to ease the process, or progressive relaxation may be used to increase the effectiveness of other kinds of Yoga, meditation, or exercise.

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About Becoming a Yoga Instructor

Tuesday, June 28th, 2011

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On a global scale, the field of job opportunities for yoga instructors has recently opened up, and the many new “fusion” styles of yoga offered provide teachers with even more material to cover. Considering this, the question of how long and what it takes to become a yoga instructor is on the minds of many.

Yoga is a diverse, polyglot, and a multinational phenomenon, so to define standards for yoga in totality would be impossible. Around the world there is no single body that regulates yoga. Some forms of yoga are good for mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health. Some styles focus on only one of the four aspects, while others focus on two or more.

Many Hatha Yoga styles provide a basic framework for yoga teacher training, which suggests that a teacher complete a minimum of 200 hours of training. The training should be made up of hours, spent in observation, writing, researching, and other activities. Beyond this minimum, teachers may be certified at higher levels (such as the 500 hour certification) and in specialties, such as prenatal yoga or children’s yoga. Yoga teacher training programs offered through various institutions for 200 hours of training usually last about three months.

Similar to martial arts, and many forms of alternative healing, yoga is a unique field with many aspects. For the most part, there is no mandate for teachers to have the student background suggested by some of the ashrams and certifying bodies. Anyone studying yoga may choose at any time to begin teaching. Online courses and other correspondence courses of yoga teacher training, offer curriculums lasting an average of three months to a year.

If you wish to become an instructor in a specialized subset of yoga, such as a hot or power style, training is usually proprietary. Bikram teaching must be handled directly through Bikram’s Yoga College of India, which owns the trademarked name. Such training is nine weeks long and offered all over the world.

Others studying yoga choose to receive training in India, where many schools cater to English-speaking yoga teacher trainees. Training at a yoga center in India lasts from one to four months on average. Although the plane ticket may be prohibitively expensive, the training itself is quite affordable, with some courses costing as little as an online yoga instructor certification course.

Research several options, because very few training programs will teach you how to find a yoga teacher position or how to start your own business. While a solid foundation in yoga, and how to teach, can launch you on your career path for years to come; it is important for teacher trainees to know where the jobs are and how to get them.

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