On-Site Yoga Teacher Training - Attleboro, MA

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The Aura Yoga Teacher Training is currently in progress at our Attleboro, MA facility, located at 21 Park Street, Suite 202, in downtown Attleboro.

Experienced Yoga teachers, Yoga teacher interns, and serious students, may attend any Yoga teacher workshops (see schedule).

Fall 2008 - Spring 2009

Our next Yoga teacher training camp begins on September 5, 2008. Candidates should have, at least, two years of steady training in Aura's Restorative Hatha Yoga Style or comparable training within a similar style. Restorative Yoga is a gentle style that fits the needs of everyone. Client safety is our number one concern.

We meet the 200 hour Yoga Teacher requirements, and contact hour guidelines, set by Yoga Alliance. The teacher trainer is Paul Jerard, E-RYT 500.

Yoga Teacher Training classes meet on Fridays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

You should make a commitment to be at all of the teacher training classes and go through an internship. Level I Yoga teacher training is based on 200 hours of intensive study within the many aspects of Hatha Yoga.

Some flexibility can be built into your Yoga Teacher internship, based upon hours with your mentor and teaching Yoga classes. We will cover this on orientation night or you can call ahead. Telephone 508-222-0092.

This Yoga certification program includes hands-on development with Paul Jerard, the director of Yoga teacher training, independent research, and the home-study of teacher texts. We adhere to the International standards for Yoga teacher training hours.

All Yoga teacher training sessions are held with Paul Jerard, E-RYT 500.

Technical Training

Eighteen (18) intensive sessions
Eighteen (18) more hands-on classes to develop your teaching skills
Guidance during your internship
Practical Exam
Written Exam

Syllabus

Kriyas
Asanas
Modifications for Asanas
Yoga philosophy & Yoga Teaching Methodology
Assisting with Asana alignment
Working with special populations
Chair Yoga & Office Yoga
Yoga for Seniors & Yoga as Therapy
Using Yoga Props
The Pilates Connection to Yoga
Yoga Teaching Tips
Yoga Business Development
Yoga Teacher Marketing
Networking with Yoga Teachers
Anatomy
Kinesiology
Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga
Communication with Yoga Students
Chakras
Bandhas
Mudras
Yamas, Niyamas, and Yoga Sutras
Pranayama Methods
Meditation Methods
Relaxation Techniques
Yoga teacher Ethics

Benefits of Teacher's Training

Continued Technical Support
Certification
AURA Teachers Training Materials worth $497.00
Three Teacher Texts
Free Liability Insurance for classes you teach at AURA
Job placement, as it becomes available
Many more Free Yoga Teacher Handouts
Business & Marketing Materials

In 2007: This training was sold out by July.

Total Cost (Due at Time of Registration):

Early Bird Pre-registration by June 1, 2008 for only: $2000
Pre-register by July 1, 2008 for only: $2100
Pre-register by August 1, 2008 for only: $2200
If space is available, at the door: $2300.

Installment plan will be scheduled as follows:

$600 down payment
$600 due October 7, 2008
$600 due November 7, 2008
$600 due December 7, 2008

To receive an application, to attend your Teacher Training Course, please Email us.
This is the most reasonably priced, and comprehensive Yoga Teacher Training Program, in the area. Space is limited to 12 candidates.

Read what some of our graduates are saying...

Dear Paul,

I want to thank you for the wonderful experience at Aura Yoga Teacher Training. The small class size and private instruction helped me learn more about yoga than any other training I have attended. Your knowledge and wisdom is remarkable. Your honesty and humble demeanor is welcoming. I felt I could ask you anything and everything about yoga and you would have an answer or get back to me with one.

I have a lot of reading ahead of me thanks to all the useful teaching tools and materials you provided me with. The part of your workshop geared toward business, marketing and advertising was worth its weight in gold.

I have walked away from your training knowing myself better, knowing the history of yoga, the philosophy of yoga and the true meaning of what it is to be a yoga teacher. Thank you for all the beautiful things you taught me.

Peace always,
Joanne DeCataldo

Good morning Paul,

I wanted to let you know that I am thrilled to have my certificate from you. I have learned a great deal about Yoga and myself. I appreciate the experience! I am now in the process of getting a Yoga and meditation program started at the local hospital. (This is HUGE....I live in a very small town in the mountains) I have already had offers to teach however, I have turned them down because I am too busy starting my other adventure. I hope I can live up to the Aura name!! Thank you again for all of your help and suggestions.

Love and Light,
Tammy Battista

Hi, Paul!

I just wanted to drop a line and let you know how my teacher training is going. I ended up running 2 Saturday morning classes because my first planned class filled within a week through word of mouth and no advertising. I had 2 classes going. I'm currently half way through a second 6-week session. Again I have 2 Saturday morning classes.

I have had 3 other offers to teach yoga classes at various places when I wasn't even seeking it. I declined them.

I'm also teaching a mommy and me yoga class that is going very well. I originally didn't want to do it but something drew me there.

I've also been studying Mukunda Stiles Structural Yoga Therapy - just from his books. That probably doesn't surprise you, but thought I'd tell you anyway. I'm also working on A Physiological Handbook for Teachers of Yogasanas. Actually I've read and studied quite a few books since Christmas including the yoga mudra book you recommended. I use that in my classes, with my patients, and with my kids.

I hope all is well with you and Marie and the business.

Namaste
Kim Wright

Hi Paul and Marie,

I just wanted to drop a line to thank you again for providing such a wonderful teacher training course (and at such a great price). As you know I was teaching yoga regularly for a couple of years before taking your course, and I found that you put many things I had been studying into today's perspective, helping me to understand this ancient practice as it applies in our everyday life. My personal practice has deepened and my teaching practice has improved immensely.

Since the end of our course in June I have channelled some of the knowledge and confidence you provided and with a little more study have successfully completed my ACE personal trainer certification.

Thank You and Take Care,
Kath Latour

The AURA Wellness Yoga Teacher Training program is one of the best things I have ever done for myself. This class was informative, meditative and most importantly it has helped me to deepen my personal practice.

The small class size provides alot of one to one training. Paul Jerard and his wife Marie have been very supportive and have always been available for questions and or concerns.

I am continuously using the books, kits, and handouts that were made available to all students as resources. I did not have a problem finding work. After successfully completing the program I taught in R.I. for 6 months and am now currently coaching girls high school track and incorporating yogic practices into their daily workouts. The girls love it!

Thank you for all your guidance.

Peace, Love, and Happiness
-samantha

Dear Paul and Marie,

I can't thank you enough for the great experience I had during my teacher training at Aura Wellness. Your Teacher Training Program provided me with the tools to better understand Yoga, its meaning, its practice and best of all how to be a better teacher.

Your guidance and support throughout the program are invaluable as you were always available and patient to work with us one on one and address our concerns and questions. I look forward to pass on the knowledge and the kindness that you have provided me during my training.

Namaste
Rasha

Yoga Teacher Training Workshops

2008

September 5 & 6 - Orientation, Written Exam Prep, and Yoga Asana Techniques
September 19 & 20 - Continuation of Written Exam Prep, Yoga Philosophy, and Yoga Teaching Methodology
October 3 & 4 - Yoga Asanas, Mantras / Japa
October 17 & 18 - Basic Lesson Planning, Yoga Asanas, Stage-by-Stage Relaxation Methods

November 7 & 8 - Chakras, Nadis, the Subtle Body, Yoga Asanas
November 21 & 22 - Mudras, Pranayama Methods, Meditation Methods, and Bandhas
December 5 & 6 - Senior and Chair Yoga, Yoga Sutras, Doshas, & Kriyas
December 12 & 13 - Pre-and-Post-Natal Yoga Overview, Contraindications Overview, Yoga Class Practice

2009

January 9 & 10 - Yoga Asana Alignment, Yoga Props, and Modifications
January 23 & 24 - Yoga on the Ball, Pilates Connection to Yoga, and More Yoga Props (Written Exams are Due)

February 6 & 7 - Practical Classes (Interns must have a lesson plan prepared)
February 20 & 21 - Pranayama Methods, Asana Techniques, Introduction to Anatomy

March 6 & 7 - Anatomy, Physiology, Kinesiology in Yoga
March 20 & 21 - Philosophy: Yamas, Niyamas, Yoga Sutras, and Yoga Class Practice (Essay Due)

April 3 & 4 - Teaching Yoga and Personal Yoga Practice
April 17 & 18 - Yoga Teacher Ethics, Yoga Marketing, & Yoga Business

May 1 & 2 - Integrating Yoga Techniques into Your Lesson Plan
May 15 & 16 - Final Practical Exams and Graduation

Interns, and Yoga teachers, may attend any of these workshops for continuing education credits and contact hour requirements.
Interns should schedule teaching hours (teaching or assisting a live Yoga class) 30 days prior to the desired date.
Continuing Education and Contact Hour Certificates for Yoga teachers are issued upon completion of workshops.
Private Yoga teacher training sessions are available at the private training rate.
Yoga Teacher Apprenticeships, Mentoring, and Private Intensives should be scheduled 60 days prior to the session.

Cancellation Policy:

The first $600, of your tuition, is a non-refundable deposit. After September 12, 2008, all fees are non-refundable. There is no refund if you leave the training early, unless there is a medical note provided by your physician.