Become a Certified Yoga Instructor, or simply deepen your understanding of yoga. This Ayurvedic Yoga 200 hour certification program allows students to not only delve deeper into the spirit of living and experiencing the many layers of Yoga & Ayurveda but also understand the foundational teachings.
Understand and experience the essence of Yoga and Ayurveda, and how to practically integrate them into a daily lifestyle. We will integrate the fundamentals of Ayurveda, teaching techniques, anatomy, physiology (Western and Ayurvedic perspectives), Sanskrit, Vedic philosophy, lifestyle, mantra, meditation and so much more!
Throughout this course, you will gain practical teaching experience and leave with tools to effectively lead group and private classes in Ayurveda Yoga. Teaching yoga is both a service to humanity and the practice of evolving oneself. Learning and practicing with others forms friendships and communities that support growth on all levels.
Live in Joy’s program teachers and mentors offer teachings in ways that are practical, engaging, enjoyable and safe while honoring the great ancient traditions of Yoga & Ayurveda. We encourage and help yoga practitioners to discover their own true nature and teach from their unique authentic Self.
*The 4 Paths of Yoga: Raja, Karma, Jnana, Bhakti
*The 8 limbs of yoga
*Fundamentals of Ayurveda
*Asana - yoga poses, variations, and Ayurvedic application
*Teaching principles of demonstration, sequencing, alignment, and adjustments, balancing doshas & seasonal flows
*Mantra, Chanting & Sacred Sound
*Sanskrit: learn the names of yoga postures as well as Yoga & Ayurveda terminology
*Philosophy: The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali & Bhavagad-Gita & more
*Subtle yogic anatomy and the Chakras
*Pranayama (breathing techniques)
*Bhandas, mudras and kriyas (yogic healing and cleansing techniques)
*Meditation, mindfulness & self-inquiry
*Create & teach various class-styles and levels
*Anatomy and bio-mechanics of yoga postures
And so much more!