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  tranquil space is pleased to offer this inspiring level 1 intensive teacher training. the training is designed for students interested in teaching beginning to intermediate yogis, exploring vinyasa yoga or simply deepening their own practice. our level 1 is an introductory yoga teacher training that is a prerequisite for our 200-hour yoga alliance approved level 2 certification.

this introductory intensive will provide you with a strong foundation to practice, observe, and teach the following:

  • warm-up vinyasa
  • sun salutations; step backs & surya namaskar A, B
  • basic standing poses
  • basic balancing poses
  • simple backbends
  • hip openers
  • forward bends
  • basic twists
  • shoulderstand and plow
  • savasana
this training also includes:
  • discussion of modifications and sequencing
  • how to begin and end a class
  • how to use voice, languaging, and hands-on assisting
  • introductory reading list
  • practice teaching and assisting among the group
  • feedback and homework
  • basic yoga and tranquil space teaching philosophy
  • pranayama
  • practice and personal journal writing
  • 15% off class passes and drop-ins (not good for 1 year or 6 month unlimited or other already discounted items or on workshop or other teacher trainings). current teacher training students get 15% off teacher training books.
  • 6 yoga classes to be taken within a designated time period
  • introductory workshop on prenatal yoga
required texts: requirements:
  • 1 year minimum yoga practice.
  • the discipline to be fully present at all training sessions in order to develop the skills necessary for teaching beginner to intermediate students. 100% attendance is required.
  • current Level 2 student by tranquil space standards.
  • completed application & deposit.
  • the intention of deepening your own yoga practice while assisting future students in doing the same.

certification schedule

january 2010 level 1

friday 1/15/2010 6:30-10pm
saturday 1/16/2010 11:00am-7:30pm
sunday 1/17/2010 11:00am-7:30pm
monday 1/18/2010 9:30am-5:30pm

june 2010 level 1

6/4/2010, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
6/5/2010, 1:00 - 7:00 p.m.
6/11/2010, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
6/12/2010, 1:00 - 7:00 p.m.
6/18/2010, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
6/19/2010, 1:00 - 7:00 p.m.

september 2010 level 1

9/10/2010, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
9/11/2010, 1:00 - 7:00 p.m.
9/17/2010, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
9/18/2010, 1:00 - 7:00 p.m.
9/24/2010, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
9/25/2010, 1:00 - 7:00 p.m.

please visit our bethesda studio site for additional level 1 offerings.

cost
$595. applications require a $150 non-refundable deposit; limited space available.
anyone not accepted into the program will have the full amount refunded

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