Overview

Yoga is an ancient tradition that has been handed down by dedicated teachers to interested students for over 5000 years. It is a life-education providing discipline and skills to help you navigate in the world. Yoga is a process of learning and improving as an individual, of communicating, of sharing and of removing fears. 

This Level 1 Yoga Teacher Training is designed for curious yoga practitioners who want to immerse themselves in a powerful part-time learning opportunity in Shanghai.

• To have a minimum of 12 months regular weekly yoga practice.

• To have an open mind and want to learn more to improve yourself as an individual.

• To be physically and emotionally prepared for a challenging growth opportunity.

• Asana – how to develop and progress safely

• Pranayama & Meditation – how and when to integrate these disciplines into your practice

• Anatomy and Physiology – meet your body

• Philosophy & Ethics – introducing the foundations of yoga

• Methodology – how to find a balance between the creative and technical aspects of yoga

• Ability to ‘See’ -  how to develop your skills of observation

• Sequencing - how and when to introduce different asana categories

• Considerations - how to work with special needs & injuries

• Practical Work – hands-on practical applications of your knowledge

• Fridays:  6:30pm-8:30pm

• Saturdays & Sundays: 1pm - 4:30pm

• Regular:  RMB 23,000

• Early Bird:  RMB 21,000  (Early Bird discount ends 15 August, 2012)

Registration & Payment

• A deposit payment of RMB 2,500 is due on acceptance to the training.

• Full payment for Early Birds (RMB 21,000) is due by 15 August, 2012

• Full payment for non-Early Birds (RMB 23,000) is due before the training starts.

• For cancellations before to the start of the training, the deposit fee is non-refundable.

• Once the training begins, no refunds will be given.

Yoga Alliance Certification

Graduates of this program who successfully complete all course requirements will be eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT®).

Yoga Alliance is an international governing board for yoga teachers and training programs. RYT® certification increases your status, brings you international recognition and optimizes your opportunities for employment as a yoga teacher worldwide.

More about Lorraine

Lorraine has been teaching for 14-years. She is a qualified Hatha Yoga teacher, Ashtanga Yoga teacher and a Mindfulness Meditation teacher. She is also currently part of the Iyengar Yoga teacher training program - the longest and most rigorous yoga training. More importantly, she is a committed student of yoga working to improve herself through regular study and practice.

Before being invited to teach public classes, workshops and teacher trainings in Shanghai 7 years ago, she taught extensively in the United States, Hong Kong and her home country South Africa.

Lorraine understands that the skill of teaching, like any other skill, can be learned and refined over time. There are no short cuts; it takes practice, persistence, humility and passion to excel as a teacher. The best way to start, she believes, is to study with a stable, disciplined and experienced teacher who is generous and confident to share knowledge.

ALL CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT AN ONLINE APPLICATION AS THE FIRST STEP IN THE REGISTRATION PROCESS

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience do I need to join the training?
You should have at least 12 months of regular asana practice.  


I am worried that this training is too hard for me. I don’t know if my practice is good enough. Can I do this yoga training if I am not flexible?
It is not necessary to be very flexible or to be able to perform complex poses in order to understand yoga. You must however have a clear foundation practice and want to improve yourself.


What kind of yoga will be taught?
Hatha yoga will be taught on this training. The asana component of the course will focus on body alignment, timing and technique. The aim is to help you become a versatile yoga practitioner skilled in using different methods and tools to achieve your objectives.


I am not sure if I want to teach yoga.  What are the benefits for someone who just wants to learn more?
Most students who attend yoga teacher training courses are not sure if they want to teach.  By taking this course you will find out more about what it is like to teach yoga and even more what it is about to be a proper student of yoga. If you have no desire to teach other people, you will benefit greatly by deepening your personal understanding and learning to become a more independent yoga practitioner. Teach yourself.


I don’t want to teach but I do want to learn more about yoga, will I still get a certificate?
On successful completion of all the required work and hours you will get a certificate.


I am pregnant/injured/have a special condition, can I still do/benefit from the training?
You can certainly benefit from and participate in the course. Yoga is for everyone regardless of the situation that life presents. To be safe however, we recommend that you check with your physician before signing up for the training.


What are the benefits for someone who is already a yoga teacher?
If you are already teaching yoga then you are aware that there is so much to learn. The more open you are to continuing your education, the better equipped and more inspiring you can be as a teacher. Teachers are students first, the learning never stops.


What language will the course be taught in?
English


How do I become a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT)?
Graduates of the course who receive their certificates are eligible to become a registered yoga teacher with Yoga Alliance. To become registered you need to fill out an application form and pay a fee directly to Yoga Alliance.