BACHELOR OF YOGA EDUCATION

A neuro-psychology / trauma-informed therapeutic-touch based approach to hot yoga education

Registered Yoga School (RYS 200) with the Yoga Alliance
Established: 2019

KUUMA YOGA’S
FOUNDATIONAL PILLARS

Our school’s philosophy is rooted firmly in our foundational pillars. This course is designed to create space for you to embark on a self discovery journey to find your unique voice. We will teach you the technical skills, but it is your responsibility to do the personal work in order to peel off the layers of protection that prevent you from showing up in a position of leadership. This program is a deep-dive for students who want to advance to teaching OR for students who simply want to take their practice deeper than just a public studio class.

1 FOCUS

(Drishti): Concentrate on one thing at a time, whether it's a point in yoga or a personal conflict. This involves direct attention and meditation.

2 CREATE SPACE

(Pranayama): Use breathwork in yoga or take distance from conflict in life. This helps gain new perspectives and mental clarity.

3 STAY UNCOMFORTABLE

(Bandhas): Embrace discomfort in yoga poses or in life situations. Extend periods of discomfort to discover new insights and grow.

4 GO TO THE EDGE

(Tapas): Push limits in yoga and life. Challenge yourself beyond comfort zones, like having difficult conversations or taking on stressful situations.

5 FLOW

(Vinyasa): Achieve a state of flow where mental chatter quiets and creativity emerges. This state unites breath, movement, and thought, leading to discovery and connection with the spirit.

Embrace a yoga training experience like no other at KUUMA YOGA

Our RYS 200 (Registered Yoga School) program is a testament to our commitment to pioneering new paths in yoga education. By integrating neuro-psychological principles and trauma-informed approaches, we offer a unique, multi-sensory experience that goes beyond physical practice. This program is tailored for those who aspire to not only teach yoga but also to lead in the realms of mental and emotional well-being.

We are proud to be Moncton's exclusive Registered Yoga School certified by the Yoga Alliance. We uniquely provide a dedicated studio space and a Yoga Alliance-registered educational environment right here in Moncton.

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MEET YOUR LEAD TRAINER

ANDIE

CREATIVE ARTIST, EDUCATOR
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (‘11)
Bachelor of Education (‘13)
E-RYT 200 Therapeutic Approach Yoga Studio
E-RYT 500 Therapeutic Approach Yoga Studio
4000+ Hours of Studio Teaching Experience

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We will have guest teachers and other educators as part of the YTT faculty, but Andie is the lead teacher trainer.

YOGA ALLIANCE CURRICULUM CATEGORIES

Techniques, Training, and Practice (75 hours)

This includes asanas, pranayama, meditation, and related practices

Yoga Humanities (30 hours)

This involves the study of yoga history, philosophy, and ethics.

Anatomy and Physiology (30 hours)

This covers the skeletal system, physiology, and biomechanics.

Professional Essentials (50 hours)

This focuses on teaching methodology, professional development, and practicum.

200 HOUR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
COURSE OFFERING 2024-2025

BACHELOR OF YOGA EDUCATION
200 RYS® (Yoga Alliance)

TECHNIQUES, TRAINING AND PRACTICE - (TTP) 75 HOURS

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY (AP) 30 HOURS

YOGA HUMANITIES (YHE) 30 HOURS

PROFESSIONAL ESSENTIALS (PE) 50 HOURS

Semester 1: Foundations of Yoga Practice

YOG101: SOMATIC YIN & TOUCH
Hours: 17.5 (TTP: 7.5, AP: 10)
Description: Basics of teaching yin yoga, offering safe and clinical therapeutic touch, anatomy of touch, consent to touch, and practice teaching yin with touch techniques.

YOG102: VINYASA & SEQUENCING (BASIC YOGA TECHNIQUES)
Hours: 17.5 (TTP: 10, PE: 7.5)
Description: The basics of teaching vinyasa, posture clinic for basic asana positions, how to sequence a class, different types of sequencing, teaching by demonstration, and basic yoga teaching techniques including presence, voice, bodily awareness, and cueing.

YOG103: HOT YOGA & SEQUENCING (INTERMEDIATE YOGA PRACTICES)
Hours: 17.5 (TTP: 10, PE: 7.5)
Description: Intermediate hot yoga sequencing, posture clinic for more challenging poses, finding your voice, mastering observation of the room, teaching without demonstrating, and advanced yoga teaching techniques.

YOG104: BASIC ASSISTS & ANATOMY
Hours: 17.5 (TTP: 10, AP: 7.5)
Description: Basic assists for vinyasa & sequencing, anatomy of each posture, where to assist/touch, consent to touch, verbal and non-verbal consent tools, practice teaching and assisting, and mini evaluation.

Semester 2: Deepening Yoga Knowledge

YOG105: YOGA PHILOSOPHY & HISTORY
Hours: 17.5 (YHE: 17.5)
Description: Exploration of yoga's historical development, key philosophical texts, and concepts. Applying these concepts on and off the mat, being an authentic teacher, relating ancient texts to modern life, and understanding the 8-limbed yogic path.

YOG106: MODERN YOGA & ETHICS
Hours: 17.5 (YHE: 17.5)
Description: Discussion of ethical principles in yoga and their application in today's global practice, living yoga on and off the mat, practicing cleanliness of thought, speech, and embodiment, and understanding yamas and niyamas.

YOG107: TEACHING METHODOLOGY & BUSINESS OF YOGA
Hours: 17.5 (PE: 17.5)
Description: Practical aspects of running a yoga business, including marketing, legal issues, studio management, payment, invoicing, insurance, franchising, professionalism, content creation, and energy exchange.

YOG108: APPLIED ANATOMY
Hours: 17.5 (AP: 17.5)
Description: Applying anatomy, biology, and physiology to yoga classes, understanding the muscular and skeletal systems, fascia, endocrine system, neurology, biology, yoga sex, metabolism, and nutrition.

Semester 3: Advanced Techniques & Professional Development

YOG109: ADVANCED TECHNIQUES & TEACHING PRACTICE
Hours: 17.5 (TTP: 10, PE: 7.5)
Description: Advanced asana postures in vinyasa & hot yoga, sequencing a more advanced power class, using additional teaching tools like music, hands-on assists, complex sequencing, and teaching from observation.

YOG110: REVIEW & PRACTICUM
Hours: 17.5 (TTP: 10, PE: 7.5)
Description: Reviewing all material discussed, filling in blanks, practice teaching, sequencing your own class, including hands-on assists, playlist curation, using the environment, voice, and authentic presence.

YOG111: SOMATIC BREATHWORK
Hours: 17.5 (TTP: 7.5, AP: 10)
Description: Pranayama, modern breathing techniques, how to instruct breath, what to expect, contraindications, presence in leading breathwork, different types of breathwork, and understanding sympathetic vs parasympathetic systems.

YOG112: MEDITATION & EMBODIMENT
Hours: 17.5 (TTP: 7.5, AP: 5, YHE: 5)
Description: Focus on integration and embodiment, exploring meditation techniques, somatic touch, subtle energy, mental focus, different types of meditation, and understanding the brain-body connection.

200 Hour Summary:

Techniques, Training and Practice (TTP): 75 hours
Yoga Humanities (YHE): 30 hours
Anatomy & Physiology (AP): 30 hours
Professional Essentials (PE): 50 hours
Practicum & Electives: 15 hours

This curriculum provides a comprehensive education for aspiring yoga teachers, ensuring they are well-equipped with practical skills, ethical understanding, anatomical knowledge, and professional acumen.

UPON COMPLETION OF ALL 12 COURSES + WRITTEN EXAM + PRACTICUM, YOU WILL RECEIVE YOUR YOGA ALLIANCE CERTIFICATION + BACHELOR OF YOGA EDUCATION. THIS CERTIFICATION IS RECOGNIZED INTERNATIONALLY AND FOLLOWS THE INDUSTRY STANDARDS FOR TEACHING PROFESSIONAL YOGA.

TUITION & FEES

Tuition costs are subject to 15% hst

DEPOSIT

$200

A non-refundable $200 deposit is required to confirm your space in the program.

PAY IN FULL

After paying your deposit, you can either pay in full $1000 (and receive a $296 discount)

$1000

OR

MONTHLY

You can pay $108 monthly for 12 months. You will need a valid credit card on file and will be automatically billed each month.

$108

Tuition and Payment Options:

Deposit: Upon acceptance into the program, a deposit of $200 + HST is required. This deposit will be applied toward your total tuition, leaving a balance of $1,000 + HST to be paid either in one payment or over 12 monthly payments.

Total Tuition Cost: $1200 + HST, when paid in full.

Monthly Payment Option: $108 + HST per month over 12 months.

SAVE $296 when you pay in full

PROGRAM SCHEDULE & DATES

Dates are tentative and subject to change due to scheduling conflicts.

July 26-28, 2024

SOMATIC YIN & TOUCH
(17.5 hours)

698 Main St, Moncton, New Brunswick
@ KUUMA Yoga Studio

September 27-29, 2024

VINYASA & SEQUENCING (BASIC YOGA TECHNIQUES)
(17.5 hours)