Our Fall 200HR Teacher Training program runs 8 weekends spread over 5 months (September 2020 through January 2021). The weekends have spaced a minimum of 2 weekends apart to allow for ample time to absorb the material and practice the teaching components.

Each weekend we explore and dissect various layers of practice including history, philosophy, anatomy, physiology, energetics, breathing, psychology, mindfulness, and more. In addition, we will explore various components of teaching methodology during each weekend module including:

• how to effectively cue and modify postures for all levels and abilities
• introducing breath work in a progressive and gentle way
• sequencing classes intelligently according to goals of practice (Restorative versus invigorating)
• introducing and guiding meditation creatively and cooperatively for diverse needs
• trauma-informed teaching, consent, adjustments, and language

Our vision is to extract meaning and context from ancient practices and combine this with modern ideas from psychology and exercise sciences in order to create accessible classes while honoring the roots of yoga. It is very clear that no two people share the same experiences, this program opens up the dialogue between many therapeutic and movement modalities empowering through the balance of education and exploration.

This course is perfect for those who want a deeper understanding of yoga and how to implement these practices into daily living as well as those who are interested in leading group classes. For those interested in leading workshops, specialty programs, and private yoga we encourage the 500Hr or 800Hr Program.

Weekend Intensives: 

Saturday and Sunday 9:00am-5:00pm * some Friday’s 6:30pm-9:00pm (Weekend 1 and 8)

1. *September 18th-20th (Intro weekend and Orientation. Friday evening will be an introduction evening. Following this weekend there will be a 1 month break time for reading, practice, and an e-learning component)
2. October 17th-18th 
3. October 31st-November 1st
4. November 14th-15th
5. December 5th-6th
6. December 12th-13th
7. January 9th-10th
8. January 23-24th

Homework, Online & Practicum (60HRS): 

Due to the current public safety measures with Covid, we have decided to shift the schedule to reduce in-classroom contact and allow for more hours to be completed online through our online platform. There are many videos and online learning supports which students can utilize during non-classroom hours in order to gain more anatomy, practice components, and applied instruction. Some students may require more homework or online tutorial hours depending on the level of experience, but it typically averages 2-5HRS/week in addition to the scheduled classroom hours.

In addition to the required weekends’ modules, there will be a practical exam component where students will teach a public class of their choosing.  For those students out of town both the practical/assisted teaching will be arranged in home town. These hours are completed after the scheduled classroom hours.

We accept  15 students per cohort

Investment

$3500 plus tax ($3675).
$525 non-refundable deposit is required to hold your spot.
The remaining $3150 plus taxes is due on the first day of classes, or:

We offer flexible payment plans including:

• 3 months
• 6 months
• 12 months

Lead instructor

Michele Theoret; MS; MACP, E-RYT 500, Yoga Therapist, Counselling Therapist

A deposit is required to hold your spot. Deposits are not refundable. Cancelations up to 30 days prior to the event may be issued a credit with Empowered Yoga to be used towards a different program. Unfortunately we are unable to issue a credit or refund the deposit within 30 days of the event. Certificates of completion may be issued upon the successful completion of the requirements above. Once a certificate is issued students may be eligible to register with the Yoga Alliance as an RYT. For more info, contact us at info@empoweredyoga.ca