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200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2009-2010

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Introduction
Thank you for examining Alignment Yoga’s Advanced Studies/Teacher Training Program. Whether you desire a deepening understanding of your practice and/or aspire to teach, we have the experience and expertise to facilitate your growth.

This program is based on Scott Anderson's nearly 20 years of teaching and 15 years training teachers. Participants will receive extensive instruction in the art & science of Hatha Yoga and the skills needed to safely & competently teach this ancient practice.

Many yoga schools teach the outer form of yoga postures (a knee here, an elbow there...), but neglect teaching the art of modifying the techniques to the needs of individuals. We emphasize that form follows function in the practice of Hatha Yoga. Rather than memorizing endless names and details, you will be encouraged to think for yourself as you refine your observational skills. We firmly believe, to paraphrase the old adage, it's better to teach a man to fish than to simply give him a fish to eat.

Trying to be everything to everybody generally dooms an endeavor to mediocrity. Every program director is thus faced with choices – their priority list, so to speak. While our program complies faithfully with Yoga Alliance National Certification Guidelines, we’ve placed particular emphasis in two areas.

  • Our exploration of the techniques of asana, pranayama, bandha and kriya are comprehensive and backed with a rigorous study of anatomy & physiology. You will understand not only the inner workings of these techniques, but develop an extensive array of techniques to transmit your understanding to your students.
  • We study the history and philosophy of the Hatha Yoga practice with a master Sanskrit scholar. Former University of Bombay professor Nagindas Sanghavi capably shows us the grace & beauty of such seminal texts as the Bhagavad Gita and The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. Nagindas is not simply a scholar from India with 70 years teaching experience, but an animated & engaging teacher. We feel very fortunate that Nagindas has been with our program since its inception!

We are honored you are considering our program. Our quality instructors, low student- teacher ratio (10:1) and many years of teaching experience ensure a rewarding experience. We trust you’ll contact us with any questions that may arise.


Program Brochure
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Training Dates
The 200-hour program occurs over 15 months, with one weekend per month. Each weekend, the program runs from 12PM to 7PM on Saturday and 9AM to 4PM on Sunday. The dates for the upcoming training are:

  • January 24 & 25, 2009
  • February 21 & 22, 2009
  • March 28 & 29, 2009
  • April 25 & 26, 2009
  • May 30 & 31, 2009
  • June 20 & 21, 2009
  • July 25 & 26, 2009
  • August 29 & 30, 2009
  • September 26 & 27, 2009
  • October 24 & 25, 2009
  • November 21 & 22, 2009
  • December 19 & 20, 2009
  • January 30 & 31, 2010
  • February 27 & 28, 2010
  • March 27 & 28, 2010


Required Reading Material
Five texts are required in the 200-hour Advanced Studies Training. The following texts are widely distributed and you can find them at most (online) booksellers:

  • The Secret Power of Yoga by Nischala Joy Devi
  • Anatomy Coloring Book (third edition) by Kapit and Elson
  • Pelvic Power by Eric Franklin

These texts are harder to find and are available through the Alignment Yoga Store:


How to Apply
To enroll in the Alignment Yoga Advanced Studies/Teacher Certification Program, please submit the application letter, reference letter, resume and $100 deposit. Applications are due December 1st, 2008. The full course fee is $3300.

Letter of Application – This is the heart of the application in which you communicate who you are, who you are becoming and what major events and influences have helped shape you. What has shaped your approach to yoga, your practice, your way of carrying yourself in this world? What do you hope to gain from attending this training? Why are you choosing to apply to this training? Include a history of your yoga training, practice and teachers.

Resume – Using an outline form, summarize your educational and employment history. List your participation in other trainings and workshops. Describe your leisure time pursuits. Be sure to include your mailing address, telephone number(s) and e-mail address.

Letters of Recommendation – You may obtain a letter of recommendation from your yoga teacher(s). In the event you have difficulty procuring a letter from your primary yoga teacher, please include a letter from a colleague, other teacher or friend describing your suitability for advanced studies in yoga.

You will be contacted upon receipt of application and an admissions interview will be scheduled (in-person or via telephone). If accepted into the program, instructions for completing payment will be sent to you.

Application materials may be mailed to:

Alignment Yoga Teacher Certification Program
PO Box 144
Blue Mounds, WI 53517

To begin the registration process, choose a payment amount below and click "Add to cart." Be sure to send in your application materials as described above. The deposit counts toward the full amount. In the event you are not admitted to the program, the deposit will be fully refunded.