Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training – Level 1

This program is life-transforming and is for everyone.
Whether you are interested in becoming a teacher or wanting to deepen your yoga practice and knowledge.

The Aquarian Teacher Training Level 1: Foundation® is the first level of a three tiered KRI Certified Teacher Training Program of Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan. Upon the completion of this transformative course you will become a Certified Kundalini Yoga instructor and qualify to apply as a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYS®) at the 200hr-level by Yoga Alliance.

Throughout this 220+ hour, 8 month program, you will be part of a supportive, yogic community who will share this deep experience into the teachings with you. Taking the time to meet over nine weekends with manageable hours allows you to integrate the teachings gracefully into your daily life while respecting your personal, family and work obligations.

You will be supported by a team of dedicated KRI Trainers who are members of the KRI Aquarian Academy and are available to you locally between weekends for the duration of the program and beyond.

In this program life-long relationships and deep bonds of trust will form that fulfill the longing of the soul for fellowship and spiritual community.

Our final weekend together is a 3 day, 2 night retreat at a nearby waterfront Retreat Centre, LeViceroy Auberge and Spa, just 50 minutes from Ottawa in Lac Simon, Quebec, the perfect way to acknowledge your commitment, dedication and newly acquired knowledge by being surrounded by fellowship and community.

LeViceroy Auberge and Spa is a year round country lodge in peaceful, quiet surroundings featuring hotel accomodations, dining room for all meals, a spring-fed lake with clear water for swimming and boating, private beach, walking trails, Nordik Baths, sauna and wellness spa.

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View our PranaShanti – KRI Level 1 Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training Video

Foundations introduces the student to the principles and practices of the self-sensory human, and explores how Kundalini Yoga and yogic lifestyle can harmonise and uplift the human experience and awaken your true potential. There are six principle components in the Level One program:

Kriya and Meditation: The foundation of Kundalini Yoga
The theory and practice of Kundalini Yoga kriyas (yoga sets), asanas, and mudras.  Explore the nature of the mind and its training through Kundalini Yoga meditations, mantras and pranayam (breathing techniques).

Humanology and Philosophy: The Lifestyle of a Kundalini Yoga Teacher
The history and tradition of Kundalini Yoga, as well as the underlying philosophy behind all yogic practices. The technologies of Kundalini Yoga as they apply to healing and humanology (the science of daily living), including diet, nutrition, and relationships.

Anatomy and Physiology: Essentials of Yogic and Functional Anatomy
Traditional Western Anatomy, its purpose and function, including the respiratory, nervous, immune, musculoskeletal, circulatory, endocrine, and digestive systems and their relation to the practice and teaching of yoga.  Also, Yogic anatomy and the energy systems of the body including the chakras, nadis, pranas and vayus, and the the yogic bodies.

Consciousness of a Teacher: Virtues and Values of Living in the Golden Chain
The skills and techniques to become an effective instructor, including practical strategies for teaching beginners, ethical guidelines, curriculum development, and the transformational role of the teacher in developing a successful yoga practice.

The Master’s Touch: Cultivating a Connection to the Master
Connect with Yogi Bhajan through DVD classes and study.

The Practicum: Teaching from Day One
Practical experience instructing a yoga class under the supervision of a KRI Yoga Teacher Trainer, receiving written evaluation and student feedback.

Believing that your learning is enriched and deepened by studying and learning from a variety of experienced trainers, PranaShanti brings in renowned trainers from around the world. Our Teaching Team will lead you on your transformational journey of self mastery using the science and technology of Kundalini Yoga.  All of our Teachers are KRI certified Teacher Trainers and always available to you:

• Devinder Kaur ~ Ottawa – Lead Trainer, Director of PranaShanti
• Guru Raj Kaur ~ Vancouver – Lead Trainer, co-founding Director of Yoga West
• Dr. Mahan Rishi Singh ~ Pennsylvania – Lead Trainer, Chiropractor, co-founder of Khalsa Healing Arts
• Dev Suroop Kaur ~ New Mexico – Lead Trainer and Recording Artist

Meet your Kundalini Yoga Teacher Trainers

Open House Information Sessions

Please check back for Open House dates where you can ask questions and learn more about the program. For immediate questions please call the Centre at 613.761.9642 (YOGA) or email info@pranashanti.com.

Dates

One Weekend per Month – October 2013 to June 2014

• October 18-19-20, 2013;
• November 15-16-17, 2013;
• December 6-7-8, 2013;
• January 17-18-19, 2014;
• February 14-15-16, 2014;
• March 21-22-23, 2014;
• April 11-12-13, 2014;
• May 2014 – White Tantric Yoga (Toronto);
• May 16-17-18, 2014; and
• June 6-7-8, 2014 – Weekend Retreat (meals and accommodation included).

Hours

Fridays 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM, Saturdays 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Sundays 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM.

Tuition

PranaShanti offers 3 payment options:

• Pay in full before October 1st, 2013: $2,900.00 + HST; or
• Pay in full on or after October 1st, 2013: $3,100.00 + HST; or
• Payment Plan: Deposit of $500 on or before October 1st, 2013 and equal monthly payments for a total of $3,300.00 + HST.

The following is included in the course:

• Course fees for all instruction (220 hours over 8 months);
• All required KRI approved textbooks and manuals;
• A retreat weekend (3 days and 2 nights), includes food and accommodation;
• 20 Class Yoga Package at PranaShanti;
• A one-year Membership with IKYTA – the International Kundalini Yoga Teachers’ Association (value $130);
• During training students receive 10% off purchases at PranaShanti for such items as CD’s, books, yoga manuals, yoga clothing, yoga mats and sheepskins.

Registration

Register Online, by telephone or in person.

• Refunds (minus a $300 Administration Fee) are available up to 5 days before the starting date.
• No refunds on or after the course begins;
• 10% Student Discount for full time students and seniors;
• Minimum registration is 15 students;
• Maximum registration is 25 students.

See also: kundalini yoga teacher training level 2; kundalini yoga teacher training level 3; hatha yoga teacher training; hatha yoga teaching team;yin yoga teaching training and kundalini yoga teaching team.

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“If you want to learn something, read about it. If you want to understand something, write about it. If you want to master something, teach it.” Yogi Bhajan.

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