Hatha Yoga Teacher Training

Interested in deepening your yoga practice on and off the mat? Interested in taking your experience to the next level by becoming a yoga teacher?

PranaShanti Yoga Centre offers internationally recognized Yoga Teacher Training programs in Hatha Yoga and Kundalini Yoga. We are an approved 200-hour Registered Yoga School (RYS) through Yoga Alliance. Our Hatha and Kundalini Teacher Training Programs are approved by Yoga Alliance.

PranaShanti Yoga Centre is an approved certified private educational institution by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).  Our Yoga Teacher Training programs were reviewed by HRSDC and determined to be part-time educational programs. 

Beginning in 2009, students taking PranaShanti Yoga Teacher Training programs will receive an official tuition fee receipt (CRA Tuition, Education, and Textbook Amounts Certificate (T2202A)) which will allow students to qualify for Tuition and Education Tax Credits on their personal income tax for the tuition paid for these programs.

Our Hatha Yoga Teacher Training program offers the possibility to really dive into the teachings, both physically, mentally and spiritually. The PranaShanti Teacher Training program is a total of 210 hours including 180+ contact hours and 30 personal hours held over 2 modules.

This format provides future teachers exposure to as much knowledge and hands on practice teaching time as possible. In order to graduate from the program and obtain the required hours for Yoga Alliance certification, students need to complete both modules.

Module 1 is an intensive week beginning July 17th to 25th, 2010, at a private waterfront retreat property about an hour from Ottawa, Ontario.  This module includes 84 contact hours + 15 hours self study. 

You can expect to be submerged in the teachings for a week while enjoying a beautiful serene environment.

This module includes a deep understanding of meditation & asana practices, anatomy, philosophy and a daily group practice or Sadhana.

The timings are Saturday, July 17th, 2010 - noon to 5:00 PM at PranaShanti Yoga Centre for introductions, Q&A and preparation for the retreat.  Then, Sunday, July 18th, 2010 to Sunday, July 25th, 2010, 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM daily at the retreat.

Module 2 begins August 6th, 2010 and is held over 7 weekends (Friday 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM, Saturday 11 AM to 6:30 PM and Sunday 11:30 AM to 6:30 PM) at the PranaShanti Yoga Centre.

This module consists of teaching practice/coaching with peers and students, deeper digging into the anatomy in motion, philosophy & sutras, discussions, and preparing teachers to enter the yoga teaching world.  This module includes 110 contact hours + 15 hours self study.

Dates:

Faculty: Guy Tardif, Alison Finney, Jennifer Stackhouse, Nicole Schramm other guest teachers.

Please call 613.761.9642 (YOGA) for more information.

Minimum Registration: 10 students.

Register online, by telephone or in person.  Payment plans, a Work Exchange and Scholarship Program are also available.

Module 1 Tuition Options:

Option #1 - Pay in Full Before July 1st, 2010:  $1,850.00 + GST.

Option #2 - Pay in Full On or After July 1st, 2010:  $2,050.00 + GST.

Option #3 - Payment Plan $2,300.00 + GST.  A deposit of $500.00 + GST on or before the start date and equal payments until the end of this module.

Module 1 Tuition Includes:  Class instruction, yoga text books/manual, 5 class package at PranaShanti, personal mentorship, home study assignment/projects, 3 vegetarian meals per day and lodging while at the retreat. During the retreat enjoy swimming, canoeing, nature walks and campfires.

Refunds (minus a $300 Administration Fee) are available up to 1 week before the starting date. No refunds after the starting date. 

Registration for Module 1 closes July 12th, 2010 at 5:00 PM.

Module 2 Tuition Options:

Option #1 - Pay in Full Before July 30th, 2010:  $1,650.00 + GST.

Option #2 - Pay in Full On or After July 30th, 2010:  $1,850.00 + GST.

Option #3 - Payment Plan $2,100.00 + GST.  A deposit of $500.00 + GST on or before the start date and equal payments until the end of this module.

Module 2 Tuition Includes:  Class instruction, yoga text books/manual, 5 class package at PranaShanti, personal mentorship, home study assignment/projects, practice teaching and certification.

Refunds (minus a $300 Administration Fee) are available up to 1 week before the starting date. No refunds after the starting date.

Registration for Module 2 closes August 3rd, 2010 at 5:00 PM.

Work Exchange and Scholarship Programs:

In the spirit of community and to support students becoming Yoga Teachers we are offering 2 amazing opportunities.  We recognise that Yoga Teacher Training is a life commitment and it can also be costly.  Through the generosity of donations we are offering one Work Exchange Program and one Scholarship Program for a total of 2 students.

1. PranaShanti Work Exchange Program: In exchange for working with the Teacher Trainers, this program offers the ability for a student to earn full certification at no monetary cost, (full price of the program is $3,500.00 + GST). Participation in this program requires full attendance at all modules and the commitment of approximately 35-40 hours of seva or service hours per module in addition to the regular program hours. The Work Exchange program is available to students with an annual income of less than $30,000.00.

Duties include assisting the Teacher Trainers onsite during the course, corresponding with students during and outside the course, preparing training material, and assisting with program administration and facilities setup and take down. It is a wonderful opportunity to learn side-by-side with the trainers. Once your application is received, you will be contacted for an in person interview. Upon acceptance, your space will be held in the program.

2. PranaShanti Scholarship Program: As part of the Scholarship the student will work directly with the Teacher Trainers to support the program, trainers and students. Participation in this program requires full attendance at all modules. The Scholarship provides a 50% discount off the full tuition price (full price of the program is $3,500.00 + GST, Scholarship price is $1,750.00 + GST) in exchange for 15-20 hours of seva or service per module. The scholarship is available to individuals with an annual income of less than $30,000.

Duties include assisting the Teacher Trainers onsite during the course, corresponding with students during and outside the course, preparing training material, and assisting with program administration and facilities setup and take down. It is a wonderful opportunity to learn side-by-side with the trainers. Once your application is received, you will be contacted for an in person interview. Upon acceptance, a non-refundable fee of $100 will be required to hold your space.

How to Apply:

In addition to providing a resume by email to info@PranaShanti.com please provide answers to the following questions:

1. Why are you applying?

2. How would you describe yourself, i.e. qualities, strengths, how you relate to others, any issues or aspects of yourself you are working on?

3. Describe your current yoga practice.

4. Some of the work/service assignments may involve physical activity. Do you have any limitations that may restrict your ability in such activities?

5. Please provide us with two work-related references.

6. Please provide us with a letter of reference from a certified Yoga Teacher.

The close off date for applications for the Work Exchange and Scholarship Programs is July 12th, 2010 at 5:00 PM.
 

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