VINYASA :: 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training

Next session begins September 20, 2024

You are unique, and so is your yoga practice. Your yoga training should be no exception.

At Aya Yoga Oasis we embrace our differences - and thrive together in community. Aya Yoga Oasis' 200-hour training will empower you to become a mindful, intentional teacher through an integrated training curriculum that emphasizes teaching to all levels and abilities.

Over the course of six months, you will dive deep into a better understanding of your own personal practice, study rich history, philosophy, and the origins of the practice, learn foundational teaching techniques and methodology, begin to craft your own unique voice and share your experiences in a supportive community.

The Aya Yoga Oasis 200-hour teacher training meets on select weekends from September 2024 - February 2025. 

Dates and schedule:
Fridays 5:30-8:30 pm
Saturdays 9 am-6 pm
Sundays 9 am-4 pm

Exact dates = Sept 20-22; Oct 4-6 & 18-20; Nov 1-3 & 15-17; Dec 6-8; Jan 10-12 & 24-26; Feb 7-9 & 21-23.

Core Curriculum Content:
185 hours of in-person training and practice
15 hours of coursework as well as readings from required texts

Philosophy and History of yoga and its lineages: 
Yoga philosophy, history, and the Yoga Sutras
Power Vinyasa Yoga Lineage
Teaching Methodology

Asana, anatomy, and alignment:
Foundational poses
Alignment principles 
Anatomical principles
Anatomy for breathwork

Sequencing and teaching practicum:
Learn and practice teaching Aya's signature FIRE (power vinyasa) and WATER (slow flow vinyasa) sequencing blueprint 
Adapt sequence blueprints to create various classes for different levels, themes, and energetic effects
Inclusive language and teaching to diverse audiences 

Meditation:
Meditation basics and types of meditation
Establishing a personal meditation practice
How and why to include meditation in Asana-focused classes
Mudras and Mantras

Subtle body:
Pranayama
Chakras and Nadis
Koshas and Kleshas
Prana Vayus

Sanskrit: 
Terms and basics of the root language of yoga
Sanskrit names of the poses in the Fire and Water sequences 
How and why to include Sanskrit in teaching

Business of yoga and ethics:
How to prepare and audition for teaching positions
How to prepare to start your yoga business
Insurance, liability, basic bookkeeping
Marketing and promotion
Yoga Ethics and the impact of Western Culture

Self-study:
Develop your personal practice
Attend a minimum of 10 group classes
Observe 4 group classes
Complete detailed self-inquiry into how Western culture impacts your practice
Complete all homework as assigned and receive a passing grade of 80% on final exam

Pricing:
Early Bird pricing: $3,400.00
Full Tuition: $3,900.00
- Tuition includes an unlimited membership for the duration of the training dates as well as a copy of the extensive FIRE+WATER vinyasa manual and supplies. Required texts are not included in tuition.

-Payment plans are available.
-Inquire about our diversity and financial need-based scholarship (2 are available at $1700 each) at info@ayayogaoasis.com