200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
(Our program meets all requirements for Yoga Alliance's 200 hour teacher training guidelines. We are currently in the process of Yoga Alliance accreditation and hope to have it completed before the program begins. )
This comprehensive 200 hour residential training program will cover the primary aspects of teaching yoga including the history and philosophy of yoga; how to practice and teach asanas, pranayama, meditation, chanting, and kriyas; basic anatomy and physiology; and teaching methodology including safe alignment principles, verbal and hands-on adjustments, and the qualities of being a good teacher. It will consist of 6 full weekends and a 6-day immersion located at Oxford's own Oak Hill Stables Bed and Breakfast.
Oak Hill offers a peaceful environment with beautiful scenery, outdoor walking trails, and a year-round heated pool and hot tub for passing your time between classes. Participants will enjoy three delicious, freshly-prepared vegetarian meals daily and comfortable accommodations in a single or shared room. The residential aspect of the program allows participants to experience the ashram lifestyle--minimizing external distractions and fostering self-growth.
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Dates and Fees:
Tuition...$2200
Lodging and Meals....$1300
Total Program Cost...$3500
6 Full Weekends (beginning Friday at 3 pm through Sunday at 5 pm)
- March 19th-21st: History and Philosophy
- March 26th-28th: Asana and Sanskrit Nomeclature
- April 9th-11th Anatomy and Physiology with Shar Lee (required for graduation)
- April 16th-18th: Teaching Pranayama, Meditation, Chanting, and Kriya
- May 7th-9th: Teaching Skills, Alignment, and Adjustments
- May 14th-16th: Introduction to Ayurveda and the Yogic Diet
The final 6-day Immersion will take place Sunday June 6th-Thursday the 10th and will include further discussion of yogic philosophy, asanas (benefits, contraindications, variations, and modifications), practice teaching, and specialized instruction in prenatal yoga, yoga for kids, and yoga for special needs. There will be a graduation dinner Thursday evening for participants, family, and friends.
Requirements for Acceptance and Graduation
Participants are expected to have a minimum of two years experience and a general understanding of asanas and their common names. We also encourage students to begin a daily meditation practice in preparation for the training. Students will receive a teacher training handbook explaining basic meditation techniques for those who are new to meditation.
If you don't have two years experience, but would like to join us, please contact Mary or Stevi at info@southernstaryoga.com . We are happy to discuss your goals and expectations, and to offer suggestions that will allow you to deepen your yoga journey before the teacher training begins.
300 Hour Advanced Yoga Therapy Training
For those who are seeking the full 500-hours of training through Yoga Alliance, you can supplement our 200-hour program with the 300-hour Advanced Yoga Therapy Training through Inner Peace Yoga Therapy. Join Stevi along with some of the nation's most respected and inspiring instructors in the field of yoga therapy for this advanced training in the hills of North Carolina.
For more information on the Inner Peace Yoga Therapy Program visit their website.
