Yoga Teacher Training & Personal Development (200 hrs)

Olive Tree Yoga and Pilates Studio (OTYP) is excited to offer a Yoga Teacher Training and Personal Development Program beginning September 2011.

Our program provides a foundational understanding of the art of yoga for those interested in teaching and those wishing to build their personal knowledge. The training is holistic in its focus, educating students on Hatha Yoga, Practical Nutrition, and Philosophy and Meditation. The program is flexible in its structure, enabling students the time to reflect and cultivate their own teaching style, or if pursuing solely for personal interest, time to integrate the information supported by a knowledgeable professional. Courses may be taken individually. Classes will be held on alternating Friday evenings and one weekend per month.

The hours committed to nutrition and meditation are unique aspects of our program. Learning about the transformative qualities of eating well and living consciously will serve to deepen students’ understanding of yoga, their ability to assist others in their nutritional and meditation pursuits, and benefit one’s personal well-being.

OTYP certification in yoga will equip graduates with the tools needed for proper yoga instruction, a deeper appreciation of the art, and knowledge to support healthy living.

Hatha Yoga (150 hrs)

Instructors: Marco Racco & Lisa Novembre

Poses from the Ashtanga Yoga Series will be explored in detail to learn the actions of various poses. Students will be able to identify areas of strength and weakness in their body structure and will be taught modifications and supplemental techniques. Participants will focus on using and understanding sequencing in order to adjust the flow of poses to accomodate teaching beginner to intermediate practitioners. Proficiency at teaching classes at the appropriate level of intensity is an important aspect of the teacher training. Restorative Yoga and Pilates will aslo be taught to add variety and balance to the training.

Practical Nutrition (25 hrs)

Instructor: Enza Tartaglia

The course provides an introduction to human nutrition with a discussion of key nutrients and their relationship to health . Students will a have a framework for evaluating nutiritonal needs and food intake of individuals. Participants will have the opportunity to apply the knowledge gained to identify and respond to nutritional problems in order to support healthy living.

Topics:

Nutritional Tools: Dietary Preference Intakes, Canada’s Food Guide, Nutritional Labeling
The Macronutrients: Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins
The Micronutirents: Vitamins, Minerals, Water
Nutritional Assessment Basics
Basic Detoxification Guidelines
Food Quality: Organic, Natural, Genetically Engineered

Meditation & Philosophy (25 hrs)

Instructor: Marco Racco

This course will be a combination of theory and practical exercises. We will explore different cultural approaches to meditation and spritiual philosphy. Theories covered will include the Sutras and Chakras from India, 5-Element Theory from Asia, Moon and Seasonal Lore, and modern ideas such as ‘living in the present moment.’ Students will keep a journal of meditation experiences to be used as a reference and learning tool for the future.

Fees & Registration

Full Program: $3000 + HST

Fee for the full program includes attendance at all regularly scheduled yoga and pilates classes for the duration of the teacher training.

*A non-refundable $200 deposit must be submitted upon registration.

Course Pricing (if pursued individually):

Hatha Yoga Course: $2400 + HST
Nutrition Course: $425 + HST
Philosophy and Meditation: $425 + HST

* A non-refundable $50 deposit must be submitted for each individual course upon registration.

Teacher Training Schedule

September 2011: 16-18, 30
October 2011: 14-16, 28
November 2011: 18-20
December 2011: 1, 9-11
January 2012: 6, 20-22
February 2012: 3, 17-19
March 2012: 2, 16, 24-25, 30
April 2012: 13-15, 27
May 2012: 11-13, 25
June 2012: 8-10

*Dates are subject to change.

Registration Form

You can now download the registration form in PDF format.