YOGA TEACHER TRAINING

Ready to transform to your higher self? Embark on the journey of a lifetime to empower yourself and others.

Grace Yoga + Pilates in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is proud to offer a diverse, yet practical 200 YA RYT Teacher Training.

We're excited to share that this training is designed for those individuals who not only want to teach Yoga but for those who want to deepen and transform their own personal practice.

Training includes:

  • Free, unlimited Yoga classes for the duration of your Yoga teacher training

  • Handbook

  • Opportunities for teaching at Grace after you graduate

Curriculum

Essential Asana Foundations and Techniques

You will learn the structural breakdown from different styles and schools of yoga asana with a strong emphasis on safety and alignment principles. This incudes: breathing, stabilizing, aligning and energetically engaging to further enhance the asanas. You will learn effective verbal and physical cues to help enhance the class experience.

Yoga Philosophy and History

Immerse into various ancient yogic texts and study the many components of this practice, including chakras, bandas, mudras, kriyas, koshas, chanting, Ayurveda and sound therapy. You will learn a combination of techniques from a variety of major hatha yoga systems

Body Structure and Movement (Anatomy)

You will learn the the skeletal system in the body and how it relates to the asanas used to sequence classes. We will also cover the central nervous system in relation to the impact on the physical and energetic body. In learning the body, you will be able to detect typical challenges found in a class of students: tightness, weakness, hyper-mobility, instability, misalignment, etc. You will be equipped with tools necessary enhance the experience of the student safely.

Asana Sequencing and Class Planning

You will learn how to sequence a class creatively, safely, and intentionally. You will gain an understanding of how to bring variety into your yoga classes, set a theme, create a playlist and incorporate the foundations of this training into any class setting.

Pranayama and Meditation

You will learn different forms of Meditation and Pranayama techniques to teach and integrate into your personal practice.

Practicum

Participate in practices, asana labs, practice teaching, and structured practicums that will deepen their personal practices and elevate their teaching.

Creating Space for Self-Transformation

The transformation that Yoga brings makes you more yourself! Dive deep into discovering yourself and chip away uncertainty and sadness which prevents you from finding your own true essence. Explore tools for unending process of self-exploration, discovery and transformation!

Ethics

You will learn that as a yoga teacher, we have a responsibility to uphold yoga’s moral and ethical codes. How we behave in dealing with our students and in business effects how viable yoga is as a higher way of living.

Yoga Teacher Training

FAQ’s

 

What are the dates of the training?

New dates to be announced soon!

What are the hours each Saturday and Sunday?

New times will be announced soon!

Where is the training held?

Training is at our Grace Yoga + Pilates Studio (7384 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70808)

Can I miss any day’s of the training?

One weekend will be acceptable to miss.

Will I be able to teach after completing Teacher Training?

Yes. By successfully completing all of the requirements for Grace Yoga’s Teacher Training Program you will receive your certificate of completion at the 200-Hour Level. You may also register with the Yoga Alliance as a RYT-200, which is the minimum amount studios, gyms, and others look for when hiring yoga teachers.

What if I don’t plan to teach?

No problem! Many students enroll in yoga teacher training simply because they love doing yoga, learning about yoga and want to deepen their own personal practice.

Why should I choose your program over other teacher training programs offered in the area?

The Grace Yoga teacher training program will be the most comprehensive, authentic training you will find. We offer a path for connecting people to yoga like no other. The depth of her knowledge, education and experience is second to none. Our beautiful studio is 5,000 square feet with lots of space to expand and practice your passion.

INVESTMENT

Payment plans are available in monthly installments. A $500 deposit is required to reserve your spot. The deposit is non-refundable unless your application is not accepted. The amounts listed below include your $500 deposit.

 

EARLY BIRD PRICING

$3,000

Your spot will be reserved and the deposit paid 1 month prior to the start of the training.

STANDARD PRICING

$3,200

Your spot must be reserved and the deposit paid 2 weeks prior to the start of the training.

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Please complete the following information form and answer the questions below.

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