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200 hr Yoga Instructor Diploma Course

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500 hr Advanced Yoga Instructor Diploma

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Yoga Therapy Certification

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Pre-Post Natal Yoga Teacher Certification

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Kids Yoga Teacher Certification

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We provide the following Yoga Courses to suit those who are seeking proper Yoga Teacher Training Certification and Diploma to become a professional Yoga Instructor.

• 200 hr Yoga Instructor Diploma Course
• 500 hr Advanced Yoga Instructor Diploma
• Yoga Therapy Certification
• Pre-Post Natal Yoga Teacher Certification
• Kids Yoga Teacher Certification

RECOGNITION

We are a Registered Yoga School (RYS) with Yoga Alliance, USA, surpassing their strict criteria of the Yoga Instructor Course requirements. There are only 4 RYS in Malaysia (as at Sept 2006). We are also in alliance with International Yoga Federation standards from India, Asia Yoga Teachers’ Association and International Shivaananda Kendra is our India exclusive partner.

Our First teacher training centre was started in Singapore in collaboration with Shiva Yoga Kendra, Chennai. More than 1000 teachers have been trained in Singapore and Malaysia to date. We have been approved by the government authorities namely the Ministry of Manpower and Singapore Sports Council to train, qualify and certify yoga instructors in Singapore.

Our students have come from places like UK, USA, Australia, South Africa, Japan, China, India, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, Kuwait and many other countries. Most of them carry our Diplomas and certificates and have either opened their very own yoga centres in these countries or have joined fitness centres like California Fitness, True Yoga, True Fitness, Planet Fitness, Philip Wain, Clark Hatch, Fitness First, Fitness Plus, hotels like Shangri-La, Westin, Sheraton and many spas and yoga centres worldwide.

200 hr Yoga Instructor Diploma Course

For more details, please visit www.tirisulayoga.com

COURSE DETAILS

In this course, you will learn a few aspects namely; (i) Practical as in yoga asanas (postures), kriyas (cleansing), pranayama (breathing) practice, mudras, bandhas, warm ups etc. (ii) Theory as in history, philosophy of yoga, human anatomy and physiology, nutrition, body alignments, body types,  etc. (iii) Teaching as in practice giving instructional cues, teaching methodology etc. (iv) Practicum is to gain experience and apply the things you have learnt while teaching a class.
 

Asana Practice, Pranayama, Kriyas, Teaching Methodology, Relaxation and Guided Imagery
Principles of demonstration, observation, assisting/correcting, instruction, teaching styles, qualities of a teacher and how to become a good, safe Yoga instructor are all subject matters we focus on. Lineage will be explored with respect regarding each student’s path. Throughout the training teachers will place a lot of emphasis on teaching methodology, body reading and patterning. As such it is necessary to emphasize safety for both teacher and student in this process. On the whole, about 150 asanas and variations would be covered. Relaxation techniques, pacing, voice modulation, music, and imagery will be taught. Pranayama, the benefits of it, practices and correct techniques will be taught. Students will also get to practice kriyas (purification techniques) during the course. Pls visit our photo gallery.
 

Anatomy and Physiology
During the course of this training there will be anatomy and physiology offered. The major systems in the human body will covered to give a basic understanding and how it relates to yoga and how yoga can help. Injury analysis, muscles, bones, organs, glands, nerves, cardiovascular, digestive and respiratory functions are covered. Chakras are also covered. Body alignment will be covered in detail to give potential teachers an important and proper tool to modify asanas to each and every students needs. 
 

Philosophy, Ethics & Lifestyle
Many personal stories of our own experiences in studying and teaching Yoga will be shared throughout the training. Traditional concepts of yoga will be explained in the modern context to make you understand better.
Ethics will be emphasized throughout the training program. We will also discuss insurance, injury in Yoga class, professionalism with all students and colleagues and how to keep the Yoga space safe when teaching. Ethics through agreements, presentations and purpose of teacher-student relationships will be covered.
 

Mantras, Meditation, Bandhas, Eastern and Western concepts on diet and nutrition
Mysteries of the mind, techniques and obstacles to meditation will be covered. Practical sessions of meditation will be included to let you experience the wonders and the blissfulness of meditation. Simple mantras will be taught and concept of kundalini and nadis and its relation to the spinal cord.
 

Others
How to start a yoga business, marketing, sales, franchising and licensing. Affiliations and registration as a yoga teacher internationally.
 

Practicum
All students will have ample opportunity to observe us teaching, as well as each other during student teaching exercises. Teachers will create smaller groups for the students to teach each other and get feedback from each other concerning their teaching techniques. Some student teaching and a whole lot of discussion about how to see through the eyes of an observant Yoga teacher will be focused on throughout this training. Our past graduates report this was effective for their preparation for teaching. Participants would also be required to teach 20 hours.
 

Project Work
There will be certain "homework" assignments asked of you. The writing exercises are meant to be interesting explorations for you to record on paper. Teachers encourage you to do daily writing in your personal journal from the beginning to the end of the training. The process of this training will take you to new places of understanding and this will be encouraged through reading, writing and other artistic expressions; as well as through asana and meditation practice.
You can take this opportunity to build up your own portfolio, taking pictures of your favourite asanas and compile into a project.

 

WHO CAN JOIN

Anyone with at least 6 months of Yoga practice (or 100 hours of regular practice) without any major medical conditions that may hinder in practicing may join. As long as you have an interest in learning yoga, we welcome you to come with an open mind.

If you're not sure, please email us at kl@onefitness.com.my to consult our Master Trainers.

 

AFTER THE COURSE

We encourage our graduates to constantly upgrade and improve themselves even after the course. To be a more recognized and professional yoga teacher, you should apply as a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) with the Yoga Alliance, USA and also with our Institute in India.

To be eligible, you must meet the minimum requirements of 200 hours of accumulated teaching, courses and also attend yoga related workshops with any RYS. We conduct workshops frequently for our students and the public. Yoga retreat is held every 4 months to expose our students to training and education in India and overseas.

With more experience, knowledge and dedication, you will become a true yoga teacher who is qualified and recognized.


DURATION OF COURSE

This International Yoga Instructor Diploma Course will take typically 8 weeks to complete, depending on the schedule. However, the total number of hours is fixed. For overseas students or those in other parts of Malaysia, you can opt for the 2 weeks intensive course. The number of hours of the course is as below:

Theory and Practical 10 lessons of 8 hours each, 80 hours
Teaching Practice 2 lessons of 8 hours each, 16 hours
Examination 1 sessions of 8 hours each, 8 hours
Project Work 20 hours
Practicum 20 hours
Total 144 hours


REQUIREMENTS TO PASS


• Full attendance unless with valid reasons
• Pass all exams: Practical, teaching, theory and project work (min 60%)
• Self-practice
• Practicum of 20 hours
• Good conduct, participation and good attitude towards learning

No smoking and drinking of alcohol during the course. Vegetarian diet is greatly encouraged.

For more details, please visit www.tirisulayoga.com

Preparation before the course

Participants are encouraged to practice the Surya Namaskar, Sun Salutation (A 12 step sequence) daily for about 6 rounds and Yoga asanas (postures) at least twice a week.

For theory, participants can read up on books or surf the internet for knowledge on the human anatomy (e.g. digestive, cardiovascular, muscular, endocrine, skeletal system etc). Read up on what is yoga, history of yoga and the yoga postures.

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WHAT TO BRING

For the course, please be geared in Yoga attire, i.e. clothes comfortable for yoga postures practice.

• Yoga Mat
• Towel
• Water
• Note pad and writing materials
• Change of clothes
• Camera and laptop for project purpose (optional)

FEES

This is our 2008 fees for our 200 hr Yoga Instructor Diploma Course. Our fees are fixed and non-negotiable.

Early bird (6 weeks before course start date): MYR 6500
Non-early bird (3 weeks before course start date): MYR 6800

Fees include training, course materials, one time examination and one time certification.
Fees exclude food, accommodation, transport, yoga accessories (e.g. yoga mat, yoga belts, jala neti pot, kriya equipments)

For those who need to take a re-examination in any segment (practical, teaching and theory), the examination fees of RM500 is applicable from 2008 onwards.

SCHEDULE, DATES

Please visit www.tirisulayoga.com for more details on schedule.

Please email us at kl@onefitness.com.my for more details.

 

500 hr Yoga Instructor Diploma Course

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