• Vital Principles of Practice
• Principles of Demonstration
• Principles of Observation – The Art of Seeing
• Principles of Adjusting
• Efficient Instructions
• Understanding Sequencing
• Pronunciation of Asana names
• Non-violent Communication – Teacher Student Relationship
• Utilizing props when necessary or appropriate
• Business Aspects of Teaching
• Preparing your own programs
Yoga Philosophy/Lifestyle/Ethics
• Ethics of a Yoga Teacher
• What is Yoga?
• Origins and History of Yoga
• Understanding varies types of yoga: Hatha, Raja, Jnana, Karma, Mantra, Bhakti
• Modern Yoga Systems
• Understanding the yamas and niyamas
• The Yoga Sutras
• Video Presentation “A Fish in Search of Water” by Dona Holleman
• Practicing the Power of Now
• Meditation and Self-Transformation
• Discussions on Yoga Topics – Questions & Answers
Anatomy & Physiology
• Skeletal System – Major bones and joints
• Anatomical Directions
• Planes of Body and Functional Movements
• Normal Range of Movements in various joints
• Understanding the Spine in Asana
• Major muscles of the Trunk
• The Pelvic Girdle, Thighs and Legs
• The Shoulder Girdle and Arms
• Understanding your Breathing
• Bandhas Demystified
Practicum
• Assisting in Life-classes
• Practice teaching
• Receiving Feedback
• Observing others teach and hearing/giving feedback
Required Study Material
• “Growing Your Lotus” DVD by Susi Davies
• Anatomy of Movement – by Blandine Calais-Germaine
• Yoga Sutras of Patanjali – by Mukunda Stiles
Teaching Methodology