Our 200-hour program is in the Kripalu Tradition and is designed to provide the training, practice, and teaching experience for yoga students to gain the skills and confidence necessary to become effective yoga instructors. Graduates of this program will be eligible to register with the YOGA ALLIANCE and use the registry mark RYT (registered yoga teacher).
This is the world-renowned premier teacher training program developed by Deva Parnell, who has chosen Lead Teacher/Trainer
Micki Higgins to direct it at Laughing Lotus Yoga. Discovery is a Registered Yoga School with Yoga Alliance.
"I am humbled and honored by this privilege."
Micki "Padma"
You Will Learn...
Techniques Including:
Centering, Warm-ups, Postures, Breathing Exercises, Deep Relaxation, Meditation, and Integration.
FOUNDATIONS IN:
Yoga Philosophy, Anatomy, and Physiology.
Effective methods for:
Designing classes, introducing new postures, clarifying details, and guiding students into a deep, integrated yoga experience balancing precise physical alignment with a patient, reflective, compassionate attitude.
Testimonials
"The practical knowledge I received during my Teacher Training at Padma was guided by Micki Higgins with expertise and compassion. Her natural gift of conveying yoga wisdom and instructing postures was offered from her heart with clarity and full engagement with her students. Micki’s Teacher Training program at Padma is first class and will inspire and encourage your heart to discover its limitless possibilities! Thank you Micki!"
-LUANN Ormond Beach
"My name is Tracy, I completed my 200 hour over a year ago at Padma Yoga. I can't tell you how wonderfully it has changed my life. Micki is a great teacher, and has years of experience to pass on to fellow students. I now guide others in class and enjoy teaching so much. Attending and completing your 200 hour certification, is a gateway to changes in your life. Gateway to yoga, gateway to nutrition and gateway to JOY! When one positive change happens, its a chain reaction to many positive changes. And the way you feel after those changes are made is an experience like NO OTHER. NAMASTE!!!!!"
-TRACY Flagler Beach
"I took the teacher training at Padma Yoga when I was going through a time in my life when I needed a change. I had been searching different programs, knew I wanted a journey. Not only the physical aspects of yoga. When I came across Padma I knew it was the right fit. It was centered around the spiritual side as well as the physical postures. The meditative, calming atmosphere was exactly what I needed to find some peace. It led to me actually choosing to then become a teacher, to share this gift with others. This journey is one that i am glad i went on and I still continue on. Thank you to Padma for providing me the tools that led to me finding the true meaning of yoga, of union. Yoga has helped me physically, emotionally and spiritually. I recommend this teacher training to anyone who has a passion for yoga and who feels they are missing something, looking for something, or wanting to be a teacher."
-TONI Palm Coast
Techniques
Hatha Yoga Practice (Sadhana)
Centering
Warm-ups (Pratapana)
Postures (Asana):
Sun Salutations (Surya Namaskar)
Moon Salutations (Chandra Namaskar)
Mountain (Tadasana)
Half Moon (Ardha Chandrasana)
Standing Back Bend (Anuvrittasana)
Standing Forward Bend (Uttanasana)
Standing Spinal Twist and (Sama Matsyendrasana)
Triangle (Trikonasana)
Warrior (Virabhadrasana)
Side Warrior (Virabhadrasana 2)
Balancing Half Moon (Tula Ardha Chandrasana)
Dancer (Natarajasana)
Boat (Navasana)
Child (Garbhasana)
Half Locust (Ardha Shalabhasana)
Locust (Shalabhasana)
Cobra (Bhujangasana)
Pigeon (Kapotasana)
Gate (Parighasana)
Half Circle (Ardha Mandalasana)
Downward Dog (Adho Mukha Shvanasana)
Symbol of Yoga (Yoga Mudra)
Bound Angle (Baddha Konasana)
Head to Knee (Janu Shirshasana)
Seated Spinal Twist (Matsyendrasana)
Posterior Stretch (Pashchimottanasana)
Inclined Plane (Purvottanasana)
Bridge (Setu Bandhasana)
Knee to Chest Pose (Pavana Muktasana)
Half Shoulderstand (Ardha Sarvangasana)
Fish (Matsyasana)
Supine Spinal Twist (Supta Matsyendrasana)
Relaxation (Yoga Nidra)
Corpse (Shavasana)
Yogic Breathing (Pranayama)
Ocean Breath (Ujjayi)
Complete Breath (Dirgha)
Alternate Nostril Breath (Nadi Shodhana)
Skull Shining (Kapalabhati)
Meditation
Integration
Philosophy, Lifestyle
& Ethics
Anatomy
& Physiology
Intention & Attitude
Being a Student/Being a Teacher
Conscious Communication
Co-Listening
Introduction to Yoga
Patanjali's Yoga Sutras
The Bhagavad Gita
Eight Limbs of Yoga (Ashtanga):
Social Ethics (Yama)
Personal Practices (Niyama)
Posture (Asana)
Breath (Pranayama)
Inward Focus (Pratyahara)
Concentration (Dharana)
Meditation (Dhyana)
Union (Samadhi)
Three Stages of Kripalu Yoga
Principles of Existence & Embodiment
Fundamental Characteristics of the Material World (Gunas)
Obstacles to Clear Perception (Kleshas)
Muscular-Skeletal Systems Movement Dynamics:
Core Support
Press Points
Spinal, Pelvic & Joint Movement
Forward Bending
Backward Bending
Lateral Bending
Spinal Rotation
Balancing
Inversions
Respiration
Breath & Movement
Circulation:
Cardiovascular System
Lymphatic/Immune System
Digestion & Elimination:
Digestive System
Urinary System
Endocrine System Nervous System
The Five Sheaths (Koshas)
Prana & The Energy Body:
Energy Currents (Nadis)
Energy Vortexes (Chakras)
Teaching Methodology
Practicum
Sacred Space & Safety
Centering & Integration
Guiding Warm-ups
Guiding Asanas
Hands-on Assisting
Developing Awareness
Guiding a Relaxation Experience
Creating a Complete Experience
Guiding a Practice Class (Sadhana)
Teaching a New Asana
Teaching Pranayama
Teaching Meditation
Teaching a Training Class
Lesson Planning
Curriculum Design
Class Design
Sequencing
The Business of Yoga
Observing, assisting & guiding in partners and small groups
Practice Teaching in small groups:
1. Guide warm-ups & one asana, focus on details (10 min)
2. Guide warm-ups and a series of asanas, focus on developing
awareness (30 min)
3. Guide a complete practice class (sadhana), focus on details and awareness (75 min)
4. Introduce a new asana (30 min)
5. Introduce a new pranayama and a new asana (45 min)
6. Introduce new techniques in a complete class (75 min)
Required Reading for the Program
*Tuition includes your manual
Inside The Yoga Sutras:
The Study and Practice of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras
by Reverend Jaganath Carrera
SCIENCE OF YOGA
Understand the Anatomy and Physiology to Perfect Your Practice
by Ann Swanson
KRIPALU YOGA:
A Guide to Practice On and Off the Mat
by Richard Faulds
* DVD: ANATOMY FOR YOGA
with Paul Grilley
DVD and player is in the LL Library for you to check out.
Investment:
FULL TUITION: $3000.00
** EARLY-BIRD DISCOUNT-$300 OFF IF PAID IN FULL before November 30**
A $500 Down Payment (non-refundable) is required at registration to reserve your mat space and will be deducted from your balance.
We accept Cash, Check, or Zelle to 407-212-5013 or Credit Card.
CANCELLATION POLICY
All refunds will be charged a 20% cancellation fee.
If you drop out of the program after the start date, you will not receive a refund. However, you may use your credit for other programs at Laughing Lotus Yoga & Wellness Studio.
We are honored to guide and support you through your journey
Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
Micki Padma - 904-377-4217
Padma Michelle - 386-871-2504
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