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1. Immersion I –33 hours
2. Immersion II—33 hours
3. Immersion III—34 hours
4. Pre-natal Teacher Training—35 hours
5. Anusara Therapeutics—12+ hours
6. Teacher Training I—33 hours
8. Teacher Training II—33 hours
9. Teacher Training III—34 hours

ANUSARA IMMERSIONS:

Immersion I, II, and III offer you 100 hours of training into all aspects of Anusara Yoga: asana (postures), pranayma (breath work), meditation, therapeutics, and philosophy.
An invitation for both committed students and aspiring teachers, the immersions will give you a chance to deepen your practice, understand the theory and practice of anusara, and grow in an environment that is supportive, welcoming, and creative. Each student is invited to express their individual talents and gifts in this joyful journey of self-discovery.
The full Immersion Program is a pre-requisite for those who would like to apply to any Anusara Yoga Teacher Training program worldwide.

Immersion I, 33 hours

November 24-28, 2010 with Todd Tesen, Anusara Certified Teacher.

Wednesday – Saturday: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Sunday: 8:30am – 1:30pm



Establish a solid foundation in the fundamentals of Anusara Yoga™ by connecting deeply with its life-affirming Tantric philosophy.

Subjects covered:
*Universal Principles of Alignment™
*Study and Practice of Yoga Postures
*Tantra Philosophy
*Pranayama and Meditation basics

Prerequisite for Immersion I: 30 hours of Anusara Yoga studies with Vivi Letsou or other Anusara teacher, or permission from the instructor.

Immersion II, 33 hours

January 19-23, 2011 with Naime Jezzeny, Anusara Certified Teacher.

Wednesday – Saturday: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Sunday: 8:30am – 1:30pm



During this phase, we will study the depths of Tantric philosophy as well as how this philosophy applies to the great yogic texts.

Subjects covered:
*Philosophy & Vision of Anusara Yoga
*Deeper study and practice of the Universal Alignment Principles
*Yoga Sutras of Patanjali—Classic and Tantric views of significant verses
*Tantric texts – Pratyabhijna hyrdayam, Shiva Sutras
*Subtle Body Anatomy
*36 Tattvas—Principles of Existence
*Deeper exploration & practice of Pranayama & Meditation
*Level 1-2 syllabus: Asanas & Therapeutics
*Introductiong to the Art of Sequencing

Prerequisite for Immersion II: Immersion I or permission from the instructor

Immersion III, 34 hours

During this phase, we will delve deeper into the practice of asanas applying the Universal Principles of Alignment, and study more complex issues of Anatomy & Therapy.

Subjects covered:
*Yoga Anatomy & Therapeutics
*Chakras, Kundalini and the Energy body
*Basic Sanskrit and names for Yoga poses
*Deeper study of Philosophy & Practice of Yoga Postures
*Bhagavad Gita
*Yoga Ethics
*Develop a Personal Practice of Asana, Pranayama & Meditation
*Masterful Sequencing

Prerequisite for Immersion III: Immersion I & II or permission from instructor

Pre-Natal Yoga Teacher Training, 35 hours

September 6-10, 2010
with Sue Elkind Anusara Certified Teacher.




Subjects covered:
*Pregnancy facts and conditions
*Prenatal nutrition and education
*The different trimesters and how to modify the poses accordingly
*Important things to remember & what to avoid in prenatal yoga
*The Principles of Anusara Yoga in a prenatal yoga practice
*The three A’s of Anusara Yoga in pregnancy
*Anusara yoga philosophy for prenatal classes
*How to teach a prenatal yoga class, Anusara-style
*Sequences & modifications
*Alleviating pain through the Principles
*Practice teaching
*Weaving inspirational themes into class

Anusara Yoga Therapeutics Training

January 21-23, 2011 with Naime Jezzeny Anusara Certified Teacher.

Friday – Saturday: 5-8pm
Sunday: 3-6pm

Anusara Teacher Training I, 33 hours

Especially designed for those wanting to teach in the tradition of Anusara, this teacher training program will introduce us to the art and skills of teaching Anusara yoga.

Subjects covered:
*How to weave a theme into the teaching of the Universal Principles of Alignment
*Improving observation skills
*Using demonstration as an effective teaching tool
*Sequencing and class planning
*Basic Therapeutics
*Using partner exercises in classes
*Creating themes that integrate the basic Anusara philosophy
*Peer teaching

Prerequisite: 100 hours of Anusara training which should include at least two immersions.

Anusara Teacher Training II, 33 hours

Anusara Teacher Training III, 34 hours

ANUSARA CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

You will need a minimum of 500 hours of practice and training to qualify for Anusara Yoga ® Certification.
Training includes
100 hours of Immersion programs I, II, and III
100 hours of Anusara Teacher Training
100 hours of Anusara workshops - trainings with qualified teachers

The above should include a minimum of 50 hours with John Friend.
Additional Practice required
A minimum of 200 hours with a certified or inspired Anusara teacher.
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