At Bija Yoga Institute, we value a fully immersive approach to yoga teacher training.
Over the course of 22 transformative days, this all-inclusive training program allows you to focus entirely on training without the distractions and responsibilities required by daily life at home.
With all needs (meals, resort stay, necessities) lovingly provided, surrounded by like-minded individuals who share your love for the practice, you’ll get to live and breathe the teaching of yoga in an environment designed for profound connection, growth, and self discovery.
As a graduate of this training, you will receive a 200 hour teaching certification fully accredited with the Yoga Alliance.
What will you study?
- classical asana (posture), pranayama (breath work), meditation, and how to teach them
- historical texts including the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and Bhagavad Gita
- eight limbs of yoga, traditional yoga philosophy, yoga as a way of life both on and off the mat
- introduction to mudra, mantra, and bandha
- introduction to Sanskrit (written and spoken)
- energetic anatomy, physical anatomy
- teaching techniques, methods of sequencing, classroom management
- how to teach to all levels of practice, how to use props effectively in classes
- delivery of safe and appropriate hands on assists
- how to hold space and create environments that support optimal practice for students of all identities
- the business of yoga, life after YTT, yoga career paths, how to get hired and more
- also included in the program are yoga documentaries, games, art, and guest speakers to inspire and explore curriculum content in new ways