Yoga Teacher Training - 200 Hour Certificate of Specialization
Program Overview
This 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training program prepares students to teach yoga professionally. It covers yoga history, culture, pedagogy, asana studies, and anatomy. Graduates are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance and teach Level I and II Hatha Yoga. The program includes observation and student teaching experience, ensuring practical application of knowledge.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Yoga Teacher Training - 200 Hour Certificate of Specialization
This program prepares students to teach yoga at health clubs, fitness centers, or privately owned studios. It aims to fulfill the requirements of the Yoga Alliance 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training, enabling graduates to register with Yoga Alliance and teach Level I and Level II Hatha Yoga.
Objectives:
- Teach safe and effective yoga classes
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of yoga history and culture
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of anatomy as it pertains to yoga
Description:
The program includes instruction in:
- Technique: Asana (postures), pranayama (breath control), and meditation
- Pedagogy: Lesson planning, teaching methods, class management
- History and Culture: Philosophy, ethics, and traditions of yoga
- Theory: Anatomy, physiology, and the benefits of yoga Students gain observation and student teaching experience through the Yoga Pedagogy Lab course.
Outline:
Program Content:
- Yoga history and culture
- Yoga pedagogy
- Yoga asana studies
- Yoga practice (various levels)
- Anatomy and physiology related to yoga
Structure:
- 10 units total
- 3 core courses: Yoga History and Culture, Yoga Pedagogy Lecture, and Yoga Asana Studies
- 1 elective Yoga practice course (Yoga I, II, III, or IV)
- 1 optional recommended course: First Aid/Adult & Pediatric CPR
Course Schedule:
Not provided in the context.
Individual Modules:
- Yoga History and Culture (3 units): Explores the historical development of yoga, its philosophical and ethical foundations, and its cultural significance.
- Yoga Pedagogy Lecture (3 units): Covers the principles and methods of teaching yoga, including lesson planning, class management, and communication skills.
- Yoga Asana Studies (3 units): Focuses on the safe and effective practice of yoga postures, including alignment, modifications, and variations.
- Yoga Practice (1 unit): Provides hands-on experience practicing yoga at different levels (I, II, III, or IV).
- First Aid/Adult & Pediatric CPR (3 units): This optional course teaches essential first aid and CPR skills.
Assessment:
Not provided in the context.
Teaching:
Not provided in the context.
Careers:
Graduates can pursue careers as yoga instructors at health clubs, fitness centers, studios, or as private instructors.
Other:
- Students completing the program are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance.
- The program is intended for students with an interest in teaching yoga.
Conclusion:
The Yoga Teacher Training - 200 Hour Certificate of Specialization program at College of San Mateo provides a comprehensive foundation for teaching yoga. It covers the essential aspects of yoga practice, pedagogy, history, and culture, preparing graduates for successful careers in the field.
