In the spirit of community and to support students becoming Teachers we are offering 2 amazing opportunities. We recognise that Teacher Training is a life commitment and it can also be costly. Through the generosity of donations we are offering one Work Exchange Program and one Scholarship Program for a total of 2 students.
Here are the details of the Hatha Yoga Teacher Training Modules:
Module 1 & 2: Private Island Retreat
You can expect to be submerged in the teachings for a week while enjoying a beautiful serene environment. This module includes a deep understanding of meditation & asana practices, a daily Sadhana, anatomy and philosophy. The hours are from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM, daily.
While at the retreat enjoy swimming, canoeing, paddle boating, cliff diving, nature walks and campfires. Transportation to/from retreat excluded, but car pooling can be arranged.
Already a certified yoga teacher? Joins us as a refresher and experience a week yoga retreat in the company of fellow Yoga Teachers.
This module is held at a fully equipped private island retreat property just over an hour drive from Ottawa, Ontario. Enjoy vegetarian meals, swimming, canoeing, paddle boating, cliff diving, nature walks and campfires.
Dates: July 13-19, 2009.
Cost for Modules 1 & 2: $1,250.00.
Module 3: 7 Weekends
Module 3 begins July 31st, 2009 and is held over 7 weekends (Friday 6 PM to 9 PM, Saturday 11 AM to 6 PM and Sunday Noon to 6 PM) at the PranaShanti Yoga Centre.
This module consists of several hours of teaching practice/coaching with peers and students, deeper digging into the anatomy in motion, philosophy & sutras, discussions, preparing teachers to enter the yoga teaching world, etc.
Dates:
July 31 - August 2, 2009;
August 14-15-16, 2009;
August 28-29-30, 2009;
September 11-12-13, 2009;
October 9-10-11, 2009;
October 16-17-18, 2009; and
October 30 - November 1, 2009.
Cost for Module 3: $1,650 + GST.
Here are a few details about the Work Exchange and Scholarship Programs:
1. PranaShanti Work Exchange Program: In exchange for working with the Teacher Trainers, this program offers the ability for a student to earn full certification at no monetary cost, (full price of the program is $2,900.00 + GST). Participation in this program requires full attendance at all modules and the commitment of approximately 35-40 hours of seva or service hours per module in addition to the regular program hours. The Work Exchange program is available to students with an annual income of less than $30,000.00.
Duties include assisting the Teacher Trainers onsite during the course, corresponding with students during and outside the course, preparing training material, and assisting with program administration and facilities setup and take down. It is a wonderful opportunity to learn side-by-side with the trainers. Once your application is received, you will be contacted for an in person interview. Upon acceptance, your space will be held in the program.
2. PranaShanti Scholarship Program: As part of the Scholarship the student will work directly with the Teacher Trainers to support the program, trainers and students. Participation in this program requires full attendance at all modules. The Scholarship provides a 50% discount off the full tuition price (full price of the program is $2,900.00 + GST, Scholarship price is $1,450.00 + GST) in exchange for 15-20 hours of seva or service per module. The scholarship is available to individuals with an annual income of less than $30,000.
Duties include assisting the Teacher Trainers onsite during the course, corresponding with students during and outside the course, preparing training material, and assisting with program administration and facilities setup and take down. It is a wonderful opportunity to learn side-by-side with the trainers. Once your application is received, you will be contacted for an in person interview. Upon acceptance, a non-refundable fee of $100 will be required to hold your space.
How to Apply:
In addition to providing a resume by email to info@pranashanti.com please provide answers to the following questions:
1. Why are you applying?
2. How would you describe yourself, i.e. qualities, strengths, how you relate to others, any issues or aspects of yourself you are working on?
3. Describe your current yoga practice.
4. Some of the work/service assignments may involve physical activity. Do you have any limitations that may restrict your ability in such activities?
5. Please provide us with two work-related references.
6. Please provide us with a letter of reference from a certified Yoga Teacher.
The close off date for applications is Monday, July 6th, 2009 at 5:00 PM.
Don't delay, join us today!
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