PYC Curriculum is based on Yoga Alliance RYS 500 Standards and Approved and Regulated by the Colorado Department of Higher Education,
Private Occupational School Board.
Pranava Yoga Center is the only 500 Hr Yoga Alliance
Registered Yoga School in Colorado Springs.
PYC 2013 spring 500 Hour Program is MYCAA approved.
PYC TT 500 Hr Training Dates
Class Schedule: March 2, 2013 - December 11, 2013
1 weekends per month (Saturday and Sunday) and 1 Wednesdays per month
Mar. - Sat 3/2, Sun 3/3, Wed 3/6 Apr. - Sat 4/13, Sun 4/14, Wed 4/17 May - Sat 5/4, Sun 5/5, Wed 5/8 Jun. - Sat 6/1, Sun 6/2, Wed 6/5 Jul. - Sat 7/13, Sun 7/14, Wed 7/17 Aug. - Sat 8/3, Sun 8/4, Wed 8/7 Sept. - Sat 9/7, Sun 9/8, Wed 9/11 Oct. - Sat 10/5, Sun 10/6, Wed 10/9 Nov. - Sat 11/2, Sun 11/3, Wed 11/6 Dec. - Sat 12/7, Sun 12/8, Wed 12/11
Total Technique (T)Hours: 165
Total Teaching Methodology (TM): 35
Total Anatomy & Physiology (A&P):22
Total Yoga Philosophy/Lifestyle and Ethics (PLE): 71
Total Practicum (PR): 49 Total Contact Hours: 342
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Total Contact: 342(approx.)
Yoga Alliance Approved 500 Hour Training Content
Included in the training:
Techniques Training & Practice:
Asana
Pranayama
Kriyas
Chanting
Mantra
Meditation
Other traditional yoga techniques
Analytical training in how to teach and practice the techniques
Guided practice of the techniques themselves
Teaching Methodology:
Principles of demonstration
Observation
Assisting/correcting
Instruction
Teaching styles
Qualities of a teacher
Student’s process of learning
Business aspect of teaching yoga
Anatomy & Physiology:
Physical anatomy and Physiology (bodily systems)
Energy anatomy and physiology (Chakras, nadis, etc.)
Subject and application of its principles to yoga practice (benefits, contraindications, healthy movement patterns)
Yoga Philosophy, Lifestyle and Ethics for Yoga Teachers:
Practicing different styles of modern yoga (Dharma Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Baptiste, Kundalini Yoga, etc.)
Koshas
Non-Contact Hours: All outside resources should be thoughtfully chosen to support the training and be relevant to yoga and/or anatomy and physiology. Non-contact hours must be an assigned part of the curriculum and may include:
Teaching a class outside of the training program.
Reading, Audio/Video, Internet that incorporate an assessment including reports, class discussions, presentations or tests
Written Assignments on yoga-related topics; may be counted for all categories except Practicum
Group Activities including directed discussion, techniques practice or teaching practice
Evaluation of Yoga Classesoutside of the program; each class must be evaluated via a written or oral exercise and may count for up to two hours of credit towards Techniques, Teaching Methodology or Practicum categories
And more...
Certification
The Pranava Yoga Center Teacher Training School is a Registered School with Yoga Alliance 200 & 500 Hr RYS Programs.
Upon completion of the program students will receive a Certificate of Completion
and can apply for registration with Yoga Alliance as a Registered Yoga Teacher at the 500-hour level (RYT 500).
Sample Daily Schedule
1 Weekend and 1 Wednesday per month for 10 months
12 Hours on Saturday (approx. 8am-8pm approx.)
6 Hours on Sunday (approx. 8am-6pm approx.)
3.5-4 Hours on Wednesday (approx.5pm-9pm approx.)
22.5 - 24.5 Hrs Per Week (approx.)
8:00 – 9:00am (.5 hrs) Daily Meditation
9:00 - 9:30am (.5 hrs) Daily Pranayama
9:30 – 11:30 (2 hrs) Daily Asana
11:30 – 12:30pm (1 hr) Lunch
12:30 – 2:00pm (1 hrs) Asana Focus: Inversions
2:00 – 4:00pm (2 hr) Anatomy
4:00 – 5:00pm (1 hrs) Using Props
5:00 – 6:00pm (1 hrs) Bandhas
6:00 – 7:00pm (2 hr) Sanskrit/English Names of Asana
7:00 – 8:00pm (1 hrs) Asana Focus on Forward Bends/Variations and Modification
Note: This is only a sample schedule
Prerequisites for PYC Teacher Traininig
1) Must be registered Yoga Alliance RYT- 200
2) Must have experience in teaching in a public class.
3) Book Report
Your report should be submitted along with the application and must be:
(We will give a list of books in the application package)
Length: 1000 words minimum, 2000 maximum
Print on plain 8.5 x 11 paper
Include your name on the top of each page
Please retain a copy for your own records
4) Teacher Training Catalog
Approved and Regulated by the Colorado Department of Higher Education,
Private Occupational School Board
5) Enrollment Agreement Form
Approved and Regulated by the Colorado Department of Higher Education,
Private Occupational School Board
6) Student Acknowledgment Form
This form is a requirement of Pranava Yoga Center and the Yoga Alliance certification. It calls your attention to
important ethical considerations in the teaching of yoga and asks for your pledge to act correctly and responsibly.
7) Contract Acceptance Agreement
(part of application)
8) Questionnaire Form
(part of application)
9) Medical Information Form
This form gives your personal medical needs and history for the confidential use of the staff and presenters. (application)
10)What you need to bring with you
Mat
towel
Notebook, pens, pencils
Any special medications/treatments you may need
Yoga clothes
Water
Tuition for Yoga Alliance 500 Hr. Program
Early Registration: (If we receive your application on or before January 2, 2013)
Total Tuition/Fees Deposit/Registration Fees Remaining Tuition
$3100 $500 $2600
Regular Registration: (If we receive your application after date January 2, 2013)
Total Tuition/Fees Deposit/Registration Fees Remaining Tuition
$3400 $500 $2900
*Note: All applications and remaining tuition balance are due beforeWEEK 8 (Oct. 5, 2013) of the program. $500 Deposit is due with application.
How to Register
Contact Pranava Yoga Center via email tt@pranavayogacenter.com or call and request an application package. The application package will give you all the information regarding applying for the training.
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