There are many reasons to embark on a yoga Teacher Training, and not all of them are about teaching! I asked this year’s graduates what they enjoyed about the training, and their answers illuminated the fact that not all of the joys realized from this type of program will be related to actual teaching.
One is community. Yogis often feel a little like “fish out of water”, as the things they like to think and talk about aren’t always shared by their friends and family. Becoming part of a long-term group, meeting regularly with many opportunities to exchange ideas, can be amazingly exciting and energizing!
“I loved the community that was created-- it was small enough that we were really able to get to know one another, and really cared about one another. I also appreciated that, since it is located in the suburbs, it drew a more varied group of students.”
“Meeting and making friends with "like minded" people who share the same love of yoga and learning something educational & inspirational from each and every one of these beautiful people.”
Another reason to dive into a training is to immerse yourself into the practice and philosophy of yoga, learning about the deeper layers that cannot be explored in a regular class.
“I also truly appreciated the holistic approach to yoga that was offered. It was a comprehensive overview of the physical as well as the metaphysical and philosophical aspects of yoga, which I don't believe is the way that every studio designs their trainings.”
“(I loved) Delving into areas of yogic philosophy such as the Gita, Yoga Sutras, Ayurveda lifestyle, numerous pranayama techniques and breaking down the alignment of the physical postures.”
“The wide variety of exposure to different teachers, disciplines, and styles of teaching/teachers was beneficial. This provided a broad overview of yoga.”
“I thought the training was a fantastic well rounded program. I loved both the anatomy and philosophy that was weaved throughout the instruction on asana ...I also found the subtle anatomy and chanting fascinating. Guest lecturers were fabulous!”
“What I really loved about the program was how we learned so much more than just how to teach yoga poses. The philosophy really put the meat on the bones of the program. Also, with including yoga anatomy in the program you were really able to create a union between the body, mind and spirit.
Finally, a third benefit is one that may not be expected; the ideas and skills learned may extend past teaching. They can affect one's whole life.
“This program was so much more than I anticipated. It ended up being a journey, not just a training program.”
“The training helped me connect philosophically and energetically, providing tools to help with life's challenges related to change in particular. Being able to surrender to your life's flow and trust in your intuition is a key skill in moving through life, regardless of time of life.”
“(a benefit was) Learning how to manage my life from the inside looking out revealing truth of consciousness and connecting on a higher power to my authentic self. I also learned to be kind and gentle not only to others but my body, mind & spirit.”
“ (a benefit was) Without a doubt my own personal transformation. This training strengthened my own personal practice beyond anything I could have learned on my own. It was a commitment I am so glad I made and look forward to pursuing this as a life long passion.”
“... so much of what we experienced and learned is now part of my everyday living, not just in yoga.”
If you are interested in becoming a yoga instructor, click here to learn more about our program. If you are interested in enjoying a community of other yogis, delving deeper into your practice, broadening your knowledge of yoga, and making real, positive life changes, click here. Our program can serve you on so many levels.
One is community. Yogis often feel a little like “fish out of water”, as the things they like to think and talk about aren’t always shared by their friends and family. Becoming part of a long-term group, meeting regularly with many opportunities to exchange ideas, can be amazingly exciting and energizing!
“I loved the community that was created-- it was small enough that we were really able to get to know one another, and really cared about one another. I also appreciated that, since it is located in the suburbs, it drew a more varied group of students.”
“Meeting and making friends with "like minded" people who share the same love of yoga and learning something educational & inspirational from each and every one of these beautiful people.”
Another reason to dive into a training is to immerse yourself into the practice and philosophy of yoga, learning about the deeper layers that cannot be explored in a regular class.
“I also truly appreciated the holistic approach to yoga that was offered. It was a comprehensive overview of the physical as well as the metaphysical and philosophical aspects of yoga, which I don't believe is the way that every studio designs their trainings.”
“(I loved) Delving into areas of yogic philosophy such as the Gita, Yoga Sutras, Ayurveda lifestyle, numerous pranayama techniques and breaking down the alignment of the physical postures.”
“The wide variety of exposure to different teachers, disciplines, and styles of teaching/teachers was beneficial. This provided a broad overview of yoga.”
“I thought the training was a fantastic well rounded program. I loved both the anatomy and philosophy that was weaved throughout the instruction on asana ...I also found the subtle anatomy and chanting fascinating. Guest lecturers were fabulous!”
“What I really loved about the program was how we learned so much more than just how to teach yoga poses. The philosophy really put the meat on the bones of the program. Also, with including yoga anatomy in the program you were really able to create a union between the body, mind and spirit.
Finally, a third benefit is one that may not be expected; the ideas and skills learned may extend past teaching. They can affect one's whole life.
“This program was so much more than I anticipated. It ended up being a journey, not just a training program.”
“The training helped me connect philosophically and energetically, providing tools to help with life's challenges related to change in particular. Being able to surrender to your life's flow and trust in your intuition is a key skill in moving through life, regardless of time of life.”
“(a benefit was) Learning how to manage my life from the inside looking out revealing truth of consciousness and connecting on a higher power to my authentic self. I also learned to be kind and gentle not only to others but my body, mind & spirit.”
“ (a benefit was) Without a doubt my own personal transformation. This training strengthened my own personal practice beyond anything I could have learned on my own. It was a commitment I am so glad I made and look forward to pursuing this as a life long passion.”
“... so much of what we experienced and learned is now part of my everyday living, not just in yoga.”
If you are interested in becoming a yoga instructor, click here to learn more about our program. If you are interested in enjoying a community of other yogis, delving deeper into your practice, broadening your knowledge of yoga, and making real, positive life changes, click here. Our program can serve you on so many levels.
