DMY 200 RYT Teacher Training Program

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Powerfully transformed individuals. Real life application. Expert instruction.

A program for people who are ready to take the next step and discover their own power.

DMY 200 RYT Teacher Training program is designed to totally immerse students in the transformation process. This program is open to those who want to teach and also to those who want to learn how to show up powerfully in their own lives.

DMY 200 RTY TT Program is spread over 6 months (September through February) and consists of more than 230 hours of contact with Senior DMY teachers, exceeding Yoga Alliance 200 RYT requirements. Program Modules focus on an in-depth understanding of the anatomy and physiology of Hatha yoga, power yoga asana and assisting, sequencing, yoga physiology and philosophy, meditation and pranayama, connecting with your class, and practical teaching experience with feedback. This course strives to produce powerful real teachers!

Paula Baake, DMY founder and course director, leads the training assisted by internationally known Senior Baptiste Power Yoga teachers and guest lecturers who are subject matter experts in their field of study, e.g. yoga philosophy, anatomy and physiology. This is an amazing course to build a foundation for a lifetime of learning.

Our goal is to produce knowledgeable, authentic teachers who can teach at any venue and be powerful! We are committed to teaching Yoga in a way that is accessible to our modern society, demystified and practical for daily application and ultimately as a way of life.

In this program you will:

Learn to design and teach a challenging power Vinyasa yoga class
Be introduced to basic anatomy and physiology
Breakdown alignment, modifications, and sequencing of postures
Practice assisting and evaluating bodies physically and emotionally
Learn principles that will help you prevent injuries
Learn Ujjayii and Pranayama breathing techniques to incorporate into your class
Yoga philosophy that will guide you in your daily life
Principles of Practice, Demonstration, Observation, Teaching, Assists
Participate in Practice-teaching sessions, intimate study groups, observing and assisting classes
Introduction to Sanskrit
Be introduced and practice yogic lifestyle and ethics for yoga teachers
Practice effective presentation and communication skills to teach to different levels
Be introduced to the business of yoga and how to run your own studio

Course Requirements:

6 month minimum yoga practice or Completion of DMY Level 1 Intensive Teacher Training or minimum 60 DMY classes or permission from DMY Program Director.
Attendance of 60 regularly scheduled DMY classes. TT participants can purchase discounted monthly ($100) passes.
100% Attendance of all weekend training Sessions is required to complete the program
Discipline to complete 100% of your homework, assignments
Discipline to attend 100% of all sessions and training requirements
Participating in the 40 Days to Personal Revolution Program (October 4-November 12) and 40 Days Wednesday Group coaching sessions (40 Days Program tuition cost is included in this program)
Complete application (with picture) and deposit
Commitment to show up fully with the intention to fuel your growth and the growth of all Program participants
An open mind, desire to learn, and ability to have fun!

Required Readings:

Journey into Power, by Baron Baptiste
40 Days to Personal Revolution, by Baron Baptiste
Tree of Yoga, by Ayengar
The Power of Now, by Eckert Tolle
Anatomy of the Spirit, by Carolyn Myss
A Return to Love, by Marianne Williamson
The Key Muscles of Hatha Yoga, by Ray Long MD FRCSC
The Key Poses of Hatha Yoga, by Ray Long MD FRCSC