The Torah (loosely translated as the five books of Moses: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy) contains an entire detailed guidebook for life. In her book “Torah Yoga Experiencing Jewish Wisdom Through Classic Postures”, Diane Bloomfield has created a unique book, which is “both a Torah book and a yoga book, presenting classic yoga instruction in the light of traditional and mystical Jewish wisdom.”
Within the western hemisphere 90% of Yoga practitioners are women. Although there are some exceptions, many teachers rarely see more than a handful of American males in Yoga classes. In many styles the origin of Yoga teacher training courses was designed by males.
Pranayama is an essential part of Yoga teacher training, as well as regular classes for students. Pranayama is a science within the larger science of Yoga. Although Yoga and pranayama have existed for thousands of years; their existence in the Western consciousness is a few hundred years old, at best.
I feel I could get a weekend Yoga certification, without any hassles. What is the importance of entering into an intensive Yoga teacher course that could take months to finish?
Sometimes, similar types of questions keep arising. At Aura Wellness Center, we do our best to make sure you are prepared to teach. This starts from the moment you order a course. Depending on the particular course you choose, e-Book bonuses will be sent to you electronically or within a CD.
Yoga is a holistic system - teaching skills which many sports persons seek, such as control over the mind, control over the body, good breathing habits, relaxation under pressure, highly developed concentration skills, and the ability to focus on the present.
A Yoga teacher training intensive should produce a graduate who sees the deeper values of this practice. By being an example of kindness, by living in the moment, and by being present - we have all the space we need.
There are as many reasons to become a Yoga teacher as there are to attend a class. Below are five of the most common reasons why students decide to become a Yoga instructor.
Part of Yoga teacher training should be devoted to handling student objections to safety. As teachers, we want the best experience for all students. However, there are a few self-absorbed people, who could care less about the safety or well being of others.
Dr. Paul Jerard, E-RYT 500 speaks to you in this short lecture about an interactive approach to breath awareness.