Christ-Centered, Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Certification
There's never been a better time to become a Certified Yoga Teacher!
Now more than ever, people are looking for effective ways to process stress and trauma while tending to their body, mind, heart, and spirit. Make the difference only you can make as a Trauma-Informed Certified Yoga Teacher!
What You'll Learn
Our Trauma-Informed CYT 150 Hr and 200 HR RYT Certification Courses follow the Yoga Alliance (YA) guidelines for Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) and are designed to equip you to be a skilled and effective Certified Yoga Teacher trained in the Hatha Yoga tradition, with additional instruction in Vinyasa, Yoga Nidra, Chair, and Yin Yoga traditions (included with the 200 HR Course Extension), so that you can effectively teach in today's modern Yoga environment.
Over the course of 16 - 22 weeks, you will learn the fundamentals necessary to lead safe and effective Yoga offerings, including:
- Yoga History, Styles, and Lineage
- Yoga Ethics & Philosophy
- Essential Anatomy & Kinesiology for Yoga
- The Science & Essentials of TI Yoga
- Safe/Effective Sequencing & TI Yoga Cueing
- Integrating Contemplative, Christ-Centered Themes
- Scientific Benefits & Essentials of Pranayama/Breathing
- Scientific Benefits & Essentials of 100+ Asana/Yoga Postures
- How to Make Intermediate and Advanced Level Poses Accessible for Beginners and Differently-Abled Students
- How to Consistently Create Sequences that are Safe, Effective, and Engaging for All Levels
- The Scientific Benefits & Integration of Mindfulness Based Meditation for Stress Reduction
- Cueing Sun Salutation A & B for Varying Levels
- Common Pose Sequences
- Finding Your Voice as a Yoga Teacher
- Resources to help you get started as a Yoga Teacher
- Professional Ethics as a Yoga Teacher & Best Practices
- Teaching Opportunities & Thriving as a CYT 150/RYT 200
The journey begins IN-PERSON with the YogaWell 2023 Christ-Centered Yoga & Wellness Conference...
To help you get the most out of your Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) journey, this course starts with the 3 DAY IN-PERSON YogaWell 2023 Christ-Centered Yoga and Wellness Conference designed to lay a firm foundation for your education with YACEP guided fundamentals as you prepare your body, mind, heart, and spirit for all that lies ahead.
We begin YTT with an in-person gathering so that you carve out dedicated time to connect deeply with God and yourself while also cultivating meaningful and supportive relationships with your instructors, other Yoga enthusiasts, fellow Certified Yoga teachers, and teachers-in-training. This approach has proven to be both individually transformative and collectively enriching, creating a more dynamic learning environment from beginning to end.
Click here for more information about the YogaWell Conference.
The journey continues with Live Online and On-Demand Learning...
Following the retreat, the journey continues ONLINE with LIVE weekly sessions and four additional advanced learning workshops via ZOOM, PLUS on-demand resources for additional learning and practice.
Our unique approach weaves together the benefits of In-Person, Live Online, and On-Demand learning, to systematically build your knowledge and practical skills so that you are well equipped to thrive as a newly certified Yoga Teacher!
Detailed Course Overview
Conference Content
YogaWell 2023 Conference
July 6-8, 2023
Florida, USA
Conference Content Includes:
- Welcome & YTT Orientation
- Yoga Philosophy & the Contemplative Christian Life
- Yoga Breathing Techniques/Pranayama
- Ayruvedic Nutrition for Health and Wellbeing
- And more!
Course Modules
Course Modules Will Cover
- Module 1: Yoga History
- Module 2: Yoga Philosophy
- Module 3: The Science & Essentials of TI Yoga
- Module 4: Yoga Anatomy, Subtle Body, & Kinesiology
- Module 5: The Art of ARC Sequencing
- Module 6: Yoga Breathing/Pranayama
- Module 7: Welcoming and Centering
- Module 8: Warm Up & Transitions
- Module 9: Sun Salutations A & B
- Module 10: Standing Poses
- Module 11: Common Pose Pairings
- Module 12: Dynamic Floorwork & Counter Poses
- Module 13: Calming Floorwork
- Module 14: Guided Meditation
- Module 15: Savasana & Sending
- Module 16: Putting It All Together
- Module 17: Ethics, Injuries, Pregnancy, and Best Practices
- Module 18: Thriving as a Certified Yoga Teacher & Beyond
- Module 19: (200 HR EXT) Sun Salutation C
- Module 20: (200 HR EXT) Moon Salutation
- Module 21: (200 HR EXT) Fundamentals of Vinyasa
- Module 22: (200 HR EXT) Fundamentals of Yin Yoga & Yoga Nidra
- Module 23: (200 HR EXT) Fundamentals of Level 1 Chair Yoga
- Module 24: (200 HR EXT) Mudras, Mantras, & Bandhas
- Module 25: (200 HR EXT) The RYT Journey, Yoga Alliance, & Beyond
Practicum Workshops Include:
- Workshop #1 - Sun Salutations A & B
- Workshop #2 - Common Pose Pairings
- Workshop #3- Making Peak Balance Poses Accessible
- Workshop #4 - Finding Your Voice as a Yoga Teacher
Imagine the Possibilities...
Now more than ever, the world needs spaces to heal from stress and trauma.
Imagine all the good you can do as a Trauma-Informed Certified Yoga Teacher!
2023 Course Schedule
CYT 150 July 27 - OCTOBER 26 / RYT 200 July 27 - December 14, 2023
IN PERSON CONFERENCE
3 DAY YogaWell Christ-Centered Yoga & Wellness Conference
July 6 - 8, 2023
Gainesville, Florida, USA
SELF PACED LEARNING
On-demand learning and assigned reading
July 9 - July 26, 2023
LIVE WEEKLY ONLINE YTT SESSIONS
Core Curriculum
July 27 - October 26, 2023
Thursdays
6:00 - 9:00 PM EST
(3 Hours per Week)
OPTIONAL Q & A:
Additional Q & A/Practicum/Make-Up
Thursdays
9:00 - 9:30 PM EST
(8 Cumulative hours)
FOUR OPTIONAL PRACTICUM WORKSHOPS
Peer Teaching Practice Workshops:
FOUR Saturdays
6:00 - 9:00 PM EST
September 9, 2023
September 23, 2023
October 7, 2023
October 21, 2023
(12 Hours Teacher Practicum Learning)
***LIVE ONLINE RYT CONTINUATION***
Additional RYT 200 Curriculum Sessions
November 2 - December 14, 2023
(No Class Thankgiving Day, Nov. 23rd!)
Thursdays
6:00 - 9:00 PM EST
(3 Hours per Week)
About Our Course Structure:
Each session is designed to progressively build upon the last to create a holistic, dynamic, and transformative educational experience that prepares each student to thrive as a confident, skilled, and effective Christ-Centered, Trauma-Informed Yoga Instructor. This format has evolved out of our own experience certifying a diverse population of YTT students and by modeling evidence-based rhythms for education that have been proven to produce consistent results in Yoga and other health related certification programs.
Our aim is to engage the whole person throughout the learning process in order to empower our students to embody (body, mind, heart, and spirit) all that they are learning. Our vision is to support each student through their journey as they transition from being a passionate Yoga practitioner to become an effective, professional Yoga teacher that leads from a place of authenticity from the core of their being. This shift requires knowledge, modeling, practice, encouragement, and constructive feedback within a safe and non-judgemental learning community dedicated to discovery and growth as a lifelong adventure.
About the learning cadence:
Thursdays will be dedicated to progressively covering new course material with opportunities to put what you are learning into practice with instructor feedback and Q & A.
Optional Q & A/Practicum/Make Up: Following each weekly online YTT session, for up to 30 minutes, students can remain online to ask additional questions and/or gain more practicum teaching experience. Note: This time can be cumulatively attended to make up YTT hours.
Optional Practicum Workshops will be dedicated to peer teaching practice in small groups with instructor feedback and Q & A. (For those that opt not to attend these sessions, alternative assignments will be given to fulfill these hours and learning objectives.)
Attendance Policy: Attendance Policy:
We understand that life can be unpredictable. At the same time, we are committed to honoring the accreditation guidelines of the Yoga Alliance and helping our students honor the investment and commitment they are making to themselves when they register for this course. Towards this end, a total of 6 classroom and/or workshop hours are allowed as excused absences. Absences beyond this amount must be pre-approved (except in the case of emergencies) by the lead instructor and make-up sessions completed before the final week of the course equal to the additional number of credit hours missed. If those hours exceed what can be made up by attending the optional time following each online session, private sessions with the lead instructor can be scheduled for make-up at a rate of $75 per hour.
Certification Requirements and Deadlines:
Most students can complete their certification within as little as 18 - 24 weeks. However, students have 12 months from the start of the course to complete all of the components of certification. For those that need more time, extension options are available for up to three years from their initial start date. (Please note: additional fees apply to extend deadlines.)
* NOTE: All online classroom and workshop sessions will be recorded for play-back to aid those who may miss a class session and enhance the learning experience. Students will have life-time access to all online course content and materials.
Tuition Investment as LOW as $8.50/hr per Certification Hour
TUITION INCLUDES:
TUITION INCLUDES:
- 3 Day YogWell 2023 Christ-Centered Yoga & Wellness Conference.*
- Up to 110+ hours of LIVE, REAL TIME Instruction & Practice via Zoom;
- PLUS Two 60 Minute (150 HR track) or Four 60 Minute (200 HR track) private mentoring/coaching sessions via Zoom;
- A team of experienced, passionate RYT instructors dedicated to your success;
- 40+ hours of on-demand resources;
- Life-time access to all lecture and course content;
- Teaching tools including fundamental scripts for primary Salutation sequences, liability language, best practices, individual feedback and guidance, and more;
- Three attempts to pass the Final Exam and Demo;
- Certification Logo to proudly promote your credentials;
- Diploma Certificate provided for download upon completion;
- Yoga Alliance YACEP accredited course;
- BONUS: On-Demand resources to meet ALL of your personal practice hours WITHOUT having to pay for additional Yoga classes elsewhere.
*Please note: Tuition fees do not include lodging, meals, or travel expenses for the conference. For more information on the conference, including lodging information options, click here.
Space is limited to ensure the highest standards of educational excellence for each of our students. Maximum of 18 YTT students. Must be 18 years old to register.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to invest in your education while gaining the skills you need to serve your community as a Christ-Centered, Trauma-Informed Certified Yoga Teacher!
REQUIRED READING TEXTS
Light on Yoga by B.K.S. Iyengar
The Heart of Yoga by T.K.V. Desikachar
Science of Yoga by Ann Swanson
Trauma-Informed Yoga by Joanne Spence and Amy Weintraub
OPTIONAL READING LIST
This list will be provided on the course site for students to engage with as they have the time and desire to deepen their understanding in particular areas of interest.
ALTERNATIVE PAYMENT PLANS, WORK/STUDY, AND SCHOLARSHIPS
Alternative payment plans, work/study programs, and partial scholarships are available upon request and granted on a case by case basis to those who demonstrate financial need and/or are rebuilding their lives in the wake of prolonged trauma, unemployment, poverty, homelessness, domestic violence, human trafficking, disabled military veterans, or other life altering circumstances. To inquire about an alternative payment plan, work/study program, or scholarship, please email us your request prior to enrollment.
TUITION INVESMENT:
Early Bird Special Tuition Rate
SPECIAL RYT 200 HR: Payment in Full
RYT 200 HR Total: $1695
Expires 4/30/2023
SPECIAL RYT 200 HR: Payment Plan*
Registration Deposit $245
7 Monthly Installments $245
Expires 5/15/23
TICYT 150: Payment in Full
150 HR TICYT Total: $1695
Expires 5/15/23
TICYT 150: Payment Plan*
Registration Deposit $245
6 Monthly Installments $245
Expires 5/15/23
RYT 200: Payment in Full
RYT 200 HR Total: $1895
Expires 5/15/23
RYT 200 Payment Plan*
Registration Deposit $245
7 Monthly Installments $245
Expires 5/15/23
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Standard Tuition Rate
TICYT 150: Payment in Full
150 HR TICYT Total: $1895
TICYT 150: Payment Plan*
Registration Deposit $295
6 Monthly Installments $295
RYT 200: Payment in Full
RYT 200 HR Total: $2295
RYT 200 Payment Plan*
Registration Deposit $295
7 Monthly Installments $295
*Note: Tuition must be paid in full to complete the certification requirements and graduate from this course.
Space is limited. Register today and reserve your spot!
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TUITION POLICY:
Tution balances paid are 100% refundable (less a $100 administrative fee) for 96 hours from the time of payment.
Beyond that date, all fees are non-refundable. If for any reason you are unable to complete the course within the certification deadline, a one time credit of the balance paid (less a $595 course change fee) can be applied towards any future Pointe of Grace Yoga Institute Courses within 24 months of registration. No exceptions.
Rev. Lenora Rousseau - Lead YTT Instructor
Rev. Lenora Rousseau is the Founder and Pastoral Director of the Pointe of Grace Project and serves in this role by extension as an Elder in the FLUMC. In addition to being a seasoned Pastor and Chaplain, Lenora is an RYT E-RYT/RYT 500 Yoga instructor, Certified Spiritual Director, Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Practitioner and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Coach, Certified Breath Coach, and Certified Flexibility Coach. (Read more...)
Francoise "Franny" Long - YTT Instructor
Francoise “Franny” Long is a classically trained chef, Certified Holistic Health Coach, RYT E-200/500 Yoga Instructor, Certified Yin Yoga Teacher, Certified Children's Yoga Teacher, Certified Breath Coach, and an enthusiastic wellness advocate. (Read more...)
