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Summer 2013:  3-Week Training Intensive

(June 21 – July 14)

Dive into a life-changing course of study to deepen your understanding of the yoga tradition, and your own personal yoga practice. Drawing from ancient yoga theory and modern knowledge of the body and mind, this program covers the whole of yoga practice: yamas and niymas (lifestyle guidelines), asana (posture), pranayama (breath training), pratyahara (sense withdrawl), dharana (concentration), dhyana (meditation), and samadhi (self realization).

Our 200-hour program also offers you a completely immersive experience with an exceptional teaching team, from which you will emerge a capable, confident, and effective yoga teacher. Training takes place at our spiritually vibrant campus in Honesdale PA, where you not only practice yoga in the classroom but live it moment to moment through the diet (ayurvedic vegetarian), routine, and community experienced during training. Our teaching team comes from diverse backgrounds, and bring over 100 years combined experience in the practice and teaching of yoga.

 

Course Content Overview

I. How to practice and teach all major classes of Asanas

  • Principles of structural alignment
  • Principles of energetic alignment
  • Anatomy and physiology for yoga teachers
  • Yoga model of the subtle (pranic) body
  • Structuring and sequencing classes
  • Practice teaching in small and large groups
II. How to practice and teach pranayama, pratyahara, and meditation

  • Systematic breath training
  • Pranayama practice and teaching
  • Relaxation techniques and teaching
  • Theory and practice of meditation
III. Understanding and Applying Yoga Philosophy and Yoga Psychology

  • Study of the Yoga Sutra
  • Study of the Bhagavad Gita
  • The Yogic Model and Functions of the mind
  • Introduction to Sanskrit
Typical Daily Schedule
6:30 – 8:00 Asana Class
8:00 Breakfast
9:00 – 12:30 pm Training Workshop
12:30 – 2:30 Lunch and free time
2:30 – 5:00 Training Workshop
6:00 Dinner
7:00 – 9:00 Lecture
Costs Total Program
Tuition

$3,999
Application Fee $108
(non-refundable)		 included
Required Books & Materials included
Accommodations
Standard Double Rm
or Dorm (based on availability)		 included
Free Premium Membership included

Certification

Participants who complete the program receive Yoga Teacher Certification from the Himalayan Institute Teachers Association (HITA) and are also eligible to apply for the 200-hour level of registration (RYT) with Yoga Alliance. Certification requirements include: full attendance in the training intensive, required reading, exams, and written assignments. Most participants complete their certification requirements in six months to one year.

For more information

phone: 800-822-4547, option 5
email: hita@himalayaninstitute.org

Himalayan Institute Teachers Association (HITA)
952 Bethany Turnpike
Honesdale, PA 18431-4041, U.S.A.

Cancellations/Refunds:

If you cancel 24 hours or more prior to your arrival date all monies will be refunded in full, less the $108 application fee plus the remaining $392 deposit. A refund is not available if you cancel on the workshop’s start date, if you do not show up, or if you leave an event early for any reason. The Himalayan Institute reserves the right to substitute faculty for any event and to cancel any program at any time. Upon cancellation, you will be given a complete refund.