Chakra Yoga Center
Our Teacher Training program is for those interested in teaching Hatha Yoga (the physical postures and movements including power yoga) and Pranayama Yoga (breath training techniques), with a good understanding of the Chakra System. Also for those interested in developing an in-depth daily Yoga practice based on the whole Science of Yoga, including Meditation.
We cover many aspects in detail, and the practices, over a three month period integrate the theory of yoga into the practical side of your life creating health and self-confidence for you as an individual and as a teacher of Yoga. As a certified teacher you will find it easy to set up classes anywhere, or work for spas, resorts or yoga studios. You can as well set up your own studio. Some of our graduate teachers are working in Bhutan, Yucatan, Bangkok, Greece, England, France as well as in the USA and various locations in Canada.
Some of what is covered in the course:
Hatha Yoga:
108 classical asanas plus variations on particular postures; basic form & alignment; sun-salutes; yoga flows; education in the physiological & psychological benefits of specific postures; breath training.
Pranayama Yoga:
training in complete yogic breathing; specific pranayama breathing techniques such as Ekadhasi, Savitri, Nadi Shuddi, Kapalabhati, Nasarga Bhastrik breathing
Mantra Yoga:
intro to the history and practice of mantra; sanskrit seed sounds & petal sounds of the chakra energies; basic voice training; vowel toning; mantra chanting.
Raga Yoga:
meditation & concentration techniques using universal, geometric symbols, mantra and specific breathing techniques; concepts of mind over matter
Gnana Yoga:
meditation & relaxation techniques; philosophy of the Science of Yoga; attunement to the spiritual knowledge & wisdom of the universe; Sutras; satsang
Yantra Yoga:
introduction to the time cycles of the universal flow of energy; sacred geometry; mathematical calculations of personal birth-path chakra energies; psychological characteristics of chakra energies.
Kundalini Yoga:
study of the flow of positive & negative energies within the nervous system with basic intro to concentration & visualization techniques.
Karma Yoga:
Study of cause and effect of actions and reaction to see what put you in your present situation - "creating your own reality"; teachings of selfless service; cause & effect ; karma yoga activities.
Bhakti Yoga :
philosophy of the one consciousness of the Divine Universe; Bhajan chanting
Satsang:
discussion of the Philosophy of Yoga - comparative studies of the Chakras, "mindful thinking", methods of cleansing, diet and nutrition -
Yoga Chiketsa:
spinal therapies and healing techniques similar to Shiatsu and Thai massage
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| Group Sizes |
20 to 25 people
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| Course Durations |
At least 81 days
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| Required Skill Level |
Open to All
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| Required Equipment |
Not Applicable
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| Targeted Activities |
Meditation, Yoga |
| Our Certificatons |
Main instructor, David Goulet was certified in India in 1972 at Ananda Ashram in Pondicherry. He has 33 years of teaching experience in a variety of situations from individual private sessions to groups of 40. During this time he has not had any injuries in his classes because of a very gentle and progressive approach to Hatha yoga. In classes and courses he incorporates breath with movement and posture while bringing in the connections between mind and body. The chakras are elaborated upon in theory and with the practice of visual concentration techniques that are unique to this system of yoga. David has worked for some years in the alternative health field, applying yoga to promote the healing of degenerative diseases such as cancer and others. Currently has a retreat center in Thailand. |
Class & Lesson Types |
Private Lessons |
Prenatal/Pregnancy |
Kids/Youth |
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Group Lessons |
Pranayama Breathing |
Elderly |
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Teacher Training |
Corporate/Workshops |
Medical |
Yoga Styles |
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Hatha Yoga |
Asthanga Yoga |
Iyengar Yoga |
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Vinyasa Yoga |
Bikram Yoga |
Jivamukti Yoga |
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Kripalu Yoga |
Kundalini Yoga |
Ishta Yoga |
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Power Yoga |
Sivananda Yoga |
Raja Yoga |
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Bharata Yoga |
Karma Yoga |
Bhakti Yoga |
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Jnana Yoga |
Tantric Yoga |
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Additional: Chakra Yoga
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Daily Schedule:
( subject to small changes during progression of training)
7:30am - 9:30 Hatha Yoga / Pranayama Yoga / Jnana Yoga
( occasional early morning class 5:00 am)
10:30 - 11:45 Chakra Theory, discussions, or Theory Exams
12:00 - 1:30 Hatha Yoga alignment / or Mantra Yoga / or Creative Movement
4:30 – 6:30 Raja Yoga / or Yantra Yoga w/ Hatha & Pranayama Yoga
or Mantra Yoga * Kundalini Creative Dance Movement
Evening Classes 7 to 9pm: Tues & Thurs / or Friday & Sunday evening
(satsang , yogic philosophy, meditation & chanting)
General Yoga Progam Outline:
* Complete Yogic Breath Training w/ specific hatha yoga postures to develop
three – part breathing (abdominal, mid-section & upper chest breathing)
* Hatha Yoga : 100 yoga postures (asanas)
· Pranayama Yoga Breathing Techniques
· Meditation & Concentration Techniques / Relaxation Techniques
( Raja Yoga , Yantra Yoga , Jnana Yoga)
· Theories of the Chakras / Yogic Philosophy
· Chakra Theory Exams
· Mantra Yoga : Sanskrit Chanting/ History of Sound/ Voice Training
· Karma Yoga / Diet & Nutrition
· Yoga Chiketsa : Therapeutic Yoga Bodywork (Introductory Classes)
· Creative / Improvisational Movement * Kundalini Dance
(Classes will run Mon – Friday with Friday being a shorter day ….)
No Classes Saturday or Sunday …. Personal Practice Time (possible student teaching)
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| Meals |
Not Applicable
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| Local Transport |
Not Applicable
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| Insurance |
Not Applicable
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| Nearby Attractions |
Victoria has a wide ranch of attractions from whale watching cruises to sailing, museums, Imax theater. Sidewalk cafes are numerous. Dancing and festivals are scheduled through the summer and all dance clubs are non-smoking. Kayaking on the canals and camping around the surrounding areas are popular. There are wonderful bike trails to ride. Attractions like the Butchart Gardens are beautiful to see. |
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