Level 2 Teacher Training
Established 2012
View program website59 Nesconset-Port Jefferson Highway, Port Jefferson Station, NY, USA
Port Jefferson Station, NY
Purpose
The purpose of this course is to provide a deeper education of yoga. It is the equivalent of getting more education after your bachelors degree. In this course we will delve deeper into intermediate, advanced asana, meditation, and yogic philosophy. We will also learn the niche courses of: restorative yoga, pre-natal yoga, and partner yoga. After this completion of this course you will have a comfort level in teaching in all of these niche areas.
What to expect
In this course already certified teachers will have the opportunity to take advantage of the knowledge of Melissa Boyd a teacher with over 30 years experience in teaching movement and explore her expertise in dealing with injuries in a post rehab environment. We will further explore the teaching through the lens of B.K.S. Iyengar's exploration of asana, form and alignment, as well as take on Eknath Easwaran's interpretation of the Bhagavad Gita, and the Upanishads.
Style/Lineage
Melissa Boyd's course is created with her experience in the methodology of B.K.S. Iyengar and her experience with studying under the tutelage of Judith Lasater, as well as the Hatha lineage of Lex Gillan, and the meditations of Ram Das. She also has an extensive background in post rehab experience in Polestar Pilates, and is a trained dance teacher.
Program Emphasis
Core competencies
AYC allows each school to state and evaluate the competencies each student acquires
By the end of this program, graduates will be able to…
- Discuss the basics of Yoga Philosophy and History including 8 Limbs, Patanjali’s Sutras, Branches, and Schools of Yoga by identifying core purpose including key ideas, historical context, and typical practices.
- Discuss an in-depth study of the Yoga Sutras using Light on the Yoga Sutras by accurately explaining the Sutra's core definition and how it can transform the mind, body, and emotions for spiritual growth.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the Bhagavad Gita and The Upanishads using the interpretation by Easwaran and relating the concept to a modern life challenge
- Demonstrate and understand partner yoga with kids, and an adult version called Stroga to practice bonding with your baby, physical stretching, and strengthening.
- Demonstrate an expert understanding of intermediate and advanced asanas with good alignment, risk mitigation, and appropriate support for the pose's functional goal
- Demonstrate the many aspects of pre-natal yoga; how to get pregnant, the process of pregnancy, and the poses that are appropriate for each trimester by identifying three key anatomical changes in each trimester and listing the contraindicated poses for late pregnancy
- Describe restorative yoga and the physiological understanding of relaxation by accurately describing how supported poses activate the Parasympathetic Nervous System and reduce cortisol and muscular tension
- Demonstrate an expert understanding of intermediate and advanced asanas with good alignment, risk mitigation, and appropriate support for the pose's functional goal
- Demonstrate the ability to teach a prenatal yoga class with the appropriate modifications for each trimester.
- Practice a restorative yoga class specified for different conditions With modifications to clearly address their unique needs.
- Demonstrate the ability to practice partner yoga for kids, and adult version of stroga with skill
- Teach pre-natal yoga and be able to modify the class for each trimester
- Demonstrate the ability to teach intermediate and advanced asanas through a Hatha and vinyasa based class
- Teach a restorative yoga class with different sequences for different conditions.
- Teach partner yoga adapted for kids, and an adult version called stroga.
Requirements
Program evaluation
- Written exam
- Teaching evaluation
In this advanced yoga training you are required to take a written test answering questions about each category. You are also required to teach 4 separate 35 minute classes in the following categories: intermediate/advanced asanas, restorative yoga, pre-natal yoga, and partner yoga.
AYC Verification
This program will grant the following AYC CE badge after you verify your credential.
Level 2 Yoga Teacher
Level 2 Teacher Training
Melissa Boyd
300 hours
Additional Information
In this course you are given a manual, and you have Light on the Yoga Sutras from the 200 hour yoga training. You also receive the Bhagavad Gita and the The Upanishads from Eknath Easwaran.
Program Faculty
Featured Faculty
Satya Yoga And Pilates Wellness Studio Yoga University- EastCoast
Up-front pricing and policies
Format
Attendance
Hybrid
Structure
Cohort
Minimum hours of instruction
300 hours
Total time commitment
16- 16 months
Program fees (USD)
Application fee
Application fees are non-refundable.
Program fees
Depending on timing
Housing fees
Depending on travel, lodging, and meals
Estimated total cost
All details are subject to change; confirm on program website
AYC verification fee
AYC verification fee
One-time. Payable to AYC.
40% goes to Yoga University-EastCoast , 10% to the Give Back Fund, 50% to AYC Operations