Namaspa Yoga School

Whether you want to teach yoga or expand your own practice by embodying and applying yoga and Ayurvedic principles in your life, you will learn to authentically express and share of yourself, connect with others and create positive change in the world – skills applicable to any leadership role in or out of a yoga studio.

Would you like to...

Learn the ancient wisdom of yoga and mindfulness in a way that helps you realize your goals and highest intentions in life?

Learn effective tools and techniques to explore your practice and also instruct others in a way that is clear, effective and positive?

Gain a deeper understanding of your body and how it works, to enrich your own health and provide a foundation for you to teach others?

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If you answered yes, then this training is for YOU!

The purpose of our CONNECTION: Mind-Body-Spirit 200 Hour Teacher Training is to create a safe container that allows students to discover and explore what it means to be both a responsible, informed yoga practitioner and teacher of yoga.

CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR MODULE DATES & TIMES

Fridays, 5:30-8:30p

Saturdays & Sundays, 8a-6p

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Bend  Studio & Zoom

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Modules will be a mix of in-person classes in our Bend studio, as well as live via Zoom. All in-person classes will also be broadcast via Zoom, so it is possible to telecommute for the entire program. ​

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Overview:

Discover and explore what it means to be a responsible, informed yoga practitioner and teacher of vinyasa and Yin Yoga

Learn foundational yoga teaching techniques that can be applied in a variety of small group settings

Learn the breakdown, alignment, variations, and sequencing of postures

Learn basic anatomy and how to apply physiological and movement principles to understand the intention and limitations of yoga poses

Explore the confluence of physical and energetic anatomy

Learn to evaluate and address bodies physically and emotionally to prevent injuries

Learn how to give safe hands-on assists and cue self-assists

Explore various meditation techniques and pranayama breathing techniques to incorporate into your personal practice or classes

Participate in practice teaching sessions, study groups, observing and assisting classes

Explore and analyze yoga philosophy to guide you in your daily life and the lifestyles and ethics for yoga teachers

Trace the history of yoga - including the origins of the modern asana practice - and examine abuses of power and cultural appropriation in the modern yoga industry

Have an introduction to Ayurveda and guidance in applying these ancient principles to improve health in a modern lifestyle

Learn the business of yoga to support launching your new career

Prerequisites:

Have been doing yoga (home or in-studio) for 6 months or permission from the lead trainer

Have taken 30 live Namaspa studio classes (in-studio or on Zoom, any format) by the time the program begins in October.

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Required Reading:

Yoga Anatomy by Lesley Kaminoff

Yinsights by Bernie Clark

Yamas and Niyamas by Deborah Adele

Bhagavad Gita - Choose ONE of the following:

​The Great Work of Your Life: A Guide for the Journey to Your True Calling by Stephen Cope​

Bhagavad Gita: A New Translation by Stephen Mitchell

The Yoga Sutras - Choose ONE of the following:

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by Swami Satchidananda The Wisdom of Yoga by Stephen Cope Living the Sutras: A Guide to Yoga Wisdom Beyond the Mat by Kelly DiNardy Threads of Yoga: A Remix of Patanjalis Sutras with Commentary and Reverie by Mathew Remski

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Enrollment:

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Tuition: $3200

$500 non-refundable application deposit applied towards your tuition.

Early Bird Discount - Save $200: Balance of $2300 due by August 15, 2025. After August 15 the balance after deposit would be $2,700.

Email [email protected] if you're interested and want to learn more. Limited spaces available. ​

Payment plans available.

Scholarships are available - click here to learn more and apply.

Cancellation policy: No refunds once the program begins. Tuition may be applied to future programs. ​​

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https://www.namaspa.com/200hr-fall-winter