Continuing Education YACEP Yoga Programs & 300hr YTT Eligible Modules

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Yin & Restorative | 100hr

Although quite different, Yin & Restorative yoga can be quite complementary and both amazing tools for curious yoga students and teachers.

The Yin component will be taught by Dawn Batenchuk, a senior yoga teacher of 20 years and a student of Bernie Clark.

The Restorative component will be taught by Dede Monette, Founder of Tofino Yoga and senior teacher with over 20 years of teaching experience.

We look forward to welcoming  you to this YACEP- Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Program. These hours are eligible towards the 300hr Yoga Alliance  certification.

 

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Curriculum

  • History of Yin/Restorative Yoga

  • Philosophy

  • Foundations of Yin/Restorative Yoga

  • Anatomy

  • Yin/Restorative Yoga Energetics

  • Relationship to Stillness and Release

Required and Recommended Texts:

  • Yin Sights, Bernie Clark
  • Relax and Renew, Judith Hanson Lasater

The Tofino Mermaid Tales bookstore will have all mandatory and recommended reading material available for purchase at a 15% off discount to all Tofino Yoga students. Feel free to call them to reserve and pay for your book:
https://mermaidbooks.ca

Breath & Meditation for Yoga Teachers | 100hr

Welcome to the Breath & Meditation Module, where yoga teachers and yoga enthusiasts will explore and practice different styles of pranayama and meditation practices.

Additionally we will dive into the worlds of the energetic body and the subtle body including the chakras, the nadis, the koshas and the doshas.

Furthermore mantras and kirtan will be part of this enriching module. Dede Monette, Dawn Batenchuk, Jane Good and Ricardo Allen will be teaching this module.

We look forward to welcoming you to this YACEP- Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Program. These hours are eligible towards the 300hr Yoga Alliance certification, granted that all 3/100hr modules are complete within the Tofino Yoga School.

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Curriculum

  • Ayurveda history & philosophy

  • Subtle body; the chakras, koshas & doshas

  • Pranayama practices

  • The anatomy and physiology of breath

  • Meditation practices

  • Mudras

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The Niches of Yoga | 100hr

Please note, the travel days are the first and last day of the posted training dates. Please schedule your travel accordingly.

As a yoga teacher, a wide range of yoga students will be requiring your expertise. Since yoga is for every-body, it is important for yoga teachers to familiarize themselves and deepen their scope of practice in order to meet their students’ needs.

The Niches of Yoga module will allow yoga teachers to widen their knowledge when it comes to teaching yoga to a larger segment of yoga students. Dede Monette and Dawn Batenchuk will be teaching this module.

We look forward to welcoming  you to this YACEP- Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Program. These hours are eligible towards the 300hr Yoga Alliance certification, granted that all 3/100hr modules are complete within the Tofino Yoga School.

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Curriculum

  • Kids Yoga

  • Chair Yoga

  • Prenatal Yoga 

  • Postnatal Yoga

  • Trauma Informed Yoga

  • SUP yoga (Stand-Up Paddle Yoga)

Yoga Anatomy and Skillful Sequencing

Yoga anatomy and advanced vinyasa sequencing goes hand in hand! Being well versed in the possible injury of yoga, optimal anatomical alignment and the intricacy of sequencing an amazing vinyasa yoga class are fantastic tools to have as a yoga teacher. 

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Curriculum

  • Yoga Anatomy and Physiology

  • Yoga Injury

  • Advanced Asana Guide

  • Skillful  Vinyasa Sequencing

  • Theming

  • Asana Deep Dive

  • Class Management

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Yoga History & Philosophy | 100hr

Welcome to the Yoga History & Philosophy Module, where yoga teachers and yoga enthusiasts will explore, practice and live through the principles of the 8 limbs of yoga.

Come prepare to explore and rekindle your relationship with the Yamas & Niyamas, as a living practice.

Additionally we will dive into the worlds of Ayurveda, chakras and subtle body.

Furthermore mantras and kirtan will be part of this enriching module.

Dede Monette, Dawn Batenchuk, Jane Good and Ricardo Allen will be teaching this module.

We look forward to welcoming you to this YACEP- Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Program. These hours are eligible towards the 300hr Yoga Alliance certification, granted that all 3/100hr modules are complete within the Tofino Yoga School.

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Curriculum

  • Yoga History

  • Yoga Philosophy

  • The Yamas & Niyamas

  • The 8 Limbs of Yoga

  • Ayurveda for Yoga Teachers

  • Subtle Body

  • Mantra

  • Kirtan

Thank you so much for the incredible Yin & Restorative yoga course you have provided. Your expertise, creativity and genuine care have made a significant impact on my physical, metal and emotional well-being. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to learn from you and to be part of this transformative journey and to be able to take these teaching tools and share with the world.
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Your genuine passion for yoga shines through in every class, and it is evident that you genuinely care about our progress and overall wellness. Your willingness to answer questions, provide individualized guidance, and offer valuable insights has made this course an invaluable experience. Thank you and I am honoured to have been a part of this course.
Neesha HanderToronto, ON