THE CHILDLIGHT CHILDREN'S YOGA TEACHER TRAINING is an incredibly fun, interactive and educational experience! A passion for yoga and a love for children is at the core of this training. This basic, yet thorough, children's yoga teacher training program is designed to provide serious yogis (at least 1+ yrs. of study of asanas, pranayama & basic yogic philosophy) with the tools and knowledge needed to share the gifts of yoga with children.
Training addresses teaching yoga to children ages 2-teens, with a concentration on ages 3-11yrs. Whether you are seeking to incorporate what you learn into your current work with children, or whether you are looking to teach yoga to children as a career, the CLY Teacher Training will provide you with the information and inspiration necessary to begin doing so immediately.
The CLY training curriculum includes the following useful and time-tested information:
• breathing exercises appropriate for children • loads of child-friendly yoga poses • relaxation techniques & visualizations for children • creating and using themes and stories • how to teach different age groups • yoga games • partner & group poses • kid-friendly songs and chants • simple creative movement routines • prop suggestions • class setting adaptations/considerations • lesson planning/sequencing • incorporating music, songs, crafts, books and yogic themes • how to best prepare for class • tips for improvising • adaptations for special groups: special needs children, teens, families, etc. • behavior management techniques that support a loving, non-competitive environment and encourage respect for self and others • possible observation of a sample ChildLight Yoga class (live or via video) • opportunities for both practice teaching and 'being' the child/student • marketing • thorough list of useful resources and much more.
Participants will also leave with a variety of sample lesson plans as part of the overall ChildLight Yoga teacher training manual, along with a few we will have developed (and practiced) together. You will leave the training feeling joyful and uplifted having spent the weekend 'playing' yoga!
CLY Basic Training Schedule: The CLY Teacher Training is a 2 to 2.5-day intensive course, typically held on a weekend. Specific hours will vary based on the availability of the host studio/training location. There will be breaks
for lunch/dinner, with local eatery suggestions provided. For those traveling from out of town, some lovely, reasonably-priced lodging suggestions can also be provided — please inquire.
Requirements: The CLY TT is open to yoga teachers and yoga students (1+ yrs. yoga practice) who LOVE children — educators, phys ed teachers, family counselors, social workers, occupational therapists, physical therapists, camp counselors, recreation directors, and others who regularly work with children. Requirements for certification include the completion of a take-home exam and the facilitation of at least 3 community classes and/or completion of a 3-class internship with ChildLight Yoga. Certification will be granted upon successful completion of the above. All Certified ChildLight Yoga Instructors (CCLYI) will be listed on the CLY website and (local instructors), will be eligible to attend the Advanced Training, and may also be invited to join the ChildLight Yoga Team as an Independent Contractor.
Cost: $345 ($365 after registration deadline, if space is still available. Space is limited - register early.) Includes 15 contact hours ($285), comprehensive ChildLight Yoga Instructor Manual ($45), the corresponding CD of Yoga Songs for Children ($13), certification administration and materials, and much more.
ChildLight Yoga signature T-shirts for babies, children and adults, as well as select teaching materials will also be available for purchase at the training.
To Register: If you choose, you may fill in and print the online registration form and send along with a non-refundable, non-transferable deposit of $100 to hold your space in the training. Please note that full payment must be received at least 3 weeks prior to the training weekend to guarantee your space.
If you would prefer to pay in full, please use the online registration form and go through to payment processing. using our secure server (SSL certificate). Please note that $100 of the training fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
Note: A required reading list (to be completed prior to the training weekend) and other pertinent training details will be provided upon receipt of completed application and deposit. ChildLight Yoga reserves the right to postpone a training with less than 8 students enrolled.
ChildLight Yoga™ Teacher Training - Advanced
Includes YOGA 4 CLASSROOMS Seminar
This 2-day advanced training is open to anyone who has completed ChildLight Yoga's 2-day basic training AND has experience teaching yoga to children (see above). Instructors who seek to build and strengthen their skills for teaching yoga and yoga-related concepts to children will delve deeper into their techniques for teaching while learning some new activities as well. An environment of sharing, networking, and constructive critique and support will facilitate further growth and improved teaching skills. During the first day, our time together will focus on practice teaching, sharing and group discussions. In addition, we will discuss working with specific groups such as special needs children and middle schoolers. As time allows, further discussion of yoga philosophy for children, as well as mandala work and an intro to the chakra system will round out the day. The second day will focus on Yoga 4 Classrooms. Attendees will receive the Y4C Teacher;s Guide and will learn how to share the Y4C program within the classroom environment. Note: Those who achieve Basic & Advanced certification in the ChildLight Yoga program may also become eligible to obtain certification to facilitate Yoga 4 Classrooms pubic and private (at schools/staff development) seminars for teachers. See 'Become a Certified Yoga 4 Classrooms Instructor' at the bottom of the Y4C Page. Please contact us with questions.
Would you like to host a Basic or Basic/Advanced ChildLight Yoga Teacher Training at your studio, childcare center, preschool or other location?Generous group discounts are available for private trainings. Public training hosts receive many benefits including one complimentary registration, a percentage of the training income, and facility exposure. Please email Lisa at lisa@childlightyoga.com or call 603-781-3323
other trainings
The following trainings are being hosted by ChildLight Yoga at The Nealley House in South Berwick, ME.
YOGA 4 TEENS TEACHER TRAININGwith Christy Brock
We are thrilled to host Christy Brock, Founder of YogaMinded and Author of Yoga 4 Teens, An Instructor's Guide to Teaching Yoga to Teenagers, to offer this amazing training to be held at The Nealley House, our retreat center in downtown South Berwick, ME! The YogaMinded Y4T Teacher Training is designed for yoga practitioners who want to build and strengthen their skills for teaching teenagers yoga.
Dates: November 6 & 7, 2010 Time: Saturday, 9am-5pm, & Sunday, 9am-5pm Location: The Nealley House (ChildLight Yoga Training & Retreat Center)
FMI and to make reservations to stay at The Nealley House, CLICK HERE.
Every Kids Yoga(Special Needs)with Craig Hanauer
Discover the many ways that yoga can promote the healthy development of children with special needs, ages 4-12. Learn fun and powerful yoga-based techniques to support and enhance other therapeutic modalities in addressing challenges associated with Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Sensory integration Disorder, Speech and Language Based Learning Disabilities, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and mild Cerebral Palsy. This program is perfect for yoga teachers and parents, teachers and therapists with a personal yoga practice who are interested in incorporating yoga into their work with children.
WHY YOGA FOR KIDS? - An Informational Workshop A wonderful way to introduce the idea of yoga for children! Learn about how yoga works, the benefits of yoga for children, resources for starting a practice with your children, and even some yoga tools to share with your children TODAY...all in this 1-3 hr. experiential workshop. Perfect for health expo presentations, PTO meetings, parent education, continuing education, support groups, etc. Workshop can easily be adapted to the needs of your particular group. Please contact us to discuss the options.
YOGA 4 TEENS TEACHER TRAINING
Every Kids Yoga
