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At Namasté we view the ancient path of Yoga as one of the many doorways to accessing deeper levels of being in our relationship with ourselves, others and the sacred. We have experienced that it is through the engagement of “svadhyaya” - witness consciousness or self-inquiry - and steadfastness that we are able to gain the experiential knowledge needed to live more authentically, peaceful and present.
Yoga is an ancient holistic system of health and self development that touches us on every level, physical, psychological, emotional, & spiritual. It views the body as a living temple, as the "container" for the life-force or divine intelligence that animates all living things, and teaches us how to honor and care for this sacred space.
The word yoga is derived from the Sanskrit root yuj, meaning to join, yoke, or unite the individual self with the source of the innermost universal self. It is a form of self-healing that unites the opposites within us and enables us to find inner stillness within external activity, containment within chaos, strength within ease, concentration within relaxation. Yoga is a beautiful way to connect and contain all that we cultivate within our practice with our daily lives, creating a sense of balance and wholeness instead of the separateness we too often feel within ourselves and towards others.
Yoga is far more than physical exercise or a bodily healing system. It addresses the whole human being from physical health and well-being to the unfoldment of our higher consciousness. Yoga teaches us that we are all part of the infinite, eternal, creative consciousness of the universe, and gives us the tools to clear away our misconceptions about who we think we are. Yoga gives us the power to transform our bodies & our lives by awakening and uniting our inner awareness of our unique creation with our higher consciousness or intelligence. This union teaches us how to live our lives more fully, deeply and authentically within the present moment. When we learn to live life more fully we begin to embody peace even within chaos and are able to connect with joy even in times of sadness. These qualities of awareness of our inner potential and the embodiment and containment of a peaceful state of mind are the ultimate goal of yoga.
At Namaste’ we offer three tracks for students to deepen their understanding about themselves and others:
Namaste’ Yoga Teacher Certification 200 Hours
A Namaste’ Certified Yoga Teacher is certified to teach group classes and individual classes. This track offers thorough training in Yoga for personal practice and entry level teacher training. Specifically, the 200-hour training curriculum includes:
* Namaste’ Philosophy
* Yoga Practice - both in groups and individual
* History of Yoga
* Yoga Philosophy
* Asana Theory
* Pranayama
* Meditation
* Introduction to Ayurveda
* Teaching Methodology
* Comparative Religion
* Professional Ethics, Business, & Seva
Namaste’ Yoga Therapist Certification 300-500 Hours
A Namaste’ Certified Yoga Therapist is certified to teach special population group classes and to provide Yoga Therapy for individuals. This track provides in-depth training in the application of Yoga as a therapeutic healing modality for specific health concerns or to help an individual deepen their Yoga practice physically and subtly. Specifically, the training curriculum includes modules containing:
* Therapeutic Yoga Practice - both in groups and individual
* Extensive study of Yoga and Healing
* Yoga Philosophy of Healing and Healing Methodologies
* Specialized Yoga studies on common illnesses
* Home Study requirements
* Psychology of the Body
* Yoga Psychology
* Introduction to Ayurveda
* Extensive study of Functional Anatomy, Physiology & Kinesiology
* Neuroanatomy and Neuromuscular Theory
* Movement Theories
* Structural Theories
* Fundamental Postures
* Listening and Conscious Communication Skills
* Dialogue process for Mind-Body Integration
* Professional Ethics
The Namaste’ Yoga Therapist Certification program can be taken in conjunction with the Yoga Teacher Training Program or the Yoga Massage Program or as a separate course of study.
Namaste’ Yoga Massage Certification 300-500 Hours
A Namaste’ Certified Yoga Massage practitioner is certified to practice one on one with individuals. Namaste’ Yoga Massage is a sacred Ayurvedic form of bodywork. Akin to Thai Massage it shares deep roots in Yoga, Ayurveda, and Buddhist practices. It is often referred to as a physical application of the Buddhist principle of "Metta" or loving kindness. Working in a purely meditative state with full awareness, mindfulness and concentration the practitioner creates a clear and pure space for transformation and healing to occur for the emotional, physical and spiritual bodies of the receiver. Drawing from ancient Thai Massage techniques, Namaste’ Yoga Massage consists of a series of interactive, flowing movements, assisted Hatha Yoga postures and rhythmic massage. The deeply meditative experience invoked from receiving Namaste’ Yoga Massage results in a profound liberation from mental, physical and emotional dis-ease.
* Namasté Yoga Massage - Floor Mat Methodology
* Essential Applied Yoga Asana
* Yoga & Buddhism – Psychology & Philosophy
* The Way of the Bodhisattva - Cultivating Compassion and Presence
* Meditation Practices
* Puja
* Listening and Conscious Communication Skills
* Psychology of the Body
* Introduction to Ayurveda
* Structural Theories
* Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology – Eastern & Western
* Professional Ethics
The Yoga Therapist and Yoga Massage program is open to those who have completed a 200 hour Yoga teacher training. Those who have not completed a yoga teacher training will be required to complete the Namaste’ Yoga teacher training prior or in conjunction with the Yoga therapist course. Yoga teachers will be required to complete the 500 hour track and licensed bodyworkers will be required to complete the 300 hour track.
Tuition
200 Hour Program of Study: $2,500.00
300 Hour Program of Study: $4,500.00
500 Hour Program of Study: $7,500.00
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