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Definition of Yoga by Sage Patañjali

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योग: चित्त-वृत्ति निरोध:  (yogāḥ citta-vṛtti-nirodhāḥ) - Yoga Sutras 1.2

Yoga occurs when the movements of consciousness cease to fluctuate

 

The meaning of Yoga is understood as ‘Union’. Embracing this Union is accomplished by the practice of Nirodha (mental control).  Hence, the goal of Yoga is the perfection of that process. Yoga (union) implies ‘Duality’, as in the joining of 2 things or principles. The result of Yoga is the ’Non-Dual’ state - the union of the Lower Self and Higher Self. This non-dual state is characterized by "absence of individuality" promoting peace, pure love, Self-Realization, or Liberation.

 

As personal Yoga practitioners OR as Yoga Teachers (those who share Yogic knowledge), we must strive to protect and share the true and traditional practice, maintaining the integrity and sacredness gifted to humanity through the elevated consciousness of the great Sages & Seers of India.  We have a responsibility and duty of care when embracing this knowledge for ourselves and when sharing this gift with our community.

 

The Sattvic Sage Ayurveda & Yoga YTT Programs are for those who wish to learn authentic traditions. Courses are open to those who are brand new to the yogic practice, for those are seasoned, for those who wish to get certified to share/teach, and for those who have no intention of teaching ~ but wish to nourish and embody personal practice with Jnana Yoga for a healthy and balanced life.

 

This course allows each individual to experience the true essence and meaning of Yoga through a unique and holistic synthesis, harmonized amongst the teachings of ageless wisdom of ancient scriptures and philosophy applied in a contemporary context that students can grasp and thus begin to put into practice in their daily lives. Yoga is not something we ‘Do’, but something we ‘Realize’.

This is a path of Self-Discovery and Self-Realization.

 

Students will learn the integral foundations of Yoga, ensuring all participants can practice safely, teach safely, understand the breath and the mind and learn to connect to other human beings compassionately. This experience is a wonderful odyssey on your path to greater self-awareness and understanding. By incorporating Yoga in its totality, all will learn to teach and practice through their own experiences and deepened knowledge.

 

The course is designed to provide a comprehensive foundation for teaching yoga skillfully & intelligently, while realizing the connection of Āsana to Nirodha (Mental Control) and Prāṇa.  This course intends to possess more depth and breadth of the true Yoga teachings, understanding the Śhiva / Śhakīi Principle, with a deep connection to heart.

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Graduates of this program can become Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT 200 / RYT500) with Yoga Alliance when they apply for registration with Yoga Alliance directly.  An RYT designation is a symbol of a minimum level of knowledge, training, and experience - based on standards recognized by Yoga Alliance.  Possessing this designation enhances your credibility as a teacher - but many components of this course offer higher-than-required knowledge for Yoga Alliance registration. 

 

The Sattvic Sage Ayurveda & Yoga program also incorporates added ability to understand basic concepts in Ayurveda and its critical relationship to Yoga. Yoga & Ayurveda are inseparable.  Ayurveda itself is a form of Yoga.

 

You will learn the benefits and teaching of various styles of Asana (Refinement of Hatha, Vinyasa) – but also Yin, Restorative & Chair, as well as Meditation, Yoga Nidrā, Pranayama, Chanting of Mantras and the use of Mudras. No other special  certifications in each style will be necessary (nor the expense of such courses). You will be prepared to offer your light and energy in each of these spaces, with the goal of sharing your knowledge for health & healing of yourself and your community.

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~ Program Overview~

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Teaching Competence and Proficiency

Students must demonstrate command of the skills necessary to safely and competently teach a Yoga class. Participation in all practice-teaching sessions is mandatory for certification. During these sessions & throughout training, you must demonstrate the ability to teach Yoga using the methodology presented in the training as noted below:

 

• Demonstrate knowledge, embodiment and modeling of Āsana, including modifications, intuitive and evidence-based benefits, contraindications, and alignment principles for all intended demographics

• Demonstrate understanding and use of effective, conscious communication skills

• Demonstrate ability to lead Āsana, Pranayama, Guided Meditation and Relaxation.

• Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology—muscles, bones, and systems

• Demonstrate knowledge of Yoga History, Philosophy and Methodology

 

These skills will be evaluated during session Teachbacks.  A minimum of 5 hours is required teaching as the Lead Instructor and will be incorporated into class training sessions. You will conduct classes live as lead instructor amongst classmates and offer Community Yoga Classes. Classmates will provide feedback to each other on each class offered. As you depart from this program, you will be ready to share your love and passion for the Yogic lifestyle.

 

Assessments

Students will be given a series of assessments designed to support integration of content. The assignments include Homework on studied texts, Summaries/analyzation of specific documentaries, self-reflective based journaling, lesson reviews, and practice teaching exercises. The successful completion of these assessments is required for certification. All documentation be collected/reviewed in hardcopy or via email and will be reviewed by the Lead Trainer.

 

At-Home Assignments

Students attending training will be given assignments to complete between segments. These assignment will account for Non-Contact Hours.  These assignments will include attending personal yoga classes, Observing others teaching in a classroom setting, and developing Class Designs.  Students must satisfactorily complete and submit all assignments in hardcopy or email to receive certification. These assignments will be provided by the Lead Trainer In-Person or via email. All documentation be collected will be reviewed by the Lead Trainer.

 

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L1 200 HR

INCLUDES 4 CERTIFICATIONS:

CERTIFICATION IN TRADITIONAL HATHA, YIN, RESTORATIVE & MEDITATION

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L2 300 HR

INCLIUDES 6 CERTIFICATIONS:

CERTIFICATION IN YIN, RESTORATIVE, MEDITATION, PREGNANCY, CHAIR & YOGA NIDRA

(Also REFINEMENT of Hatha, Vinyasa  & Inclusive Cueing)

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No other special weekend certification courses (or the added expense of those courses) in each style will be necessary.  Many YTT programs only certify with focus on Hatha & Vinyasa - then requiring special attendance of weekend workshops in all other styles that are typically $450-$650 each.   Here you will be prepared to offer each style - All included in Asana Study and Delivery – Including Prana Flow, Benefits, Sequencing and Teaching Skills. This is a huge cost savings.

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2025 CLASSES

FULLY LIVE ONLINE FOR ALL CLASSES for MARCH - MAY

HYBRID LIVE ONLINE & IN-PERSON IN CHICAGO FOR CLASSES in JULY - SEPTEMBER

GRADUATION ON AUTUMN EQUINOX SEPTEMBER 21 IN PERSON at Soderworld Wellness Center in CHICAGO

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Requirements for Completion:

Completion & Attendance of All Session Hours & Any Needed Make Up Hours

All Assigned Homework / Personal Class Attendance Log / Meditation Journal Sharing / Student Survey

Class Observations / Class designs / Complimentary Community Class Offerings / Tuition Paid in Full

 

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Pre-Requisite:

ALL CLASSES:  At least 18 Years of Age with Proficiency in English, as all classes are taught in English language

Suggested to have some previous experience by attending classes, lectures, etc. - or engaged in self-awareness practices.

For the Level 2 - 300HR Course Only:  Completion of YTT200HR Program - Transcript or Certification Proof Required

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Upon Completion:

When each course requirements are met, a “Certificate of Completion” is issued.

You are considered a Certified Yoga Instructor: CYT200 or CYT500, depending on course taken

This program not offer Job Placement Opportunities

 

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Optional Registration with Yoga Alliance:

To become a Registered Yoga Instructor (RYT), the registration process is completed directly with Yoga Alliance.

This program is a YA RYS Registered School and may be included in the path to RYT200 / RYT500. 

This process is also explained in the Professional Development portion of the program.

 

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Current CYT200 & RYT200 Teachers:

Even if you have already taken a 200HR course in the past - the completion of this course is still considered additional education and may be applied to your hours on the path to CYT500 / RYT500.   If RYT500 with YA is desired, Yoga Alliance will recognize your additional training hours through this program.  You would only need to obtain 100 more hours to receive the RYT500 designation with Yoga Alliance. 

 

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Academic Requirement:​

• ALL CLASSES:  Applicants have English language fluency, as all classes will be taught in English

• LEVEL 2 300 HR ONLY:  Applicants have completed a Level 1 - 200HR Program 

 

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Recommended Reading / Books:

Book List Provided Upon Enrollment (Does not exceed $100)

 

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Steps in the Application Process & Enrollment Registration:

1. Submission of Enrollment Form (May be completed at Button ABOVE)

2. Phone Interview with Prospective Student by Lead Trainer / Confirmation of Acceptance

3. Payment for SEAT RESERVATION (Applied to Tuition) or TUITION PAYMENT IN FULL to receive discount

4. Student receives Welcome Email with all steps, dates and details to prepare for Class Start​

Enrolled Student signs and returns the 'Attestation & Acknowledgement' of Program Policies on 1st day of class

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2025 Tuition Includes::

Yoga Alliance Recognized Program
7 months / 200 Hours of Curriculum

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4 SEPARATE CERTIFICATIONS in Styles of Hatha, YIN, Restorative & Meditation 
(Normally $3200 Hatha, $650 YIN, $650 Restorative, $450 Meditation = $4950)

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Learning & Offering the Highest Standards of All-Inclusive Speech and Cueing
Personal Class Sadhna / Class Observations
In Person & Remote Class Full Set Up & Break Down
High Quality, Professional Presentations & AV Equipment
High-Quality Full-Color Binder of Syllabus, Class Schedule, Course Policies
Homework Summary & Due Dates
Part 1 & 2 Printed Handouts  

Part 3 - 8 Handouts in Electronic PDF Emails
Provided Personal Class Attendance Log
Provided Class Observations Template
Provided - All Class Design Templates
Provided Meditation Journal
Provided - Numerous Class Sequences
Sharing of Personal Music Playlists
Numerous E-Books of Traditional Yoga & Ayurveda

20% Discounted Yoga Classes at Soderworld Wellness Center During Training

Excursion / Class Practice / Tour & Pictures at Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago
Attendance Tracking, Homework Tracking & Review, Grading & Feedback
Administrative Communications & Follow Up
Practicum Supervision, Grading & Feedback

2 Guest Teachers, offering additional perspective on Alignments & Restorative Set Ups

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Swami Yatidharmananda, traveling from Uttarkashi INDIA
4 HR Private / In-Person Discourse & Meditation 
5 HR Yoga Teacher Sadhna Intensive, Yoga Nidra & Meditation

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The Opportunity to offer Seva Classes at the Hindu Temple, if so desired

(The Temple Recognizes the standard of this program)

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Complete Course Photos & Videos
Community Yoga Day Photos & Videos
Graduation Ceremony, Class Pictures & Commemorative Video
Continued Ongoing Support / Mentorship via Instructors & private YTT Facebook Group for all Alumni - indefinitely

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For the Quality & Inclusions of this Course, it is Valued at $6000

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YET TUITION IS ONLY $3500

~detailed below~

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WHAT MAKES THIS TRAINING UNIQUE

 

DEEP & TRADITIONAL UNDERSTANDING

Classes include practice of Āsana, Pranayama,& Meditation, as well as coursework, practical experience / excursions to witness Yoga in its truest form - beyond the physical.  Many YTT Training programs offer just a scratch of the surface of the true Yoga practice by focusing only on physical postures, while missing any real focus on 7 other components of the 8-Fold Path – the most powerful pieces on the healing journey.  I wish to offer and share understanding of tradition, history, integrity and cultural (and yes, the PHYSICAL) pieces of this life-altering knowledge.

 

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BEYOND ĀSANA:  DEEPER PHILOSOPHY, TEXTS & TRADITION

- History / Origins / Ṣatdarśana

- Immersion in the 8 Limbs of the Aṣtāṅga Path

- Contemplations of verses of Patanjali Yoga Sutras

- Sankya Philosophy

- Lineage of Krishnamacharya

- Hatha Pradpika / Bhagavad Gita

- Study of ŚuddiKriyas

- Introduction to the beauty of Sanskrit

- What is Tāntra, really?

 

Heavy in both Western & Yogic/Ayurvedic understandings of Anatomy, Physiology & Injury Prevention –

As well as the Subtle Energy body and modalities of Prana, Cakras, Nadīs and Marmas.

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PRACTICAL & EXPERENTIAL EXPERIENCE

CHICAGO:  Yoga Class Practice & Tour of the Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago in Lemont, IL 

*** Experiencing Yoga in its truest form ***

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AYURVEDA & YOGA FOR YOUR DOṢA

Introduction to Ayurveda & Understanding Doṣas

The Yoga & Ayurveda Relationship

Vedic Psychology / Reduction of Rajas

Yoga Asana, Pranayama, Dhyana for balancing Vata, Pitta & Kapha

The movement of 5 Parana Vayus within Āsana

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HOW TO BUILD YOUR PRACTICE

I am a former Business Development officer and will guide you in understanding Code of Ethics, Scope of Practice, Legal Documents necessary for State or County, Waivers & Disclaimer Language, Music Suggestions as well as Copyright adherence, and much more!  Learn your practice options available as an employee or independent practitioner, tax rules, payment gateways and the best ways to share your offerings both in-person or ONLINE.

 

 

The aim & goal is setting forth Yoga Instructors with sincere quality & depth of understanding in both personal and public practice, and who are empowered with tradition - as well as knowledge, on how to offer and share yoga as a lifestyle, not just a ‘class’.  Yoga is not something we ‘do’, but what we ‘realize’.

 

Offering Guidance & Instruction in this sacred practice goes beyond “HOW”….but also “WHY”.