Drishti Yoga Studio and The Yoga Room School of Long Island

2010 - 2011 YOGA TEACHER TRAINING

200-Hour Registered Yoga Alliance
 Certification Program
Instruction inspired by the Iyengar Tradition

Teacher Training at The Yoga Room of Long Island is primarily inspired by the Iyengar tradition, where precision in alignment and the appropriate use of Props is stressed. Our Yoga Teacher Certification program is a seven-month course, commencing in October 2010.

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"When the effort is continued in accordance with yogic principles consistently and for a long time, with earnestness, attention, application and devotion, the Yogic foundation is firmly established."

Sutra 1.14, Light on the Yoga Sutras, B.K.S. Iyengar



CO-DIRECTORS:

Lucia Tucci DiPalo, E-RYT, is a certified Yoga Teacher dedicated to the practice of Iyengar Yoga since 1978. She has been teaching in that tradition since 1991. Lucia teaches with gentleness yet firmness, integrating the release of muscles with postural alignment. She is a member of the B.K.S. Iyengar Yoga Association of Greater NY, California Teachers Association, New York Yoga Teachers Association and an active member and former president of the LI Yoga Association. Lucia has been the director of The Yoga Room since 1997.

Christine (Cirelli) Corsa, E-RYT-500, has been practicing Iyengar yoga with Lucia since recovering from back surgery in early 2002. She has explored many other styles and still continues to study with Lucia. Christine holds a BFA in Dance from Adelphi University. She has been teaching the Adult Ed Yoga program at Patchogue/Medford HS for several years now and also teaches Yoga and Meditation at the Connetquot Library. 



The Yoga Room School of Long Island
MISSION STATEMENT

To provide aspiring yoga teachers with a comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of yoga, from Asana to Anatomy and Philosophy to Practical application. To provide a multi-dimensional education and offer classes in all aspects of Yoga for ongoing progression.
Create stimulating environment for learning presented in a nurturing atmosphere.
Build a community of sharing with like-minded people.





ASPIRING YOGA TEACHERS

All dedicated students of Yoga with a practice of at least two years with a Certified Yoga instructor may apply. Students with a passion and respect for Yoga's disciplines and philosophy; and with a strong desire to teach and share this knowledge may apply.

EARNEST STUDENTS

If your primary goal is to improve your skills and deepen your Yoga practice, you may register for the training without certification.



CRITERIA

It is recommended you have two plus years of Yoga experience with an instructor, prior to beginning this training.Clinics will be held on scheduled Tuesday and/or Friday evenings from 5-9pm, scheduled Saturdays from 12-5pm, and scheduled Sundays from 11am-4pm [or within that time frame].
Note: Scheduled clinics are periodic and not each week and times may vary within time stated.
Attendance at two weekly classes required at current rate.





200 HOUR R.Y.A. CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

This program is open to aspiring Yoga teachers and earnest Yoga students if your desire is to:
Develop a discipline and commitment to practicing all aspects of Yoga 
Expand your knowledge
 Deepen your skills
 Embrace Yoga as a lifestyle and healing art
 Share Yoga with others through teaching

TOPICS of STUDY

Techniques in Asana and Pranayama *Meditation
Philosophy, Ethics - Yoga Sutras*, Bhagavad Gita*, Techniques in kryias* (purification techniques)
 Chanting*, Kriya Yoga (Tapas, Svadhyaya, Isvara pranidhana)
Anatomy and Physiology*
Ayurveda*
Sequencing
Fundamentals of posture and alignment
Proper execution of basic poses
Verbalizing poses effectively
Observing and correcting poses
Use of props
And More

*workshop fee required





REGISTRATION

An application will be mailed to you upon request. After your completed application has been reviewed, you will be notified of your eligibility for the program. At that time, you will be asked to meet at a mutually convenient time for a personal interview.
 Clinics and classes are held during a wide range of times, making this program attainable, even to those that lead a busy lifestyle.
We are currently accepting applications for Fall 2010.




CERTIFICATE

A certificate of completion will be issued to students who have successfully completed the program requirements at The Yoga Room School of Long Island and or Drishti Yoga Studio. With completion of the program, graduates may register with Yoga Alliance.
Please note this is not an Iyengar Yoga Certification which requires special examination and a history of teaching Iyengar Yoga without mixing other styles. However, our graduates may be encouraged to pursue this endeavor.