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2011 - 2012 YOGA TEACHER
TRAINING
200-Hour Registered Yoga Alliance
Certification Program
Instruction inspired by the Iyengar Tradition

Teacher Training at The Yoga Room School of Long Island/Drishti
Yoga Studio 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, starting on September 20, 2011.
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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 is a
graduate of The Yoga Room School of Long Island where
she
now co-directs the training of aspiring teachers in
Asana, Philosophy, Yoga History, and Meditation.
Certified and registered with the Yoga Alliance at the
500 hour level, she continues her primary studies with
Lucia Tucci DiPalo, her teacher since 2002.
Christine holds a BFA in Dance from Adelphi University
with a minor in Psychology. Her studies in the former
have given her a deep appreciation for the importance of
proper alignment, while the latter sparked an interest
in the deep connections to be found between Psychology
and yogic philosophy. She firmly believes that all
aspects of Yoga are equally important, and is currently
studying Ayurveda and continuing her study of Yoga
history and Yoga Sutras of Patanjali under the
mentorship of Georg Feurstein, Indologist and renown
author of over 30 books.

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

Yoga History, Philosophy, Traditions
The Fives Paths of Yoga
The Eight Limbs of Yoga
Sacred Texts
Ayurveda
Koshas
Kleshas
Bandhas
Chakras
Sanskrit
Asanas
Alignment
Anatomy
Modifications and the use of Props
Creating a Class
Contraindications
Ethics
The Business of Yoga
And much more……



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 2011.

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.
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