The Journey:
The journey of becoming an Anusara yoga teacher is one of transformation and self-discovery.  It requires a dedicated practice, ongoing studentship, and a willingness to open to something greater. This course is for those who have dedicated themselves to the practice of Anusara Yoga and aspire to support others to step into their own greatness. Through the supportive community  environment, you will embody the practice of yoga so that your teaching is charged with spiritual energy, confidence, and a genuine love and compassion for yourself and others. You will soften your heart, develop a more vibrant body, and sharpen your mind, so that you are more able to teach the essence of yoga which is love.

Format:
The course consists of three intensive 5-day modules over a 6-month period with homework between each segment. Each module provides in-depth training, experience, and inspiration for you to develop and practice at home. The pulsation of coming together in community and then returning home greatly enhances the learning process.

• 105 hours of any Anusara Yoga Immersion
• Minimum of 3 years consistent practice of any style of yoga
• Minimum of 1.5 years of study and practice of Anusara Yoga (or by teacher's permission)
• A sincere desire to learn, grow, open your heart, and be a contributions to the community
• Teacher Recommendation Form. For those who did not take the Immersion with Todd or Ann, a teacher recommendation form from the certified Anusara teacher who taught your Immersion is required. If it has been more than a year since your Immersion teacher has seen you practice, then you are required to submit a second recommendation form from your primary Anusara teacher who has seen you practice recently or within the last month. (Download Teacher Recommendation form here).
  

Course Content Includes:

• Teaching with a theme
  
• Cultivating heart-oriented language
  
• Teaching with technical precision
  
• Individualized mentoring and facilitation with supportive feedback
• Art of guiding a centering and Savasana
• Art of the demonstration
• Art of sequencing
• Lesson planning and design
• Art of observation, verbal, and physical adjustments
• Teaching pranayama and meditation
• Use of props and modifications for beginners
• Tantra philosophy and anatomy as applied to teaching
• Teaching to specific needs
• Therapeutics as applied to teaching
• Conscious communication skills
• Professional practice and ethics
• Integration through chanting, contemplation, and journal writing
• Developing a consistent at-home practice of asana, pranayama and meditation
  

TEACHER
TRAINING
SCHEDULE

MODULE 1
November 4-8, 2009

MODULE 2
March 12-16, 2010

MODULE 3
May 12-16, 2010

Download Application Here

Tuition:
$2300, Early registration $2100 ($200 Savings!) paid in full on or before September 30th, 2009. $400 deposit due with application.

Payment plan available. For details please see application and payment form.

Refund Policy:
$400 deposit refundable through October 28, 2009 minus $100 administration fee. No refunds after October 28th, 2009 unless your space can be filled from a waiting list. Your deposit will be returned in full if you are not accepted into the program.

Additional Costs:
Accommodations, meals, travel, and required books.

Registration:
To receive an application: click here or contact Dede Norton, Deep Peace Yoga, P.O. Box 279, West Stockbridge, MA 01266, 413-232-7839, info@deeppeaceyoga.com. Additional information will be sent once your application is accepted.

Payment plan available. For details please see application and payment form.

Refund Policy:
$400 deposit refundable through October 28, 2009 minus $100 administration fee. No refunds after October 28th, 2009 unless your space can be filled from a waiting list. Your deposit will be returned in full if you are not accepted into the program.

Additional Costs:
Accommodations, meals, travel, and required books.

Registration:
To receive an application: click here or contact Dede Norton, Deep Peace Yoga, P.O. Box 279, West Stockbridge, MA 01266, 413-232-7839, info@deeppeaceyoga.com. Additional information will be sent once your application is accepted.

Anusara Yoga has one of the highest standards for teacher training in the world and this program follows in Anusara's footsteps. You will be updated and notified in each module as to how you're doing and what's needed to reach the certification standard. Certification is based, not only on whether you passed the tests and completed all of your homework, but on the performance and demonstration of your teaching skills.

• Demonstrate the teaching skills, knowledge, and basic understanding of the philosophy and principles of Anusara Yoga with clarity and confidence.
  
• Perform asanas from the Anusara level 1 and some of the level 2 syllabi with precision, presence, and grace. Although you may not be able to perform all of the asanas listed, you need to be able to perform the following poses as basic bench marks of integration of the principles of alignment. (Exceptions will be made for those working with injuries or special conditions.)
  - Adho Mukha Vriksasana (Handstand) kick up at the wall on your own
  - Pincha Mayurasana (Forearm Balance) kick up at the wall with a block on your own
  - Sirsasana (Headstand) at the wall or free standing on your own
  - Sarvangasana (Shoulderstand) at the wall or free standing with props or Ardha Sarvangasana with a block away from the wall
  - Urdhva Dhanurasana (Upward Bow) palms on the floor, with straight elbows
  
• Pass the written tests with a score of 90% or higher. A take home test will be given after modules 2 and 3.
  
• Successfully complete all homework and reading assignments.
  
• Sign the Code of Ethics Agreement.
  
• Pay all fees and outstanding balances.
  

In addition, full attendence, participation, and a yogic attitude are reqired for certification.

Anusara Name Use:
In order for you to use the Anusara name in your marketing, you must meet the requirements of the Anusara-Inspired status and sign a licensing agreement with John Friend and the Anusara office. Until then it is unethical and unlawful to advertise that you teach Anusara Yoga. You man not list your classes on a flier or the web as Anusara classes, or even Hatha Yoga in the Anusara Style until you become Anusara-Inspired.

You may, however, mention in your bio, that you've studied Anusara yoga and that you've been certified in Hatha Yoga through the Immersion and Teacher Training with Todd Norian and Ann Greene, certified Anusara teachers.

For those who would like to continue in their training there are several options:

1. Advanced Anusara Teacher Training Modules (modules of specialized training to deepen your understanding and expertise in various topics related to teaching, i.e. Teaching with a Theme, Anusara Techniques and Skillful Language, Art of Sequencing and Class Design, Art of Adjustments, Therapeutics, Pranayama and Meditation, Yogic Anatomy, Sanskrit, Ayurveda, and more).

2. Once you meet all of the prerequisites, apply for Anusara-Inspired, which is a step toward becoming a certified Anusara teacher. This licenses you to use the name "Anusara-Inspired" in your marketing.

3. Once you meet all of the prerequisites, apply for Anusara Certification.

Logistics:

ProgramVenue:
The program will take place at Shakespeare & Company in the production and Performance Building, large studio. For directions, go to their website.
Shakespeare & Company
70 Kemble Street
Lenox, MA 01240
www.shakespeare.org
Phone: (413)637-1199 ext. 0 for the operator

Accommodations: We recommend staying at the Apple Tree Inn, 10 Richmond Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA 01240, (413) 637-1477, www.appletree-inn.com. Mention that you are with Anusara and you'll get our group rate of $48 per night for a single or double room, tax is included. You may have a roomate to cut the cost in half. Apple Tree Inn will help match you up with a roommate when possible. No guarentees. This rate includes a continental breakfast (consisting of orange and cranberry juice, fresh fruit, breads, bagels for toasting, homemade granola, yogurt, cold cereals, instant oatmeal, milk, coffee and tea). The rate also includes free internet, cable TV, and use of a community fridge. There are no microwaves or stoves available. However, the rooms are quiet and you are within walking distance (.5 miles) to Kripalu Center which serves good food. Apple Tree Inn has a restaurant as well and is approximately 3 miles from Shakespeare and Company (program venue).

Another housing option is to stay in the Lawrence Hall dorm at Shakespeare. The rooms are spartan and have hall baths. The rates are $35/night for a single room, $25/night per person for a double. Linens come with the rooms: pillow, pillow case, sheets, blankets and two towels for bathing. Kitchen facilities include access to a community fridge, freezer, microwave, toaster oven, toaster, coffee maker, dishes, and silverware. No stove or oven. There is no room service or cleaning during the week. The rooms will be cleaned before you arrive. There are a couple of meeting rooms which are available for you to use for yoga practice and practice teaching. The dorm is a short walk to the program room. Shakespeare & Company is about .5 miles from teh center of Lenox.
If you plan to stay at the dorm, make your reservations through our office manager, Dede Norton at info@deeppeaceyoga.com. Shakespeare will NOT be taking reservations. For single rooms the cost for 5 nights is $175. For double rooms the cost is $125 per person for 5 nights. Checks payable to Shakespeare & Company. Hand your check to the housing manager (name TBA) during registration hours to receive your room key. Registration hours TBA

Another possibility is the Days Inn, 194 Pittsfield Rd, Lenox, MA 01240, 413-637-3560, www.daysinn.com (3 miles from Shakespeare & Company). The group rate is $49/night plus tax. Mention you are with Anusara. Althought the rooms are newly renovated, we have received complaints about road noise since the inn is located on a busy roadway. Rooms have 2 double beds, refrigerator, microwave, free internet, and continental breakfast (which is minimal). You may share a room to bring the cost down if there is a roommate available. Please request a roommate at Days Inn upon registering. Laura, the Day’s Inn manager, will do her best to find you a roommate. No guarantees.

For additional accommodations and B & B’s visit: www.lenox.org or www.berkshires.com.

Arrival and Departure Times: Each module begins on the first morning at 8:00 a.m. registration, session times generally run from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. and 2:30-5:45 p.m. with one evening session, TBA. Each module will end on the last day between 12:30 and 1 p.m. Full attendance is mandatory for certification. Therefore, plan your arrival and departure times accordingly to give yourself enough time to transit to and from the airport without missing a session.

Meals: There are many restaurants, a health food and a grocery store, within a 3 minute drive or 10-15 minute walk from the Shakespeare & Company.

Required Books:
Please purchase the books on the required list and begin reading. All books on the required listand some of the books on the highly recommended list, may be purchased at the training or in advance by e-mailing Dede at info@deeppeaceyoga.com.

Note: to order the Anusara Yoga Master Immersion Manual please call the Anusara office directly at 888-398-9642. It will be sent to you via e-mail which you will then need to download and print.

Things to Bring With You:

• Anusara Yoga Teachers Manual, latest edition, John Friend
• Anusara Yoga Immersion Manual, latest edition, John Friend and handouts from your Immersion course.
• Yoga Props: (There are no props at the training site.)
  • Sticky mat (Manduka Mats, the thick black mats, are recommended, www.yogacentre.com)
  • Yoga Belt
  • 2 Yoga Blocks (the thick purple blocks, not the thin ones)
  • 2-3 thick gray yoga blankets (utility blankets not the Mexican blankets)
  • Meditation Pillow (you may use your folded blankets instead)
  • Eye Pillow (optional)

Visit: www.huggermugger.com for props or check Yoga Journal magazine for options.

• A journal or notebook, pens
• Good walking shoes, rain gear, warmer and cooler yoga clothes (long sleeve shirts and long pants, as well as shorts and t-shirts or tank tops). Dress in layers since the inside temperature cannot always be controlled.

Airports: Albany International Airport in Albany, NY is about 60 minutes from Lenox. Bradley International Airport in Hartford, CT is about 90 minutes from Lenox. There are no regular shuttles or buses to and from Lenox from these airports. Contact the following Limousine companies for transportation:

Limousine Service To and From the Airport:

• Albany International Airport
  
  • Advantage Limousine: 518-443-0100, $135 up to 3 passengers one-way
    
  • Tobi's Limousine: 413-637-1224, $175 one-way.
    
• Bradley International Airport (90 minutes from Lenox)
  
  • Tobi's Limousine: 413-637-1224, $175 one-way.
    
  • Lindsey Limousine: www.lindseylimo.com, 860-289-5466, $195.50 up to 3 passengers one-way.
    

If you're interested in carpooling or splitting a Limo, contact Dede after you've made your flight reservations and she'll put you in touch with other participants seeking to share a ride.