200 Hour Anusara Yoga^® Teacher Training
with Todd Norian

2008/2009 Anusara Yoga Teacher Training Module 1: November 9-16, 2008 Module 2: March 8-15, 2009 Module 3: May 10-17, 2009

Faculty:
	Todd Norian: Todd is one of Anusara's most open-hearted and inspirational teachers. He teaches yoga with the deepest intention to awaken the hearts of others to their true nature of unlimited joy. Through his personal sharing and profound philosophical insights, combined with precise technical guidance and a warm sense of humor, Todd creates an opportunity for transformation and self-empowerment in each student. He offers workshops internationally and directs 200-hour Anusara Yoga Teacher Trainings. For more info visit www.deeppeaceyoga.com.
	Ann Greene: Ann Greene, a certified Anusara teacher, leads workshops internationally. She offeres a balance of light-heartedness, physical challenge, and emotional sensitivity. Ann creates a supportive environment for each student to feel loved and connected to spirit. She has led yoga teacher trainings since 1995 and is able to break things down in a way that honors different teaching styles. Her innovative approach helps to bring out the greatness of each teacher.
	Prof. Douglas Brooks: Dr. Douglas Brooks is among the world's leading scholars of Hindu Tantrism and the esoteric traditions of the Goddess. He received his Masters and PhD degrees from Harvard Universityâs Center for the Study of World Religions where he studied with several of the world's leading scholars of Sanskrit and Indian studies. Dr. Brooks is the author of several scholarly books on Hinduism and Tantra, and is currently Professor of Religion at the University of Rochester in Rochester, New York.
	Martin Kirk: Martin Kirk is an Anusara Yoga certified instructor and a Registered Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance. With a Masters Degree in Biomedical Engineering, Martin has a gift for anatomy and therapeutics. He comes from a successful 20-year career as an engineer in the space industry to teaching and sharing his love for yoga full-time. He is the author of the successful new book, Hatha Yoga Illustrated. Martin's love for yoga shines through his exhuberant teaching style with precision and clarity. Martin and his wife Jordan are owners of Yoga Village in Scottsdale, AZ.

2008 Training Dates: 
November 9-16, 2008, March 8-15, 2009 and May 10-17, 2009.  Attendance at all modules is required for certification.

Tuition:
$2650, Early registration discount $2550 if paid in full by Oct. 10, 2008. Payment plan available. $500 deposit due with application.

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

Registration:
To receive an application: download form here or contact Todd Norian, P.O. Box 279, West Stockbridge, MA 01266, 413-232-7839, info@deeppeaceyoga.com. Additional information will be sent once your application is accepted. Your deposit will be returned if you are not accepted into the program.

Certification Requirements:
Once you have demonstrated a certain degree of integration of the Anusara principles, philosophy, language, and other teaching methodologies, you will be certified. 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.

To receive certification in this training you must:

• 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.

The Mentoring Process:
If you need additional work on your teaching skills, a mentor from the faculty, staff, or outside the program, will be assigned to you. You have up to the end of the year (approx. 7 months) to complete your mentoring. There will be additional costs associated. Although you may be asked to submit a video or audiotape of a class, there will be many variations on how the course of your continued study will be guided. Each student will be treated individually and therefore the method and the cost of the mentoring will vary.

Yoga Alliance:
Once you complete all of your work and demonstrate that you have integrated the Anusara teachings, I will certify you as a Hatha Yoga Teacher. You may then register with the National Yoga Alliance at the 200-hour level. For an application call 877-964-2255 or visit www.yogaalliance.org.

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. Please visit www.anusara.com for details.

Those who do not yet meet these requirements, you can call yourself a certified Hatha Yoga teacher and entitle your classes, "Hatha Yoga." If you'd like to continue your Anusara studies, I recommend that you apply for Anusara-Inspired (when you meet the requirements) and eventualy apply to John Friend's Anusara Teacher Certification program to become a fully certified Anusara Teacher. Upon graduating from my training you may apply 200 hours to John Friend's certification program. For more information about becoming Anusara certified, go to www.anusara.com.

200-Hour Anusara Yoga Teacher Training in Lenox, Massachusetts November 9 -16, 2008, March 8-15, 2009 and May 10-17, 2009
Lenox is the home of many cultural activities and retreats including Tanglewood, Shakespeare and Co, Kripalu Center, and Canyon Ranch. Life magazine described it as ‘Currier and Ives lovely.” Our training will take place in the beautiful and intimate town center in the Lenox Town Hall.

Accommodations: Days Inn, 194 Pittsfield Rd, Lenox, MA 01240, 413-637-3560, www.daysinn.com (2 miles from the Town Hall). Block rooms are being held for participants at Days Inn. The rooms are simple, newly renovated, clean, comfortable, and non-smoking. Rooms have 2 double beds, refrigerator, microwave, free internet, and continental breakfast. 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.

Room Rates: Rates are guarenteed up to 30 days prior to the first day of each module. After that regular high rates will apply. November 9-16, 2008,  $46.80 per night, plus tax. March 8-15, 2009, $49 per night, plus tax and May 10- 17, 2009, TBA. (Note: Days Inn has a 14 day cancellation policy. If you cancel within 14 days of your reservation, you will be charged for the first night.)

To Reserve Your Room: Please call the hotel directly as early as possible (at least 30 days before the first day of each module) in order to get the discount. When you make your reservation, tell them you are with the Anusara Yoga Teacher Training Program to get this rate. For additional accommodations and B & B’s visit: www.lenox.org or www.berkshires.com.

Arrival and Departure Times: Each module begins on Sunday at 7:00 p.m. and ends the following Sunday at 12:45 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 walking distance from the Lenox Town Hall and within a 5-minute drive from the hotel.

Schedule:
Registration Sunday, Nov. 9th, 6:30 p.m.
Opening Session 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Ends Sunday Nov 16 at 12:45 p.m. (Full participation in every session, including opening night and closing afernoon, is required for certification.)

Workshop Location:
Lenox Town Hall, 6 Walker Street, Lenox, MA 01240, 413-637-5500, www.townoflenox.com.

Required Books:
Please purchase the books on the required list and begin reading. All books on the required list, except for "Light on the Yoga Sutras" by Iyengar, and 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:

• Required books (you may choose to bring all of the required books to the training, otherwise, these are the recommended books to bring with you):
  • Anusara Yoga Teachers Manual, latest edition, John Friend
  • Master Anusara Yoga Immersion Manual, John Friend
  • Light on the Yoga Sutras, BKS Iyengar
  • Anatomy of Movement, Blandine and Calais
• 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.

What people are saying about Todd and his Training:

“I absolutely cherish my teacher training experience with Todd. I consider that time to be, not only a milestone in my development as a yoga teacher, but as a moment in my life where I found the support and determination needed to make some important life decisions.” Glen Cunningham, awarded 2003 “Best of Boston Yoga Teacher”, 2001 YTT Graduate

 “Todd Norian is one of those rare teachers that you truly feel seen by. His empathy, compassion and devotion to his students and to the practice of Yoga is unparalleled.” Suzie Hurley, Certified Anusara Yoga Teacher Trainer, Willow Street Yoga Center

 “As an educator for over 30 years, I have never experienced a more brilliant and thoughtful design for teaching teachers to move towards mastery, nor one so skillfully executed! Todd is a role model - personally and professionally. His relentless passion, loving kindness, and compassion, combined with the precision and clarity of his teaching, are truly inspiring!” Jack Weber, 2005 YTT Participant

“Todd is fabulous, fabulous, fabulous!! Such a kind, open, gentle soul. He creates space for inner transformation, self-empowerment, and love, Todd rocks!” Julie Bonnici, Yoga Teacher and former Ecological Engineer