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Contact AVI student advisor Dona Robinson for more information on any of our Professional Training Programs. Dona is an experienced Viniyoga Teacher and Viniyoga Therapist who can guide you in your yoga career path.

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Program Overview

Viniyoga Foundations Program for Teaching & Yoga Therapy

An immersion in the Viniyoga tradition.

The Viniyoga Foundations Program for Teaching and Yoga Therapy is an immersion in the Viniyoga tradition and personal practice with a comprehensive study of asana, pranayama, meditation, chanting, teaching methodology and yoga philosophy.

Whether you are a serious yoga practitioner, aspiring yoga teacher, current yoga teacher, or health professional interested in Viniyoga, we offer options to advance your studies in the Viniyoga methodology for personal development, teaching or to enter the AVI Viniyoga Therapist Training.

Two possible tracks.

The Viniyoga Foundations Program for Teaching and Yoga Therapy provides the opportunity for students to select a program track based on their prior training and career path. The program offers:

500 hour Viniyoga Teacher - 4 Sessions
300 hour Viniyoga Wellness Instructor - 3 sessions

The program has received Yoga Alliance approval at the 300 hour and 500 hour level.

With every practice the quality and freedom of movement improves, and I feel more stable and more aware.

Erika Aguilar, PT, FAAOMPT, OCS, a student in the AVI Viniyoga Foundations Program 2011

As always - I am inspired by Gary's knowledge, understanding and life giving yoga and his ability to make it applicable to everyday life.

LeeAnn Matson, Austin, TX

Gary speaks from a great depth of immersion in, and understanding of the ancient roots of yoga practice and philosophy. He combines this with a sound practical focus, and is able to communicate with clarity and humor.

A.K., Carmel, IN

Gary's depth of knowledge on the sutras and how to interpret them with respect to yoga therapy is wonderful. He has a unique quality to share his gift of therapy...

K.M, Denton, TX

When you watch Gary working with a client, you see the many levels of his powers of observation. I feel grateful for the teachings I have received through Gary.

Jill Dunkley, Ontario, Canada

Gary is a thoughtful, intellectual, contemplative instructor.

L.R., Carnation, WA

Gary's depth of knowledge on the sutras and how to interpret them with respect to yoga therapy is wonderful. He has a unique quality to share his gift of therapy...

K.M, Denton, TX

Gary's knowledge of yoga is deep and extensive. The integration of asana, pranayama, mantra, and meditation in the context of classical yoga philosophy was comprehensible and compelling.

M.J, Portland, OR

Gary presents the history and philosophical perspective in a very interesting and accessible manner. He has inspired me to expand my home practice to meet my changing daily needs.

J.M., Chicago, IL