Professional Training
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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.
Program Curriculum
Viniyoga Foundations Program for Teaching & Yoga Therapy
Theoretical understanding. Practical application.
The Viniyoga Foundations Program for Teaching and Yoga Therapy offers a theoretical understanding of the philosophy and science of Yoga and the practical application of this knowledge to personal practice and teaching.PROGRAM OUTCOMES
The Viniyoga Foundations Program for Teaching and Yoga Therapy offers three program completion options. The program has received approval Yoga Alliance approval for the 300 hour and 500 hour options.
Focus on Asana
Required for 300 hour Advanced Viniyoga Studies or 300 hour Health Professional Option- Increase understanding and appropriate application of the principles of the Viniyoga approach for teaching individuals, including principles of breath and movement, biomechanics of asana, principles of adaptation and the art and science of sequencing
- Increase understanding of the theory and appropriate application of all aspects of practice in the Viniyoga approach for teaching individuals, with a focus on asana
- Personal development of the participant through personal practice
- Apply planning, observation, and communication skills to meet the needs of individuals
- Increase knowledge and understanding of the application of the teachings of the Yoga Sutra-s of Patanjali and other key Yoga texts
Focus on Pranayama
Required for 300 hour Advanced Viniyoga Studies or 300 hour Health Professional Option- Increase understanding of the theory and appropriate application of all aspects of practice in the Viniyoga approach for teaching individuals, with a focus on pranayama
- Personal development of the participant through personal practice
- Apply planning, observation, and communication skills to meet the needs of individuals
- Increase knowledge and understanding of the application of the teachings of the Yoga Sutra-s of Patanjali and other key Yoga texts
Focus on Chanting, Meditation, & Integrative Practices
Required for 300 hour Advanced Viniyoga Studies or 300 hour Health Professional Option- Increase understanding of the theory and appropriate application of all aspects of practice in the Viniyoga approach for teaching individuals, with a focus on meditation and chanting
- Personal development of the participant through personal practice
- Apply planning, observation, and communication skills to meet the needs of individuals
- Increase knowledge and understanding of the application of the teachings of the Yoga Sutra-s of Patanjali and other key Yoga texts
Focus on Teaching Methodology for Groups and Advanced Asana
Required for Viniyoga Teacher Training Certification and RYT-500 eligibility if no prior teaching training- Increase competence in creating integrated, balanced practices for health, fitness and personal transformation for a variety of groups (worksite, seniors, pre-natal, children)
- Apply Viniyoga principles of sequencing and developmental practice to advanced asana.
- Apply planning, observation, and communication skills to meet the needs of groups
- Continued Personal development of the participant through personal practice
A TIME TESTED CURRICULUM
The Viniyoga Foundations Program for Teaching and Yoga Therapy training curriculum is true to the authentic teachings in this lineage and provides an in-depth transmission in the Viniyoga methodology. The training is time-tested, structured to maximize adult learning and is regularly evaluated and updated.
The program balances didactic and experiential learning. Students have the option to participate or observe practices taught by Gary Kraftsow, Mirka Scalco Kraftsow, and faculty that demonstrate Viniyoga principles and teaching methodology. In addition, students practice teaching core principles of Viniyoga to each other, and refine observation and language skills for teaching individuals or groups. Student teaching is supervised by Gary, Mirka and faculty during training.
The Student Manual includes worksheets and reference materials to assist with key elements of the training. Many of our graduates comment on how they continually go back to the Student Manual to uncover deeper levels of understanding. Independent study assignments are carefully structured to progressively integrate the previous session's content and prepare you for the next session.
Students receive personal support from mentors as part of the program including telephone calls between each session and individual appointments at each training session. Mentors are AVI-trained Viniyoga Teachers and Yoga Therapists who are experienced at working with groups and individuals. Students who require extra time beyond that provided by the program can work with mentors one-on-one (fee-based service). AVI respects that students entering our programs have varying educational needs and levels of experience with Viniyoga and teaching.
