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Develop your unique personal voice and style as a human being and as a yoga teacherThis intensive teacher training course is designed to prepare and help you establish a solid practice and dive deeper into this transformational and life-changing practice of Ashtanga Yoga.
An established personal practice is the most significant foundation of your own yoga journey. This is the very source of your inner growth and self-experience on developing your unique personal voice and style as a human being and potentially as a teacher.
Marilou van Hoek is an experienced teacher and dedicated practitioner, who is committed and (com)passionate in guiding and supporting you through this process of self-awareness, development, and self-transformation.
Join her on this learning, practicing, connecting experience. Life changing.
“Extremely engaging and empowering. Marilou is an excellent teacher who teaches yoga with much dedication and patience. She has a deep understanding of asana and pranayama techniques and is very grounded when it comes to teaching. It has been an absolute privilege to follow this teacher training under her guidance.”
- Rahul Pandit
Curriculum
Ashtanga Yoga (Focus on the Primary Series):
Asana practices are a combination of Led Classes and Mysore Self practice
Asanas & Alignment:
Explore and learn all asanas of Primary Series in great detail; learn correct alignment with precise Vinyasas; learn about Functional Anatomy of Yoga.
Anatomy of Yoga & Physiology: Explore the human body and how it works, which will give insight into what is going on in your own body and your student’s.
Teaching Methodology: With a focus on how to hold space, communicate clearly, and assist safely, you will leave the course confident teaching all levels of students until your own practice or level.
The Art of Adjustment: Traditionally the primary method of teaching Ashtanga Yoga is through Hands-on Adjustments with the aim to help the student go into the posture deeper and further in a safe way.
Introduction to Second Series of Ashtanga Yoga: You will get a taste of the Second Series for your own parctice, you will not learn how to teach this series.
Coaching & Mentorship: You will be mentored throughout the training course individually and/ or in small groups.
Yoga Philosophy: The primary focus will be on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. We will study through chanting the sutras, also we will discuss some of these yogic texts and how relevant and useful they are in our modern life. And we will touch base on the Bhagavad Gita.
Intro to Ayurveda – Diet, and Lifestyle: Ayurveda is the sister science of Yoga, coming from the same roots of the Vedas. Learn the foundation of the 5 elements and the 3 Doshas. Develop an Ayurvedic perspective that will help find balance in your life.
Kriyas: Learn some of the Shat Kriyas practices (Purification Techniques) of the Classical Hatha Yoga
Pranayama: Following the Lineage of Kaivalyadham, which represents the main methods of the Classical Hatha Yoga.
Concentration and Meditation: Different kinds of meditation will be offered.
Mantra and Chanting: The recitation of mantra is known as japa, which literally means whispering. Chanting Mantras is said to quiet the habitual fluctuations of our consciousness.
WHo should join?
Initially, many participants take this training for personal development and do not intend to teach. Others are not sure yet if they will start teaching and some intend to already teach from the beginning.
is this you?
Are you eager to learn, deepen and expand knowledge of Ashtanga Yoga and other aspects of Yoga.
You have a solid foundation in Ashtanga yoga practice (Led classes and/ or Mysore) of preferably at least 1 year.
Are you looking for a comprehensive, safe, well-structured, and yet intuitive approach.
Have a strong desire and urge to share this art of healing with others.
Do you…
If you come from another style of yoga and don’t have a background in Ashtanga yoga, you need to become familiar with the first half primary series before the training starts. (suggestion: min. 3 months regular frequent practice).
What to expect
Homework
There is reading and homework between weekends. We advice you to plan some time in your agenda to do & enjoy this.
Your Practice – Preferably Mysore
But can be a combination of Mysore, Led Class, and at home: we expect you are willing to practice every day for 1-2 hours.
Assignments & Reading
Take into account 3-8 hours per week of homework.
Study groups
Meet 1-2 times every 4 weeks.
Observing and Assisting in Class
At least 12 hours under the guidance of Lead Teacher/ Assistant(s)
Health & Well-being
Let us know if you are suffering from any injury (physically) but also mentally or emotionally (on your application).
Language
All the teachings and the material is provided in English. You are welcome to do your assignments in Dutch.
program Planning
How the course is structured:
The first half of the course is focused on developing your own solid foundation through practice: meditation, kriyas, pranayama, and asanas (Ashtanga Yoga).
Living Yoga
In the middle, we journey into “Living the yogic Lifestyle” with our focus on the Art of Adjusting. We will have enough time to practice assisting each posture on each other.
Integration
The last weekends integrate being a practitioner and becoming a teacher as you deepen and become more comfortable using your teaching skills and methods. The last weekend is examinations and graduation day.
Program Outline
You will be asked to observe and assist in some classes that are offered on other days or evenings.
The first part of the day we practice Meditation, Kriyas & Pranayama and Asana practice.
Followed by a meal break.
Late afternoon’s sessions are a combination of lectures and exploration of asanas.
DATES & TIMES: 11:30-18:30 Each day
2024:
1-2-3 November
22-23-24 November
13-14-15 December
2025:
17-18-19 January
14-15-16 February
21-22-23 March
4-5-6 April
2-3-4 May
LOCATION: Yoga Moves Terwijde Studio | Musicallaan 163, Utrecht
FEE:
You will enjoy deeper discounts when you enroll early!
Enrolled and paid by:
1 Sept €2650
1 Oct €2750 (regular)
Installments Regular rate + €50 for a total of €2800
Note: Books are not included.
APPLication
We are accepting applications for 2024/2025.
Please read the enrollment requirements and study expectations above. If you are unsure of your level of practice, please contact us.
You can also join one of Marilou’s classes and let her know before class you are thinking of joining this training. Or join a Q&A.
Enjoy the process! It starts as soon as you decide!
Get your spot by signing up today
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Yoga Moves Terwijde Studio | Musicallaan 163, Utrecht, Netherlands
