Teacher Certification Program
This one-of-a-kind Teacher Certification Program will give you the tools, hands-on experience and confidence needed to teach a variety of yoga classes that are dynamic and challenging. Become proficient in teaching basic Hatha yoga postures with alignment and anatomical awareness. Learn how to design a creative Vinyasa Flow sequence. Understand how to convey the power of surrender instructing a Deep Slow Flow class with Yin stretches. Learn our signature Kore strengthening sequence, and how to teach the art of building inner power, stamina, and definition in the body. Successful completion of this unique multi-style Teacher Certification Program results in a RYT-200 Yoga Alliance, Core Power Yoga certification. This program is for new and experienced yogis who are ready to tap into their spirits, learn to teach from their hearts, and are willing to grow in the knowledge and awareness of God’s divine power within them. This program will focus on all aspects of teaching and living the principles of yoga within a contemporary context and language. This is a rare and exclusive opportunity to contribute to your own growth as a yoga teacher and as a person.
Our comprehensive Teacher Certification Program is led by Blue Moon Yoga and Fitness’ founding teacher and owner, Karen Cutrona Underwood. Karen brings over 30 years of fitness experience to her yoga teaching and decades of life experience to her training. She loves being in the business of giving others opportunities to find their sense of peace and power through yoga. Yoga has become the evolutionary practice that has brought all of her previous teachings and practices together. Karen's athletic abilities, and former training in aerobic dance and fitness, enhance her ability to guide the flow of her classes.
Karen achieved the status of Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher -
the highest level through Yoga Alliance, with an E-RYT-200, RYT-500. She
is also a Registered Yoga Alliance Teacher Trainer. Karen earned her
Kripalu certification from Discovery Yoga, and her Power Vinyasa
certification from MBody Yoga. She draws her inspiration from the fun
and motivational style of Mark White, the unbridled, nationally
acclaimed yogi, Bryan Kest, and her personal Savior, Jesus Christ. In
addition to being the owner of Blue Moon Yoga and Fitness, Karen is a
graduate from the University of Toledo with a BA in
English/Communications. She has worked in editorial positions, taught
pre-school, and formerly owned her own building sub-contractor business.
Karen is the proud mother of 4 children – Lauren, who is 26 years old,
Katelyn, 23 Chad (who’s so extraordinary, he’s out-of-this-world) and
her "favorite" son, Jonathan, 18.
We invite you to experience learning how to teach Core Power Yoga from a
refreshing perspective that’s in tune with the physical, spiritual and
intellectual needs in today’s fitness enthusiast. Complete your teacher
training at Blue Moon Yoga and Fitness, and become more than a
Registered Yoga Teacher - become a light in the world!
Blue Moon and Yoga Alliance will certify this for you!
The demand for well-trained Certified Yoga Teachers has grown
exponentially! It is estimated that 15-18 million Americans are
practicing yoga today. Knowing this fact, Blue Moon Yoga and Fitness has
become an accredited Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School establishing
its RYS credential in accordance with the newly established guidelines
mandated by Yoga Alliance for a RYT-200 certification program. For more
information on Yoga Alliance and their standards, visit here:
www.yogaalliance.org
Teacher Certification breakdown:
160 contact hrs -
Eight Weekend Intensives
Friday-Sunday.
Additional hrs available (included)
Blue Moon Yoga classes
included with tuition fee.
40 non-contact hrs
Reading, writing assignments, essays, and evaluations.
Intensive 8-Weekend Training sessions Include:
• Learning to design and teach a variety of challenging yoga classes.
• Learning basic anatomy and physiology.
• Learning the breakdown, alignment, modifications, and sequencing of
postures.
• Learning how to assist, evaluate bodies physically and emotionally and
prevent injuries.
• Learning Ujayii and Pranayama breathing techniques to incorporate into
your class.
• Learning Yoga’s roots or beginnings and compare/contrast
Eastern and Western practices.
• Learning the lifestyles and ethics for yoga teachers.
• Learning effective presentation and communication skills to teach to
different levels.
• Learning the business of yoga and how to run your own studio.
Schedule
Friday 6:30pm-10:00pm
(1) 15 minute break
Saturday 8:30am-9:00pm
(3) 15 minute breaks; (2) 1 hr meal breaks
Sunday 8:00am-5:30pm
(2) 15 minute breaks; (1) 1 hr 30 min meal break
2012 Winter/Spring
January, 2012
January 6-8th
January 27-29th
February, 2012
February 10-12th
February 24-26th
March, 2012
March 9-11th
March 23-25th
April, 2012
April 13-15th
April 27-29
2012 Summer
June, 2012
June 8-10th
June 22-24th
July, 2012
July 13-15th
July 27-29th
August, 2012
August 10-12th
August 24-26th
September, 2012
September 7-9th
September 21-23rd
Requirements
Students who are interested in participating should bear in mind that
the endeavor to become a certified yoga teacher will be physically
challenging as well as intellectually and spiritually thought-provoking.
To be able to distinguish yourself as a RYT-200 through Yoga Alliance,
Blue Moon’s TCP will require a strong commitment and personal sacrifice.
Be prepared to rise to the challenges of this reward!
Interested students must:
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Have a deep desire to learn.
• Be free of major injuries going into the program.
• Have a “coachable” attitude.
• Be fully committed and understand that 100% full
attendance is required.
• Complete application for admission. Application to
the program does not guarantee acceptance.
• Admission requirements must be completed prior to first day of class. Notification of admission will be by letter or email.
Blue Moon Yoga and Fitness School Director may conduct a personal
and/or telephone interview with interested students before accepting
them to the program, and reserves the right to decline any applicant who
does not meet the requirements detailed above.
Fees
Tuition: $2,500.00 USD
Application Fee (deposit):
$500.00 USD (applied towards tuition, non-refundable.)
Payment in full, the additional $2,000.00, is due prior to start of the
program.
Terms and Conditions
• Application Deadline for Registration: December 23, 2011.
• Full payment before: December 30, 2011.
• You will be contacted once your application is approved with payment
details.
• To confirm your space, full payment must be made. Space is limited!
• All fees are payable by cash, personal check or credit card (VISA &
MC).
• Refund/Cancellation Policy
• Student will receive a full refund (less deposit) if cancellation
occurs within
• (7) days of the start of the Teacher Training Program. Deposit may be
applied to a future program.
• No refunds will be made after program start date.
For further information or questions, please contact our School Director
at
karen@bluemoonyogaandfitness.com or 386-671-0110
To apply,
click to download application.
Mail completed form with your $500 deposit check written to Blue Moon
Yoga and Fitness, or you may pay the application fee on-line under the
“Retail” tab on our website, and return the application and photo by
mail. You may also drop off your application and make payment directly
at the studio. Applications will not be considered without deposit
payment.
Blue Moon Yoga and Fitness, Inc.
Teacher Certification Program
136 N. Orchard Street, Suite 6
Ormond Beach, FL 32174
Click here to download
complete TCP information in pdf format.
