Kids Yoga & Mindfulness Teacher Training
Westchester's Premier
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
training yoga teachers since 1998
A journey of self-exploration through yoga.
In-Person Training September 2023!
Informational meeting Wednesday, June 7th 7pm
To attend: RSVP betsy@yogahaven.com
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Are you longing for something thoughtful, inspiring and hopeful to immerse yourself in? Join me to learn about the world of yoga, and how you as a person, can transform your daily experiences, open up your awareness and cultivate a more balanced, healthy life.
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Go far beyond the "how to" of teaching a yoga pose. Topics covered include:
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Asana, including teaching techniques, alignment, modifications, contraindications
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How to use props effectively
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Seeing your student
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Study of historical texts, including The Bhagavad Gita, The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and Hatha Yoga Pradipika
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Sanskrit
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The spiritual connection of yoga to our daily lives
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Chakras, Bandhas, Mudras, Chanting & Kriyas
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Anatomy & Physiology as it relates to yoga
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Meditation
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Mentorship with experienced Yoga Haven teachers, as you find and hone your voice and teaching skills
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And More!
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Dates/Schedule:
September - February
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Wednesdays 6-9pm
Six Fridays 6-9pm, Six Sundays 10-6pm
9/29 + 10/1, 10/20 + 10/22, 11/17 + 11/19, 12/15 + 12/17, 1/19 + 1/21, 2/16 + 2/18
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Eligibility:
You are eligible to apply if you have been consistently practicing yoga for at least 12 months. We are not interested in your ability to perform “advanced” poses (arm balances, handstands, etc), we are more concerned with your body awareness and understanding of the basic poses. This does not guarantee acceptance. You will also be required to have an interview with Betsy Kase, Director.
Application & Fees:
Let's connect! Start by submitting an application above, this way we can get to know you and begin a conversation!
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Tuition:
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$3200
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Betsy Kase
Owner & Director of Yoga Haven
Betsy Kase, RYT-500, C-IAYT is the lead instructor of Yoga Haven’s 200 Hour Teacher Training Program. Each year, since Yoga Haven’s inaugural training in 1999, Betsy has given prospective teachers a supportive space to develop, not only as teachers, but as individuals. Betsy considers leading yoga students through the process of learning how to share their love of yoga is one of the most fulfilling parts of her life.
Jill Ganassi
History & Philosophy
Jill Ganassi has been studying yoga philosophy since 1999 and teaching the history and philosophy portion of the Yoga Haven Teacher Training since 2003. She is a certified Iyengar Yoga instructor. She began studying psychology, philosophy, and the eastern spiritual traditions in her undergraduate schooling. Her strength as a philosophy teacher is in making the material applicable to the context of peoples day to day lives. At the same time she is able to cultivate a deeper understanding of the classical tradition of yoga and stays true to the history and the classical texts. She treasures the opportunity to have an on going conversation with fellow seekers about the big questions and use the yogic perspective to help explore the answers. https://www.jillslakehouse.com
Clare Mottola
Finding Your Voice
Clare Mottola draws on her background in acting, directing and producing to work with trainees to find their teaching voice. Clare is the chair of the theatre and dance department at Fieldston, where she also teaches the school’s mindfulness curriculum. Clare received her 200 hour certification from Yoga Haven in 2004. https://www.instagram.com/claremottola/?hl=en
Margaret Duggan
Anatomy & Physiology
Margaret Duggan teaches the Anatomy & Physiology section. She began studying it academically in college, but really became fascinated by the subject while trying to make sense of several injuries sustained rowing at the elite level, post-collegially with the US National Team. She has continued her studies in anatomy with a focus on the spine and yoga with Loren Fishman, MD, Alison West and Elise Browning Miller. Margaret is currently studying for her Master's in Nursing at Columbia and teaches the anatomy & physiology section of Yoga Haven’s teacher training. She has the unique ability to make the material accessible and understandable for all types of learners.
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