Prenatal Teacher Training

YOU LEARN:

• How to instruct a well-informed, safe class.

• The profound physical, mental and emotional transformations of pregnancy.

• How to convey the profound “wisdom” of the pregnant body and empower your students.

• Appropriate asana and pranayama for every trimester of pregnancy.

• Anatomy and physiology of pregnancy, the pelvic floor, breasts, labor and fetal milestones.

• The use of props and gentle assists for prenatal yoga.

• How to modify asana and yogic techniques for individuals’ needs.

In-Person Training

Weekend in person training and weeknight Zoom classes.

Level 1 is a 35-hour certification course that prepares you to teach a well-rounded prenatal yoga class. You will receive continuing education hours from Yoga Alliance, or Yoga Alliance Professionals upon successful completion of Level 1. After completion of Level 1, you may select to go on for more prenatal yoga training in Level 2, which offers an additional 50 hours. Completion of Level 2 qualifies you for the 85 hour RPYT (Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher) credential with Yoga Alliance and provides 85 hours of training with Yoga Alliance Professionals. You must complete both Level 1 and Level 2 training with Devi Ma Yoga within one year to receive the full 85 hour credential.

This training offers an in-depth, multi-disciplined approach.
Prenatal yoga is SO much more than simply knowing how to teach prenatal asana and sequencing! You will learn new terms, concepts, approaches and perspectives in order to become a well-rounded prenatal yoga teacher. This necessitates a certain time commitment on your part to integrate new information and practice new skills. This training is ideal for students who are enthusiastic, and eager to learn much more than expected.

There are assignments. The homework for Level 1 includes prenatal yoga class observations, two quizzes and reading assignments from the course manual. In Level 2 the homework will include additional prenatal yoga class observations, reading and writing assignments as well as practice sessions, group mentoring, lesson-planning (with guidance and feedback), one quiz, and a final qualifying practicum class. All participants receive a course manual and supplementary course materials.

You have latitude to self-pace the completion of your requirements while in the program. You may take up to one year to complete all of the requirements. Most participants successfully complete the course within 1-3 months.

This is NOT an over-booked, pre-recorded, “intensive”, or weekend program. The lead trainer commits to focusing on YOU and your training needs. That means the training groups are not large. You receive the personal attention you deserve, as well as the opportunity to get to know your classmates. You also have ample timeframes to absorb the new skills, complete your requirements and ask questions to avoid information overload. This approach will help you to be solidly prepared and knowledgable when you begin teaching prenatal yoga on your own.

TO TAKE THIS TRAINING YOU MUST:

• Hold a 200-hour basic yoga teacher certification. (*Those who do not hold a 200 hour basic yoga teacher certification may be considered for this course on a case-by case basis if your professional background and/or yoga practice experience qualifies you for this course. Please inquire here.)

• Feel commitment to enriching the lives of women, empowering moms-to-be, and supporting new families;

• Possess a thirst for knowledge and enjoyment of study

• Previous yoga teaching experience is recommended, but not required.

• Hold a 200-hour basic yoga teacher certification. (*Those who do not hold a 200 hour basic yoga teacher certification may be considered for this course on a case-by case basis if your professional background and/or yoga practice experience qualifies you for this course. Please inquire here.)

• Feel commitment to enriching the lives of women, empowering moms-to-be, and supporting new families;

• Possess a thirst for knowledge and enjoyment of study

• Previous yoga teaching experience is recommended, but not required.

Early bird pricing (before August 31): $750

Full price: $799