Pilates Mat Teacher Training
Yoga Teacher Training Program

Pilates Mat Teacher Training

Pilates & Yoga Center of Saint Louis
June 19, 20, 21, & 22, 2008
$550 if payment is received before June th, $600 on the day.

• Teach a Pilates class in a private or group environment
• Identify the names and sequencing of basic/intermediate Pilates exercises
• Discuss current research as it relates to core activation and control
• Apply biomechanical principles to Pilates exercises
• Learn, experience and teach modifications to the exercises
• Discuss the benefits of verbal, visual and tactile cuing
• Discover and discuss how the mind can hinder or help movement
• Understand the levels of cognitive learning

During the training you will have the opportunity to practice the exercises, teach the exercises, and evaluate the exercises in order to fit the specific needs of the client.

Upon receipt of the non-refundable deposit of $150 you will receive the Pilates Unlimited Mat Manual, a Getting Started 2-disc DVD - prior to the class so that you may begin studying immediately.

Payment Options:

1. Register online at pilatesunlimited.com or by check ($150--go to pilatesunlimited.com for address) to hold your place and receive study materials. Balance of payment $400 must be received by June 12th, 2008.
2. Payment on the day, by check or cash only $600 per person. Study materials will be given upon payment.

Yoga Teacher Training Program

This program is open to people with a desire to teach yoga, as well as intermediate or advanced level students who are interested in deepening their study and practice beyond asana to include yogic philosophy, anatomy for yoga, pranayama, etc.

The summer/fall 100-hour session begins August 8 and will includes four weekend intensives: August 8-10, September 5-7, October 3-5 and November 7-9.
A second 100-hour session will meet from February to May (dates to be announced). This is a 200-hour Yoga Alliance Registered training program taught by Pam Schulte, E-RYT. Graduates of the full 200-hour program will be eligible for Registered Yoga Teacher status through Yoga Alliance (www.yogaalliance.org).

Many past graduates have said that this program changed their lives in many ways…and were not just talking about down dog… For more detailed information contact pam@justpracticeyoga.com or visit us online or check out the teacher training page of our website.

Below is a sample of items covered in the full 200-hour program:

• Vinyasa Flow, Astanga and Hatha yoga practice and teaching methodology
• The art of safe and effective adjustments
• Principles of demonstrating and explaining yoga postures
• Using props and modifying poses
• Student teaching
• Anatomy for yoga
• Discussion of the the eight limbed path of yoga
• Yoga Sutra study and discussion
• Teaching bandhas and breathing
• Ethics of teaching
• The basics of sequencing
• Bhagavad Gita study and discussion
• Meditation and pranayama practice

Course Requirements:

• Attend weekend sessions
• Observe a minimum of 10 group yoga classes
• Regular home yoga practice and attending at least one group class per month
• Assigned reading and homework
• Completion of hands-on test and written exam

Course Pre Requisites:

• Minimum of one to two years yoga experience
• A regular personal yoga practice
• A basic knowledge of the eight limbs of ashtanga yoga
• A strong commitment to the course
• A compassionate love of yoga
• An open mind and desire to learn

Cost for each 100-hour course is $900 and does not include the cost of required books. A
Just Practice Yoga Teacher Training manual will be provided for all participants. A list of required and recommended books will be sent upon acceptance into the program. Classes will be held at The Pilates
and Yoga Center of St Louis in Richmond Heights. Class size is limited. A $250 deposit is due with completed application to hold your space in the program. For more information and to request an application please e-mail pam@justpracticeyoga.com or go to justpracticeyoga.com.