220+ Hour Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training
January 2021 to June 2021
ONLINE COURSE – Live Stream and/or In Person
The Aquarian Teacher Training Level 1: Foundation is the first level of a three tiered Kundalini Research Institute (KRI) Certified Teacher Training Program of Kundalini Yoga. Upon the completion of this transformative course you will become a Certified Kundalini Yoga instructor and qualify to apply as a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYS) at the 200hr-level by Yoga Alliance.
Throughout this 220+ hour, 6 month program, you will be part of a supportive, yogic community who will share this deep experience into the teachings with you. Taking the time to meet over 8 weekends with manageable hours allows you to integrate the teachings gracefully into your daily life while respecting your personal, family and work obligations. You will be supported by a team of dedicated Teacher Trainers who are available to you locally between weekends for the duration of the program and beyond.
In this program life-long relationships and deep bonds of trust will form that fulfill the longing of the soul for fellowship and spiritual community.
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Teaching Team
Believing that your learning is enriched and deepened by studying and learning from a variety of experienced trainers, PranaShanti brings in renowned trainers from around the world. Our Teaching Team will lead you on your transformational journey of self mastery using the science and technology of Kundalini Yoga. All of our Teachers are Teacher Trainers and always available to you:
- Devinder Kaur ~ Ottawa – Lead Trainer, Director of PranaShanti
- Guru Raj Kaur ~ Vancouver – Guest Speaker, co-founding Director of Yoga West
- Dr. Mahan Rishi Singh ~ Pennsylvania – Guest Speaker, Chiropractor, co-founder of Khalsa Healing Arts
- Dev Suroop Kaur ~ New Mexico – Guest Speaker and Recording Artist
- Paramdhan Kaur ~ Brighton, Teacher Trainee
Dates and Times
Dates
January 2021 to June 2021 (dates are subject to change)
- January 22-23-24, 2021;
- February 5-6-7, 2021
- February 19-20-21, 2021;
- March 19-20-21, 2021;
- April 23-24-25, 2021;
- May 7-8-9, 2021;
- May 28-29-30, 2021;
- June 11-12-13, 2021.
Times
- Fridays: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Saturdays: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sundays: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Due to COVID-19, this course will be offered Live Stream and/or In Person as Ontario and City of Ottawa health authorities permit.
Free Live Stream Information Sessions
Drop in for our FREE Live Stream Open Houses where you can ask questions and learn more about the program.
- Sunday, October 18, 2020 – 11:30 am to 12:30 pm
- Tuesday, November 24, 2020 – 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm
- Sunday, December 13, 2020 – 11:30 am to 12:30 pm
- Sunday, January 17, 2020 – 11:30 am to 12:30 pm
For immediate questions please call the Centre at 613.761.9642 (YOGA) or email us at info@pranashanti.com.
Training Course Outline
This foundational course introduces the student to the principles and practices of the self-sensory human, and explores how Kundalini Yoga and yogic lifestyle can harmonise and uplift the human experience and awaken your true potential. There are six principle components in the Level One program:
Kriya and Meditation: The foundation of Kundalini Yoga
The theory and practice of Kundalini Yoga kriyas (yoga sets), asanas, and mudras. Explore the nature of the mind and its training through Kundalini Yoga meditations, mantras and pranayam (breathing techniques).
Philosophy: The Lifestyle of a Kundalini Yoga Teacher
The history and tradition of Kundalini Yoga, as well as the underlying philosophy behind all yogic practices. The technologies of Kundalini Yoga as they apply to daily life, including Ayurveda, yogic cleansing techniques, diet, and nutrition.
Anatomy and Physiology: Essentials of Yogic and Functional Anatomy
Traditional Western Anatomy, its purpose and function, including the respiratory, nervous, immune, musculoskeletal, circulatory, endocrine, and digestive systems and their relation to the practice and teaching of yoga. Also, Yogic anatomy and the energy systems of the body including the chakras, nadis, pranas and vayus, and the the yogic bodies.
Consciousness of a Teacher: Virtues and Values of Living
The skills and techniques to become an effective instructor, including practical strategies for teaching beginners, ethical guidelines, curriculum development, and the transformational role of the teacher in developing a successful yoga practice.
The Practicum: Teaching from Day One
Practical experience instructing a yoga class under the supervision of a Teacher Trainer, receiving written evaluation and student feedback.
Cost and Registration
PranaShanti offers 3 payment options:
- SAVE $300.00 by registering before October 31, 2020 for $2,995.00 + HST;
- $3,295.00 + HST after October 31, 2020; or
- Payment Plan: Deposit of $500.00 + HST to reserve your space plus 6 monthly payments. All payments to be complete before the course concludes.
- Hold your space! A $500.00 + HST non-refundable deposit is required to hold your space in the program.
The following is included in the course:
- Course fees for all instruction (200 hours over 6 months);
- All required manuals and handouts;
- 20 Class Yoga Package at PranaShanti;
- During training students receive 10% off purchases at PranaShanti for such items as CD’s, books, yoga manuals, yoga clothing, yoga mats and sheepskins.
Register online, by telephone or in person.
- Refunds (minus a $500 Administration Fee) are available up to 5 days before the starting date.
- No refunds on or after the course begins;
- 10% Student Discount for full time students, seniors and military;
- Minimum registration is 12 students;
- Maximum registration is 35 students.
Tax Receipts
PranaShanti is an ESDC Certified Educational Institution and can provide tax receipts for qualifying trainings.
“To teach is to learn twice.” Joseph Joubert