200 Hour Canadian Yoga Alliance (CYA) Registered
Classical Hatha Yoga Teacher Training

At Little Mango Tree - Yoga and Holistic Health Centre, Yoga is taught as a way of life, honouring its traditional roots. In this training you will receive everything that you need to teach a dynamic yoga class integrating asana, pranayama, mudra, bandha, meditation, and mantra. In addition, you will have the opportunity to do deep self-development through reflection and creating the beginnings of a road map on the nature of the mind and what it means to be balanced. This training is for those who wish to embody the teachings of Yoga and teach from a place of connection and inner truth.

The Main Faculty member is Lalitadevi Tamburri. Lalitadevi has been teaching yoga for over 19 years. She has a deeply integrated understanding of yoga, the various techniques and tools and an ability to easily teach others how to connect to the more subtle aspects. She is passionate and fully appreciates the healing potential of Yoga.

There will be two Guest Teachers:
Dr. Fadel Behman (Holistic Health Institutute) Anatomy and Physiology
Melanie Phillips (Madhuri Ayurveda and Yoga) Ayurveda and Self Care

This Integrated 200 hour Yoga Teaching Training will focus on teaching Asanas (Postures), Pranayama (Breath Techniques), Mudra (Psychic Gestures), Bandha (Internal Locks). You will be introduced to various Meditation practices and learn to guide and teach them with confidence. The primary goals of this training are:

1. To confidently teach a yoga class incorporating Asana, pranayama, mudra bandha and meditation, with knowledge of anatomy (physical and energy) contraindications, common health concerns and alternate practices.

2. To have a good grounding in Yoga Philosophy and the meaning of Living Yoga.

3. To begin to connect to the subtle aspects of yoga and develop a curiosity within to continue to learn through practice and self-awareness.

4. Connect to more of what you love and live a happier more Joyful Life...A life that inspires yourself and others!

The training Includes:
-100 contact hours of Asana, Pranayama, Mudra, Bandha teaching, training, methodolgy and practice.
-20 contact hours of Physical and Energy Anatomy (with Guest Teacher Dr. Fadel Behman)
-20 contact hours in meditation and philosophy
-5 hours in Ethics and Lifestyle
-5 hours in Self Care and Ayurveda and Self Care (with Guest teacher Melanie Phillips)

This 200 hours of yoga training consists of a of 22 contact days in total. There are 2 three day intensives consisting of Friday, Saturday and Sunday plus 16 Saturdays. Each day is 7.5 hours totalling 165 hours of contact hours. The remaining 35 hours are non-contact hours and you are required to do this on your own time.

 

Words from Graduates of our 200 hour training:

“Very comprehensive, covering broad and deep topics in a “growth process”. Really engaging, student participation was well thought out and effective.” Dave S.B

 

“Beautiful teaching style and ability, class format makes learning possible for all learning styles, teaching how to teach starts on day one making you confortable and confident to teach by the end of the training.” Annette K.

 

“The YTT was amazing. Lalita introduced may aspects of yoga and interwove them throughout the course. The opportunity to teach right away quickly started building our confidence in our own abilities. Whether you want to teach or not, this course is a very enlightening journey.”

 

“This training is a valuable tool for future teachers or for seekers on their own spiritual journey looking for a knowledgeable, wise, humble and kind guide.”

 

This training is grounded in tradition. It provides an opportunity for deep learning. Lalita meets you where you are and pushes you further. She shares her knowledge and experience generously. She is an honest, dedicated and beautiful teacher.”

For more information, including a list of dates, required materials and fees, please download the the application form.