Zen Yoga Instructor Training Program

Zen Yoga Instructor Training Programs

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Zen Yoga Instructor - Level 1

The Zen Yoga Instructor Level 1 Correspondence Course is an opportunity for teachers and students of yoga, dance, massage, the martial arts or anybody with a desire to further their training and live a more fulfilling life by helping others realize and reach their potential.

In this fully comprehensive 6 week E-Mail based course, you will expand your knowledge of what was learned in the Fundamentals of Zen Yoga including topics and assignments specifically related to operating a healing practice, teaching Zen Yoga classes privately and in groups.

Become a Zen Yoga Instructor and join a group of like-minded individuals in creating a very special organization dedicated to Holistic living, peaceful abiding and bringing the gift of healing to others.

The Zen Yoga Instructor Level 1 program is written by Aaron Hoopes founder and creator of Zen Yoga. This highly interactive program lead by Elfeya Hoopes, allows for personal communication between the student and teacher, this high level of interaction provides training that is adjusted to the needs of each student.

While this course doesn't take up a lot of time, it does require some reading, active participation, introspection and deeper thought in written responses to the lessons.

This course is a prerequisite for Zen Yoga Instructor Level 2

No experience necessary, but any previous experience in teaching, yoga, dance, martial arts or alternative healing modalities would be an advantage.

Cost:

$325 Course + Book

$165 due with your application, $160 is due at the 4th week. Payments via check, money order or PayPal.

Instructor Certification:

$150 Instructor Certificate & 2 year registration (due upon successful course completion)

Upon completion of the course instructors receive and Instructor Certificate and are able to teach basic Zen Yoga classes.

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Cancellation Policy: Due to the fact that you will receive a home study course, the deposit is non-refundable. If you pay the full amount 50% is refundable prior to the 4^th week. After the 4^th week the amount paid is not refundable, but may be used toward the Zen Yoga Certification Course within one year.

An installment plan is available. Email: or call (860)805-6551

Certified Level 1 Zen Yoga Instructors will be able to:

Teach group Zen Yoga classes and private Zen Yoga sessions - Give public talks and presentations - Write articles on Zen Yoga - Follow a business plan to teach Zen Yoga to the public - Use the Zen Yoga Logo to market your business - Have a free webpage on the Zen Yoga website - Supplement income through the sale of Zen Yoga Books, CDs, DVDs and other products.

Course Outline:

WEEK	Title	Topics	Assignment
1	Introduction	Teaching Zen Yoga as a professional instructor	Training Sheet/Discussion
2	Zen Yoga as a Business	Business & Marketing	Business plan/Discussion
3	Class Development	Structure & Atmosphere of Classes and Workshops	Flyer/Discussion
4	Personal Practice	Embodying the Training & Correct Execution	Bio/Discussion
5	Teacher Preparation	Sequencing & Flow	Sample Class/Discussion
6	Presentation	Spiritual Discipline	Web Page Design/Video

Course Structure:

-Lessons - subjects are covered on a weekly basis

-Email Discussions - weekly interactive question and answer session

-Reading Assignments - Perfecting Ourselves + various articles & writings

-Active Participation Assignments - Exercises, projects, and writings

-Final Exam/Daily Warm-Up Presentation - Personal video submission of the instructor presenting the Daily Warm-up.

Zen Yoga Instructor - Level 2

The Zen Yoga Instructor Level 2 course is a 6-week intensive online correspondence course is an opportunity to delve deeper into the Zen Yoga philosophy of breath and movement through a deeper exploration of Qigong, stretching and guided meditation. The course also challenges the student to turn their attention inwards towards the self and discover the healer/teacher that exists within us all.

Final Assignment consists of a written paper on the benefits of Zen Yoga for a specific group or demographic. Finished assignments will be put into article format and we will work with the student to help identify publications to send the articles for consideration. The articles will also be posted on the Zen Yoga article page. Full credit and copyright will remain with the author.

Prerequisites: Fundamentals of Zen Yoga Online Correspondence Course & Zen Yoga Instructor Level 1 (see above).

Successful completion of this course confers the Zen Yoga Instructor Level 2 certification.

Course Outline:

WEEK	Title	Topics	Assignment
1	Healing Philosophy	What is a Healer? Healing Others, Healing the Self	Assessing Yourself
2	Advanced Breathing	Qigong Application, Activating Energy Centers	Discussion
3	Advanced Stretching	Floor Stretches, Hip Opening, Legs & Back	Discussion
4	Teaching Guided Meditation	Principles of Deep Relaxation	Write a Guided Meditation Script
5	Spirituality as a Practice	Honoring the Sacred in Everyday Life	Discussion
6	Imparting Knowledge	Accepting Yourself as a Teacher	Final Exam: Personal Assignment - Article

Cost: $250

50% due with your application, 50% is due at the 4th week. Payments via check, money order or PayPal.

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This Course will emphasize personal interaction and will be a different experience for each person enrolled.

Zen Yoga Instructor - Level 3 (Sage)

The Zen Yoga Instructor Level 3 is a Master Level course. It is a 6-week intensive online correspondence course that moves beyond basic training of body and mind and delves deeper into the spiritual aspect of Zen Yoga. It is an opportunity to connect to the sacred spirit of the world and become cognizant of the spirit and energies that exist within and around us. Teachings include heart-based perception, connection to Tao/Dana energy, power animals and spirit allies, using rituals and ceremony to enhance spirituality in daily life.

Final Assignment consists of a creating a breath and movement form to be incorporated into the Zen Yoga training program.

Prerequisites: Fundamentals of Zen Yoga Online Correspondence Course & Zen Yoga Instructor Level 1 & Level 2 (see above).

Successful completion of this course confers the Zen Yoga Instructor Level 3 - SAGE certification.

Course Outline:

WEEK	Title	Topics	Assignment
1	Life Practices	Philosophy of Fasting, Meditation, Presence, Impermanence	Training Structure
2	Connection to Nature	Using the Heart as an Organ of Perception	Encounter
3	Tao/Dana Energies	Observing the Spiritual Nature of All Things	Discussion
4	Animal Magic	Expanding Awareness, Encouraging Encounters	Encounter
5	Sacred Rituals	Understanding the Importance of Ceremony in Daily Life	Create your own Ceremony
6	Becoming a Sage	Imparting Wisdom	Final Exam: Personal Assignment - Form

Cost: $250

50% due with your application, 50% is due at the 4th week. Payments via check, money order or PayPal.

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This Course will emphasize personal interaction and will be a different experience for each person enrolled.

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