Yoga Teacher Certification or Registration - Part 2

What about established yoga teachers who dont have a diploma? yoga teaching credentials are a relatively new concept. Many seasoned yoga teachers have suddenly found themselves in need of credentials.

Most of the certified yoga teachers are from Hatha yoga, one of Hatha Yogas many sub-styles, or Kundalini Yoga. This may be due to the physical aspect of these Yoga styles. yoga teachers, who are without credentials, should contact a certifying body to inquire about recognition or credit for past experience.

What is the right yoga credential to have? There really is no right or wrong yoga credential. A yoga teacher should have a minimum of 200 hours of study. The yoga teacher course selected should cover all the facets of yoga, but when considering liability, anatomy, kinesiology, physiology, safety, modifications, props, and contraindications are of prime importance.

When I hire a yoga teacher; safety, communication, and knowledge override any credentials. The teaching performance within a yoga class is more important than any other factor. This is why some yoga studios do an evaluation of a new yoga teacher on a trial basis.

When should I become a Registered yoga teacher? The fact is you dont have to join a yoga teachers association or become a registered yoga teacher, to teach yoga in any country. In Great Britain, you have a choice to register with the British Wheel of yoga (BWY) or The Independent yoga Network. Until recently, I thought BWY was the sole regulator of yoga within the UK. Apparently this is a myth.

Some studios may require you to be a registered yoga teacher, but most will not. In North America, South America, australia, Asia, and most of Europe, yoga teachers are not required to be registered. However, certification may be required.

Who regulates Yoga?

There is no government backed regulator of Yoga. If you are in doubt, contact a local yoga teachers association to be assured of local laws and regulations.

It is a wise practice to network with local yoga teachers and yoga teacher associations. This will keep you informed and educated about the changes within yoga. You will also learn about workshops, seminars, retreats, and yoga camps that are coming to your area.

Lastly, yoga teachers should stay on top of information concerning sports medicine, anatomy, kinesiology, physiology, safety, modifications, and contraindications. The safety of every yoga student is the single most important factor involved in teaching yoga.

Copyright 2006 by Paul Jerard / Aura Publications

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Second Limb of Yoga- The First Niyama - Saucha

We often refer to Niyamas as the Dos or observances of yoga. To follow the Niyamas is to take a pro-active attitude toward life. The first Niyama, which Patanjali mentions is Saucha, means cleanliness or purity, but this is a much deeper issue. Cleanliness and purity have many levels.

We want to be pure in thought, action, and in our words, but we should also take the time to clean our mind, body, and spirit. In order to function for optimum health, our diet should be clean, with good quality water and whole foods.

The traditional kriyas (cleansing duties) should be taken seriously. Air quality is also important to the entire being. This is why air at the beach, near a lake, or in the mountains, should be inhaled when possible. Whether it is negative ions, Prana rich air, or a combination of these, people naturally feel better breathing clean air.

exercise will keep us healthy, but it should be kept in moderation, to avoid injuries, which can bother us for life. The physical aspects of yoga such as Asana and Pranayama will help our physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well being.

The people we associate with should be full of positive energy. We should not spend too much time listening to bad news. Whether it is a person, who is full of negative energy, the newspaper, television, or the radio, if it makes us feel bad, we should turn it off.

Any form of pollution should be stopped, so Saucha is also an environmental issue. Cleanliness starts from within, but it affects the entire planet.

Copyright 2007 paul Jerard / aura Publications

paul Jerard, E-RYT 500, has written many books on the subject of yoga. He is a co-owner and the Director of yoga teacher Training at: aura Wellness Center, in Attleboro, MA. http://www.riyoga.com He has been a certified Master Yoga Teacher since 1995. To receive a Free yoga e-book: "yoga in Practice," and a Free yoga Newsletter, please visit: http://www.yoga-teacher-training.org/index.html

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How To Get A Top Notch Yoga Teacher Training Certification At Home

The rising interest in holistic and alternative medical care has created an increase in the demand and need for yoga teachers. By becoming a teacher, you not only teach others yoga, but you also maintain your body and health through it. However, students are no longer forced to study outside of home to become certified. This article will explain how easy it is to become a fully certified instructor at home. There is today no need for you to attend any training school to become a qualified teacher. You can save lots of time and money by getting yourself a teacher training diploma at home through the internet and books that are readily available at an affordable price.

There are many yoga books and videos that you can buy to practice the different moves of yoga. To become a teacher and master, you have to practice all these moves to perfection so that you will be adept enough to impart this knowledge to your prospective students. As there are many types to learn, you have to decide which form of yoga you want to learn and teach. Some types of yoga are Astanga and Bikram yoga and it is up to you to choose the specific training to become the instructor you aspire to become.

Once you have decided on the type you want to learn, and have gotten the necessary CDs, DVDs, e-books and books to help you master the art, you have to learn the necessary steps for certification of a yoga instructor in your area. Different states have different requirements for a yoga instructor qualification. Once this is done, you can get your training certificate while sitting at home.

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