Kristine Ward - E-RYT 200, E-RYT 500, Ayurvedic Consultant, MBA - Stephen Joyce E-RYT 200, RYT500, Sounds oF Silence Meditation Instructor and Teacher Trainer, Ayurvedic Consultant

Stephen & Kristine have been locally guiding students for more that 15 years and have been training students for more than 12 years. Our Yoga School is a Registered Yoga School with Yoga Alliance. They have recently shifted their attention to online teacher training due to COVID

HERE TO HELP YOU GROW

CONVENIENT ONLINE TRAINING that includes video learning, live interaction and guided home practices so you can study when it makes sense for your schedule and learn at your own pace. Yoga Alliance certified.
A FLEXIBLE FORMAT spread out over 10 months so you can easily fit the full training into your life. This flexible format provides ample time and space for integration and exploration in each module. Plus, you'll have a full year to access and complete the training. 

LIVE INTERACTION & SUPPORT with Stephen & Kristine. We will  meet live via Zoom for group discussions, Q&A and guided yoga practices to further support your learning and growth. 

AN ONLINE COMMUNITY FORUM to engage with Stephen & Kristine and your fellow trainees between live sessions for more individualized guidance and support. 

200 HOUR CERTIFICATE. With your successful completion of the training, you will receive a 200-hour Certificate that enables es you to be a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYS 200) with Yoga Alliance.

DISCOVER your true nature and establish compassion, friendliness and joy in your teaching.

CURRICULUM AT A GLANCE

  1. 01

    • Overview and Breakdown

    • Replay Friday Night: Introduction To Gentle Yoga

    • Replay Saturday: Introduction to Gentle Yoga

    • Replay Sunday : Introduction To Gentle Yoga

    • Asana Techniques

    • Introduction to Yoga Philosophy

    • Basic Yoga Anatomy and Physiology

    • Yoga Breathing Techniques (Pranayama)

    • Overview Of Various Yoga Styles

    • Becoming a Teacher - Moving Beyond The Mat

    • Anatomy & Physiology

    • Review Standing Postures

    • Articulation Assignment

    • Reading Material

    • Module 1 Quiz

    • Asana Clinic - Tadasana (Mountain Pose) - Pre-Recorded

    • Asana Clinic - Urdhva Hastasana (Extended Mountain Pose) - Recorded

    • Asana Clinic - Utkatasna- Chair Pose-Recorded

    • Asana Clinic - Parivritta Utkatasana (Revolved Chair Pose)Prerecorded

    • Asana Clinic - Virabrahdrasa II (Warrior II) - Prerecorded

    • Asana Clinic - Utthita Trikonasana (Extended Triangle Pose) - Prerecorded

    • Asana Clinic - Uttihita Parsvokanasana (Exteneded Side Angle) - Prerecorded

    • Asana Clinic - Vrksasana (Tree Pose)

    • Asana Clinic - Ardha Chandrasana (Half Moon Pose)

    • Pranayama I - The Breath Of LIfe

    • Pranayama II - The Science Of Breath
  2. 02

    • Yoga Class

    • Replay Saturday: Mindfulness Here & Now

    • Replay Sunday: Mindfulness Here & Now

    • Meditation

    • Introduction

    • In-depth Asana Explorattion (Hatha,Hot, Vinyasa, Yin etc)

    • Alignment Principles and Adjustments

    • Sequencing Stategies

    • Teaching Methodolgy and Ethics

    • Asana Clinic - Anjaneyasana (Low Lunge/High Lunge) Pre-recorded

    • Articulation Assignment

    • Module 2 Quiz

    • Asana Clinic - Ashtanga Namskara (Eight Limb Pose) Pre-recorded

    • Asana Clinic - Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose) Pre-recorded

    • Asana Clinic - Ardho Mukha Svanasana (Downward Dog) Pre-recorded

    • Asana Clinic - Vrksasana (Tree Pose) Pre-recorded

    • Replay - Yoga Nidra with Kristine

    • Replay: Restorative Yoga with Kristine

    • Replay: Gentle Yoga With Kristine
  3. 03

    • Meditation

    • Yoga Class LIve

    • Functional Anatomy for Yoga

    • Physiological Beneits of Asanas and Pranayama

    • Common Injuries and Modifications

    • Asana Clinic - Review

    • Asana Clinic - Virasana - Hero Pose - Pre-Recorded

    • Asana Clinic - Dandasana -Staff Pose - Pre-Recorded

    • Asana Clinic - Paschimottanasana - Seated Forward Bend - Pre-Recorded

    • Asana Clinic - Matsyendrasana - Seated twist - Pre-Recorded

    • Articualtion Assignment

    • Module 3 Quiz

    • Pre-Recorded LIve Session
  4. 04

    • Study Of Classical Yogic Texts (eg: yoga sutras, Bhagavad Gita

    • Ethical Guidelines for Yoga Teachers

    • Exploration of Yoga Lifestyle Priciples

    • Asana Clinic - Review

    • Asana Clinic - Baddha Konasana - Butterfly

    • Asana Clinic - Reclining Twist

    • Asana Clininc - Janu Sirsasana - Head to Knee Pose

    • Asana Clinic - Purvottanasana - Reverse Table Top

    • Asana Clinic - Navasana - Boat Pose

    • Asana Clinic - Setu Bandha Sarvangasana - Bridge Pose

    • Module 4 Quiz

    • Prerecorded Live Session
  5. 05

    • Prerecorded Live Session

    • Meditation

    • Slow Flow Yoga Class

    • Advanced Poses and Variations

    • Advanced Sequencing and Theming

    • Refining Teaching Skills

    • Asana Review

    • Asana Clinic - Utkatasana - Chair Pose

    • Asana Clinic - Virabhadrasana I - Warrior I

    • Asana Clinic - Virabhadrasana II - Warrior II

    • Asana Clinic - Virabhadrasana III - Warrior III

    • Asana Clinic - Utpluthih - Uplifting Pose

    • Asana Clinic - Bakasana - Crow Pose

    • Module 5 Quiz
  6. 06

    • Teaching Intermediate Postures

    • Practicing Asana

    • Asana Clinic - Urdhva Mukhs Svanasana (Upward Facing Dog)

    • Asana Clinic - Utthita Trikonasana (Triangle Pose)

    • Asana Clinic - Utthita Parsvakonasana (Extended Side Angle Pose)

    • Asana Clinic - Prasarita Padottanasana (Standing Wide Angle/Open V Pose)

    • Asana Clinic - Parsvottanasana (Intense Side Stretch)

    • Module 6 Quiz

    • Yoga Physiology & Ayurveda Assignment
  7. 07

    • Introduction to Restorative Yoga

    • Asana Clinic - Utpluthi (Uplifing Pose)

    • Yoga For Spercific Populations - Prenatal , Seniors

    • Yoga For Mental Health

    • Asana Clinic - Garudasana (Eagle Pose)

    • Asana Clinic - Eka Pada Rajakapotasana (Pigeon Pose)

    • Asana Clinic - Salabhasana (Locust Pose)

    • Asana Clinic - Dolphin Pose

    • Asana Clinic - Halasana (Plow Pose)

    • Module 7 Quiz

    • Prerecorded LIve Session
  8. 08

    • Marketing and Business Skills for Yoga Teachers

    • Continued Education Opportunities

    • Module 8 - Asana Techniques

    • Building a Personal Brand as a Yoga Teacher
  9. 09

    • The Seven Spiritual Laws Of Yoga

    • The Mechanics Of Breathing

    • Types Of Pranayama

    • Copy of Pranayama Assignment

    • Why Do Pranayama

    • The Seven Laws Program
  10. 10

    • Practical Teaching Assessments

    • Final Essay: Journey Within: A Reflective Exploration Of My Yoga Expereience

    • Completion Of Required Hours

  11. 11

    • Chapter 1 - Gentle Sequence #1

    • Chapter 2 - Gentle Sequence #2

    • Chapter 3 - Gentle Sequence # 3

    • Chapter 4 - Bliss Yoga

    • Chapter 5 - Astanga Vinyasa & Power Yoga
  12. 12

    • Appendix A - Program Schedule

    • Appendix B - Work Requirements & Homework

    • Appendix C - Sanskrit Terms

    • Appendix D - Articles

    • Appendix E - References and Recommended Resources