22 Day 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Little Rock, Arkansas

Facilities

Certification

Students who complete the training are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®).

Prerequisite

Some exposure to yoga through public classes or videos, with a minimum of two years of practice. Practice need not be consistent (for example one to three days a week). No prior teacher training certificate is required.

What is a 200-hour yoga teacher training

A 200-hour yoga teacher training course is a comprehensive program designed to teach future yoga teachers practical hands-on and theoretical aspects of yogic philosophy and lifestyle in a manner that allows yoga aspirants and instructors alike to elevate their practice and simultaneously conditions them to become knowledgeable, credible and compassionate teachers. The curriculum is designed to deliver this training during 200 hours of experiential practice, written assignments, and discourse.

What will you learn in the course?

Swadhyaya Yoga School has designed courses in the most comprehensive and unique way, empowering you to stand apart as an inspired yoga teacher. The path of yoga is steeped in tradition; and, has been evolving and cultivating spiritual awareness and mindfulness practices among spiritual aspirants for millennia. The 200-hour curriculum establishes the postures for the students and introduces Sanskrit terms for each asana. (Beginner to Intermediate instruction). In addition, students are encouraged to understand and utilize Sanskrit terms (in addition to English terms) when referring to each posture.

What does the syllabus include?

• Yoga philosophy: Introduction to yogic lifestyle in modern times, historical evolution of yoga, paths of yoga, Patanjali Yoga Sutras, introduction to Hatha yoga Pradipika
• Anatomy and physiology of yoga: Therapeutic benefits of asana and pranayama, precautions, and contraindications on seven key organ systems of the human body.
• Asanas: Proper postural alignment, variations of different postures
• Pranayama: Basic breathing practices
• Yoga teaching methodology: Demonstration of asanas and their variations
• Classification, cueing, and sequencing of yoga asana, per traditional understanding based on Chakras
• Adjustments of common misalignments, hands-on, and verbal assistance techniques
• Mantras, chanting, Mudras, Kriyas, and lesson planning
• Yoga Nidra and meditation
• Teaching practice: Testing and sharing your teaching skills with your co-teachers. (Module 3)
• Career: Business of yoga, communication skills, and safety norms. (Module 3)

Highlights

Expert yoga instructors

Highly experienced, internationally acclaimed yoga instructors empower you with diverse teaching skills.

Learn holistic business skills

Gain practical skills in; social media, branding, and marketing to create a purpose-driven brand that attracts your ideal client.

Vibrant food

Plant-based, organic, and locally grown to nourish the body, mind, and spirit.

The plan (Daily schedule)

Great rising

• 06:30 - 07:00 Herbal tea and Kriyas (cleansing)
• 07:00 - 09:00 Pranayama, mantra chanting, and asana
• 09:00 - 09:30 Breakfast
• 09:30 - 10:45 Human anatomy, physiology, and yoga
• 10:45 - 11:00 Break
• 11:00 - 12:00 Yoga philosophy

Afternoon

• 12:00 - 12:45 Lunch
• 12:45 - 14:45 Library time/Self-study
• 13:45 - 14:45 Discussion, teaching methods, adjustments
• 14:45 - 15:00 Break
• 15:00 - 17:00 Pranayama and asana

Evening

• 17:15 - 18:15 Meditation
• 19:00 Dinner

The remainder of your evening can be used for self-study, rest, and rejuvenation. On some nights you will be partaking in special ceremonies such as sound baths, Temezcal, cacao, and moon ceremonies. While your days are relatively full from sunup to sundown, the daily schedule has amply apportioned free time for rest and self-study.

Classes are six days a week and Sundays are a rest day, the perfect time to pamper yourself or take in the sights. If you would like some assistance, one of Well Daily’s staff will be happy to make suggestions and assist with arranging activities of your choice. The schedule may vary slightly.

What is your payment and cancellation policy?

Final payments are due 30 days before the start date of the retreat.

If cancellation takes place within 7 days of booking the training, 100% of the paid training price, minus your deposit, is refundable. Cancellation requests must always be submitted in writing.

Cancel Under 60 Days Prior to Course Start Date

If you submit a written cancellation request less than 60 days from the training start date, unfortunately, we cannot issue a refund for your deposit or the training itself. However, we can transfer the booking to another training date of equal value, at no extra administrative cost.

Cancel 60-120+ Days Prior to Course Start Date

If you submit a written cancellation request more than 60 days from the training start date, you can be refunded for the cost of the retreat, minus your deposit. However, we can transfer the booking to another training date of equal value, at no extra administrative cost.

7 Days Before Course Start Date

Unfortunately, we cannot issue a refund for your deposit or the training itself, and it's non-transferrable.

The facilities are set at the end of a quiet private road in a small, quaint community, neighboring farmland and lakes, within walking distance to small shopping plazas which offer massage, takeaway, and gym services.

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During this training, you will be served daily delicious and healthy meals. Meals will be plant-based, organic, and locally grown to nourish the body, mind, and spirit. The following options will be made available:

• Organic options
• Dairy-free options
• Gluten-free options
• Sugar-free options
• Detox juices and smoothies (at an extra cost)

Explore the natural surroundings at the nearby lakes and hikes.

• 21 nights accommodation
• 3 delicious and healthy meals daily
• Fresh drinking water and herbal teas
• 2 daily yoga classes
• Daily meditation and pranayama
• Course materials and student playbook
• Certificate of completion to register with Yoga Alliance

• Airfare
• Airport transfer
• Visa
• Travel insurance
• Juice and smoothie bar (available at additional cost)
• Laundry services (laundry facilities provided with limited use to weekends)

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• A reservation requires a deposit of 15% of the total price.
• The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
• The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.