YOGA TEACHER TRAINING

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1 YOGA TEACHER TRAINING 1

2 CONTENTS Why Train With Us? What We Teach Our Studios 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training What Will Be Covered? Dates, Costs & Payment Details 50 Hour Training Modules The Art of Alignment & Assists Practical Teaching Yoga Skills Introduction to Yoga Therapy Super Sequencing Advanced Assisting & Energetics Embodying Philosophy & Theming Yin Yoga Our Teachers After the Courses - What s Next? FAQs Ready to Dive In? 2

3 The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be. -RALPH WALDO EMERSON

4 YOGA TEACHER TRAINING SYDNEY Yoga Teacher Training at BodyMindLife is all about transformation; taking you on a personal journey that will inspire you, challenge you and empower you in every aspect of your life. 4

5 WHY TRAIN WITH US? Since we first opened our doors in 2002, BodyMindLife has taught more than a million students in classes across our four Sydney studios in Surry Hills, Potts Point, Bondi Beach and Redfern. BodyMindLife draws from the classical teachings of Hatha Yoga, Iyengar, Ashtanga and Taoist (Yin/Yang) and blends this traditional information with Eastern and Western science, and a modern understanding of the human body and consciousness. Our transformative courses will take you on a personal journey where you ll learn how to truly live yoga beyond the mat. Together, our teaching team offers more than 6,000 hours in training and decades of teaching experience combined. The BodyMindLife philosophy is to give you the best possible foundation in yoga to take the practice to the world - we won t teach you one sequence to memorise or coach you to be someone you re not. Instead, we ll give you all the skills and knowledge you need to develop your own authentic voice, and teach all levels in a classroom with confidence, intelligence and poise. 5

6 We ll give you all the skills and knowledge you need to develop your own authentic voice, and teach all levels in a classroom with confidence, intelligence and poise. 6

7 WHAT WE TEACH With some of the world s best yoga teachers, we ve designed a series of intensive and flexible Yoga Teacher Training courses that can take you on a pathway from 200 Hours to 350 Hours, 500 Hours and beyond. We offer an in-depth 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training where you can take the plunge and live and breathe yoga for one month at our dedicated training studio in Surry Hills or choose a flexible program that involves a beautiful week-long immersion retreat in Byron Bay followed by a five month course with weekend intensives. If you ve completed 200 Hours of training, either with us or another registered school, you can then pick and choose between our seven 50 Hour modules to take your learning to the next level. Our Yoga Teacher Training isn t just for aspiring teachers and you don t have to be able to do a handstand to sign up! Each course is designed for yogis for all levels who want to advance their practice as well as their teaching repertoire, and gain a better understanding of yoga philosophy and how to apply it in today s modern world. All courses offered by BodyMindLife are 100% accredited by Yoga Alliance and Yoga Australia. 7

8 OUR STUDIOS BodyMindLife has beautiful, dedicated training studios that have been designed for natural light, healing and a sense of calm by architect Ferique Brown. Based in the heart of Surry Hills, Ferique has used sacred geometry to create spaciousness and spaces that encourages our students to open up, feel safe, be energetically nourished and well. You ll have access to secure lockers and be able to freshen up with state-of-the-art showers and change rooms equipped with organic wash products, hair dryers and straighteners. We also have a Yogi Lounge with hot herbal tea and wifi to connect and recharge on your own or with your fellow classmates before and after lessons, and you ll be able to reinvigorate with the cutting edge technology of hot, cold and oxygen therapy at Vrai Health. 8

9 OUR COURSES 9

10 Take a step. Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step of your life. Tiptoe if you must, but take a step. -NAEEM CALLAWAY

11 200 HOUR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING Are you ready to become a certified yoga teacher? Our students come from all walks of life. We ve designed a comprehensive and challenging program to give you the best possible foundation to start your yoga journey on. You ll learn from our most senior teachers Kat Clayton and Noelle Connolly and study with a host of experts in specialist subjects along with our founder and owner Phil Goodwin. At BodyMindLife we ll lead you through the yogic principles and asana technique starting on day one, and give you the opportunity to practice your teaching skills in a supportive and encouraging environment. We limit the number of students in each training to make sure you receive one-on-one guidance and run a mentor program where you ll be paired with a facilitator so you have a personalised point of contact as well as a small group of your fellow students to check in with during the course for extra support. When you start your teacher training journey with us, you ll join our incredible and supportive tribe of BodyMindLife teachers and students, and continue to learn from the best in the business. 11

12 Don t think, don t question and don t rationalise. Book this training, you ll never regret it. -FORMER GRADUATE

13 WHAT WILL BE COVERED? With so much to learn in yoga, we ve developed a unique, comprehensive program that covers a fascinating range of key yoga topics taught by experts in each field. We believe having experienced senior facilitators as well as multiple guest teachers to guide you through the course gives you unrivaled access to thousands of hours of yoga teaching experience and a range of different perspectives, teaching styles and techniques to help you discover what you like, giving you the best possible foundation to start your yoga journey on. 13

14 ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY Be inspired by the basic and functional workings of the human form. You ll learn how to understand different student bodies, and how muscles and joints work in yoga in practical lessons. YOGA PHYSIOLOGY Yoga is a complete system of well-being. You ll build an understanding of how the practice affects our physical and energetic bodies, including the musculoskeletal system, nervous system, circulatory system and respiratory system. PHILOSOPHY, ETHICS AND LIFESTYLE You ll discover the roots of yoga and its evolution in the Western world, and how to practice yoga in our lives today far beyond the mat for a life of health, happiness and purpose. THE BUSINESS OF YOGA With our founder Phil Goodwin, you ll be guided through the principles of how to create a private business teaching yoga, and how to get started if you re interested to own your own studio. TEACHING METHODOLOGY From sequencing, demonstrating and adjusting to language, cueing and vocal projection, you ll uncover a range of teaching styles and techniques to guide students on how to move their bodies. You ll also learn from one of the world s leading opera singers and find your own authentic voice in the classroom. INTEGRATIVE PRACTICE AND TEACHING Learn by doing! By practicing teaching your fellow students,you ll have plenty of invaluable opportunities to practice as you learn in a safe, encouraging learning environment and hone your teaching skills with advice and personal feedback. ASANA, PRANAYAMA, MEDITATION TECHNIQUES You ll dive deep into the classical alignment of fundamental yoga poses, and gain an in-depth understanding of the classical yogic techniques to advance your own practice and leave ready to progress from student to teacher. 14

15 I didn t plan to take this course, it was a completely spontaneous decision. At the time it was scary as because it was way out of my comfort zone. But from the very first day it felt like I was supposed to be there. I gained so much wisdom, power and strength from this course and I m so glad I chose BodyMindLife. -FORMER GRADUATE

16 DATES, COSTS & PAYMENT DETAILS Check out for pricing details, our next teacher training dates and teacher training information sessions. There are flexible payment plans and options available if required, please get in touch with the team at 16

17 What an experience. If more people did this training the world would be a better place. -FORMER GRADUATE

18 50 HOUR TRAINING MODULES 18

19 THE ART OF ALIGNMENT & ASSISTS BodyMindLife master teachers Kat Clayton and Joanne Gates will lead you through an intensive that ll hone your ability to give safe, physical assists and alignment cues to take your students deeper into their practice and find freedom on the yoga mat. WHAT WILL BE COVERED? You ll be taught how to assess students and give confident, supportive and advanced adjustments and assists Practical lessons on proper technique and safe alignment How to energetically and physically connect with your students and support them during yoga practice The chance to assist in 15 live BodyMindLife classes on real students One-on-one feedback, guidance and coaching in a fun, supportive and safe environment to build your confidence and craft After the initial three day training, you ll start to practice giving and receiving assists for a minimum of six hours. You can organise this on your own time during regular BML classes, at no additional cost. Your remaining practical hours may be completed by assisting in general public classes at BodyMindLife (minimum of 10 hours) under the guidance of a teacher, once you have completed your six hours of peer to peer practice and have passed your final exam. After the three days of training you ll also be required to have a follow up half-day review and attend your final exam on the assessment day. 19

20 Teach what is inside of you not as it applies to you, to yourself, but as it applies to the other. -T. KRISHNAMACHARYA

21 PRACTICAL TEACHING YOGA SKILLS Discover your authentic voice and take your teaching style to the next level! Hosted by our head of yoga Noelle Connolly, and master teacher Kat Clayton, you ll build confidence in the classroom and gain practical teaching skills with personal coaching and guidance. We know that all yoga teachers come to Teacher Training with different backgrounds and abilities. This course has been created to help you discover which areas you can improve on and will give you the opportunity to have a more intimate, advanced conversation with yourself as a teacher, and your students. WHAT WILL BE COVERED? Developing cues, your authentic voice and language How to incorporate yoga philosophy and theming into your classes The art of sequencing Managing your own energy and self-care as a yoga teacher The opportunity to lead live classes with real students and take part in our weekly community sessions which you may be eligible to teach following the course at BodyMindLife 21

22 Yoga does not just change the way we see things, it transforms the person who sees. -B.K.S IYENGAR

23 INTRODUCTION TO YOGA THERAPY In today s modern world, yoga teachers often encounter students with imbalances from back and disc problems to scoliosis, headaches, anxiety, depression and stress. Over this topical course with Joanne Gates and Sarah Routhier from BodyMindLife, you ll be taught the common causes of conditions and how they affect our structural, emotional, mental and spiritual health, and how to create safe and effective yoga practices to restore balance. WHAT WILL BE COVERED? Common conditions you ll see and experience with students in the classroom How to tailor yoga asanas, pranayama and meditation with live case studies and real students An exploration of lifestyle and asana modifications to support students on their journey towards well-being and better health 23

24 And suddenly you know: it s time to start something new and trust the magic of new beginnings. -MEISTER ECKHART

25 SUPER SEQUENCING Take a deep dive into the art and science of sequencing! Explore how to create intelligent, safe and creative flows with our head of yoga Noelle Connolly. You ll learn wave sequencing, how to theme and build towards peak poses, and develop your own advanced asana poses with the assists that accompany them. This fun, practical and powerful intensive will transform what you know about creating a yoga practice. WHAT WILL BE COVERED? How to safely and intelligently sequence and teach advanced asana Explore clever sequencing, theming and building towards peak poses Develop your ability and confidence in design and deliver creative sequences Practice, break down and discuss sequences created by our master teachers Develop your own advanced asana poses and learn the assists that accompany them 25

26 I felt empowered, energised and have a new strength that I ll apply to all areas in my life. The course helped me find my tribe, live my life to the full and realise my purpose. I am so grateful for this adventure. -FORMER GRADUATE

27 GUEST TEACHER MODULE 2018: SIMON PARK ADVANCED ASSISTING & ENERGETICS Fall in love with Vinyasa again and learn how teaching the practice can be a creative outlet to channel your unique passion and voice. Hosted by guest international teacher Simon Park, the focus of this immersion is to move away from scripted teaching toward creative and informed artistry, while becoming absolutely present with your students. In this special training, you ll gain a better understanding of the universal physical and energetic principles from traditions such as the Ashtanga, Iyengar, and Vinyasa systems and how to adapt your teaching towards the special needs of each student. Each day will begin with an in-depth asana practice, working to understand principles and patterns of physical and energetic alignment inside the practice. Through this understanding, you ll have a knowledgeable platform to read the body in an energetic and holistic way, create effective and transformational hands-on assists and teach asanas in a therapeutic and healing way. Assisting is a very important element of teaching; it s a great compliment to good verbal cues. It requires excellent vision, precision, sensitivity, multiple points of awareness and an ego-free approach. WHAT WILL BE COVERED? Intensive and healing asana practice, including detailed alignment and assists for all key asanas Physical and energetic alignment: dynamic actions within asana Vinyasa as a breath + movement meditation Vinyasa krama + creative sequencing Artful and transformational assists through careful and holistic observation The poetry of language in cueing Pranayama + Meditation Restorative Thai Massage based in the Yoga Tradition Problem solving for common Yoga injuries and limitations 27

28 EMBODYING PHILOSOPHY & THEMING Explore the heart yoga! Led by master teachers Rachael Coopes and Aimee Pederson from BodyMindLife, you ll study the amazing teachings of yogic philosophy and learn how to weave them into classes and life beyond the mat. Over this training you will draw teachings from classical texts and discuss The Bhagavad Gita and Yoga Sutras exploring their relevance and application as a teacher and student in the modern world. Rachael and Aimee will take you through the key aspects of Tantric teachings, which are at the very root of what now call Hatha Yoga. Build your confidence in weaving this very powerful philosophy into your yoga classes to connect, inspire, and deepen you and your students practice of yoga on and off the mat. The philosophical teachings, discussions, practices, contemplations and more will bring you a deeper understanding of yourself and your yoga practice. WHAT WILL BE COVERED? Daily asana practices An inspiring workbook full of resources Key translations of the sutras and much more Learn through embodiment practices, chanting, reflection and discussion Build confidence + bring philosophical themes into your classes A deepening your understanding of Yoga You ll be given a comprehensive Training Manual at the start of the course. It is also recommended that you have your own copies of the following compulsory texts and start reading them as soon as possible. Tantra Illuminated - Christopher Wallis The Essential Yoga Sutra - Geshe Michael Roche and Christie McNally Bhagavad Gita: A New Translation - Stephen Mitchell 28

29 GUEST TEACHER MODULE 2018: SARAH OWENS YIN YOGA Immerse yourself deeply in the beautiful practice of Yin. Led by guest teacher Sarah Owen who has been personally mentored by the legendary Sarah Powers, you ll explore how restorative, floor-based poses can nourish and stimulate the deeper energetic channels in the body, and support the immune system. Yin yoga provides the perfect container to develop deeper levels of self-inquiry and to cultivate the capacity for meditative self-awareness. WHAT WILL BE COVERED? Anatomy and Physiology specific to Yin Yoga Modifications and safety in Yin Yoga, including the use of props Anatomy of the Subtle Body (meridians and chakras) Mindfulness in Yin Yoga Sequencing in Yin Yoga (including seasonal sequences) Organs and Meridian Health (using Yin Yoga to affect specific organs) Yin and Yang Theory (basic Taoist theory) Yin Yoga and Meditation Pranayama for health, relaxation and awaking the energy body 29

30 WHO WILL TEACH YOU? 30

31 PHIL GOODWIN FOUNDER, CEO OF BODYMINDLIFE As the founder of BodyMindLife, Phil has a passion for people, yoga, inspired leadership, community and business. Phil found yoga and meditation after 10 years of trading financial markets and knows first hand of its transformative effects from high-stress environments. Over the course of the last 15 years BodyMindLife has trained and developed some of Australia s most influential teachers today. Phil has studied Yoga all over the world with highly respected teachers and been teaching Yoga and Meditation for more than 13 years. He is passionate about helping people be the best they can and believes that education is a key to effective change. He loves developing and inspiring the BodyMindLife community with his partner and BodyMindLife s interior architect Ferique and hanging out with their beautiful daughter GiGi. Phil applies practical wisdom from years of practice and study to his courses on our yoga teacher training. You ll learn how to really live your yoga and realise your potential in life - especially as a new yoga teacher. Phil s renowned for his fresh approach to the world and business of yoga, and will guide you on how to start out as a new graduate and what studios look for when hiring teachers. You ll also learn how to build your own private yoga business, and even your own studio. 31

32 KAT CLAYTON LEAD FACILITATOR: ASANA TECHNIQUE, HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY, TEACHING METHODOLOGY, PRANAYAMA, ETHICS & LIFESTYLE Kat s engaging and compassionate teaching style radiates positive energy and warmth from the moment you step into her class. Skillfully weaving dynamic sequencing with pearls of yogic wisdom and modern psychology, Kat provides a fun and challenging space for students to connect, learn, grow, and deepen their practice in mind, body and spirit. After completing a degree in Psychology, Kat moved to Sydney in 2007 to follow her passion and learn more about yoga. She completed her 200-hour teacher training at our very own, BodyMindLife. Kat is honoured to share and bring to life the traditions, teachings and practice of yoga and guide students on their yoga journey. With a background in gymnastics and dance, the nature and outdoor adventure loving Colorado native has cultivated over 12 years experience as a dance, snowboarding and yoga teacher, and is continually inspired by philosophers, scholars, yogis and teachers including Simon Park, Georg Feuerstein, Maty Ezraty, Baron Baptiste, and Ana Forrest. Kat combines her love for learning and teaching with her passion for empowering students to focus on the subtle energetic and physical alignment, yogic philosophy, psychology, yoga and mindfulness. Kat combines her love for learning and teaching with her passion for empowering students to focus on the subtle energetic and physical alignment, yogic philosophy, psychology, yoga and mindfulness. 32

33 NOELLE CONNOLLY LEAD FACILITATOR: ASANA TECHNIQUE, SEQUENCING, TEACHING METHODOLOGY Our head of yoga and lead facilitator Noelle teaches powerful and inventive yoga - creating space for her students to pursue their practice with heart, intensity and drive. A technical teacher, Noelle is passionate about form and endlessly inspired to harness the subtleties of the energetic body to defy gravity and move fluidly through space. Her classes are the work of a true teacher; authentic, accessible, fun and impactful. Noelle s teaching holds the structure and discipline of classical Ashtanga and Iyengar yoga, infused with immense creativity and a dance-like flow. A Philadelphia native, Noelle took her first yoga class in 2002, and fell in love with the practice mentally, physically and spiritually. Seeking out the most respected leaders in the tradition, Noelle has studied with Joan White, Maty Ezraty, Joan Hyman and Simon Park. 33

34 RACHAEL COOPES PHILOSOPHY, YOGIC PHYSIOLOGY With Rachael you ll dive deep into the ancient world of yoga philosophy, ethics and lifestyle, and be taught how to apply these teachings and themes in your classes and beyond. As a mother, writer, performer and yoga teacher, Rachael is passionate about storytelling and creating. She lives by the mantra do your practice and all is coming by Shri Pattabhi Jois and lives and breathes the yoga sutras on and off the mat. Rachael s background in movement spans 25 years, firstly as a rhythmic gymnast and later studying French physical theatre in Paris at L Ecole Philippe Gaulier. She has completed over 800 hours of certification under the guidance of Jessica Stickler as well as the 300 hour Jivamukti, 200 hour Samadhi and 30 hour Samadhi Prenatal Teacher Trainings. 34

35 AIMEE PEDERSON EMBODYING PHILOSOPHY & THEMING Aimee Pedersen is a yoga teacher, actress and writer. Her practice and teaching is steeped in the teachings of her mentor Tara Judelle, who she assists in the Embodied Flow trainings around the world, and influenced by the non dualist Tantric teaching of Kasmir Shaivism. She believes the postures form a beautiful platform from which we can explore our own layers, and create a unique personal journey. Her teaching stems from her own awakening, and she is passionate about guiding others towards embodiment. 35

36 JOANNE GATES ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY Jo was guided to her first yoga class in early In need of some time and space away from the intensity of being a first time Mum, she enjoyed the physicality of the practice but also fell for the sense of peace and nurturing it brought. A former physiotherapist, her journey as a yoga teacher began in 2006, with her first teacher training with Nicole Goodwin and Wade Imre Morrissette. Jo has since studied with Louisa Sear, Twee Merrigan, Shiva Rea, Baron Baptiste, Sharon Gannon and David Life, Simon Borg Olivier, Louisa Sear, Rose Baudin, Les Leventhal and Ana Forrest. 36

37 SARAH ROUTHIER ASANA TECHNIQUE AND ADMIN FACILITATOR If you have any questions on our Yoga Teacher Training, Sarah is your go to! Formerly a massage therapist, Sarah is a self-confessed body geek and is fascinated by the way emotions manifest in the physical body. Sarah loves to create purposeful sequencing that prepare the body to move towards deep, expansive poses in an intelligent way. Her playful classes often incorporate music, mandalas, theming and props, switching on the brain as well as the body and challenging her students to pay attention. 37

38 ANDY AMOS MEDITATION Andy began exploring different systems and traditions of meditation while living in London in his late 20 s. A diagnosis of type one diabetes a few years later left him shocked and led him to his first teacher, Erica Bagshaw, who encouraged him to train in metaphysics and meditation and, in turn, to teach. He has studied extensively with scientist and holistic healer Doctor Reza Samvat, exploring the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda, delved into Buddhist and Hindu traditions, and also the work of contemporary teachers and philosophers including Ramana Maharshi, Swami Rama, J. Krishnamurti, Osho, Alice Bailey, Herman Hesse, Thich Nhat Hanh, Ram Dass, Jack Kornfield, Jon Kabat-Zinn, Deepak Chopra, Eckhart Tolle and the Heart Math Institute. Andy teaches from experience, using practical and accessible tools and techniques that are easily applied to daily life. 38

39 GUEST TEACHERS Over the course you ll also be taught by guest BodyMindLife teachers and visiting experts in specialist subjects from all over the world. 39

40 AFTER THE COURSE - WHAT S NEXT? When you sign up for a BodyMindLife Yoga Teacher Training, you ll join a tribe of like-minded yogis and have the opportunity to further your learning with a number of events, community activities and special classes. We re passionate about supporting our graduates who wish to teach yoga to find work - whether that s with us or at other studios or places. Many of our past students have gone on to teach at BodyMindLife and we encourage all students to sign up for our weekly community classes to get started. Once you ve completed the 200-hour course you ll have access to a pathway of learning with our 350 and 500-hours of training, and receive special discounts on 50-hour modules, workshops and events that we host with some of the world s best international teachers each year. 40

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42 HOW MUCH YOGA EXPERIENCE DO I NEED? Our teacher training is open to all levels of yogis and is designed for teachers and those who wish to deepen their practice. To gain your 350 Hours and 500 Hours accredited by Yoga Alliance and Yoga Australia at BodyMindLife, you ll first need to have completed your 200 Hours Yoga Teacher Teacher training with a registered Yoga Alliance school. WHEN ARE THE COURSES HELD? Check out for our next Teacher Training dates and Teacher Training information sessions. HOW MUCH DO THE COURSES COST? Our 50 Hour modules vary, please see Yoga Teacher Training at for pricing details. BodyMindLife offers special discounts for packaged trainings too and flexible payment plans, please chat to the team at teachertraining@bodymindlife.com for more information. WHAT DOES THE COURSE INCLUDE? The course fee covers your BodyMindLife Training manual and all classes taught to receive your certification. You ll also receive free access to all BodyMindLife yoga classes across our four studios for the duration of each training. WHAT ARE THE OPTIONS FOR ACCOMMODATION IN SYDNEY IF I M VISITING FROM SOMEWHERE ELSE? We don t have accommodation at BodyMindLife but there are plenty of options to choose from in the area! We recommend to base yourself in beautiful Surry Hills, where we re based, however we are just a few steps from Sydney Central Station which has quick access to most areas around Sydney. For ideas or local advice, the team at teachertraining@bodymindlife.com are happy to help. CAN I PARK MY CAR DURING THE TRAINING? While there are some paid all day parking options in the city and not too far from Surry Hills, we suggest taking public transport to the studio. We re just a few steps from Sydney Central Station. 42

43 READY TO DIVE IN? We d love to hear from you! Please contact Sarah on or yogatt@bodymindlife.com and we ll come back to you very soon. Or if you re ready to take the next step and apply, please fill in our application form at 43