Perth, May 2019 Training FAQs and Training Registration

Accessible Yoga for Older Grownups Teacher Training Information: Perth, May 11-13, 2019

Requirements for Registration:

200 hour Yoga Teacher Training Certificate
minimum 6 months teaching experience or relevant clinical experience
Basic anatomy: familiarity major bones, joints and muscle groups, basic anatomy of breathing, movements of major joints
Short Statement of why you want to undertake this training and what you intend to do with it.

Course Content:

Principles of how to teach a safe, fun, empowering yoga and movement class to older grownups and seniors.
An overview of the normal aging process and the concept of healthy aging.
An overview of principles of effective health promotion programs for older adults
An understanding of common conditions that older students present with such as osteoporosis, arthritis, heart disease, pain, joint replacement, anxiety and depression.
An understanding of the impact of aging and health conditions on an older person's mobility, daily function and class participation.
Principles of adaptation, modification and prop use for safety and to empower older students.
Sequences for older grownups and seniors that are based on the latest research evidence.
Use of evidence based assessments to document functional outcomes.
Yoga teacher's scope of practice and the ethics of teaching older students.

Course Structure:

Yoga for Seniors and Older Grownups is a 21 hour training run over three days. The exact hours may depend on the training location.
The May 2019 Older Grownups Training will be hosted by Nedlands Yoga Centre.
SCHEDULE
Saturday 11th May :
- 9:00 am -12:30 pm Welcome circle, orientation and introduction
- 12:30 - 1:30 pm Lunch
- 1:30 - 4:30 pm Discussion, theory and practical training
- 4:30 - 5:30 Practical Application
Saturday 12th May
- 9:30 - 10:30 pm Morning led class
- 11:00 -1:00 Discussion, theory and practical training
- 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lunch
- 2:00 - 4:00 pm Discussion, theory and practical training
- 4:00 - 6:30 Practical Application
Sunday 13th May
- 9:30 - 10:30 pm Morning led class
- 10:30 - 12:00 Discussion, theory and practical training
- 12:00 - 12:30 pm Snack
- 12:30 - 1:30 pm Discussion, theory and practical training.
- 1:30-2:30 . Closing circle. Group photos.

Supporting Materials:

Do I need to bring a mat and props?

What will I receive on completion of the course ?

A certificate from Yoga for Grownups for 21 contact hours in Teaching Yoga to Seniors and Older Grownups
Maria is ERYT500 and YACEP with Yoga Alliance and a Registered Senior Yoga Teacher with Yoga Australia, so all contact hours can be used for continuing education points.

Cost:

Perth May 2019 Training, 11th - 13th May, 2019: 695.00 early bird, or $780.00 after 25th Feb 2019.
Payment can be made using this link: https://www.nedlandsyoga.com.au/training-workshops-events
CANCELLATION POLICY:
For cancellations more than 2 weeks prior course commencement, all fees will be refunded less the $100 non-refundable deposit.
For cancellations within 4 weeks of commencement date, a 50% cancellation fee applies.
For cancellations within 2 weeks of commencement date, no refund will be given.
The training will be limited to 25 people admitted on a first come first serve basis. Those interested will be put on a wait list.

Are meals and refreshments included?

No, but healthy, inexpensive food will is plentiful nearby. A kettle for tea making and a fridge for storing food will be available.

Where is the course being held?

Registration Process:

Complete Application Form then await application approval email. If all places are filled you will be given the option of being placed on the waitlist.
Upon receipt of approval email make payment via this link: https://www.nedlandsyoga.com.au/training-workshops-events

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