Australian Yoga Academy

Advanced Diploma of Yoga Teaching Overview

The Australian Yoga Academy’s renowned Yoga Teacher Training Program is accredited by the Yoga Teachers Association of Australia and is one of the most comprehensive courses available in Australia.

Our Yoga Teacher Training Program is based on Patanjali's 8 limbed approach and explores asana, pranayama, meditation, yogic philosophy, practical teaching methods, anatomy and physiology and professional development in detail.

The course is conducted part time over 12 months. Upon successful completion you will be fully qualified as a yoga instructor and will be eligible to gain membership to the YTAA and obtain Professional Insurance.

The program is not only for those wishing to become yoga teachers but anyone who would like to gain a deeper understanding of the full science and practice of this ancient philosophy.

Advanced Diploma of Yoga Teaching Modules

Philosophy and Ethics

• Yoga History
• Bhagavad Gita
• Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
• Yama & Niyama

Anatomy 1 - Traditional Anatomy and Physiology

• Mechanics of Joints and Movement
• Skeletal System
• Muscular System
• Nervous System
• Endocrine System
• Lymphatic System
• Respiratory System
• Cardiovascular System
• Digestive System

Anatomy 2 - The Energetic Anatomy

• Principals of the Energetic Body
• The Chakras
• The Nadis
• The Meridians
• The Three Gunas
• Introduction to Ayurveda

Integrative Teaching Practices and Methedology

• Asana
  • Forward Bends
  • Backward Bends
  • Twisting Postures
  • Lateral Spinal Flexing Postures
  • Balancing Postures
  • Inversions
• Alignment
• Adjustments
• Yoga for Special Needs Students
  • Pre and Post Natal
  • High Blood Pressure
  • The Elderly
  • Children
  • Spinal Injuries
• Professional Development
• Small Business Skills

Techniques of Yoga

• Meditation
• Pranayama
• Relaxation
• Savasana
• Bandha

Study Options

In order to cater to all students we have three different course options:

• Wednesday evenings
• Thursday during school hours and
• Saturday afternoons

We have courses commencing in February, April, July and October each year.

Program run at our Prahran Studio in Melbourne.
 
For more information about our Teacher Training Program please email us and we will send you a full prospectus.