Sampoorna Yoga
Teachers Certification Course
Graduation Day of a Yoga Teachers Certification
Course
 Earn
a Master degree in Yoga studies
The fruits of years of faithful Sadhana by Yogi Hari will be
made available to you. You will learn how to incorporate the essence
of all the different aspects of Yoga into your practice, so as
to promote a well-balanced development. The course will give you
a solid foundation, enough knowledge of Yoga for a lifetime of
practice and the skills necessary to pass these teachings on to
others.
Certification
 SYTCC
is registered with the Yoga Alliance at the 200 hrs level. Upon
graduation, you will be equipped with the necessary knowledge,
experience and confidence to teach yoga to anyone regardless of
age or condition. You will get a sound foundation in all aspects
of yoga. You will also experience tremendous transformation in
your life and practice from the teachings and presence of a master.
The Sampoorna Yoga Advanced Teacher Certification Course
SYATCC is a 3 weeks residential course. It covers 300 hrs training.
It is open to any student who has completed a 200 hrs course and
wants to deepen their knowledge and practice. You can take the
SYTCC and the SYATCC together and receive 10% off, as they are
offered one after the other.
Curriculum
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 Asanas
(Yoga postures): Practice and teaching techniques.
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Pranayama and Breathing Exercises: Mastery of Prana
or vital energy.
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Meditation, Mantra & Japa Yoga: Use of Divine
sound vibration for healing on all levels.
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Vedanta Philosophy: Study of the Universe, Self &
Truth.
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Karma & Reincarnation.
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Astral body, Nadis & Chakras.
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Raja Yoga: The study and control of the mind.
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Jnana Yoga: Self Knowledge, inquiry into the question
"Who am I?”
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Bhakti Yoga: The path of devotion and love for God,
including the practices of chanting, worship and self-surrender.
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Nada Yoga: Study and application of sound vibration
as a tool for healing and uplifting the emotions and the mind.
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Karma Yoga: The path of right action and selfless
service.
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Bhagavad Gita: Study and its application to life.
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Anatomy & Physiology: In relation to Hatha Yoga.
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Proper Diet: For optimum health and peace of mind.
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Yoga Kriyas: Cleansing techniques.
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Ayurveda: Basic introduction to this ancient healing
art.
Daily Schedule
5:30 am - Wake up
6:00 am - Meditation, Nada Yoga, Lecture
8:00 am - Asanas, Pranayama
10:00 am - Brunch
11:00 am - Karma Yoga
12:00 - Personal Studies
2:00 pm - Main Lecture
4:00 pm - Asanas, Pranayama
6:00 pm - Dinner
7:30 pm - Meditation, Nada Yoga, Lecture
Why a residential program?
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The most effective way of learning and teaching is from
direct experience.
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This is the traditional teaching where you will inherit
the fruits of the wisdom of the Rishis from ancient time to
present day in the Sivananda lineage.
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During the programs you live in close contact with your
teacher. You will have the priviledge to study with Shri Yogi
Hari, an adept Yogi.
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Away from the distractions of the home environment, everyday
responsibilities, business and appointments, you will be amazed
of how focussed and attentive your mind will be to absorb
this knowledge.
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In Yogi Hari's Ashram you will live each moment of the program
with awareness, bringing about growth and transformation.
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You will enjoy two healthy vegetarian meals daily, served
buffet style. The diet includes simple and deliciously prepared
fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, tofu and
some dairy (optional).
The experiences of two graduates
Amanda
 "Hi.
My name is Amanda and I am fifteen years old. This past
June , when I was still fourteen, I completed Yogi Hari’s
Beginner Teacher’s Training Course. I would
like to tell you about my experience and the ways in which it
has truly changed my life.
"As
you can imagine, I walked into the ashram on day one feeling really
nervous. All the other students were at least ten years
older than me! As it turned out I had nothing to fear, and we
became friends right away. Over the next couple of weeks we started
to feel like we were one big family. All of us, including Tara,
Omkara, and the little yogis supported one another as we moved
through this transformation of mind, body, and spirit.
"The
bell rang, calling us to meditation at five thirty in the morning!
It wasn't always a welcome wake up call, but by six I unfailingly
found myself sitting cross-legged on the floor, ready to begin
the day with meditation. The daily schedule was rigorous, but
I greatly enjoyed the challenge and discipline it provided. I
found each activity to be fulfilling in its own way. Yogi Hari's
lectures were always inspiring. I absorbed so much knowledge and
it was never boring. One of my favorite activities was chanting,
because it was so releasing and came right from the soul. Of course
everyone looked forward to mealtimes, and were often involved
in helping to prepare them for karma yoga. I quickly adjusted
to, and felt the benefits of eating twice a day. This transition
was made a lot easier by Tara's delicious vegetarian cuisine!
The Hatha (asana) Yoga practice was challenging, but fun. When
I started this course, I was almost a beginning student myself-
I couldn't even touch my toes! My practice improved greatly throughout
the course. Each day I discovered newfound flexibility and strength.
Now I can perform more advanced postures which I had believed
were impossible for me to accomplish before.Karma Yoga was my
favorite time of day. I learned the importance of patience and
having a positive attiude. I experienced the joy and peace
selfless service brings to your heart during Karma Yoga.
"Yogi
Hari is an amazing teacher, mentor, and friend. I was priveledged
to spend two weeks with him and his beautiful family. I continue
to practice yoga every day, and I have received an opportunity
to teach here in my community in Northern California. I am calling
my teaching practice Harmony Yoga. I highly recommend the Teacher's
Training Course to men and women of all ages. This experience
continues to nurture my body, mind and spirit. Thank you, Yogi
Hari!
"Om
Shanti! - Amanda."
Omkara
Hi,
My name is Omkara, and I would like to share with you the experience
that I have had with Sampoorna Yoga and encourage you to participate
in the Sampoorna Yoga Teacher’s Certification Course and
the Advanced Course. I have been blessed with the opportunity
to participate in both of them in November 2005.
When I came for the 200 hours SYTCC , I did not really know what
to expect. I wanted to deepen my knowledge and understanding about
Yoga and also to have the proper foundation and experience to
pass that knowledge on to others. After the first time that I
met Shri Yogi Hari, I knew that I came to the right place. I cannot
even begin to describe how much the experience in the Ashram exceeded
my expectations. I loved the course so much that I decided to
stay for the Advanced course that began the same day the beginners
course ended.
The Advanced course was a continuation of the amazingly transforming
experience that I was going through. It gave me such a deep understanding
about what Yoga really is, and as I continue to teach, I realize
how much I have learnt in those 5 weeks.
I have never met anybody like Yogi Hari. He is truly an enlightened
Master! His teachings are so clear and inspiring. His approach
is deep, simple and practical, and helps people from every background
live a richer, happier life based on lasting Yogic values.
Most places that teach Yoga just keep people on the surface
in superstition and delusion. Not Yogi Hari! He is so sincere
and straightforward in his teachings; he has risen above all delusions
and illusions and he is a divine lamp that lights the light of
knowledge within you. What a master like him can teach you in
2 weeks, will take other people years to teach!
Before I came to the course I was addicted to Marijuana, cigarettes,
alcohol, caffeine, unhealthy food, and other degrading activities.
My body was full of toxins and therefore my face was covered with
real bad Acne. I was a real confused person, with no real goal
and purpose in life.
Before the course started I was afraid that it will be hard for
me to quit all these addictions. My mind was trying to find excuses
to stay in its own degraded state. I was really amazed how easy
it was for me to stop with all of that. My time in the Ashram
gave me the strength of mind and will power to stay away from
all of these degrading activities. The knowledge of Sampoorna
Yoga has given me the tools to find happiness from within and
not be dependant on external things for that.
When I came back home, my family and friends were amazed at the
incredible transformation that I had gone through in the time
that I spent in the Ashram. My face completely cleared up, my
body became lighter and much healthier, and my mind became so
much clearer and focused. I look and feel so much happier, healthier
and alive now!
As I go on teaching Sampoorna Yoga, I realize what an amazing
system of teaching and practice it is. From my own experience
and from my students’ experiences I know that the improvement
is so fast as compared with other systems of Yoga. People can
really feel what an intelligent, well balanced and harmonious
practice it is. That is because it was developed into perfection
by Yogi Hari in over 40 years of practice and teaching. New doors
and teaching opportunities open up for me all the time because
of this.
My 18 year old brother took the course recently and now he joined
the Israeli army for his 3 years mandatory service. The experience
that he had in the Ashram helps him to deal with the challenges
that he is faced with in a very positive way.
I truly believe that everybody in the world should participate
in the courses that are offered by Shri Yogi Hari. He is already
64 years old and time goes by… Take advantage of this incredible
opportunity while it is still there!!!
Read more testimonials here
Going to College? Come establish yourself first
More and more teenagers like Amanda are becoming interested in
our Sampoorna Yoga Teacher’s Certification Course these
days. They are truly blessed. We have been told so many times
how much this 2 week experience has helped to transform people’s
lives and we can see it on each face when the 2 weeks are over;
the transformation is amazing!
That is why we highly encourage young people to come and take
our course. We think that every one, before going to college,
should participate in this course. It is not just like any other
Yoga teacher’s training course where the people who are
teaching it have just been dabbling in Yoga. Here you will be
learning from a true master who has immersed himself fully in
the practice and teaching of Yoga for over 43 years.
This course helps young people in their pursuit in life in whatever
direction it may be. Especially if you are planning to go to college,
this will help you face the challenges that are involved there
in a balanced, holistic way instead of getting caught up in stress
and anxiety.
In the course you will learn how to develop your concentration
and focus of mind, which will be of tremendous benefit to you
in whatever you attempt to achieve in life. You will be taught
how to regain and maintain your physical, emotional and mental
health by incorporating the components of Sampoorna Yoga (Hatha,
Raja, Karma, Bhakti, Jnana and Nada Yoga) in your life. You will
find that this will greatly minimize your doctor bills…
You will experience how, observing proper exercise, proper breathing,
relaxation, a healthy diet and positive thinking, greatly accelerates
your healing process.
This transformative experience gives young people a positive
direction in life with higher knowledge and aspirations. It helps
them to develop right discrimination which will keep them out
of trouble like drinking, smoking, drugs, and other degrading
activities.
With the financial situation in mind let’s not forget that
once you finish the course you will be a certified Yoga Teacher,
which might be useful as an extra income while going to school
and after graduating.
We hope to see you soon,
Om Shantih!
Credit hours
If you wish to pursue a Master's Degree in Yoga Studies, the
Hindu University of America located in Orlando, will give 9 credit
hours for these courses.
Rates & Notes
$2000 (2 weeks) or
$4500 together with SYATCC (5 weeks)
Prices for our courses have not changed in
10 years and with the conditions of the economy at this time we
will keep the same prices to make it easier for you to afford
them. We hope that this helps you and we look forward to having
you here with us.
The programs are limited to twenty five students
giving everyone the opportunity for much individual attention
and ample teaching practice time.
The cost covers accommodation, vegetarian meals, tuition and
course materials. Full participation in all activities is required.
No meat, fish, eggs, alcohol, tobacco or narcotics are allowed.
Please bring a mat for asanas (or you can purchase one here),
all personal articles such as linens, towels, toiletries, notebook,
swim suit (optional).
Complete and return the attached application form with the appropriate
deposit. (The appropriate cost and deposits are on the application
form).
No refund of deposit after you have been accepted for the course.
In case of an emergency you may transfer the deposit once, to
another course. The full fee is due before the start of the course
and once the course starts, there is no refund whatsoever.
Dates for Teachers Training courses
SYTCC 2 weeks residential
2010
Apr 4- 17
Jun 18 - Jul 2
Nov 5- 19
SYTCC for 6 weekends
2010
Aug 27 - Oct 3
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