Techniques:
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Demonstrate an ability to perform asanas, pranayamas, meditation and shatkarma techniques as taught.
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Demonstrate an understanding of the energetic and physical aspects of asanas, pranayamas, meditations and shatkarmas as taught.
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Demonstrate an understanding of essential contra-indications and benefits of asanas, pranayamas, meditations and shatkarmas as taught.
Philosophy:
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Describe each of the eight limbs of yoga.
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Identify, describe and demonstrate an understanding of key principles of the yoga sutras.
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Describe each Ayurvedic dosha and demonstrate an understanding of the gunas.
Anatomy:
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Demonstrate an understanding of anatomical terminology, and its relevance as a yoga practitioner.
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Describe the 11 systems of the body and how they interrelate, what a sattvic state means for each system, and the yoga practices that contribute to this.
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Demonstrate an understanding of structure and function of the body, how this can differ from body to body, and what may contribute to these differences.
Art of teaching:
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Demonstrate an understanding of the four tools of teaching yoga.
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Construct an effective sequence for a specific style to teach a ninety minute yoga class.
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Be able to use a variety of cues and terminology while teaching.
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Have a sense of structure, flow, and method while teaching.
Practicum:
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Teach various styles of Surya Namaskara (Sun salutations)
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Teach a ninety minute yoga class.
