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About the Academy
Academy means 'a place of special learning'. Harmony Yoga are dedicated to sharing the
Yoga teachings of Sri T. Krishnamacharaya, one of the most influential Yoga
teachers of modern times. Vinyasa Krama Yoga is not another 'style' of Yoga but
an authentic, integrated presentation of the whole spectrum of Yoga teachings
including asana, breathing exercises, textual studies, chanting and philosophy.
Vinyasa Krama Yoga
Vinyasa Krama Yoga is:
* grounded in ancient tradition, while being highly evolved to meet the needs of modern life.
* a procedure that meets you where you are and gradually takes you on a journey to your highest potential.
* a practice that faithfully respects the parameters presented in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.
* a fully integrated practice that addresses all aspects of our being.
* beneficial to both beginners and experts.
* a comprehensive representation of Krishnamacharya's teachings.
Each step of the journey brings benefits and insights unique to you as an individual.
The ultimate aim of Yoga is the total transformation of the mind, leading to lasting
peace and freedom. This is an attainable goal for anyone who has enthusiasm and the
confidence that comes from authentic instruction.
Yoga can be applied as a therapy, a holistic health practice and a guiding philosophy.
Each practitioner will have their own needs and orientation, so a unique personal practice
is imperative. As a teacher, you will need to understand the full spectrum of Yoga
techniques in order to give an appropriate practice to your students.
Our courses are primarily practical and experiential with theoretical teachings to
support your understanding. We believe that this emphasis on experiencing
Vinyasa Krama for yourself and developing an individualised personal practice
gives you the most empowering start to a new vocation in Yoga. It can also quickly
and effectively enhance your personal practice, as an experienced practitioner or as a Yoga teacher.
The 200 hour Vinyasa Krama Teacher Training course is our core training programme
delivered by Steve Brandon, a student of Srivatsa Ramaswami. He is supported by a
faculty of expert tutors. This is the only certified teacher training course
available in the UK that covers this aspect of Krishnamacharya's teachings.
The course is suitable for:
* Yoga students who wish to take teacher training in Vinyasa Krama Yoga.
* Existing teachers who wish to train in this tradition.
* Practitioners who would like to study and practice Yoga in the tradition of Krishnamacharya.
The course of 200 hours is run over 30 individual weekend days in a 3 year cycle.
The course is registered with the Independent Yoga Network.
Graduates of a School on the Yoga Register (YRS) are entitled to use the letters
YRT (Yoga Register Teacher) and benefit from a discounted subscription rate of £25
for annual entry on The Yoga Register www.theyogaregister.org
On completion of the course you will receive a Harmony Yoga Teacher Certificate.
You may join The Yoga Register and have access to insurance and other benefits.
Students can also join the register and have access to student insurance.
Students will not be obliged to join any Yoga organisation. You will have free choice in this.
Tutors
Course Director - Steve Brandon Yoga Elder, IYN, Senior Teacher AYS
Anatomy & Physiology - Ruth Gilmore PhD.
Yoga Business - Sally Lever, MA(Oxon.), Dip.M, LCH Dip.
For an introduction to Vinyasa Krama Yoga and the experience of the teachings
of Krishnamacharya you can attend our 'Art and Science of Vinyasa Krama Yoga' programme.
Personal lessons are available with Steve Brandon in Somerset and Yorkshire and Leo
Thomson in London.
This is the only Vinyasa Krama Yoga Teacher Training Course in the UK and there
are currently only two teachers certified by Ramaswami. Because of this situation
you may apply to come on the course with no previous experience in Yoga.
The course offers plenty of time for development and all students will be
encouraged to teach only when they are competent and confident.
For further information:
www.harmonyyoga.co.uk
tel: 01749 677470
email: steve@harmonyyoga.co.uk
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