Prana Yoga Teacher College International is pleased to offer our one month intensive Yoga Teacher Training Program in Bali for spring 2014 (March 10 - April 9, 2014). The course will be held at Anhera Suite Ubud, a high-end spa resort in Ubud, Bali, Indonesia.

Experience the serenity and breathtaking beauty of Bali. Enjoy tranquility and peace in this nourishing Indonesian paradise.

• Program Supplies
• Helpful Tips for Bali
• Location
• Accommodations
• Tuition and Fees
• Payment Options
• Policies
• Registration

Read shakti's message about the value of Yoga Teacher Training in a Retreat Setting

Bali is shakti's favourite location.

The Bali teacher training course will be held at the Anhera Suite Ubud, a high-end spa resort in a small and adorable town that it is an exploration on its own. Don't miss it!

Find out more about this beautiful location and learn about the accommodation options available.

The best time in Bali is before May.

In the last few years Ubud became a centre for yoga with many yoga studios, shops and a large yoga community. You will also find numerous little cafes and restaurants with delicious organic healthy food in this adorable town in Bali.

May is the high season in Ubud, and countless tourist buses are choking and polluting the small town, blocking the streets until you literally cannot move. Prices in the charming little shops and markets go up significantly.

The reason Shakti decided to conduct her YTT courses between February and April is that the town is tranquil, empty and clean early in the spring. It's fun and easy to shop and bargain. The retreat where the courses take place is quiet off-season, and all 3 swimming pools feel like private pools.

If you want to explore beautiful Bali, avoid it from May on, as you will meet mainly tourists in the streets, instead of the beautiful native residents of Bali.

Program Schedule

This program runs from March 10 - April 9, 2014. We recommend that students arrive in Indonesia 3 days before the program begins (ideally 5) to adjust and in Bali at least the night before.

Daily schedule

Monday - Friday — 10:00am - 5:00 pm

Tuition and Fees

Application Fee:

There is no longer an application fee for this program.

Tuition:

Tuition for the 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training Program is $2500. Please see payment options.

Accommodation and Meals:

Accommodation and meals are NOT INCLUDED in tuition. We will provide a list of possible choices for accommodations and meals.

Course Materials:

This $280 fee covers all textbooks, manuals, hand-outs, and other products and materials used during the Program. This must be paid with registration.

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Payment

Full payment is due at the time of registration plus the course materials fee*

* course materials are subject to applicable tax

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Policies

See complete College Policies, Terms and Conditions.

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Registration

Please click here to apply online (or download an application form) or contact us for an application form and then submit your application along with your application fee of $0 CAD (Non-Refundable) to Prana's Administration. You can pay the application fee separately here if you prefer.

We will then contact you within 7 days of receiving your application (along with bio and fee) and let you know if you have been accepted. At this point you will have 14 days to confirm your enrolment in the program. To confirm your enrolment, you must submit the following:

• Registration Payment (please see Payment Options)
• Signed student contract
• A copy of government issued photo ID (i.e. Driver's licence, passport)

Please be aware that these programs are in high demand and we cannot hold spaces beyond this 14 day period. Should you, after the 14 days have elapsed, decide you wish to take the program, you will need to re-apply with another application and fee.

This program is provided by Prana Yoga Teacher College International and is not eligible for financial assistance.

Program Supplies

Mandatory Supplies

• Yoga mat
• Program manual (to be provided in class)
• Daily schedule (will be sent via email or can be downloaded from our website)
• Note-taking material (notebook, pens, highlighters, etc.)
• Alarm clock
• Good flashlight with battery (mandatory)

• Yoga clothes: NO loose shorts (tight shorts are fine) and NO revealing clothing (includes thong underwear)
• Sea salt (at least 100 grams) in a closed package - should be simple table sea salt (very fine) - NOT the expensive crystal version for the bath.
• Grapefruit seed extract.
• Coin for laundry as well as laundry powder. Good to bring a net for laundry so you can share loads with others.

Suggested Supplies

• Bathing suit
• Flip-flops
• Comfortable sandals
• Ear plugs
• Hiking shoes
• Umbrella or light rain-proof jacket
• Insect repellent (non-chemical)
• Camera and film
• Calling card
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses

• Hat
• Cotton t-shirts
• Long sleeve cotton shirts
• Cotton sweater or light jacket
• Long loose cotton pants
• Your regular toiletries (as we all have our favourites)
• Your medical prescriptions
• 2 towels (Preferably one that dries quickly)
• Acidophilus: helps to maintain healthy bacteria in your digestive track
• Tea Tree oil: good for minor skin irritations, wounds, mosquito bites, etc...

Requirements are currently being updated. Please contact the office if you have any specific questions.

Program Subjects     |     Program Leaders

Anatomy and Physiology

shakti is very passionate about the anatomy and physiology of Yoga. Through her years of teaching she has created unique ways to deliver the information and help her students deepen their interest in this fascinating and very important component of Yoga Teacher training. You will never hear her using complicated explanations or daunting medical terminology that make your eyes cross. You will however, see lots of PowerPoint presentations as well as hands-on demonstrations of how the body functions inside and out.

Asanas/Postures

Classic hatha postures are taught in precise detail. For each posture students are encouraged to understand the human anatomy, safety precautions and variations of each posture. Learn to move through the postures of yoga with grace and control. Gain the skills to pass these details on to your students. Learn how to modify postures for different needs and body types. Teach with wisdom and compassion.

Variations

The art of teaching yoga is knowing the different variations for the asanas (Yoga poses). By offering the right variation to the right student, you prevent the beginners from hurting themselves and help the more advanced Yogis and Yoginis to still be challenged. By doing so you create a very rich teaching that suits all Yoga students regardless of their abilities. The various Yoga asanas and their multiple variations will be deconstructed and demonstrated in detail.

Building Flows

If individual asanas (postures) make up the vocabulary of yoga, then flows are the sentences and the stories of yoga. You will learn to choose the story you wish to tell your students, a story that is ultimately about themselves. Learn to lead yoga classes that flow like poetry.

Zen Meditation

Dropping one's ego is fundamental to teaching yoga. Zen practice greatly helps the yoga teacher step out of his or her shell and adapt to whatever circumstances present themselves. Thus, teaching comes "from the floor" and not from a script in one's head.

History and Philosophy

An understanding of the evolution of yoga through the millennia aids tremendously in understanding the contemporary practice. Yoga has had a varied and colourful history and has influenced and been influenced by wide-ranging philosophies and world-views. No less colourful are the people who have practiced and taught yoga from Siva and Patanjali to the "yoga celebrities" of the 21st century.

Hands on Teaching

One of the most critical of the teaching modalities is the practical hands on approach to correcting the postures. Proper adjustment is often critical for maintaining safety of the student. It also allows for taking the more advanced students to the next level of their abilities.

Body Language Communication

Approximately 90% of human communication is non-verbal. The ability to read body language effectively is important to assess the students' level of attention, state of mind and their level of physical comfort. Many students allow their egos to push them beyond their abilities and knowing their limitations. Learning the skills to anticipate behaviour before it happens is an important tool in maintaining safety and cohesiveness of the Yoga class.

Multi-sensory teaching

Recognizing the fact that people absorb information differently, we give the students tools to convey the instructions in a variety of ways to achieve the desired results. We teach how to recognize students who absorb information primarily verbally, visually or kinesthetically.

Pranayama

Breath is the foundation of all yoga practice. Our life starts and ends with one breath and in between life unfolds itself through our breath. There is a great emphasis in our course on breathing and on how breath can be used to cultivate prana (life force) as a bridge to our higher self.

Shat Karma

Shat Karma is an ancient cleansing method that keeps both the mind and body healthy. Workshops are offered during the program; which give students a strong foundation to learn about Shat Karma methods in a safe environment with emphasis on how they can incorporate it in their lives in a practical way.

Small, interactive, dynamic, multimedia environment

There is no one way to teach yoga. The instructions you learn will evolve through your own experiences and the shared experiences of your group. Just as yoga students learn in different ways, so do yoga teachers. Thus, the Yoga Teacher Training is blend of interactive discussions, hands-on teaching, active analysis of yoga classes, and multimedia presentations.

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Program Leader

shakti mhi provides powerful leadership and empowering tools for teaching as the core program leader. Individual courses offered during different seasonal training programs will have additional program leaders and will vary depending on the subject, program location and availability. See the specific program information for details about additional leaders.

shakti mhi, E-RYT

After nearly 30 years of personal practice and teaching thousands of students around the globe, shakti mhi has made Yoga her passion and her life's purpose. Since the age of 14 when she first discovered Yoga she has travelled the world in search of Yoga and Zen teachers who would expand her knowledge of all aspects of Yoga. Since 1982, shakti has trained hundreds of Yoga teachers, who are sought after by yoga studios and practitioners around the world. Many of them have gone on to open their own schools internationally.

See shakti's full bio, photos, videos, books, blog and writings

Graduation Requirements

In order to graduate from Prana Yoga College's Teacher Training Program students must completely fulfill the following requirements:

All classes must be attended except with a medical reason, which may be verified with a doctor's note or a request in advance confirmed by the office. Students are required to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to commencement of class unless they are on Karma duties that require them differently.

To practice the spirit of yoga and as preparation for becoming a teacher, students will be expected to relate to teachers and fellow students with respect, politeness, compassion, and patience - and to support and cooperate with each other during the program.

Comfortable, loose clothing is suitable in the program. Avoid wearing jeans, belts, heavy accessories such as necklaces etc., as well as perfumes and greasy hair products.

Students must be prepared for each class by bringing a notebook, writing materials (pens, highlighters) and the manual.

Students must be ready for the teaching assignment (mini yoga), the details of which will be given in advance. The students will be expected to know the appropriate instructions, different variations for the postures, anatomy relating to the posture being taught, safety issues, and contraindications as well as appropriate voice projection and body language. Students will be required to participate in a hands-on practicum throughout the entire duration of the program.

During class students are required to take part in group assignments and demonstrate learned material. As well, students will need to complete an anatomy and general knowledge exam. They must also participate in practice classes as well as yoga classes, meditation classes, pranayama classes, workshops, et cetera - and follow the teacher's request for helping to arrange class space.

Students are immersed daily in the practice of yoga, meditation and pranayama (breathing) which moves powerful energy throughout the body. This means that the body needs to be clean to avoid circulating toxins in the body. To ensure complete safety, there will be no alcohol or drugs permitted during the program.

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Certification Process

Prana Yoga Teacher College is certified by the Yoga Alliance, which is the leading organization setting international standards for yoga teacher training.

Level 1: 200 hour - Yoga Teacher Certification

Completion of the following requirements entitles the successful student to "Yoga Teacher" status.

With "Yoga Teacher" status one is able to facilitate yoga classes of all-levels.

1 month intensive program consisting of 200 hrs:

• Anatomy
• Teaching Method
• Practical Teaching
• Yoga Philosophy
• Pranayama (breathing)
• Lifestyle
• Meditation
• Karma Yoga

Students will be sent their certificates within one month from the date of successful completion and after all program fees are paid in full.

Location:

Classes are going to take place in this resort, although students may choose accommodation at any of the places available in Ubud.

Accommodations and meals are NOT INCLUDED with tuition.

Anhera Suite Ubud
Jl. Raya Sanggingan 168
Ubud, Gianyar 80517 Bali, Indonesia

Phone: +62 361 977 845 |
Fax: +62 361 977 844
E-mail: info@anherahotelbali.com
Website: www.anherahotelbali.com

Accommodation Information:

Accommodations and meals are NOT INCLUDED with tuition.

Here are a few places that Shakti has recommended as having good accommodation:

• Taman Indrakila – from $35-$40 (USD) per night (5 minute walk from where the classes are going to be held)
• Anom Cottages – $50-$60 (USD) per night (2 minute walk)
• Ananda Cottages – $80 (USD) per night, including breakfast (30 seconds walk)
• Sari Bamboo Bungalows – they do not have a website, but tripadvisor has information and reviews and according to tripadvisor.ca they are a great deal especially for a long term stay. They can be reached by email. (15 minute walk)
• Minami Kerta Bungalows – can get as low as $20.66 (USD) per night.( 25 min walk)
• Desak Putu Putra Home Stay - really good reviews of this place. They do not have a website, but Booking.com has more information. They charge $600 for a double room per month (35 minutes walk)
• Mai Malu Homestay: On Jl. (street) Goutama, Contact Person: Putu Seni, 085 792937260 (add +62), email: putu_seni@ymail.com, Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/UbudMaiMalu

Other resources for finding accommodations:

• AirBnB.com lists several possibilities in Ubud.
• Booking.com has several options as well.
• Hostelworld.com also offers a variety of places in Ubud.

Helpful Tips for Bali

Before You Go:

We strongly recommend that you purchase adequate travel insurance in case anything should happen. Medical insurance is mandatory.

Check with the Travel Clinic or your family physician to see if you require any vaccinations. The Vancouver Travel Medicine and Vaccination Centre are located at Suite 314, 1030 West Georgia Street and the telephone number is (604) 681-5656.

It is possible to get 'visa on arrival' at Ngurah Rai (Denpasar) airport. It is valid for 30 days and can be extended if necessary. However, the process can be lengthy and costly. It is better to arrange for a 60-day Tourist visa prior to your trip. (They also offer a Social /Cultural visa but you don't need that, and getting it is usually more complicated and requires a letter of invitation.)

A single entry Tourist Visa is valid if presented within 3 (three) months from the date of issuance. It is given to travellers who intend to stay in Indonesia on holiday/leisure purpose with a maximum stay of 60 (sixty) days.

Visa Requirements:

• Original passport, valid for more than 6 (six) months beyond the intended length of stay.
• Visa application Form completed in full with 1 (one) recent colour passport size photographs
• Copy of confirmed round trip Airline ticket/ Electronic ticket. Proof of entry and exit.
• Visa fee $55.00 CAD in the form of a money order only, payable to the The Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia

Useful info:

Try to travel light as you have to lug your baggage with you. Keep this in mind when you are deciding what and how much to bring along with you.

Do not bring any nice or expensive jewellery.

Should you inadvertently forget to bring something with you, DO NOT WORRY. You can purchase items in Ubud.

Towels /toiletries: Normally a towel and soap are provided. If you want to swim in the swimming pool, you might want to bring you own beach towel.

Internet: If you have a laptop, you can enjoy free internet at Ananda Cottages. Otherwise there are many internet web cafes in Ubud.

Electrical outlets: Continental European style plugs and 220V. Adapters from Canadian/US plugs to European are available at Singapore airport or in Ubud.

You may find it helpful to change some money at the airport, although the rate is generally somewhat inferior to that available in Ubud. Most widely used currencies can be changed, but US dollars are still the preferred foreign currency. Bring $100 US bills as the rate is inferior for smaller bills. Newer (post-2001) bills are better as some years are rarely accepted (esp. 1996). Traveller's cheques can also be cashed in Ubud and elsewhere.