Rising Sun Yoga Immersion/Teacher Training

 

Yoga Alliance 200 Hour Registered Yoga School ~ Since 2002registration mark

Our program is designed to immerse you into the essence of the practice of yoga, to develop your understanding of the depths of yoga, enable you to practice and teach yoga confidently, safely, and effectively, and to cause the transformations that you would like in your life and some that you may not expect.
 

The program is intimate and intense with lots of one on one time with the primary facilitator ensuring the quality time you need. It is for those wanting greater insights into yoga to enhance their own personal practice and growth, those wanting to become yoga teachers, and for yoga teachers wanting national certification RYT-200 through the Yoga Alliance.

We recognize that we are all both students and teachers, and our purpose is awaken the all knowing Self within each of us.

 

Learn: yoga philosophy, basic anatomy, biomechanical alignment of the body in asana, how to design a class, sequencing of postures and flows, pranayam, bandhas, chakras, meditation, teaching methodology, contraindication, benefits, and more.


Training

Our program is Classical Hatha Yoga based with emphasis on Patanjali's Yoga Sutras and accented with understanding yoga in the real world.
 

Students enjoy a unique opportunity to learn asana with the use of Posture Pro technology. This equipment leads to a rapid absorption of understanding and knowledge of each pose so that without the equipment you know how the body should be positioned in each pose. There is no quicker or more effective way to learn . This detailed knowledge of how the body works in asana produces confidence and skill in teaching and in in your personal practice. This learning is integrated into a flowing practice with grace and mindful attention of detail producing a safe but challenging practice for students of all levels. The universal knowledge acquired can be taken into any style of yoga for the most profound results of the practice.
 

The curriculum includes a thorough understanding of the importance of foundation, biomechanics, healthy eating/nutrition, yoga anatomy, philosophy, class structuring, designing a class that is safe to teach and practice, asana flow sequencing, alignment adjustments, contraindications, pranayama, meditation, chakras, the business of yoga, and ethics.


We utilize two studio rooms each week. The "cave" contains our Posture Pro equipment where we learn foundation, structure, and details of biomechanics and breath. In our larger more open "white" room we utilize the principles learned to teach the postures free form safely and effectively in flow series, and discuss philosophy, meditate, and learn to teach pranayama effectively.


Program Options

At Rising Sun Yoga we offer two approaches to completing the yoga immersion/teacher training, the Express and Leisurely Journeys. The Express Journey runs twice a year and is approximately five months of training. The Leisurely Journey, is completing the program at your own pace and broken up into four segments of training. Students completing either program earn a certificate of completion, and can register with the Yoga Alliance as an RYT-200. A non-certification journey is also available upon request.

The Express Journey - Includes 15 Sunday Sessions From Noon to 8:00PM. Three Weekend Workshops and a Weekend Yoga Retreat, homework, and practicum. The retreat to Song of the Morning in Vanderbilt, MI does not include lodging but runs about ~$110 plus tax and includes meals. Students enjoy the opportunity to take drop-in classes at our studio for no charge during their Express Journey.

The Leisurely Journey - Offers students the opportunity to complete training at their own pace. Students complete home study lessons, practicum, and collect primary instructor contact hours at the classes, workshops, or retreats, of their choice. The leisurely journey can begin at anytime and ends when you complete the requirements for certification. The program is organized into four segments. Each segment students will be able to attend four drop in classes and a weekend workshop or retreat at no extra charge (excluding retreat lodging). The retreat to Song of the Morning in Vanderbilt, MI does not include lodging but runs about ~$110 plus tax and includes meals.

Mentors

You will receive mentoring, instruction, and guidance from a highly trained and qualified staff of instructors at Rising Sun Yoga. The primary facilatator is Jim Pero E-RYT. Jim is one of a couple of yoga instructors in the area that has been trained to teach posture pro yoga. He began practicing in the early 90's and started teaching full time in 2002. Equally passionate with hatha, pranayama, chanting, and meditation, Jim encourages students to explore yoga in all it's varieties to find a practice they resonate with. He teachings focus on the uniqueness of the individual and the importance of listening to your own body to discern what is best for you. His classes reflect his diverse training and are often unpredictable and different. His reverence for the body however keep his practices safe and he encourages students to learn to do the practices correctly. His purpose is to teach and encourage people to be as healthy as possible to prevent obstacles on the path to finding their essence. He encourages people to go green, organic, and to experience Isha Yoga.

Retreat

Towards the later part of the training (generally week 12) we take a mini yoga retreat to Song of the Morning Ranch in Vanderbilt MI. This inexpensive getaway proves to be an incredibly rewarding time of bonding and growth. The positive response we get each retreat proves it a vital and favorite part of the program. Workshops, meditation, yoga classes and a great time to bond with class mates, nature, and your Self.

Required Texts

 
Jim Pero, E-RYT

 

Schedule and Enrollment

Upcoming Class Dates / Times TBA. Please submit your info with our registration form.

You can start the leisurely journey at any time and convert to the Express when appropriate.

Eligibility - Rising Sun Yoga's Teacher Training is open to everyone regardless of experience.

Class Times

The program will include:
15 Sunday Sessions - Noon to 8:00pm
Three Weekend Workshops
  Friday (7-9:30pm)
  Saturday (9am-12pm, 1pm -3pm, 3:30pm-5:30pm)
  Sunday (9am-12pm, 1pm -3pm, 3:30pm-5:30pm )
One Yoga Retreat to Song of the Morning Ranch (lodging not included)
  Friday 5pm - Sunday 2pm

 

Our next Express Journey will begin on February 22, 2009.

Tuition

The Express Journey - $2100 Includes unlimited yoga classes throughout the program, a course pack, three workshops and classes on the retreat. The retreat to Song of the Morning in Vanderbilt, MI does not include lodging but runs about ~$110 plus tax and includes meals. Tuition fee does not include the costs of required or suggested texts. The required books are offered to students at a discounted rate through Rising Sun Yoga. Payment plans are available upon request and approval.

The Leisurely Journey - $525 gets you started into the first segment and the remaining three segments are the same price. Receive your course book and with each segment four drop in classes, one workshop or retreat. The retreat to Song of the Morning in Vanderbilt, MI does not include lodging but runs about ~$110 plus tax and includes meals. Tuition fee does not include the costs of required or suggested texts. The required books are offered to students at a discounted rate through Rising Sun Yoga. Payment plans are available upon request and approval. Payment Plans available upon request and approval.

Non-Certification Price - $1600 This applies to those not wanting a certificate for completion of the training. The non-certification training is less intense and does not require as many contact hours. This is designed for those that aren't interested in teaching yet want to deepen their understanding and practice of yoga.

Scholarships - If you have a financial hardship and feel that you deserve a scholarship for the program email or mail us a letter describing your hardship, why you feel you deserve one, what your ability to pay is, and what you plan to do with the training once completed.

Refunds - All requests for refunds must be received in writing. Tuition is transferable upon approval. Tuition may not be applied to future RSY Teacher Training enrollment unless approved by Rising Sun Yoga. Refunds will be less a $100 processing fee. All requests for refunds must be received seven to ten days before the start of the RSY Teacher Training term to be eligible for a refund less processing fee.

Registration Form

Testimonials

"Rising Sun Yoga Teacher Training gave me the confidence and spiritual foundation to share yoga with others." - Sarah

"Life has a way of bringing you just what you need. Not only did I learn all I need to be a competent yoga teacher, but the teachings of this program helped me through a very difficult time in my life." - Anonymous

"I learned to walk further down the yogic path toward inner peace. Not only did I gain knowledge in anatomy, yoga philosophy and postures, but also learned that I can teach with confidence." - Carrie

"The asana practice on the Posture Pro is a definite plus - proper alignment is everything - the pro helps us to understand and feel proper alignment." - Pam

"I love this school. I have no doubt that this was exactly what I needed in my life for the growth that I have been praying for." - Erin

"Totally intense, cleansing, very understanding, and compassionate student body as well as staff... When I hear of those weekend certification courses and how the quality of teachers from those are very low, I feel confident I am not in that category. This certification feels earned and I feel good about sharing yoga now." - Miranda

"Rising Sun was definitely the right choice for me for a teacher training program. I really admire how open-minded and yet rigorous you guys are. There seems to be so many dogmatics in the yoga world and there's just none of that at this school. I really feel well equipped to teach a wide variety of students. Thank you." - Stephanie

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Rising Sun Yoga
13550 Dix-Toledo Rd.
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 282-9642

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