Basic Teacher Training
Is it difficult to find a job teaching yoga?
Although we do not guarantee employment, positions are available.
Although we do not guarantee employment, positions are available.
How many students are accepted in the training?
A maximum of 23.
A maximum of 23.
Is Attendance in the weekend retreat mandatory?
Yes.
Yes.
How much time is spent in class practicing asanas?
Sixty-five percent of the time is spent studying and practicing asanas. The remaining time is given to anatomy and yoga philosophy.
Sixty-five percent of the time is spent studying and practicing asanas. The remaining time is given to anatomy and yoga philosophy.
Once you certify, are you automatically invited to teach at IYI?
No. Invitation depends on students’ general performance in the course.
No. Invitation depends on students’ general performance in the course.
Are there any requirements for admission?
Yes, six months of regular yoga practice, preferably Integral Hatha style.
Yes, six months of regular yoga practice, preferably Integral Hatha style.
What is application process?
After submitting an application, deposit and a brief bio, an applicant is contacted for a personal interview.
After submitting an application, deposit and a brief bio, an applicant is contacted for a personal interview.
What are the requirements for certification?
Attendance of all classes; passing of comprehensive written and practical exams; attendance and evaluation of designated Integral Yoga Institute (IYI) classes; mentorship with an active IYI teacher; tuition paid in full.
Attendance of all classes; passing of comprehensive written and practical exams; attendance and evaluation of designated Integral Yoga Institute (IYI) classes; mentorship with an active IYI teacher; tuition paid in full.
How many absences are allowed?
We allow no more than three absences.
We allow no more than three absences.
How experienced are your instructors?
All of the instructors have an average of at least 10 years experience of practicing and teaching yoga.
All of the instructors have an average of at least 10 years experience of practicing and teaching yoga.
