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20 hour Kids Yoga Teacher Certification Training, 4/5 & 4/12 in Monterey!

Kids Yoga Training(K.Y.T)


Date and Time: April 5th & April 12th, 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Cost: $375, EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: $350 if you enroll 30-days in advance
(visit http://www.stretchplayyoga.com/#!about1/c1mha for promo info)
Location: Monterey Yoga Shala, 535 Foam Street, Suite 103, Monterey, CA 93940 

Course description:
This 20-hour training includes 12-hour in class interactive and dynamic training will teach you to successfully design, create, and facilitate children's yoga classes that can be incorporated into a classroom, home or therapeutic practice. The training continues outside the classroom with 8-hours practicum, homework and access to online training tutorials. This experiential training is specifically designed for yoga instructors, teachers, parents, caregivers, therapists and other individuals who are interested in working with preschool to middle school aged children.

Course objectives:
You will leave this course with the ability to design and teach yoga in a classroom or private setting for preschool through middle school aged children in a positive, meaningful, and developmentally appropriate way with the use of art, music, props and literature. You will also have the tools to effectively deliver and manage a classroom in an ethical manner. 

Prerequisites:
Yoga Alliance certification is not required, but personal experience with yoga, along with an interest in working with, and enriching the lives of children, is a plus.

Materials needed:
We provide yoga mats for all students to use during class, however, you are welcome to bring your own mat. Please dress comfortably and bring a water bottle and snacks each day.

You will leave with:
> A complete library of warm-ups; individual, partner and group poses; games; breathing techniques and relaxation exercises for children
> Tips for working with special needs children
> Effective classroom management techniques
> Sample classes for various age groups
> Eligibility to join the stretch.play.yoga team and gain further training as a certified s.p.y Educator

TO REGISTER:
Go to: http://www.stretchplayyoga.com/#!about1/c1mha
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