Teacher Training Program
January 2011 – November 2012

This teacher training will prepare students to teach the poses listed on the Introductory I and II syllabi of B.K.S. Iyengar. It will provide a deeper understanding of the Iyengar method, enhance your teaching skills and deepen your home practice. This is a 200-hour teacher training program that is a Yoga Alliance Registered School (RYS-200). This is not a certification program for Iyengar Yoga. Only the Iyengar Yoga National Association of the United States (iynaus.org) certifies Iyengar Yoga teachers. Those completing this program who are interested in being a certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher will need to apply for certification assessments with IYNAUS. Others, may register with The Yoga Alliance as a RYT (Registered Yoga Teacher) in hatha yoga.

Asana Practice & Group Discussions

Learning will be achieved through asana practice, class assignments and group discussions based on written homework and reading assignments. Asana and pranayama classes will be taught each weekend to improve your own practice of the poses. Opportunities to teach each other and learn to teach from each other will be part of every weekend.

Reading & Homework

Required texts include:

• Light on Yoga by B.K.S. Iyengar
• The Tree of Yoga by B.K.S. Iyengar
• Light on Pranayama by B.K.S. Iyengar
• Light on the Yoga Sutras by B.K.S. Iyengar
• The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by Edwin F. Bryant
• Yoga in Action: Preliminary Course by Geeta Iyengar
• A Yoga and Anatomy book
• Yoga: A Gem for Women by Geeta Iyengar

Homework assignments will include reading and written assignments carefully crafted to further your understanding of the Iyengar system and yoga philosophy. Homework assignments will be sent by email. Written assignments must be typed and handed in as hard copy.

The Training Schedule

Weekend trainings

The program consists of fourteen weekends of training within two years. The 2011 dates are:

• January 22 – 23
• February 12 – 13
• March 12 – 13
• April 16 – 17
• May 14 – 15
• October 8- 9
• November 5 – 6

We will meet as follows:

• Saturdays, 10 am – 6 pm
• Sundays, 9 am – 1 pm

The 2012 dates are:

• January 7 – 8
• February 11 – 12
• March 10 – 11
• April 21 – 22
• September 15 – 16
• October 13- 14
• November 10 – 11

Requirements

Who may attend

You and your fellow students will include those who

• have studied with an Iyengar teacher for a least two years or have permission from Janice.
• are interested in delving more deeply into the Iyengar method.
• are willing to commit to the full two-year program of instruction.
• maintain a regular practice of the eight limbs of yoga.
• take a weekly class with a certified Iyengar teacher or Iyengar-trained teacher if geographically possible.

About the instructor

Janice Vien, RN, E-RYT

Janice Vien, RN, E-RYT has been practicing yoga since 1982 and teaching since 1989. She has an Iyengar Junior Intermediate 3 Teaching Credential. She brings years of dedicated practice to her teaching along with knowledge of the body gained from her background in nursing and massage therapy. She has assisted her teacher, Patricia Walden, in many workshops and the Yogamala’s teacher training program. Janice’s teachings will be guided by Patricia Walden. She has been the mentoring teacher for all the other certified teachers in NH and VT, helping them attain their certifications.

Jill Johnson will be an assistant teacher at times. Jill (visit ahayoga.com) is a Intermediate Junior 1 certified Iyengar teacher and a physical therapist. She is a dedicated Iyengar Yoga practitioner and teacher with enthusiasm for yoga that is inspirational!

Student testimonials

I cannot say enough good things about this (Janice’s) teacher training program. The material was well-conceived and comprehensive, and Janice organized our time together well. The limited class size allowed for ample teaching practice opportunities, meaningful discussions, and the building of a real yoga community. Janice is a true professional as well as a lovely person to study with. — Cindy Berliner, Class of 07-09, Freeport, Maine

I jokingly referred to TT as barefoot boot camp. Yes, it was challenging (and yes, we were barefoot) but I can’t say enough how amazing it was. I loved the focus, the immersion and the incredible amount of information and skills I came away with. Janice is an incredible teacher —knowledgeable, fun, supportive and kind. I am forever changed, and grateful, for the experience. — Steph Salmon, Class of 07-09, Burlington, Vermont

When I moved to Vermont and needed to find a teacher to help mentor me for assessment Patrica Walden recommended Janice Vien. Janice’s current knowledge of the Iyengar method and clear and precise instructions gave me the foundation I needed, her calm nature and nurturing support make studying with Janice such a positive experience. — Leigh Milne

Registration

Registration is now open.

To register, download and complete this registration form. The cost of the two-year training program is $3,000. Payments will be divided over the two years as follows:

• Due January 2011 $725
• Due October 2011 $725
• Due January 2012 $725
• Due September 2012 $725

No refunds will be issued for missed sessions.