2 Month Self-Paced Certification in Kids Yoga Teacher Training Course
Online Kids Yoga Teacher Training
Swasti Yoga Center believes that it's important for children to learn yoga as a science from an early age like 6-8 years. Just like clay, a child's personality can be shaped and molded with the right guidance and tools. If you're a yoga teacher passionate about changing the lives of children through yoga, they invite you to join their traditional certified kids yoga TTC. You will gain a deeper understanding of the classical texts and practices of yoga, and learn how to teach children effectively in a way that incorporates both fun and traditional teachings. You will also be supporting a greater cause by changing the personality and lifestyle of children with yogic values. Together, make a positive impact on the lives of children and help them develop the skills and habits they need to lead happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives.
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Highlights
- 100-hour online self-paced kids yoga teacher course
- An e-certificate of completion from Swasti Yoga, associated with Indian Yoga Association (IYA) and International Ayurveda Association (IAA)
- Live sessions' timezone: India (GMT+5:30)
- Only 10 hours of 1-on-1 live sessions for doubts clearance, theory, and practical exam
- Live sessions are held over Zoom for orientation, doubt solving, and examination
- Pre recorded sessions will be shared through We Transfer by MD doctors and certified international faculty
- All of the recorded sessions will be provided and can be used lifelong
- Lead trainer is yoga ambassador, auditor, examiner for the Indian government (Ministry of AYUSH)
- Weekly assignment and notes follow up and monthly mock exams
- Being online and self-paced--perfect for working professionals, busy parents, or yoga students who want to learn part-time and on a flexible schedule
- Complimentary lecture series (Global Yoga Festival) on different topics of yoga including yoga philosophy, classical yoga texts, Ayurveda, Yogic food, anatomy, and physiology, etc. (Live)
- Pre and post TTC support from Swasti Yoga Center team
Yoga styles
Program
Pre-application requirements
For admission in the course, it is suggested/ desired that the candidate should be Yoga Protocol Instructor Level 1 YCB certified.
Brief Role Description
Master Trainers in playschools, primary and secondary schools, sports centers. He or she can also act as a coach in various fitness and wellness centers.
Personal Attributes
The job requires individuals to have good communication skills, time management skills, and the ability to understand the body language of the children and students. The job requires an individual to possess key qualities such as self-discipline, confidence, maturity, patience, compassion, active listening, time management, empathy, language proficiency, engaging with students, dedication to teaching, ability to build caring relationships with students, friendliness, and approachability, Independent, credible, analytical skills, etc.
Certifications
Certificate of completion is given by Swasti Yoga, an ISO Certified Yoga Center.
How the training works
The prerecorded sessions are shared over We Transfer and Google drive. There will also be a live Q and A session on zoom with the instructor, Dr. Vikas Chothe.
The self-paced training is from 2 to 3 months. You can start at any time and work at your own pace in your free time and complete the course in 2-3 months.
In short, this program offers affordability, accessibility, convenience, and for a limited time, you have the option of becoming a certified Kids Yoga Teacher without having to step out of your home.
You can complete the course in your free time through recorded videos and all teachers will be connected with you throughout this course and guide you in this beautiful journey of yoga.
Hours distribution:
- Total hours: 200 (Theory: 80 and Practical: 120)
Theory
- Foundation of Kids yoga
- Introduction to yogic techniques for children
- Yoga and personality development
- Applied yoga
Practical
- Demonstration Skills
- Teaching Skills
- Evaluation Skill
- Application of knowledge
- Field Experience
Curriculum
Foundation of Kids yoga
Introduction to yoga and yogic practice
- Yoga: Etymology, definitions, aim, objectives, and misconceptions
- What can you learn from yoga as teachers and students
- Qualities for successful students given as sadhak tattvas, sadhana chatushtaya
- Qualities of an ideal teacher- brahmanishtha, shrotriya, karuna, vinamrata, nishkamabhava, tyaga, bhakti, dharma
- Myths and fallacies about kids' yoga
Guiding principles for Kids yoga
- Principles of yoga
- Application of major schools of yoga (Jnana, Bhakti, Karma, Patanjali, Hatha) in the development of children
- What are karma yoga and karma kanda? Which way?
- Blind follower vs Rational approach?
- Lessons from Kena Upanishad, Parts of Upanishad- Karma kanda and Dnyana kanda
Yoga and Education
- Education: Its meaning, definition and goal, role and importance of education in human excellence
- Yoga in education: Salient features of yoga education, factors of yoga education: Teacher
- Guru- Shishya- Parampara and its importance in yoga education
- Value education: Its meaning and definition, types of values, value-oriented education in personality development
- Contribution of yoga towards the development of values, spiritual growth
- Brahmacharya ashram vs modern schooling - pros and cons
- Role of a yoga teacher in value-oriented education
- Self-study and hard work - part of kriya yoga
- Teaching concepts of yoga through Panchatanra stories
- Picture talk and conversation: Yoga masters- Patanjali, Swami Vivekananda, Aurobindo
- Learning yoga through mythology and culture
Yoga for personality development
- Personality: meaning and types of personality
- Determinants of personality with reference to the psycho-social environment
- Foetal womb education and child personality development
- Blessings, hugging, and body language tools for parents
- Role of yogic practices (asana, pranayama, shatkarma, bandha, mudra, etc.) in health
- Art of children communication - parent’s guidelines
- Role of spirituality and positive attitude in personality development
- Coping with developmental delays and learning disabilities with Kids' yoga
Applied yoga
Introduction to Child Psychology
- Know your child, concept of the human psyche, stages of consciousness, cognitive process: Its meaning and nature
- Definition and nature of behavior, kinds of behavior motivation
- Yogic child behavioral modification strategies
- Child emotions: definition, nature, and physiological changes during emotion
- Role of yoga in mental health. Importance of psychosocial environment for health and wellness
- Neuroscience and Sanskrit effect of mantras on brain development
- Yoga for concentration, memory development, creativity, and intelligence
Yoga for stress and anger management
What is stress?
Yoga as a way of life for stress management in adolescents
- Ahara - healthy food, yogic eating habits
- Vihara - school life balance
- Achara - daily routine, seasonal routine
- Vichara - mental attitude training
- Vyavahara - ethical practices of yama, niyama
Yogic practices for stress management, anger and mood management and handling peer pressure
Practical:
Prayer: concept and recitation to make child noble
- Chanting: A sound (OM) with stomach breaths, vajrasana, dnyan mudra
- U sound (OM) with chest breaths, ardh padmasana, padma mudra
- Chanting: M sound (OM) with collar breaths, siddhasana, chinmay mudra
A-Z / Nature asana: designing and lesson plan for kids' yoga class. Bear walk, Butterfly, Fish, Mountain, Tree and Forest, Dancer pose, Eagle, Doll pose.
Yogic moral values:
- Be honest
- Practice moderation, be content
- Be generous, work hard
Affirmations:
- "I treat others how I like to be treated. I am proud to be unique."
- "I am a great problem solver. I complete my homework on time."
- "I learn from my challenges and can always find ways to overcome them."
- "I make like-minded friends easily and naturally."
Animal voice yoga: Happy and angry Cat, Dog, Crab race
Yoga breathing:
- Breathe awareness, Blowing (whistle blow, party blowers, balloon blowing)
- Bumble bee breathing, Nostril dominance, affirmation breathing with meditation
- Snake breath, airwalk, back-to-back breathing, steam engine breath
Fun yoga knowledge:
- Yoga is not competitive. Yoga teaches self-acceptance
- Namaste: The light in me sees the light in you. Yoga supports positive thoughts
- Yoga encourages healthy habits. Yoga teaches you to stay calm
- Fun asana: From attachment to detachment
- Balancing the dvandwas (dualities of life) for living a successful life
- What is asana? asa- addiction, na-no
Yoga Games:
- Blow painting, birds fly, bridge game
- Ready Steady Calm game, rope walk
- Craft / drawing / play: Guess who?
- Take 5, land and water, Frog race
Yogic diet and table manners:
- "I will eat Sattvic food prepared by my mother at home. Before eating I will thank my mother"
- "I will eat only when I am hungry. I like to eat fruits and vegetables"
- "I will never waste food on my plate and take only as much as I want"
Science and Yoga talk:
- Balloon game 1- Yoga makes your lungs strong
- Yoga improves your memory and focus
- Yoga builds your immune system and helps fighting diseases
- Mind control, the science of self-control / asana, calmness of mind, the balance of life / Hatha yoga, skillfulness in work, life management skill
Other information
Working as a kids yoga teacher requires an individual to have good communication skills, time management skills, and the ability to understand the body language of the children and students. The job requires individual to possess key qualities such as self-discipline, confidence, maturity, patience, compassion, active listening, time management, empathy, language proficiency, being able to engage with students, dedication to teaching, ability to build caring relationships with students, friendliness and approachability, independence, credibility, analytical skills, etc.
Course Level
Please note this is a Master’s/graduate level course. An estimated 10 hours of study time per week, though the exact amount of time will depend on your background and proficiency with yoga.
Suggested readings
Swasti Yoga Center recommends going through the online reading material provided to you during the course. Enjoy and wishing you all a wonderful learning journey!
Short-term yoga benefits:
- Improves physical health by increasing flexibility, strength, and balance
- Helps children develop better focus and concentration
- Reduces stress and anxiety levels
- Enhances self-awareness and self-esteem
- Promotes relaxation and better sleep patterns
Long-term benefits:
- Helps children develop healthy habits and coping mechanisms that they can carry into adulthood
- Improves overall physical health and reduces the risk of chronic conditions such as obesity, heart disease, and diabetes
- Develops emotional regulation skills and increases resilience
- Enhances social skills, including empathy and cooperation
- Promotes a deeper connection with oneself and others, leading to a more fulfilling life
Why Swasti Yoga Center?
As a yoga teacher, it is crucial to understand the importance of teaching traditional yoga to children. While children are faced with numerous distractions and stressors, yoga can help them develop emotional regulation skills, improve their concentration, and strengthen their bodies. However, there are some challenges to teaching yoga to children that need to be addressed.
One major issue is that some yoga teachers may not have the necessary training or understanding of the traditional yoga practices and principles. Instead of teaching children the authentic techniques of yoga, some instructors may simply incorporate yoga-themed games or activities, which may not provide the same benefits as traditional yoga.
It is crucial that teachers have a deep understanding of the classical texts such as the Patanjal Yogasutra and the Hatha Yoga Pradipika, as well as the philosophy and lifestyle of yoga, in order to teach children effectively.
Another issue is that some children may view yoga as just another form of exercise, rather than a holistic practice that encompasses physical, mental, and spiritual health. It is important to help children understand the deeper aspects of yoga and how it can benefit them in all areas of their lives.
To address these issues, it is important for yoga teachers to be well-trained in traditional yoga practices and to have a thorough understanding of the philosophy and lifestyle of yoga. By doing so, they can imbibe the yogic qualities and lifestyle through fun ways, and help children develop a love for yoga and a deeper appreciation for its many benefits.
About Swasti Yoga Center
Swasti Yoga Centre is an ISO 9001:2015 certified yoga canter under Ministry of AYUSH (Govt. of India) for quality education, training, therapy, and research in yoga. They are accredited by Yoga Certification Board (YCB) and an associate center of Indian Yoga Association (IYA)
- 8-plus years of experience
- 35-plus countries students
- 3000-plus instructors certified
- 10000-plus students taught
Swasti Yoga Center team of experienced educators, MD doctors and yoga professionals will guide you through the course and help develop the yogic skills and knowledge of developmental milestones necessary to become a confident and knowledgeable kids yoga teacher.
Instructors
Dr Vikas Chothe
Swasti’s founder, Dr. Vikas Chothe, holds an MD, PhD in Ayurvedic medicine and works as yoga teacher and consultant. He has worked as a yoga ambassador for Indian government and invited as guest speaker by Indian Embassy in Armenia, Austria, and Malaysia. He has been working as a lead examiner for yoga certification board (YCB), AYUSH Ministry and has conducted exams for more than 3,000 students to date and visited the USA, Cambodia, China, UAE, France, Italy for promotion of Yoga and Ayurveda. He is also a yoga school auditor and assessment expert for the Yoga Certification Board.
Dr Shwetambari Chothe
Dr. Shwetambari Chothe is a certified yoga teacher by the government of India, consulting homeopath, assistant professor in LMF Homoeopathic Medical College, Pune, and co-founder of Swasti Yoga Center. Since childhood, she had a keen interest in yoga and Indian culture. She is a great chef with Ayurveda healthy cooking as her specialty. Qualifications: MD Homoeopath, Anatomy and Physiology expert, yoga teacher, and practitioner for six years.
Retreat location
This teacher training is held online. Swasti Yoga is located in Pune, Maharashtra, India (GMT+5:30), and they will live-stream yoga classes via Zoom which you can participate from the comfort of your home.
What's included
- 10 hours of 1-on-1 live sessions for doubts clearance and theory and practical exam
- Step by step tutorials that will teach you how to integrate yoga in personality development of kids
- Certification from Swasti Yoga associated with Indian Yoga Association (IYA)
- Bonus courses and e-books
- Q and A session with Dr. Vikas Chothe
- 100 hours blueprints
- Downloadable course material, videos, and mp3
What's not included
- Accommodations
- Meals
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 100% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
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