Yoga Teacher Mentorship
This 100 HR program is meticulously designed to nurture and empower new and seasoned yoga teachers looking to improve their skills, techniques and understanding of the traditions. Through our time together you’ll blossom into a confident, skilled, and effective teacher.
This training qualifies as Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Program with certificates for up to 100 hours.
"Find your passion and teach from a place of authenticity"
So many individuals take well designed yoga teacher trainings, which oftentimes are packed full of both people and information. One-on-one guidance can be lost, and it’s hard to find your teaching voice when this happens. Spending quality time with a senior yoga teacher can help you focus on the direction you want to grow in, and what steps are needed to get there.
This 100-hour Yoga Teacher Mentorship program is a specialized offering crafted by Darci Nyal, E-RYT 500, a seasoned former studio owner with a wealth of experience in training and mentoring junior yoga teachers. We will delve into public speaking, class preparation, teaching feedback, finding our voice, and more…
Course Structure
Tailored for yoga teachers anywhere along their journey, this mentorship program provides a dedicated focus to teachers who want to refine their skills, techniques and knowledge.
Yoga Alliance Continued Education Provider
Darci Nyal, E-RYT 500, holds a YACEP designation with Yoga Alliance which means at the end of the program, you’ll receive a certificate that can be used to continuing education requirements.
7
MODULES
14
TOPICS COVERED
20
1:1 SESSIONS
80
HRS HOMEWORK
7
MODULES
14
TOPICS COVERED
20
1:1 SESSIONS
80
HRS HOMEWORK
Introduction to Mentorship Program & Setting Intentions (1 session):
- Establishing mentor-mentee expectations
- Defining personal teaching goals – Finding what you are passionate about and teaching to that
Yoga Philosophy & You (2 sessions):
- Teaching comes second to your personal practice and growth as a person
- Exploring the Eight Limbs of Yoga
- Teaching with integrity and ethical considerations
- Remaining authentic outside of yoga, at the studio, as a student and as a teacher
Functional Anatomy & Body Mechanics (2 sessions):
- Understanding how the body moves in space – biomechanics
- Using descriptive language with cuing so that the body moves in the way you instruct it to
- Building up cues so that the body remembers previous instructions before you add new ones
Modifications & Adjustments (1 session):
- How to teach options in postures so that everyone feels successful
- Hands-on adjustments and verbal cues
- Trauma Sensitivity
Creating Balanced Sequences (2 sessions):
- Understanding how sequences are built – sequence wireframes
- Breaking down existing sequences to understand their structure
- Building new sequences for peak or full spectrum classes
Teaching Bodies not postures (1 session):
- The 3 Archetypes
- Active Language
- Showing & not telling
- Using the breath as a metronome
Honing Your Authentic Voice (1 session):
- Teaching is really just public speaking
- Finding your teaching voice
Class Themes and Story Telling (2 sessions):
- Journalling & Reading
- Extracting themes from every day events
- Planning themes
- Learning to be a story teller
Teaching Practicum & Feedback (4 sessions):
- Leading practice sessions with self guided and mentor feedback
- Boundaries around receiving and giving constructive feedback
Ethics of Yoga (1 session):
- Setting Boundaries
- Power Dynamics
- Understanding what matters to you as a teacher
- Review of the 11 ethical principals of a yoga teacher
Cultivating Self-Care Practices (1 session):
- Yoga for self-care and stress management
- Balancing teaching with personal well-being
Business of Yoga & Continuing Education (1 session):
- Marketing oneself as a teacher
- Exploring further training and education opportunities
- Waivers, marketing & building your own business
Reflecting on the Journey (1 session):
- Integration of learning and growth – Essay component
- Preparing for teaching independently
Graduation Ceremony & Celebration
Reach Out for a Free Consultation
Send me an email and we’ll find some time that works best for your schedule
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely not. I’ve had the privilege of mentoring teachers with a broad spectrum of experience, ranging from those who’ve been teaching for a decade to others who’ve recently completed their first teacher training.
Absolutely, without a doubt. At our initial meeting, we’ll delve into the mentorship expectations. Additionally, we’ll take the time to review and discuss any goals you may have in mind, providing the foundation for a truly authentic experience that is tailored specifically to your unique needs.
With every 3-4 hours of self study there is 1 hour of face-to-face mentorship support.
Absolutely, if you prefer to receive support on an as-needed basis, you’re welcome to purchase a Yoga Teacher Mentorship – 1 hour session. Following that, you can proceed to book a session with Darci at your convenience.
In the event that you find yourself dissatisfied with the program, I am committed to providing a partial refund within the initial 30 days following your registration. However, please note that beyond this period, refunds will not be available. If you have any queries or uncertainties about the program’s suitability for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me directly before proceeding with the sign-up process.
Comprising 7 comprehensive modules, encompassing a total of 30 discussion topics, this program is designed for a duration of either 6 months with weekly meetings, or a more extended 12-month timeline with bi-weekly sessions. The frequency of mentor sessions is tailored to accommodate the teachers’ availability for self-study. Generally, each section of a module involves about 3-4 hours of dedicated self-study work.