Past Tense 200Hr YTT

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Past Tense 200-Hour Teacher Training

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The Past Tense 200-Hr Teacher Training, led by Amy Rizzotto (ERYT-500) and Ellie Conrad (ERYT-400 and LMT) will guide participants to find their unique voice as a Yoga instructor while cultivating a deeply thoughtful relationship with Yoga in its many forms. Together, and with the support of the Past Tense teacher training team, we will explore anatomy through the lens of asana, functional movement and mobility, pranayama and the bandhas, meditation, and Yoga philosophy in relation to social justice.

 FAQs

  • History + Philosophy. Gain a deeper understanding of the history of Yoga and Yoga philosophy incorporating historical and contemporary Yogic texts into the curriculum for a deeper understanding of our modern connection to an ancient practice.

    The Art of Teaching Yoga. Discover the “building blocks” and then learn to dismantle the rules for sequencing a creative, intelligent Yoga class. This program will dive deeply into the study of anatomy and biomechanics as well as functional movement practices and mobility theories to explore the asana practice. Additionally, we will take a look at the subtle practices of Yoga including, but not limited to, pranayama, meditation, and the bandhas.

    The Role of the Teacher. Throughout the course of this program, participants will be asked to hold space for themselves and their peers. We uncover and unpack ethical considerations for Yoga teachers, public speaking as a way to clearly and effectively engage with students, and common business practices for independent Yoga instructors in a live and virtual context.

    Yoga for Liberation. This program aims to engage in conversation about the decolonization of Yoga as well as our relationship and commitment to social justice in today’s political and social landscape.

    Please note: Much of this course will be hands-on and experiential with many hours right off the bat dedicated to practice teaching.

  • 2025 Training Dates TBD

  • $3300 Full Tuition. Pays for you, the faculty and supports others. Includes your YTT manual. Only 12 spots available.

    Early Bird: Sign up before July 31 and save $300 ($3000 Early Bird Full Tuition).

    One Scholarship Spot Available: contact info@pasttensestudio.com if you would like to apply. Includes your YTT manual and an unlimited membership to Past Tense for the duration of the teacher training.

    Please note, the above pricing does not reflect DC Sales Tax of 6%, which will be processed separately as a final payment.

    A payment plan is available upon request. Your full tuition must be paid in full by October 1, 2023.

    Required and suggested texts are not included in the price of training. Membership to Past Tense is not required, but suggested. A discounted pass or membership is available to all trainees.

  • Sign up via Past Tense Yoga Studio. Here