Who is this training for?

• Certified Yoga Teachers looking to expand their practice and integrate teen-focused yoga.
• Aspiring Instructors seeking to launch a career teaching yoga to teenagers.
• Professionals (therapists, educators, coaches) wanting to incorporate mindful movement into their work.
• Parents & Caregivers eager to introduce yoga and well-being practices into their home environment.

This Advanced Yoga4Teen Teacher Training is open to qualified yoga teachers and those who have completed Module 1 & 2 of the Children’s Yoga Foundation Training. Participants must have a strong foundation in yoga and be in good health and stable personal circumstances to fully engage with the depth of this programme.

Module 1

Introduction to Yoga for Teens

Overview of Yoga and its Benefits for Teens:

• Importance of yoga for emotional, mental, and physical well-being.
• The impact of yoga on stress, anxiety, and hormonal changes in adolescence.

Understanding Adolescence:

• Physiological and psychological changes in teens.
• Role of yoga in supporting the teen developmental phase.

Module 2

The 8 Limbs of Yoga

Yamas (Social Codes) and Niyamas (Personal Codes):

• Detailed study of the Yamas and Niyamas and their application in teen life.
• Practical exercises for teens to embody these ethical guidelines.

Asanas (Yoga Postures):

• Introduction to key yoga postures and their benefits for teens.
• Understanding alignment and posture for teen bodies.

Module 3

The Science of Breathing and Stress Regulation

In-depth Study of Pranayama Techniques:

• Breathing exercises tailored to manage exam stress and daily anxiety.
• Techniques such as Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing) and Ujjayi Pranayama.

Swara Yoga:

• The study of the breath and its connection to energy flow in the body.
• Identifying the dominant nostril and how it relates to mental and physical states.

Module 5

Anatomy and Physiology for Teens

Understanding the Teen Body:

• The growth and development of teen bodies and how it affects flexibility, strength, and posture.
• Anatomical and physiological principles applied to yoga asanas for proper alignment and injury prevention.
• Focus on key areas such as spine, hips, shoulders, and knees.

Module 6

Tools for Meditation and Mindfulness

Meditation Techniques:

• Introduction to various meditation practices such as Yoga Nidra, Tratak (concentration practice), and Mala (mantra beads).
• Understanding the role of Mantra and its effects on calming the mind.

Applying Yoga Nidra for Teens:

• Benefits of Yoga Nidra for relaxation, self-regulation, and sleep.
• Guided Yoga Nidra sessions focused on emotional well-being and stress relief.

Module 7

Mudras and Tattwas

Mudras (Hand Gestures):

• Study of different Mudras and their psycho-physiological effects.
• Practical exercises incorporating Mudras for emotional balance and grounding.

Tattwas (Elements and Energies):

• Introduction to the five elements (Earth, Water, Fire, Air, Ether) and their role in emotional and physical health.
• Applying Tattwas to understand both the internal and external environment of teens and how to use yoga to maintain balance.

Module 9

Building Curricula for Teens

Creating Yoga Classes for Teens:

• Structuring dynamic, engaging, and accessible yoga sessions for teens.
• Incorporating journaling, life skills, mentorship, and finding joy into yoga classes.

Promoting Self-Awareness and Personal Growth:

• Exercises to help teens build resilience and confidence through yoga.
• Teaching gratitude, self-compassion, and mindfulness.

Partner Postures and Fun Activities:

• Introduction to partner yoga for teens to promote collaboration and trust-building.

Module 10

Advanced Techniques for Resilience and Positive Vibration

Building Resilience with Yoga:

• Techniques for using yoga to develop mental toughness, patience, and resilience in teens.

Raising the Personal Vibration of Teens:

• Exercises to promote a positive and higher vibration through movement, breath, and intention.

Teaching Gratitude and Positive Self-Image:

• Methods for cultivating a positive mindset, gratitude, and self-love.

Module 11

Final Integration and Teaching Practice

Final Practical Teaching:

• Students create and teach their own teen yoga class, applying the techniques learned throughout the course.

Feedback and Reflection:

• In-depth feedback session on teaching practice, areas for growth, and future development as a teen yoga instructor.

Course Wrap-up and Certification:

• Review of key learning points and certification as a Yoga Teacher for Teens.