Overview

Thank you for your interest in our Iyengar Yoga mentoring series.  This series and course of study is designed to do the following:

• Refine your asana practice so that your teaching comes from your experience

• Further your understanding of how to modify poses for common ailments and common needs such as pregnancy and menstruating students

• Learning how to integrate students of various skill levels and abilities into your teaching so that the entire class is attended to and challenged

• Continuing to refine practical teaching skills to make you a clear, confident and effective teacher

• Expand your understanding of yoga philosophy through the study of classical yoga texts and Mr. Iyengar’s writings so it becomes an organic part of your life and teaching

Education and Mentorship

This individual weekend series is designed for candidates that have studied the Introductory Syllabi and are working with the postures on the Level 2 and Level 3 Syllabus.  Students that are preparing for assessment are highly encouraged to continue their work with their recommending teacher and to utilize this training as a compliment to their existing studies.   

Instruction

Taught by Intermediate Senior I certified teacher (Level 3) Aretha Blevins, the Iyengar Yoga mentoring series of study for Level 2 and 3 is a wonderful opportunity to refine and advance your skills as a teacher to help make you a clear confident and effective teacher.   

Aretha is happy to serve the Iyengar community in her region, offering Level 2 and 3 mentoring for certification. Aretha has assisted Jan Campbell's teacher training for many years and assisted Patricia Walden's two year teacher training program in Cambridge, MA. Aretha has been practicing Iyengar yoga for two almost three decades, travelling to India and pursuing training with the most senior teachers in the Iyengar method. 

Admission/Attendance

This application is open to Level 1 and 2 certified Iyengar Yoga teachers.  Please fill out the form below to inform Aretha about your background of study.

For any questions, please contact Aretha.

Teacher Training Details and Requirements

• Dates for 2024: Saturdays January 27, February 24, March 23, April 27, May 25, Aug. 24, Sept. 28 (8 sessions total) ($60 for each session)

• The in person study sessions will meet on Saturdays from 1-4pm beforehand teachers have the option to attend the regular Saturday 9-11am. Each session will have a set asana focus. There may be additional Friday night classes available with dates TBA.

• Required: Students must have three continuous, current years of study with an Iyengar yoga teacher to enter our mentoring program and/or be certified at Level 1

• Requirements: Students must currently be studying* with an Iyengar yoga teacher.

New Student? Please complete the form below

If you have not yet received approval from Aretha to join, in addition to your application below, all interested students are requested to send a letter from your current Iyengar Yoga teacher recommending you for the program. Please email that letter of recommendation within 24-hours of filling out your form.

Enroll

If you're currently a student with Aretha and have received permission to sign up for the class, you may enroll and pay using the link below. 

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