Navakaraṇa Vinyāsa Hṛdayam
Navakaraṇa Vinyāsa Hṛdayam (lit. the essentials of Navakaraṇa Vinyāsa) focuses on how to practice and teach a collection of 12 series named Navakaraṇa Vinyāsa Mālā. The syllabus is structured in 4 distinct modules. Each module of 108 hours consists in a in-depth study, practice and teaching skills of three series. The full syllabus of 12 series is covered in 4 modules (432 hours).
Navakaraṇa Vinyāsa Mālā (lit. a collection of Navakaraṇa compositions) consists of 30 sequences (krama) arranged into 12 series. The sequences (krama) include compositions of movements and postures given in progression, thereby allowing practitioners to personalise the practice according to their own levels. Every sequence works integrally and holistically on the physical, praṇic and mental level but with a specific anatomical focus and character which varies in every sequences.
Syllabus
Theories:
- Sanskrit phonetic and terminology
- viniyoga and karaṇa
- nine primary units of movements (nava-karaṇa)
- nine types of composition (nava-vinyāsa)
- essentials on how to create pre-sequences (upakrama) and sequences (krama)
- distribution (vibhāga) and frame (tanu) of a sequence (krama)
- essentials of Navakaraṇa methodology and teaching skills (śikṣā paddhati)
Practical:
- in-depth study and practice of three series (nine sequences)* per each module
- alignment, adjustments and assisted stretch
- teaching practice
Requirements
Students who are interested in participating should bear in mind that this will be a physically and emotionally demanding programme. It will require a strong commitment and personal sacrifice, as well as the support of the student’s primary social network. The programme is open to a limited numbers of students (upon teacher’s approval) to ensure adequate space for the practice, care and personal attention to the individual. No drop-in will be allowed in order to create a private and safe learning environment for those who are seriously committed.
Etiquette
· be humble, kind, respectful, disciplined, committed, perseverant and coachable
· class starts punctually, no entry after class commences. Participants must reach class 15 minutes before class starts to prepare themselves for practice and they must leave upon its conclusion. If the participants can’t be punctual because of transportation or work schedule restrictions, they must provide evidence and request special permission from the teacher.
· mobile devices are not allowed in class
· discipline is part of the training and it is at the teacher’s discretion to discontinue participants from the programme in the event of misconduct, unjustified absence, negligence, poor commitment, etc.
Certificate
Participants will be accredited with a Pure Yoga Certificate and Acknowledgement from the Teacher.
Class requirements
· A pen
· A notebook
· Manual
· Personal yoga mat (optional)
· Two small towels (provided by the studio)
Note: Studio will provide storage space for your personal mat for the duration of the Teacher Training Programme. Please note the Studio and its staff are not responsible for any damage or loss of your personal belongings.
Note
If you have any health issues, injuries, or are pregnant, you must consult your doctor for medical advice and inform the teacher about your condition at the time programme application.
This training programme will be conducted in English with live interpretation / translation.