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Half-Day Yoga Workshops - Exeter
BWY Foundation Course – Plymouth
aYs Foundation Course – Oxfordshire
BWY Teaching Diploma – Plymouth
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HALF-DAY YOGA WORKSHOPS

Saturday 26th June - Summer Fruits

This morning is part of the "Breathing the Seasons" themed series of half-day-workshops.
Although part of a series of workshops these are “stand-alone” sessions, so do consider coming along even if is only to celebrate the summer.

See below for details

Saturday 2nd October – An Autumn Harvest

This morning is part of the "Breathing the Seasons" themed series of half-day-workshops.
Although part of a series of workshops these are “stand-alone” sessions, so do consider coming along even if is only to sigh over the autumn colours.

See below for details

Saturday 27th November – Exploring Paradox in Practice

This morning session will explore what it means to be both alert and steady, but also light and comfortable, while practicing Yoga. How is it possible to be both grounded and light in posture and pranayama?

See below for details

Half-Day Workshop Information

A keen interest in Yoga and some experience of Yoga is essential (but you don't need to be an expert).
The emphasis of these mornings is on exploring a yoga practice in a little more depth, but in a very informal and light hearted way. You will not need to take notes, unless you wish to, a copy of the lesson plan will be provided for you as a handout, but you will need a yoga mat and a sense of humour.
Refreshments are included.

Time : Arrivals from 9.30 am for a 10am Start, & finishing at 1pm

Venue : Sylvania Community Hall, adjacent to the junction between Stoke Hill and Collins Road.
http://www.sylvaniahall.co.uk

Cost : Individual Workshops are £15 each or you can book for two at £25.

Tea and biscuits supplied.

 

BWY - FOUNDATION COURSE (British Wheel of Yoga)

LEVEL 1
Plymouth
October 2010 - March 2011

Who is this course for?

This course is for students with a minimum of two years experience of yoga from any background or tradition. This course is suitable for students wishing to continue on to teacher training or for those wishing to deepen their personal practice.

You will need a commitment to personal practice.

In addition to the core syllabus this course will emphasise the use and importance of the breath during practice, simple home practice planning skills and the relevance of Patanjali's Yoga Sutra.

A certificate will be awarded on completion of this course.
A certificate is reliant upon a minimum attendance rate of 80%.

You must be a member of the British Wheel of Yoga before starting this course. The easiest way to join is online via www.bwy.org.uk or ask me for an application form.

Venue

Tothill Community Centre, Knighton Road, Plymouth, Devon

Dates & Timings

Ten Sundays - Arrivals are from 9am.

Starting at 9.30am. Finishing at 4.30pm.

Probable dates - to be confirmed.

  1. 3rd October 2010
  2. 24th October
  3. 14th November
  4. 12th December
  5. 9th January 2011
  6. 30th January
  7. 13th February
  8. 27th February
  9. 13th March
  10. 27th March

Application form

Download an application form by clicking here.

Equipment

You will need to bring a yoga mat and a block if you need one (I do carry some blocks with me). Please bring a pen and paper with you, a course file will be provided.

Please bring a packed lunch. Beverages will be available.

Cost

The cost of this course is £400. Plus a £45 registration fee payable to the BWY. A non-refundable deposit of £160 is required before the course starts and this will be set against the last four meetings. All meetings must be paid for even if not attended.

Cheques should made payable to Jane Harris and should be sent to GFF, 47 Polsloe Rd, Exeter EX1 2DS with a completed application form.

 

 

aYs Foundation Course - Oxfordshire


Who is this course for?

This course is for students with a minimum of two years experience of yoga from any background or tradition. It is suitable for students wishing to continue on to teacher training (either with the aYs or with the BWY) and for those wishing to deepen their personal practice without any intention of teaching in the future.
You will need a commitment to personal practice.

This course emphasises the use and importance of the breath during practice, simple home practice planning skills and the relevance of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra.

A certificate will be awarded on completion of this course.
A certificate is reliant upon a minimum attendance rate of 80%.

You must be a member of the Association of Yoga Studies before starting this course. To join download and application form from ays.org.uk

Venue: To be confirmed

Dates & Timings

Ten Saturdays – Arrivals are from 9.30am.
Starting at 10 am. Finishing at 5 pm.

Equipment

You will need to bring a yoga mat and writing materials, a course file will be provided.
This course has only one set book - “The Heart of Yoga” by TKV Desikachar. You may also choose to purchase a copy of Swami Satchidananda’s commentary on Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras.

Beverages will be available throughout the day.

Cost

The cost of this course is £400. Plus a £15 membership of aYs. A non-refundable deposit of £160 is required before the course starts and this will be set against the last four meetings. All meetings must be paid for even if not attended.

Cheques should made payable to Jane Harris and should be sent to GFF, 47 Polsloe Rd, Exeter EX1 2DS with a completed application form.

 

BWY Teaching Diploma - Plymouth


Who is this course for?

This course is for students with a minimum of two years experience of yoga from any background or tradition. Preference will be given to applicants who have completed a BWY or similar Foundation Course. You will need a commitment to the study and personal practice of Yoga, and a real desire to teach. It is estimated that you will need to set aside a half-day a week for home study. This is in addition to regular attendance at a suitable yoga class and any class teaching that you undertake later in the course.

A BWY Teaching Diploma will be awarded on completion of this course.
A certificate is reliant upon a minimum attendance rate of 80%.

You must be a member of the British Wheel of Yoga before starting this course and maintain your membership throughout.. The easiest way to join is online via http://www.bwy.org.uk or ask me for an application form.

Venue: Tothill Community Centre, Knighton Road, St Judes, Plymouth PL4 9DA.
This is a warm and comfortable venue with plentiful parking and good disabled facilities.

Dates & Timings

14 Saturdays per year for just over three years – Arrivals are from 9am.
Starting at 9.30am. Finishing at 5pm.

Dates for first year.

  1. One Introductory Day (compulsory) Saturday 2nd April 2011
  2. 7th May
  3. 2nd June
  4. 25th June
  5. 16th July
  6. 17th September
  7. 6th October
  8. 22nd October
  9. 19th November
  10. 10th December
  11. 7th January 2012
  12. 11th February
  13. 3rd March
  14. 24th March
  15. 21st April

Equipment

On course days you will need to bring a yoga mat and a block if you need one (I do carry some blocks with me). Please bring writing materials, a large ring binder is essential. A book list is attached.
This course has only one set book - “The Heart of Yoga” by TKV Desikachar. You may also choose to purchase a copy of Swami Satchidananda’s commentary on Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras.

Please bring a packed lunch. Beverages will be available.

Cost

The total cost of this course is £3282. A non-refundable deposit of £480 is required before the course starts and this will be set against the last eight to nine meetings. All meetings must be paid for even if not attended.
Payment can be by cheque at each meeting or the cost can be spread more evenly by paying weekly/monthly via standing order.

Cheques should made payable to Jane Harris and should be sent to GFF, 47 Polsloe Rd, Exeter EX1 2DS with a completed application form.

Application form

 Click here to download an Application Form and Booklist for the course.

 

About the tutor

Jane HarrisJane is a qualified yoga teacher and was awarded a teaching diploma by the British Wheel of Yoga in 2001.
In addition, she has studied with Paul Harvey, for six years; completing the four year yoga teaching and therapy course with Paul for the Association of Yoga Studies (formerly Viniyoga Britain) in 2006 as well as two years Further Study completing Paul’s cYs Post Graduate Training in 2008.
Jane is currently a Diploma Course Tutor for the BWY, a senior teacher with the aYs, and she runs Foundation Level Training and In-Service-Training days for the BWY and aYs.

 

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