Teacher Training Schedule
Yoga Teacher Training
Red Stone Yoga offers two methods to obtain professional certification as a yoga instructor. These ‘pathways’ can also be an excellent way for you to significantly develop your personal practice, even if you have no desire to teach.
As a registered Yoga Alliance® school, both pathways fulfill the requirements to obtain the 200-hour Yoga Alliance certification in Power Vinyasa Yoga. Upon successful completion of each course, graduates receive a certificate of graduation, recognized by the Yoga Alliance as meeting the standards for the appropriate certification.
Our first pathway is three separate modules of 60 contact hours each, with the remaining 20 hours completed as homework. This pathway is designed for those who want to obtain their training, progressively, over a period of time. Module I is the foundational course for new instructors. It provides everything a novice yoga instructor needs to begin teaching yoga with skill and confidence. Experienced teachers will gain new knowledge and insight on how to share their yogic wisdom in an enhanced and integrated manner.
Modules II and III build on the lessons of the first, creating a complete training experience.
The second pathway, a 26-day Teacher Training Intensive, provides a complete Yoga Alliance certification in a condensed format.
Teaching Philosophy
The Red Stone Yoga teaching philosophy incorporates a disciplined, hands-on application of the ancient yogic teachings, with the information and guidance to develop the spirit of one’s own voice. Our mission is to contribute to the community of individuals seeking a greater depth in their practice and serenity in their lives, by providing instruction and guidance that focuses on knowledge, practical wisdom and encouragement of self-reflection and awareness.
Open discussions and the pragmatic use of applied techniques are combined with the vast teachings of the ancient Yogis that assists participants in developing their own unique style and voice.
Experiential exercises in all our programs facilitate heightened authenticity, allowing you to approach teaching and life with an essence of vitality, grace, and humor.
Teacher Training Pathway Summaries
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Teacher Training Schedule
Teacher Development I ~ 6-days Power Vinyasa Fundamentals This program is for those desiring a solid foundation in teaching the fundamentals of yoga, or anyone interested in taking their practice to a new level. Upon completion, teachers will possess the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively plan, prepare and conduct Power Vinyasa yoga classes. See the complete description of this module. $700 – price includes the 250-page Red Stone Yoga Teacher Training Manual.
Teacher Development II ~ 6-days Power Vinyasa Practicum Building on the lessons taught in Teacher Development I, this program broadens and deepens the yoga teacher’s skills and knowledge. Pranayama techniques will be explored in greater depth, and the art of sequencing taught in Teacher Development I will be expanded in greater detail. See the complete description of this module. $700 – Red Stone Yoga Teacher Training Manual required.
Teacher Development III ~ 6-days Power Vinyasa Practicum Building on the lessons taught in Teacher Development I, this program broadens and deepens the yoga teacher’s skills and knowledge. Floorwork postures and Backbend variations are covered in detail, with instruction and practice of alignment and assists. The importance of meditation and how to effectively bring it into your teaching; Bandhas; additional anatomy & physiology; the Chakra system, teaching with a spiritual theme, and women’s issues will also be covered. See the complete description of this module. $700 – Red Stone Yoga Teacher Training Manual required.
26-day Teacher Training Intensive Power Vinyasa Certification Whether your goal is to teach yoga, or you desire an in-depth knowledge of the subject, this comprehensive program takes you on a journey into the depths of the yogic arts, the science of teaching and the knowledge of the philosophies and practices that integrate the two. All of the curriculum requirements for the 200-hr Yoga Alliance® Teacher Training certification are covered, including topics such as: The Art of Sequencing; Alignment; Assists; Dynamics of Teaching; The Asanas; Anatomy & Physiology; The Bandhas and more. See the complete description. $2,100 – price includes the 250-page Red Stone Yoga Teacher Training Manual.
10-Weekend Teacher Training Power Vinyasa Certification This program is identical to the 26-day intensive, just conducted on weekends, to accomodate work and life schedules. Typicaly, this program is completed in about 3-months, and involves some extra-curricular classes to be takken and homework assignments. Whether your goal is to teach yoga, or you desire an in-depth knowledge of the subject, this comprehensive program takes you on a journey into the depths of the yogic arts, the science of teaching and the knowledge of the philosophies and practices that integrate the two. All of the curriculum requirements for the 200-hr Yoga Alliance® Teacher Training certification are covered, including topics such as: The Art of Sequencing; Alignment; Assists; Dynamics of Teaching; The Asanas; Anatomy & Physiology; The Bandhas and more. See the complete description. $2,100 – price includes the 250-page Red Stone Yoga Teacher Training Manual.
Testimonials
“Dolly Stavros is not just a yoga teacher, trainer or instructor. She is a walking, talking journey of an authentic soul who speaks through her beautiful voice of wisdom, feels deeply with her nurturing heart and guides you through the light in her eyes. Dolly is not somebody you meet, she is somebody you experience.” Aneela Zakaria, Red Stone Yoga graduate. “… Please know that your sweet and healing touch has been felt, and has been so very, very appreciated. I so admire your spirit and appreciate the way it flows through your work. I know the path to becoming a teacher isn't the easiest … but please know what an enormous impact and sweet impress you've left on those of us lucky enough to have spread our mats out in your classes!” Elaine Nichols, Yogi.
“I just want to say again … THANK YOU for a weekend that I will never forget. I knew this would be an incredible journey and now I am more excited than ever. Thank you for your extra time, knowledge, and willingness to share with us. It is truly an honor to learn this art from someone who holds it deeply in their heart as you so obviously do, Dolly.” Suzanne Diorio, teacher in training.
“It isn't often that someone so special comes into your life that you feel like missing a moment with them might mean missing a moment to truly learn, grow and gain new insight on life. That is how I feel about Dolly Stavros! I think many of us do. Dolly has an amazing talent to guide, heal, love, teach, give and share. This teacher training program is by far one of the best. If you even think you might want to become a teacher, or if you think you want to take your yoga practice to a new, higher level, don't think twice!” Marcia Hoffheins, Owner, Yoga South.
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