3rd to 14th October 2011 &

14th to 25th November 2011

Dive into your yoga practice to expand, explore, inspire and transform yourself while being guided and supported to become a registered yoga teacher. This training will give you the opportunity to live and breathe your yoga practice while learning how to become an effective and inspiring professional yoga teacher.

teacher training registration & cost

All costs include tuition, accommodation and a combination of fully catered and group prepared meals. Click here to read more about Accommodation & Meals.

Full Level 1 Yoga Teacher Training Intensive

$3,200 - Early bird price (if paid by 4th July 2011)
$3,600 - Full price (deposit required by 4th August 2011)

Meals & Accommodation - $1,300 extra.
Payment plan available.

Flexi-Schedule Modules (cost per module)

$1,000 - Early bird price (if paid by 4th July 2011)
$1,150 - Full price (deposit required by 4th August 2011)

Meals & Accommodation - $300 for 5 days.
Payment plan available.

To register your interest, please complete the online registration form.

Contents of this page...

• About the yoga trinity teacher training

• Teacher Training Study Modules

• accommodation & meals

• teacher training registration & cost

• early bird payment

• About heather agnew & Yoga Trinity

• frequently asked questions

• teacher training feedback

About yoga trinity teacher training

The Trinity Vinyasa Flow Yoga Teacher Training Level I program is designed to immerse you in your yoga practice, and maximize your opportunity for growth, wellbeing, education, and support as you embark on this journey to become a Registered Yoga Teacher or advanced practitioner.

Each day of your program will include guided yoga practice, breath-work exercises and meditations to deepen your yoga practice, as well as areas of study that will expand your understanding of the philosophies and practices of yoga.

Yoga classes, chanting & relaxing at Hepburn Retreat Centre

The Level I Intensive includes a 10-week online journaling program. This will help to introduce the philosophies at the source of Yoga into your everyday life, as well as help to support your home practice and refine your skills as a teacher.

This 250+ hour registered program (Yoga Alliance) is designed to provide you with the guidance, practices, techniques and support to begin your own teaching practice. Upon completion of the program and the written and practical exam, you will be awarded with a diploma certifying your competency as a Yoga Teacher.

This program is registered, allowing you to use the credentials of Registered Yoga Teacher (R.Y.I) upon completion, and giving you access to group insurance rates, and certification credits with many international fitness, yoga, and mind body organizations. This program is also registered with the Yoga Teachers Association of Australia at the 350 hour level (with our 10 day Level II program), and recognized by Fitness Australia for 15 CEC’s.

"I look forward to sharing with you the expansive and enlightening experience that is Teacher Training. Our aim is to not only offer a comprehensive foundation for Yoga teachers, but also an opportunity for personal growth and spiritual development. Each student has much to offer of his or her own wisdom and unique experience in this open and dynamic environment. Let us share together this amazing journey through the body, beyond the mind, into the heart; to the divine union that is Yoga."

Namaste
Heather Agnew, ERYT, Master PFT
Director - Trinity Yoga Teacher Training

Teacher Training Study Modules

With our new Flexi-Schedule system you can undertake your training module-by-module at a pace that is right for you. Join us for one or more modules to begin your journey, or add to your knowledge as a teacher.

Flexi-schedule modules are offered in Port Douglas, Canberra, and Hepburn Springs - an hour or so West of Melbourne. Upon completion of all four modules and a written and practical examination you will have completed the Level I Training program and can teach Yoga professionally as a Registered Yoga teacher.

1. Foundations of Vinyasa Flow Yoga

3rd - 7th October 2011

This module includes study of the Branches and Limbs of Yoga, Foundations of Vinyasa Flow Yoga, Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Teaching Skills and Ethics, Teaching and Integrated Practice of Body, Mind and Breath, as well as practice, study and practice teaching the Vinyasa Flow Level I.
Pre-requisites: none

2. Anatomy and Asana

10th - 14th October 2011

Module includes a yoga-focused study of the skeletal system, muscular system, endocrine and internal organ systems, circulatory and lymphatic systems, principles of movement, as well as practice, study and practice teaching the Vinyasa Flow Level I Sequence.
Pre-requisites: completion of Module 1 or prior registration as a Yoga teacher

3. Heart / Mind / Spirit

14th - 18th November 2011

Module includes study of mental anatomy, energetic anatomy (chakras and nadis), mantra yoga, the history of Yoga, the Bhagavad Gita, the yogic lifestyle, guiding meditation, posture assessment, as well as practice, study and practice teaching the Vinyasa Flow Level I Sequence.
Pre-requisites: completion of Modules 1-2

4. Unveiling the Teacher

21st - 25th November 2011

This final module of our Level I 200-hr Registered Yoga Teacher Training program includes the role of a teacher, teaching to specialty populations, cueing, correcting and adjusting, the business of yoga, and the transition from student to teacher. This course includes practice and practice teaching the Vinyasa Flow Level I Sequence, as well as final examination, certificate, and graduation ceremony.
Pre-requisites: completion of Modules 1-3

accommodation & meals

Accommodation & meals at Hepburn Retreat Centre

Accommodation is in shared double or triple rooms at Hepburn Retreat Centre, located about an hour-and-a-half west of Melbourne, in Victoria's spa region.

Single rooms are available for a surcharge of $35 per night.

accommodation for the full teacher training intensive

Accommodation for the full teacher training, is provided form Sunday 2nd (the night before training commences) until the afternoon of Friday 14th October and then again from Sunday 13th (the night before training commences) until the afternoon of Friday 25th November.

accommodation for a single module

Single module accommodation is form the Sunday night before the module commences, until the Friday afternoon when the module ends.

If you are doing 2 modules, the accommodation for the Friday and Saturday night in between the modules is included at no extra charge.

meals for the full teacher training intensive

Meals for the full teacher training are provided from Monday breakfast until Friday dinner each week. Breakfast and lunch are fully catered, however, in order to keep costs low, we are asking that students help with dinner one or two nights each week.

On the Saturday and Sunday between the first two modules and the last two modules, students will need to provide their own meals. There is a guest kitchen onsite with cooking and food storage facilities.

meals for for a single module

Meals for a single module of the training are provided from Monday breakfast until Friday lunch each week. Breakfast and lunch are fully catered, however, in order to keep costs low, we are asking that students help with dinner one or two nights each week.

teacher training registration & cost

All costs include tuition, accommodation and a combination of fully catered and group prepared meals. Click here to read more about Accommodation & Meals.

Full Level 1 Yoga Teacher Training Intensive

$3,200 - Early bird price (if paid by 4th July 2011)
$4,600 - Full price (deposit required by 4th August 2011)

Meals & Accommodation - $1,350
Payment plan available.

Flexi-Schedule Modules (cost per module)

$1,000 - Early bird price (if paid by 4th July 2011)
$1,150 - Full price (deposit required by 4th August 2011)

Meals & Accommodation - $300
Payment plan available.

To register your interest, please complete the online registration form.

If you have any questions about the teacher training, you can phone Ostii on 03 5348 2005 or 03 5348 6696 or send an enquiry via the Hepburn Retreat Centre Contact page.

About heather agnew & Yoga Trinity

Your course facilitator, Heather Agnew is an internationally recognized ERYT (Senior Yoga teacher), Master PFT (Fitness Professional), and lifestyle consultant with over 15 years experience in traditional fitness and Pilates training, energetic healing modalities, and many classical and modern Yoga styles.

Since starting on her path in Yoga, Heather has studied Sivananda Yoga, Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, Satyananda Yoga, Vinyasa, and Mukti Yoga. As well Heather draws inspiration from Usui Ryoho Reiki, The Energetic Healing, Lotus Palm Thai Yoga Massage, Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy, the Tarot, Ayurveda, Hermetics, and the teachings of the Rosicrucian Order.

In integrating these experiences, Heather has designed a Yoga Teacher Training program to contain both the richness and spirit of ancient teachings, as well as the accessibility and functionality of modern Yoga styles. Trinity Vinyasa Flow Yoga reflects this integration in a methodology that leads each individual to his or her own unique and powerful experience of the goal of Yoga, oneness with the Divine Self.

Heather brings to the program a strong intent to educate, inspire, and empower teacher trainees to develop a strong foundation of knowledge and experience in the fundamentals of Yoga technique and philosophy, while revealing their own unique gifts, wisdom, and talents as a teacher and practitioner of Yoga.

Additional yoga teacher Training

Our Continuing Education program is available upon completion of all four modules of the Level I Yoga Teacher Training.

Advanced Teacher Training options include “Ayurveda and Yoga Therapy”, “Adjusting, Assisting and Partnering”, Thai Yoga Massage Practitioner Training”, and “Core Yoga Instructor Training” and completion of two of these additional 5-day modules allows you to register with the Yoga Teachers Association of Australia at the 350-hour level.

FAQ’S

What Does “Registered” yoga teacher mean?

Upon graduation from the Trinity Yoga Teacher Training program you will be eligible to obtain registration with Yoga Alliance at the 200-hour level. This will allow you to use the initials “RYI” (Registered Yoga teacher) after your name. Our programs are also registered with Yoga Australia (formerly YTAA), and completion of both Level I and 2 modules of our Continuing Education Series automatically gives you access to Full Membership at the 350 hour level. You can register with Yoga Australia with a “provisional membership” with our Level I program, which is 280 hours, and you have three years to upgrade to the 350-hour level.

There are hundreds of programs that you can take to upgrade to this level of training, including the Yoga Trinity programs; Ayurveda & Yoga Therapy, Adjusting, Assisting & Partner Yoga, Core Yoga, and Thai Yoga Massage. As well, many students can register in full with YTAA after completion of Level I if you have other training in fitness, yoga, massage or anatomy.

Registration is fairly new in the Yoga industry, but an important part of this rapidly evolving service business. As Yoga becomes more popular, our students become better informed and more sophisticated as consumers. It is important for our students to know that we have completed a basic level of training that gives us the skills and knowledge necessary to provide safe and effective Yoga classes, and to offer the philosophies, teachings and techniques of Yoga in a way that is accessible and practical for the modern life. Registration tells your students that you have achieved this essential level of training, and that you are committed to enhancing the health and wellbeing of your students, and educating them in the ancient art and science of Yoga.

Can I get insurance to teach yoga

Upon graduation you will be able to access inexpensive public and professional risk liability insurance as a teacher. To operate your own Yoga business professional liability insurance is essential to protect you and your students in case of loss or injury. If you choose to work for a studio, gym or educational or government institution you may be covered on their policy. It is your responsibility as a teacher to ensure that coverage is provided for each class or private session that you instruct. A few companies that offer cover include: AON Insurance, OAMPS Insurance, Vero Insurance. To qualify for professional liability insurance you must be registered with Yoga Australia, Yoga Alliance, or another yoga-related organization.

Can I Teach Yoga Right Away After Taking This Course?

Absolutely. Once you have completed all four modules of training as well as your written and practical exams, which are included in Module 4, you can register as a Yoga Teacher, obtain professional insurance, and begin teaching. Many of our grads have gone on to start their own studios/yoga businesses, while others have chosen to teach for someone else, or teach Corporate or private classes. Additional training and study is important to continue to develop your skills and your understanding of the philosophies and technique of Yoga. But, one of the very best ways to learn is to teach.

Do I Have To Be Able To Do All The Yoga Poses To Become a Yoga teacher?

Students interested in joining a Yoga Teacher Training program often ask me this question, and the answer is quite simple. If you have found Yoga to be an important part of your life and your personal growth, if you have a sincere desire to learn, and if you are passionate about bringing all the rewards and experiences of Yoga to others, than you are a suitable candidate to become a Yoga Teacher. The process of teacher training will help you to deepen your practice, and perhaps this means that you will be able to achieve more advanced yoga postures as a result, but keep in mind that Yoga is not just about the poses, but about a state of mind and a state of being that is inclusive, accepting, compassionate and loving. We have had students of ages from 20 to 68 successfully complete the course and go on to become inspiring and successful teachers. To be able to demonstrate the Yoga asanas is important, but does not exclude teachers of differing levels of skill and ability. What is most important is that you can demonstrate the fundamental principles of Yoga on and off the mat.

What if I Don’t Want to Become A yoga teacher?

Many students come to Teacher Training to simply deepen their own practice and knowledge of the rich teachings of Yoga. Having said that, many of these students discover during the process that they do have a desire to become teachers, but this is not essential. Our pre-requisite for the course is that students have a committed practice and a sincere desire to learn, what you do with your new wisdom and experience is up to you.

What if I Can’t Complete The Course?

There are some circumstances in life that we cannot predict, and if an obstacle comes up in your life that causes you to have to discontinue your studies, we can work together to try to assist you in completing the course at another time. This will be dealt with on a “case by case” basis, but know that we will accommodate our teacher training students to the best of our ability.

What Does The Daily Schedule Look Like?

7:00-8:30am	Guided Practice
	Breakfast Break
9:30-12:00pm	Lecture (subjects like anatomy, teaching skills, philosophy etc)
	Lunch Break
1:15-3:15pm	Asana Study (discovering the magic in the details of each pose)
3:15-4:15pm	Technical Practice and Practice Teaching
4:15-4:45	Guided Relaxation/Meditation
7.00pm	Dinner*

 

* Students on the teacher training will be expected to help with dinner preparation one or two nights per week. Breakfast & lunch are fully catered.

are meals and accommodation included?

Accommodation and most meals are included in the price. To see details, read the Accommodation & Meals section.

Can I Take Just One Module At A Time and in different cities?

Absolutely. We have created the Flex-Schedule program because we understand that not everyone can take a month off of work and family responsibilities to undertake training. You can take just one module near Melbourne to deepen your practice and begin to explore yoga, then take the other modules in different cities at times that work for you. Please discuss with your course coordinator or directly with Heather to plan a schedule that suits your life best.

how do i get to hepburn retreat centre if I am travelling form interstate?

if you are travelling from interstate, there are a number of options for getting to the retreat centre using victoria's public transport network.

1. Take the airport bus to melbourne, then take the train from Melbourne's Southern Cross Station to Daylesford via Ballarat or Woodend.
2. Take a bus from the airport to Ballarat, and then the bus from Ballarat to Daylesford.

Alternatively, you can coordinate with the retreat centre for a ride with another teacher training participant to give you a lift from Melbourne.

Click here to complete a contact form if you have any more questions you would like answered.

yoga teacher training feedback

"I would do this Yoga Teacher Training again! I have had such a wonderful, inspiring journey this last month. At my age and the place I am in at this moment you have given me the opportunity to extend my horizons with confidence and a greater understanding of my love of yoga. Awesome!"
Victoria N Trinity Certified Yoga Teacher

"This course was excellent. It challenged me and I know it challenged my teacher due to my lack of knowledge and personal awareness of how this practice of yoga would challenge my mental and psychological foundations, let alone my physical challenges. I gained an immense amount of knowledge that I gratefully take back with me into the next stage of my life over this next six months. My heartfelt appreciation and thanks for allowing me to take this journey with you and supporting me."
Astrid R Trinity Certified Yoga Instructor

"Yoga Trinity Teacher Training was a fantastic opportunity to explore my own yoga practice and to develop the necessary skills for safely teaching and sharing yoga with others. The best part of the experience was having the opportunity to really be myself, and Heather helped to make that possible by holding a nurturing and non-judgemental space for all of her students. We were encouraged to discover our individual gifts - I felt a great sense of empowerment upon completion of the course."
Stacy W Trinity Certified Yoga Instructor

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Imagine...
A life where your spiritual practice and beliefs are in perfect harmony with your career.
Where personal growth and professional development are one and the same.
Where you choose your hours, your clients, and your income. Where you can inspire and be inspired daily.
A life that provides you with balance, peace, opportunity, and a chance to be of service to your world.
How do I create this life?
Become a Trinity Certified Yoga Instructor, and watch your dream become a reality right before your eyes.