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Little Guru 95 Hour Kids Yoga ONLINE Teacher Training Information and Policies

TESTIMONIALS

Kids yoga was nothing like what I thought prior to taking the training. Jen and Jen are Ah-mazing teachers and you too will be an advocate all day, every day, for our young spirits who need tools to navigate this big world once you complete the training. Mindfulness, structure with chaos, calmness, and play all to bring children to a level of peace that they desperately need and will truly embrace. ~ Angela G.

Taking the Little Guru Teacher Training opened so many doors to allow me to bring yoga to schools, new kids classes at my studio and to assist teachers in bringing mindfulness to their classrooms. We are creating a “Calm Room” at our local elementary school using just what I learned from Little Guru! I recommend this training to yoga teachers, school teachers and parents alike...anyone who works with or has children will benefit. ~ Patti M.

At a time of unsettling rises in youth anxiety disorders, tech-overwhelm, bullying and accelerating suicide rates, the services of organizations like Little Guru Kids Yoga cannot be overstated. The infamous "Jens" have created an educationally lively and loving space for children of all ages to play, learn and explore their highest potentials. Their thoughtful blending of art and movement through the powerful traditions of yoga and mindfulness empower kids of all ages, and their work with public educators is changing the energy of our schools and communities in powerful ways. ~ Candice D.

become a kids yoga teacher!

At Little Guru, we truly believe that every child is unique and special and has their own way of learning.

That is why our teaching philosophy is to speak to the different types of learners that we have in any given group.
Whether it is math, art, reading, books, singing and music, playing games or teaching mindfulness, our classes teach to the full spectrum of learning styles.
Through training with us, you will learn many different ways to connect with each child you teach, and give them the space for their little light to shine!

The word GURU means remover of darkness. We truly believe that is what children do; light up the world!

Just like everything else in 2020, our training will look DIFFERENT this year! Yoga Alliance has granted permission for all Registered Children's Yoga Schools to offer their 95 hour training completely online, as long as completed by December 31st, 2020. This entire training will be done online, with potential for small group gatherings (not required) if NC moves into Phase 3.

Our training will be broken up into 5 different modules and 4 workshops.

The following will be covered within the modules.

Childhood development of each age range
Techniques for teaching yoga asana (poses), pranayama (breathing techniques), mindfulness and meditation to each age group
Age appropriate teaching broken down between preschool, elementary, middle and high school aged children
Teaching methodology
Anatomy and physiology
Yoga philosophy and lifestyle and how it can be taught to children
Yoga teacher ethics
Practicum - Observing Teacher Trainers teaching children ONLINE
Practicum - Teaching children ONLINE while being observed by Teacher Trainers for constructive feedback
Required reading - the list shared with trainee upon registration
Optional one page summary of each book to turn in for 8 elective hours OR
8 elective hours on related content done on own time (must be approved by Teacher Trainers)

Dates and Times
Registration Closes September 18th

Pre-Recorded Modified Basic Training 12 Hours
Done at own pace - completion by October 2nd

Friday, October 2nd, 6pm-9pm
Welcome, Introduction to the program, Q and A from 12 hour training

Five Weekend Modules***
Saturdays and Sundays 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm
October 3rd & 4th
October 17th & 18th
October 31st & November 1st
November 14th & 15th
December 5th & 6th

*** These weekends will be a mix of pre-recorded content live stream video from our studio on Glenwood Avenue. There is potential for local students to be in the studio for the sessions depending on what phase NC is in. However, no in-person contact is required during this training and it can all be done safely from your home.

Four Workshops with Little Guru Faculty
These will be live streamed from either the studio or from the faculty's home. We highly recommend being live for these sessions so you can get the full value of being able to interact and ask questions. However, they will be available in recorded form if necessary.

October 13th, 6pm-9pm
Teaching Yoga to Children with Special Needs, with Kelly Creasman, BCBA, RYT-200

October 27th, 6pm-9pm
Teaching and Supporting Healthy Behavioral and Social Development Children, with Kelly Creasman, BCBA, RYT-200

November 8th, 2pm-5pm
Physical and Cognitive Development of Children Ages 3-10, with Ashley Andrews, Pediatric RN, RYT-500

November 22nd, 2pm-5pm
Social and Emotional Development for Tweens and Teens, with Allison Grubbs, LCSW, LCAS, CCS, CDWF, RYT-200

Registration and Cost

$1200 Early Bird Price if purchased by August 15th
Use Code EARLYBIRD2020

$1300 if purchased August 16th-September 18th (when registration closes)

*** If you purchased and completed the 12 hour training this past summer, deduct $250 from the above price.

Payment Plan is available for an additional $100 on top of the regular $1300 price.

To register, email info@littlegurukidsyoga.com to receive an application. Upon approval, either the full early bird price is due, or a non-refundable $250 registration fee that will hold you spot until September 18 when you will either pay the balance or begin your payment plan.

More questions?
Email us, info@littlegurukidsyoga.com or join us for an online teacher training information session on August 6th at 5pm

Cancellation policy

Cancellation policy

Your $250 application fee is non-refundable, no exceptions. This amount is deducted from the total amount of $1200 (early bird) or $1300.

If you pay the full amount and have to discontinue we will deduct the full cost of each weekend module and workshops completed from the amount you paid and you will receive 50% of the difference. No exceptions. You will be able to receive all CEUs for completed hours.

More information

Missed Hours

If you need to miss any part of a weekend module or a workshop the hours will need to be made up prior to receiving your RCYT certification. This can be done a various ways depending on the material being covered. While we will do our best to keep the make up cost down however, please be aware that make up hours could include private instruction, $75.00 per hour. Of course, if time allows, you always have the option of making up the hours the next time the module or workshop is offered.

Refund Policies

The registration/application is non refundable, no exceptions.

If you are paying as you go and have to cancel you will be offered studio credit only that can be applied to a future weekend module or workshop.

If you pay the full amount and have to discontinue we will deduct the full cost of each weekend module and workshops completed from $1600.00 and you will receive 50% of the difference. No exceptions. You will be able to receive all CEUs for completed hours.

Little Guru Kids Yoga

215 Glenwood Avenue Suite A
Raleigh, NC 27603

919-720-4921

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