Stand Up Paddle and Yoga - Teacher Training

40-hour Yoga Alliance Teacher Training Certification in "Yoga on a Stand Up Paddle Board"

Brought to you by 500-hour Yoga Alliance Teacher Trainers, World Paddle Association (WPA) and Amercian Canoe Association (ACA) Certified Instructors.

Two upcoming training events:

**Thursday June 7th - Sunday June 10th, 2012 in St Petersburg, FL.

**"SUP & Yoga" Teacher Training Retreat in Costa Rica, Thursday Aug 29th - Wednesday, Aug 29th, 2012

40-hour Yoga Alliance Teacher Training Certification in "Yoga on a Stand Up Paddle Board"

40 Yoga Alliance CEUs for Registered Yoga Teachers

The world's oldest tradition combined with the latest in fitness gives you "Yoga on a Stand Up Paddle Board".

Become one of the first Yoga Alliance Certified Teachers of this amazing combination. Assist people in experiencing the beauty of water while receiving the tremendous benefits of yoga and the incredible challenge of stand up paddling.

In this course you will learn everything you need to know in order teach a fun, safe and exciting Stand Up Paddle/Yoga class, from type of gear needed to meditation.

We will cover:

1. How to properly paddle board and how to properly teach paddle boarding.
2. Anatomy of Yoga with respect to Paddle Boarding.
3. Proper gear required.
4. Proper selection of equipment.
5. Pros and cons of different styles of boards.
6. Poses appropriate for the board.
7. Properly sequencing poses.
8. Breath-work on the board.
9. Meditation on the board.
10. Safety Precautions and Risk Management.
11. Marketing/Business of "SUP & Yoga".
12. Ayurveda for Stand Up Paddling and the "Live Blue" Philosophy.

After successful completion of this course you will also have the opportunity to become a "Stand Up Paddle Affiliate" of the Yoga Energy Studio which entitles you to discounted board rentals, advertising, use of equipment and more.

Prerequisites:
Must have current CPR certification.
Must be able to swim.
 

All paddle boards and gear will be supplied.

You must bring:
Towels, sunscreen, five finger water shoes or similar style, shorts/pants for practicing yoga that can get wet, rashguard, sunglasses with strap and hat or headgear.

Limited to 10 people.