PART-TIME YTT COURSE WITH BAREFOOT YOGA SCHOOL
AT WORONGARY GOLD COAST
Immerse yourself in 2 semesters of comprehensive part time training in this retreat-style sanctuary and studio in the Gold Coast region of Worongary.
This course will speak to all levels, regardless of whether you wish to teach, you will gain an extensive knowledge of yourself, and the hidden depths of mind and body through Yoga.
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2023 DATES, SCHEDULE & FEES
Semester 1 Dates : June 30th - July 23rd (x4 weekends)
Semester 2 Dates : Aug 18th - Sep 3rd (x3 weekends)
Fridays: from 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Saturdays: (full day) 8.00am - 8:30pm *
Sundays: 8.00am - 4:00pm
* Includes 3 hours of break time
Course Fees: $3,950 pp
Deposit: $900
Afterpay & payment plans available
Location: Soul Yoga & Retreats, Worongary, Gold Coast.
GOLD COAST RETREAT STYLE TRAINING
Soul Yoga & Retreats is a boutique yoga studio and grounds located at Worongary on the Gold Coast. You will be enveloped in quiet, tranquil and peaceful surroundings, encouraging the perfect environment for your training and learnings.
During your breaks, enjoy mother nature, relax on the meditation deck, pull up a chair around the fire pit, soak up the sun, find a spot around the pool, enjoy a swim in the magnesium mineral
pool or warm up in the infra-red sauna.
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200HR Yoga Alliance International
Teaching Certification in Yin & Vinyasa
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20HR Foundational online
module with lifetime access
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All Classes, tuition fees
& learning materials
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Small Group, Big connections
(Max 8 students)
Post Graduate support
& follow up program
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Personal mentorship
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Education pathway towards
the Diploma of Yoga
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Organic coffee, teas,
pH balanced water, infused water & kombucha
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Selection of nuts and fruits
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The Latest Edition
of our 200HR textbook​
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Meditation deck
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Graduation Ceremony
& Dinner
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Magnesium mineral pool
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Extra-curricular activities & workshops
ABOUT THE COURSE
Escape the concrete jungle and join us for retreat style yoga teacher training. In this program you will be taken on a journey with our lead trainers from Barefoot Yoga School, Jess and Adam.
Our boutique yoga studio is located on the beautiful Gold Coast, tucked away in the tranquil surrounds of Worongary. This is a rare opportunity to complete your yoga teacher training in a small group and part-time immersive setting.
This program is one-of-a-kind as you are introduced to two of the most popular modalities of Yoga: Yin and Vinyasa. This course will strike the perfect “Yin Yang” balance as you find your feet through the extensive curriculum which will challenge you, open your mind and feed your body and soul!
With a maximum of 8 students between 2 lead trainers, this program ensures the highest quality of teaching and personal mentorship for each student. Each class is engaging, dynamic and designed to provoke critical thinking as we unpick and explore the body, mind and spirit.
SCIENCE MEETS SPIRITUALITY
We engage a well-rounded approach, with a focus on how science can meet spirituality. Our classes will open the mind, and most importantly, focus on how to apply this incredible knowledge. You will walk away with a new perspective and all the skills to start teaching straight away.
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"The course far exceeded all my expectations; from the course content, to the beautiful environment…it was all superb"
Brigita Koren, Midwife from QLD
"I learned more anatomy in this program than in my first year of university."
Saimon Moraes, professor of molecular science at Swinburne University VIC
WHAT WILL I BE LEARNING?
Not only will you be able to teach a comprehensive, intelligent Yin and Vinyasa Yoga class by the end of your 8 weeks, but you will be immersed in the following modules:
History of Yoga, Anatomy, Physiology, Asana practice, Pranayama, Meditation, Energy healing, Neuroscience of Meditation, The Nervous system, Teaching methodology, Teaching practice, Traditional Chinese Medicine 5 element theory, The 8 Limbs of Yoga applied and Yoga Philosophy.
Extracurricular modules such as Business Finance, Business Marketing, Acro Yoga and Holistic Nutrition as a Yogi.
MODULES
1. History & Philosophy
History of Yoga & Natural Medicines | The 8 Limbs of Yoga | 5 Element theory & more.
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2. Vinyasa
Foundations of Vinyasa | Vinyasa Class sequencing | Traditional Sun Salutations | Transitioning & prop usage & more.
3. Yin
Origins of Yin | Yin Yang theory & philosophy | Traditional | Chinese Medicine 5 element theory| Anatomy of Yin - Organs & more.
4. Teaching Methodology
Asana (posture) and variation workshops | Adjusting for injuries & chronic pain/conditions | Yin and Vinyasa Class structure & more.
5. Asana (Postures)
Types/groups of postures | In-depth analysis of each posture with guidance and anatomical breakdown.
6. Prayers & Mantra
Sacred sound | How to chant AUM correctly | Physics behind frequency | Chakras and sound healing & more.
7. Anatomy & Physiology
The skeletal system | The muscular system | Biomechanics | Injury prevention | The Nervous system & more.
8. Meditation & Pranayama
Prana & Pranayama theory | The Chakras: in-depth analysis | The respiratory system in depth | Trauma-informed practice & more.
9. Workshops & Extra Curriculum
Marketing and setting up your own conscious brand/business | Finance of a small business, setting up, tax and accounting & more.
COURSE STRUCTURE
Yin Yoga – The challenge of the mind through the postures
The first part of your program will be focussed on Yin – a beautifully slow and therapeutic type of Yoga when done correctly. Holding postures for extended periods of time allows the body to work through compressing and lengthening tissues, allowing for sustained flexibility to be found at cooler temperatures and deeper healing affects through stimulating your flow of energy.
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What makes our Yin training special is that you have Adam, a Chinese Medicine practitioner and Physiologist to take you through each module and bring lineage, history and depth to your knowledge through the art of Traditional Chinese Medicine applied to Yin Yoga. This looks like a much deeper understanding of energetic anatomy, whereby you can build on this knowledge further in more advanced modules in the future such as the Meridians, Emotions & Organs.
Vinyasa Yoga – The challenge of the physical through the breath with movement
The second part of your program we will be looking at the human physiology and biomechanics through a Vinyasa flow in more depth. Having a safe flow is paramount – especially if we are going to share Yoga with others. Our anatomy component is very strong, with students of Biochemistry regarding this module in particular as outstanding.
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We like to find that sweet spot where Science and spirituality meet! Jess will be adding layers of philosophy to make your classes and practice more meaningful and sophisticated. We dive into Samkhya philosophy alongside Buddhism to enrich our understanding of the 8 Limbs of Yoga and the 8 fold path of enlightenment. This will give you framework to bring Yoga off the mat and create an intelligent practice on the mat which you can share with others.
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It's rare to find Vinyasa and Yin Teacher Training rolled into one, yet we feel to truly create balance in your practice on and off the mat, we must start off on the right foot!
BAREFOOT YOGA SCHOOL X SOUL YOGA & RETREATS
A message from Donna, the owner of Soul Yoga & Retreats.
Having personally worked with Jess and Adam from Barefoot Yoga School, to upskill and
increase some gaps in my previous trainings I am thrilled to announce that we are hosting
their 200 hour training with our community in 2023.
With Barefoot Yoga School and Soul Yoga & Retreats sharing core foundations and goals
~ 'Small groups, big connections' accompanied with creating and delivering exceptional
levels of quality and experience it is the perfect collaboration.
The level of commitment, expertise and knowledge shared, along with the science and
practically of this training far exceeded my expectations. And I have very high expectations!
As I know the students that attend the 200 hour part-time training will also receive the
standard and quality that I experienced.
Jess and Adam are constantly updating their training to include new research, learnings and
skills. Both coming from professional sports backgrounds, and holding many degrees between them the wholistic approach to this training ensures students are ready when they leave to teach if they choose. They deliver exactly what they outline in their schedule and curriculum!
Whilst I have already completed 540 hours of yoga teacher training, I too am continuing my higher advanced training with Barefoot Yoga School.
We are so excited to be delivering and sharing this training next year.
YOUR BAREFOOT YOGA SCHOOL TRAINERS
Adam Kaoullas
As a retired professional boxer, Adam is now leading a different life as a lifelong student of Yoga and qualifying Acupuncturist & Chinese Medicine practitioner.
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Adam has over 12 years experience in physiology, rehabilitation, anatomy, and personal training. He has worked in rehabilitation centres in the US, helping the injured and disabled to find their feet and even walk again.
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He has a raw passion for helping people and making Yoga a safer and more effective form of movement therapy. Adam is incredibly invested and makes it his mission to give Yoga teachers a better education and understanding of the human form and thus produces highly trained Yoga teachers whose anatomical knowledge is outstanding.
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Adam has an undying enthusiasm for the human body and biomechanics which is very apparent in his teachings.
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He runs the Yin yoga, Chinese medicine and Anatomy modules in these courses.
Jessica Martin-Jones
With a deep connection to the roots of Yoga having completed all of her own training in India, Jess knows how to bring the East and West together.
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With over 1000 hours of Yoga and Meditation teacher training under her belt, Jess offers groundbreaking perspectives on Eastern philosophy which she weaves throughout her teaching.
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As a qualified counselor Jess is further able to shine a light on trauma-informed Yoga and Meditation teaching, with a particular passion for neuroscience. Jess is the driving force behind this passion project and school. She built Barefoot Yoga from the ground up after moving to Australia in 2017 and wants to share her experience and business tips with you.
