ZEN YOGA

INSTRUCTOR TRAINING PROGRAM

Zen Yoga Instructor Training Program - LEVEL 1

Certified Level 1 Zen Yoga Instructors will be trained by Rita Lang, Director of Instructor Programs and Aaron Hoopes founder and creator of Zen Yoga. This program allows for personal communication between the student and the teacher in order to provide training that adjusts to the needs of the student. This is a highly interactive program, while not requiring a lot of time, it does require some self-reflection and deeper thought in your responses to the lessons.

Each new instructor brings their personal knowledge and experience to the Zen Yoga team. No experience necessary, but any experience welcome.

 Certified Level 1 Zen Yoga Instructors can:

·        Teach group Zen Yoga classes and private Zen Yoga sessions

·        Give public talks and presentations

·        Write articles on Zen Yoga (with approval by Aaron Hoopes)

·        Use the Zen Yoga logo to market your business

·        Have a free webpage on the Zen Yoga website

·        Supplement their income through the sale of Zen Yoga Books, CDs, DVDs and other products

 

The Level 1 Zen Yoga Instructor Certification Course Includes:

·        Zen Yoga 12-week Online Correspondence Course

·        Perfecting Ourselves: Coordinating Body, Mind and Spirit

·        Zen Yoga Daily Warm-Up DVD

·        Inner Sunrise Deep Relaxation Program

·        Final Self Mastery Project

·        Practical Exam demonstrating physical ability

·        Free Webpage on the Zen Yoga Website

·        Wholesale discount for Zen Yoga products

·        Support from the whole Zen Yoga team

 

Level 1 Zen Yoga Certification Requirements:

·        Completion of the Zen Yoga Online Correspondence Course

·        Reading and Studying of the Zen Yoga Books, DVD and CD

·        Submit the Final Self-Mastery Project

·        Pass the Practical Exam

·        Demonstrated ability of teaching Zen Yoga in a class setting. (Either at an Instructor Training workshop or Video Presentation)

·        Hosting a Zen Yoga workshop or Assist a Master instructor at a Zen Yoga health expo or similar event.

Course & Fees:

The Level 1 Zen Yoga Certification Program begins with the 12-week Online Correspondence Course. Please fill out the application to join.

Course Fee is $750. (Includes all courses, materials and Level 1 Certification Fee) A 50% deposit is due once your application has been accepted. Balance is due at the 4 week point. An installment plan is available. Email  or call (860)805-6551

Cancellation Policy: Due to the fact that you will receive a home study course, the deposit is non-refundable. If you pay the full amount 50% is refundable prior to the 4th week. After the 4th week the amount paid is not refundable, but may be used toward the Zen Yoga Certification Course within one year.

Download the Level 1 Zen Yoga Instructor Application Form


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Zen Yoga Instructor Training Program - LEVEL 2


Zen Yoga Instructor Ranking System

Zen Yoga is developed on a ranking system similar to traditional martial arts.

Progression through different levels reflects the time and effort put into the training. It is completely up to the individual as to how far they wish to advance in rank. Age and physical ability are irrelevant as long as the participant is committed to their own personal growth.

Each level has its own requirements. Certification of rank is provided after completion of each level requirements..

ZEN YOGA Ranking System - Levels:

Student – Beginner level. All participants in a Zen Yoga class are students

Adept – Intermediate level 

Requirements:

Completion of the Zen Yoga Fundamentals Course

Instructor Level 1 – Teaching Certification Level

Requirements:

Completion of the Zen Yoga Online Correspondence Course

Reading and Studying of the Zen Yoga Books, DVD and CD

Submit the Final Self-Mastery Project

Pass the Practical Exam

Demonstrated ability of teaching Zen Yoga in a class setting. (Either at an Instructor Training workshop or Video Presentation)

Hosting a Zen Yoga workshop or Assist a Master instructor at a Zen Yoga health expo or similar event.

Instructor Level 2 – Advanced Training Certification Level

Requirements:

Instructor Level 1

Teaching Formal Zen Yoga Class (approx. 1 year)

Organize and host a Zen Yoga Workshop

Write a Zen Yoga related article

Completion of the Advanced Zen Yoga Course

Sage Level 1 – Basic Master Level

Requirements:

Instructor Level 2

Teaching Formal Zen Yoga Class (approx. 3 years)

Training in hard/soft style martial arts, massage, yoga or equivalent          

Organize and host Zen Yoga Retreat

Completion of Zen Yoga Sage Course

Sage Level 2 – Intermediate Master Level        

Requirements:

Sage Level 1

Teaching Zen Yoga (children, seniors, etc.) (approx. 5 years)

Write/publish books and/or articles

Create innovative Zen Yoga training

Completion of Zen Yoga Healer Course

Sage Level 3 – Advanced Master Level

Requirements:

Sage Level 2

Teaching Zen Yoga (approx. 7 years)

Teaching Zen Yoga Instructor course

Develop Zen Yoga Curriculum

Zin – Highest Level of Zen Yoga Mastery

 

ZEN YOGA Training Courses:

Zen Yoga Fundamentals Course Ongoing classes

(Level 1 Online Course)

The Zen Yoga Fundamentals Course is a 12 week course exploring the fundamental philosophy and practice behind the Eastern holistic healing arts of Tai Chi, Qigong, Zen and Yoga.

Topics covered include:

Methods and Practice of Breathing

Healthy Lifestyle - Diet

Meditation

Energy Flow

Motivation

Principles of Stress Reduction

Integrating Zen Yoga Philosophy into Daily Life

Introspection, Awareness and Spiritual Deepening.

click here to sign up for Zen Yoga Level 1 course

 

Advanced Zen Yoga Course Ongoing Class

(Level 2 Online Course)

The Zen Yoga Advanced Course is and in-depth study of the philosophy and practice behind the Eastern holistic healing arts. It is designed to take the Zen Yoga instructor on a deeper journey inward to explore the effect of these practices on the individual spirit. It also covers practical Zen Yoga Teaching.

Topics covered include:

Advanced Breathing, Stretching and Energy Flow Techniques

Philosophy of Healing Arts

Methods for Delivering Guided Meditation

Personal Assignment

Zen Yoga Marketing and Business Skills

click here for level 2 course

 

Zen Yoga Sage Course

(invitation only)

Zen Yoga Healer Course

(invitation only)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


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