200-Hour Yoga Alliance-approved Wild Yoga Teacher Training with Dennis Eagan E-RYT 500

We may offer this course again in 2013. Please email info@balancedrock.org if interested in future WildYoga Teacher Trainings and Balanced Rock advanced yoga study. The first Yoga Teacher Training spanned 8 weekends from September 2011 through April 2012 in Yosemite National Park and the surrounding areas.

Yosemite is a world heritage site, celebrated as one of the most sacred places on earth. Become a certified yoga teacher in one of the most inspired and unique RYT 200 training programs in the country.

Besides in-depth practice in teaching asana, breathing, and body alignments, you will explore the natural world and the inner landscape as interwoven paths that lead us to a deeper understanding of our relationship with prana, the energy that sustains us. The training will include two Yosemite weekend expeditions as well as teaching in a yoga studio for the other 6 weekends. Throughout the training, you will gain the knowledge, skills and confidence you need to become an exceptional certified yoga teacher in any environment you choose.

Dates
Sept 23 - 25: Yosemite Yoga Teacher Training Expedition

Oct 21 - 23: Fri 6-9 pm | Sat 9 am-5 pm | Sun 10 am-4 pm

Nov 11 - 13: Fri 6-9 pm | Sat 9 am-5 pm | Sun 10 am-4 pm

Dec 2 - 4: Fri 6-9 pm | Sat 9 am-5 pm | Sun 10 am-4 pm

Jan 13 - 15: Fri 6-9 pm | Sat 9 am-5 pm | Sun 10 am-4 pm

Feb 10 - 12: Fri 6-9 pm | Sat 9 am-5 pm | Sun 10 am-4 pm

March 2 - 4: Yosemite Yoga Teacher Training Expedition

April 6 - 8: Fri 6-9 pm | Sat 9 am-5 pm | Sun 10 am-4 pm

Payment and pre-requisites
Course tuition is $2600

Payment plans are available. Space is limited. Advance
course registration required. Full payment or an initial deposit of $100 will reserve your spot on a first-come, first-served basis. Unless otherwise negotiated, full payment is due before the course begins on September 23. Please email info@balancedrock.org or call (209)379-9453 before making an initial deposit to ascertain space availability. At least one year of regular yoga practice is recommended as a pre-requisite.

Praise for Dennis Eagan

"Dennis is much more than a yoga instructor in my life. His knowledge and the philosophy he emits on the interconnectedness of all beings bring great value that go far beyond any yoga practice. He is one of the most accepting and compassionate people that I have ever learned from, and I am beyond honored to have him as a teacher. The lessons learned under his guidance have honestly changed my outlook on everything "

"I am not the same person I was when I started the teacher-training program. Dennis has taught me that there is so much more to yoga then I ever imagined. I am forever grateful to him."

"I really appreciate Dennis’ depth of knowledge of both yoga as a discipline, and of the body's alignment and dynamics. He communicates those things with both clarity and patience to students of all levels, which is a rare quality."

"Dennis Eagan is one of the best teachers I have had in any discipline. Not only does he teach from a deep love of yoga, he brings to teacher training a culture of non-competition, co-operation and curiosity so that learning on the deepest levels can occur. I am truly grateful to have the opportunity to study with him."

"Dennis' extensive knowledge of yoga and positive energy is powerful. Dennis creates a safe and encouraging environment where practices deepen, and obstacles and perceived discomfort are conquered.  His passion for yoga, especially green yoga, is true as is his commitment and love for the environment.

I remain forever happy, forever honored and forever changed to be one of his students."

Required Reading
In our program, we will use the following textbooks:

Yoga Body by Judith Lasater

Anatomy of Movement by Blandine Calais-Germain
(Note: There are 2 Anatomy of Movement books--the one on exercise is not required for this course)

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali (any version)

The Bhagavadgita (any version)

Practice of the Wild by Gary Snyder

We will also reference, and may require, Earth Sutra, an ancient text that is currently being reprinted (available soon from Loyola Marymount University), Light on Yoga by B.K.S. Iyengar, Yoga the Iyengar Way by Mira Meta or a book on Ashtanga yoga.

Suggested Reading
Below is a list of excellent books on yoga. We suggest browsing through some of them at the bookstore and picking up one or two that speak to you. An in-depth study of yoga, anatomy and philosophy is a life-long adventure.

Anatomy of Movement,  Exercise, by Blandine Calais-Germain

Hatha Yoga Pradipika by Swami Muktibodhananda

Yoga Mind, Body and Spirit by Donna Farhi

Poetry of the Body by Rodney Yee

Yogabody by Judith Lasiter

Relax and Renew by Judith Lasiter

Anatomy of Asana by Susie Hately Aldous

Light on Yoga by B.K.S. Iyengar

Light on Pranayama by B.K.S. Iyengar

Yoga the Path to Holistic Health by B.K.S. Iyengar

Yoga a Gem for Women by Geeta Iyengar

Dynamic Yoga by Godfrey Devereux

The Yoga of Breath by Richard Rosen

Awakening the Inner Body by Donald Moyer

The Anatomy Coloring Book

Esoteric Anatomy by Bruce Berger

Anatomy of Hatha Yoga by Timothy McCall

Structural Yoga Therapy by Mukunda Stiles

The Heart of the Yogi by Doug Keller

Anusara Yoga by Doug Keller

Refining the Breath by Doug Keller

The Yoga Tradition by Georg Feuerstein

Props and Ailments by Bobby Clennell

Yoga for Wellness by Gary Kraftsow

Wisdom of the Body Moving by Linda Hartley

Ashtanga Yoga the Practice Manuel by David Swenson

 

Studio Spaces and Partners

This program is offered as a partnership among Balanced Rock, WildYoga, Dragonfly Health & Wellness, and a Midpines Retreat Center

       

Studio Spaces

 

Not Included:

Transportation to and from your hometown to Yosemite, park entrance fees, accommodations, food, required reading, and personal items. We anticipate low-cost accommodations options--details to follow.

 

Travel:

The driving time to Yosemite from the Bay Area is 3.5-4 hours and varies depending on traffic and road conditions. For California highway conditions visit http://www.dot.ca.gov/ or call 1-800-427-7623. For the latest road conditions and advisories in the park, call 1-209-372-0200 then press 1. You are required to carry and be prepared to use tire chains.

 

Important Information about Air Travel:

Prior to purchasing your airline tickets contact Balanced Rock to confirm the course is not already full and/or has the minimum number of participants required. info@balancedrock.org or 209-379-9453.

 

Closest Airports:

- Fresno (FAT): 75 miles; about 1.5 miles to Mariposa

- Modesto (MOD): 65 miles; about 2 hrs to Mariposa

- San Francisco (SFO): 170 miles; 3 hrs, 10 minutes to Mariposa (public transportation available)

- Oakland (OAK): 151 miles; 3 hrs to Mariposa (public transportation available)

- Sacramento (SAC): 161 miles; 3 hrs to Mariposa

 

Public Transportation and Carpooling:

There is excellent train and bus transportation to Mariposa and Yosemite Valley from the bay area, San Francisco Airport, and Oakland Airport via BART train, Amtrak to Merced, YARTS bus to Mariposa and Yosemite Valley. Once you are enrolled we will send you detailed pre-trip information including options for carpooling. Carpools are generally set up in the two weeks prior to the trip start date and dependent on participant locations.

 

General Information:

Please read this information carefully and call us if you have any questions.