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W EL C O ME
Congratulations on considering a yoga teacher training.
Like they say, every journey begins with a single step,
and reading this guide could be the first step on your
path. Maybe you don’t even want to be a teacher, but
you want to go deeper into your practice and understand
yoga on a deeper level. Or perhaps you already know
that yoga is your passion and you’re ready to earn a living
from what you love. There are a few important points
to consider while finding the right training for you. We’ll
touch on those points and we’ll tell you more about
UNIVERSAL YOGA, its founder Andrey Lappa as well
as the location, VIKASA Yoga Retreat. Wherever you
choose to do your training, we wish you great success
in your practice.
Sincerely,
Kosta Miachin
Founder, VIKASA
&
Andrey Lappa
Founder, Universal
YOUR DREAM JOB
DOES NOT EXIST
Y O U M U S T CREATE I T
THE U NI V E R SA L Y O GA M ET HO D
If your aspiration is to get the best yoga education that
you can, then its important to research the curriculum
offered. Each teacher training program will have a
different lineage, lens and focus -so you have to find
your personal best match. The Universal Yoga Method
integrates yogic philosophy and physical asana with
monastic techniques. The lineage of teachings comes
through Hatha and Vinyasa roots. While the Universal
Yoga curriculum shows extreme depth of a seasoned
master, it is delivered in a tangible and logical system
that can be used by anyone living in the secular world.
The Universal Yoga Method encompasses validity from
all systems of yoga, empowering teachers with the
confidence and skills necessary to inspire their students.
This style unites several existing methods as well as
teachings from real life experience, which is essential
to understanding yoga. In the base of this teaching
method lies continuous change. Methodology is then
provoked for constant testing and adaptation. The
method allows the practitioner freedom from
routine, leading to a kind of “intelligent freestyle” of
practice. This leads to a natural progression of
individuality, where uniqueness is celebrated as a piece
of the oneness we are part of.
GE T L O ST . F I N D Y O UR SELF.
Are you seeking a transformative life experience in
addition to a solid foundation education? If so, you might
consider doing a training in an exotic location. When
you choose to train in a destination abroad, it helps to
clear your mind of daily activities and allows you to
disconnect from routine. This provides a more focused
learning environment, free from responsibilities and
allowing you to be fully present. Your mind will expand
in new ways as you absorb your new environment.
I ’M R EA DY
EMBR A C E T HE E X O T IC
The other reason to consider training in an exotic
destination is the potential for cultural immersion and
deep personal connection that inevitably comes with
travel. When we are outside of our comfort zone we
become more sensitive and open to those around us.
Everything we desire is on the other side of comfort.
We believe the most profound experiences happen when
we are surrounded by new challenges. Your whole
experience will carry the rich flavors of your destination.
From the tropical fruits to the nourishing weather, every
aspect will affect how deeply you are able to sink into
your learnings. For example, Thai food is naturally light
and nutritious, perfect for balancing nutrition required
for rigorous physical training. The warm hospitality of
the local culture will make you feel welcome and at
home. The rocky cliffs and sandy beaches will inspire
your soul. On your days off you can explore the exotic
temples, markets and fishing villages of Koh Samui. Let
adventure transcend your experience and education.
SAVE THE DATE
U NIV ER SAL Y O G A t r a in ing
2 4 S EPTEMBER - 0 1 NOVE M BE R 2 0 18
LEV EL 1 D Y NA M I C M EDIT A T IO N :
• Asana and Body Methods
• Coordination and Reaction
• Development with Shiva Nata
• Technique of Shiva Nata 1st-level theory and practice
LEV EL 1 A S A N A M IN D T R A IN IN G :
• Asanas for the energetic practices
• Bandhas and Mudras
• Goals of Asanas practice in Tantric Hatha-Yoga
• Asanas and Mudras, generating complex conditions
LEV EL 1 S E Q U E NC IN G:
• Introduction to Calligraphy of Yoga
• Drawing of Yoga Asanas for Class Planning
• Drawing Asana Pairs for arms, legs, spine
LEV EL 2 V I NY A S A T HEO R Y & LEC T URE :
• Introduction to Vinyasa Theory
• Himalayan Vinyasa – History of Vinyasas
• Essence of the Vinyasa method
• Root of Vinyasa popularity in modern society
• Energetic Vinyasas
• Theory/Lecture about Vinyasas for All Levels of Experience
• Vinyasas with Changing Support
• Complete Algorithm of Universal Yoga Vinyasas
• Preparatory Vinyasas
• Principle longitudinal, transversal, twisting Vinyasas
• Circular Vinyasas / Linking Vinyasas
• Specialized Non-Maximum Vinyasas
• Specialized Maximum Vinyasas
• Inter-level Single-directional Vinyasas
• Inter-level Multi-directional Vinyasas
• Circular and Twirling Inter-level Vinyasas
• Levels of Vinyasa Complexity
• Existing Vinyasas and the creation of new Vinyasas
• Naming new Vinyasas in Sanskrit
• Using Shiva Nata as Vinyasas linking Asanas
LEV EL 2 Y O GA PHILO SO P HY :
• History of Yoga in India
• Essence of The Bhagavad Gita and Yoga Sutras
• Hierarchy of the sentient beings
• Goals of life of the regular man and yogi
• Karma Philosophy
• Similarity and differences of Hindu’s and Buddhist’s yoga
• Castes vs. Varnas / God vs. Emptiness
• Moksha and Dharma – Methods for spiritual liberation
• Cultural differences of Eastern and Western countries
• Guru and Disciple: The Role of a teacher in Yoga
• External Limbs of Raja Yoga
• Correspondence of Yama and Niyamas with Maya Koshas
LEV EL 2 S E Q U E NC IN G M ET HO DS:
• Schemes of training sequences
• Multi-Dimensional models of training sequences
• Digital balancing theory of sequencing
• Universal Yoga sub-styles of practice
• The Mandala Vinyasa Yoga method
• Sama-Vritti and Visama-Vritti Vyanayamas
• Methods to Create training sequences
• Methods/Groups for alternating training sequences
• Sequencing based on relationship of muscle groups
• Examples of training sequences
• Using sequencing to compensate for normal daily activities
LEV EL 2 S U B T L E A N A T O M Y :
• Vayus, main and secondary energies
• Conscious activation of vayus and their use in Yoga
• Vayus, Koshas, and Qualities of Chakras
• Psychic-energetic Mandala
• Introduction to Rasas for teaching and practice
LEV EL 3 Y O GA P H ILO SO P HY :
• Common features in Buddhist and Hindu Yoga
• Chakra systems of several different spiritual traditions
•Traditional Surya Namaskara Practice vs. Tibetan
•Ancient and modern Shamanism
•Dharma and individual karmic motivations
•Ancient Tantric Methods for Modern People
W HAT W I L L MY T Y P IC A L DA Y BE LIKE ?
Namaste,
Andrey Lappa & Kosta Miachin
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