200hr  Yoga Teacher Training

"Practice rigorous authenticityDo the uncomfortable work

Let go of the outcomeLove fiercely."

Values

Guiding Principle:

Do your Dharma

About Us

Brave Fish Yoga is the manifestation of the love, devotion and mutual respect between a mother and daughter and their shared experience of theyoga path.

Our dream is to encourage all students, whatever their ability, to feel a valuable part of this traditional yoga community. We are extremely

passionate about what we do and are always keen to prompt our students to look far beyond the physical dimension of yoga and to move awayfrom the “arbitrary standard” in modern yoga.

With over 40 years of collective yoga knowledge, practice and teaching, we have been fortunate enough to be able to continue ongoing trainingwith some of the finest teachers in the world including Shri Dharma Mittra, Shiva Rea, Sarah Powers, Bernie Clark, Joe Barnett, Jo Phee and PaulGrilley. Clare has also completed her studies in the History of Yoga, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata at Oxford University Centre for Hindu

Studies.

We offer this yoga immersion experience as a means to self-inquiry, transformation, and as a path to live our most authentic truth. We wish tocreate a safe space in which students are able to deepen their understanding of their essence Self and fully explore their own unique human

architecture.

“Be aware of me always, adore me, make every act an offering to me, and you shall come to me; this I promise; for you are dear to me. Abandonall supports and look to me for protection. I shall purify you from the sins of the past; do not grieve.” - Bhagavad Gita

LOVE,

Clare & Daisy Allen

Asana

We have drawn inspiration from many yoga disciplines such as Sivananda, Vinyasa,Daoism and Yin to create a unique practice called the “Brave Movement”. This

practice, which is both mentally and physically challenging, is designed to transformthe limited ideas that we have of ourselves, our ability, and our communities. The

sequence includes both Yang (Hatha Tradition) and Yin (Paul Grilley) asana practice.

Some postures are translated into Sanskrit and others are not. This is to differentiatebetween the postures drawn from the Hatha yoga tradition and those that are yin

postures.

From  moving to being, from seeing to feeling.

6am - 7am: Meditation, Chanting & Pranayama

7am - 9am: Asana Practice

9am - 10am: Breakfast

10am -12pm Yogic Theory, History & Philosophy of Yoga

12pm -1.30pm: Spiritual & Personal Development

1.30pm - 2.30pm: Lunch & Break

2.30pm - 4.30pm: Art of Teaching / Posture Clinic &

Sequence breakdown /

Assisting / Teaching Practice / Modifications & Variations

4.30pm - 5pm: Break

5pm - 6 pm: Anatomy & Physiology / Subtle Anatomy

6pm - 7.15pm: Yoga Sutra & Yin Practice / Bhagavad Gita

& Yin

7.15pm - 8pm: Dinner

8pm - 8.30pm: Meditation / Ceremony / Self Study

8.30pm - 9.30pm: Homework / Self Study

Daily Schedule

Course Breakdown

Teaching Methodology: 25 Hours

Creating a sacred space, Setting intention, Establishing boundaries,Use of language and voice, Dialogue/Teaching lexicon, Addressing aclass vs. individual, Demonstration, Observation, Assists (verbal,

non-verbal, physical, energetic, group adjustment), Classmanagement, Sequencing, Themes, Teaching styles, Qualities of a

teacher

Techniques Training/ Practice: 85 Hours

Asana, Pranayama, Kriyas, Bandhas, Mudra,Chanting, Mantra, Meditation, Mindfulness,Categories of Asana, Anatomy of the postural

practice, Modifications, Variations

Anatomy & Physiology: 20 Hours

Foundations of A+P, Skeletal variation,Functional approach to yoga, 14-10-7, Subtle

anatomy & physiology

History and Philosophy of Yoga, 8 limbs, Ancient texts (Ramayana,Mahabharata / Bhagavad Gita, Hatha Yoga Pradipika, Yoga Sutra of Patanjali),

Dharma, Karma Yoga: Yoga off the mat, Yoga lifestyle and diet, Sanskrit,Elements, Personal healing, Spiritual Development, Community, Ethics

Yoga Philosophy, Lifestyle & Ethics for Yoga Teachers: 60 Hours

Practicum: 10 Hours

Each practical session will be observed and assessed by both teachers.Teaching categories: peer, 1:1, lead teacher in a group,Observation, Feedback sessions (giving and receiving)

Course Syllabus

• Skeletal system• Muscular system • Nervous system• Circulatory • Respiratory• Digestive • Endocrine• Tension vs. Compression (spiritual & psychological boundaries)• 14-10-7• Connective Tissue• Types of Fascia • Plastic vs. Elastic tissue• Chakras / Dantien• Nadis• Meridian lines / Sacred Geography• Unique biography & biology• Qi/ Chi, Prana, Energy

The course will be divided into 4 cycles of 5 days. Each cycle is named after a hero from the Hindu Pantheon which embodies certain qualities which we believe will make a good yogi and teacher. There will be a strong emphasis on the early formulations of yoga and the pre-modern traditional teachings of yoga. The first two chapters will explore the Vedas, The Upanishads, The Puranas, The Epics, The Hatha YogaPadipika & Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras and the final two chapters will explore in depth The Ramayana and The Mahabharata / The Bhagavad Gita. Learning about these texts, their central themes and characters and how they relateto us in the present is central to the course. We also wish to guide our students to deepen their understanding of the duty they have as practitioners when “off the mat”, placing a strong emphasis on our connections with eachother and to our planet. Throughout the Asana module we will be teaching our unique Brave Fish Yoga Sequence; the “Brave Movement”. The sequence will be divided into 8 sections, including pranayama, and taught in detail during the first twochapters. During this time, students will practice teaching each section in small groups in a relaxed setting. They will learn about the anatomy of the poses, cues and adjustment techniques as well as exploring and developingtheir own style of teaching. In the third chapter we will discuss alternative sequences and postures, as well as modifications and variations. During the final chapter each student will be given the chance to offer classes as ateacher in different group dynamics. There will be feedback sessions from other students and from the trainers, and following this, there will be a final assessment during a 1:1 teaching scenario. The classes will be 90 minuteslong so as to practice time management skills. There will also be a daily yin practice in the Paul Grilley Yin yoga style. Therefore, students can gain a deeper understanding of the Yin practice and its principles. Both trainers onthe course have trained with Paul Grilley and the Senior teacher has also trained with Bernie Clark, Sarah Powers, Joe Barnett and Jo Phee. Throughout the training we will be discussing a variety of topics around our own and each other's spiritual healing and personal development. We will be analysing both western and eastern approach and theory to Anatomy & Physiology and the Energetic body throughout the entire course, including but not limited to:

Towards the end of the course we will also discuss  "Yoga for business," covering related topics such as Yoga Alliance registration, insurance, marketing and setting up classes, to help prepare our students for their teaching lifeafter the TTC.

More about the Course

Serious practitioners who are seeking to deepentheir understanding of the ways of yoga.

Who is this course for?

What is the overall aim of the course?

The aim of this course is to provide students with the knowledgenecessary to lead a connected and safe practice that honours thetradition of yoga and each individual’s anatomical uniqueness. 

How will the course be assessed?

Trainers will observe and support students throughout the course and offerfeedback as well as encourage self-feedback and peer feedback. Trainers willbe very hands on supporting students, offering mentorship and advice in thefirst 3 chapters. In the final chapter, the trainers will offer a more hands-offapproach to give the students the space to develop themselves as their own

teachers.

Final assessment will include practical and theoretical elements:Practical: Lead a 1:1 90-minute class, including a short meditation, based on

any variation of the “Brave Movement” sequence.Practical: Tailor your own 90-minute class, including a short meditation and

lead it in a 1:1 setting.Theoretical: Anatomy & Physiology multiple choice exam

Theoretical: Final essay exploring a theme from the Bhagavad Gita, as offeredby the Senior trainer.

Please note that a student’s attendance does not guarantee theircertification.

If students are absent* during the course or fail any of the assessment, theywill be offered a chance to make up the time or the grade at a later date.

(*absence must be approved by the Senior trainer).

Pre-requisites for the Course:

At least one year's yoga experienceCommitment to the entire course

Complete the required pre-course reading

2,800

Final Details

Where?

The teacher training will take place in apeaceful sanctuary hidden amongst tall trees inthe UK countryside at The Light House, the

home of Brave Fish Yoga.

Immersed in nature, 'The Light House' has twofully-equipped, luxury studios and a large

garden perfect for meditation.

When?

1st - 21st November, 2020

How much will the course cost?

This price includes the Brave Fish YogaTeacher Training manual, all tuition fees and

certification.

Accommodation is not included and can befound offsite.

For more information, questions or to sign up please contact

Clare & Daisy at bravefishyoga@gmail.com